Rob Haak, CPA, MBA

EDUCATION

DePaul University – Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Knox College – B.A. in Economics

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Certified Public Accountant with eleven years of progressive experience at midsize and national public accounting firms. Proven expertise in financial reporting and project management across diverse industries. Known for building trusted client relationships, managing cross-functional teams, and producing quality deliverables. Consistently demonstrates strong work ethic, attention to detail, and eagerness to learn.

KEY COMPETENCIES

Financial Reporting & Management

Risk Analysis

Project Management

Strategic/Tactical Planning

Budget Development & Analysis

Client Relationship Management

Accounting Process Development

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Aprio, LLP
Assurance Manager
2025 – 2026

• Lead audit engagements for clients across manufacturing, distribution, technology, nonprofit, and professional service sectors with revenues up to $200M.
• Manage client relationships and serve as primary point of contact during engagements, ensuring timely communication and resolution of issues.
• Responsible for efficient operation of the internship program for the Midwest region including training, workflow management, and employee development.
• Supervise and mentor teams of 4-8 associates and seniors overseeing workpaper review, engagement planning, and final deliverables.
• Coordinate with tax and advisory departments to ensure optimized client relationship management.

KRD, Ltd.
Assurance Supervisor, Senior Accountant, Staff Accountant
2014 – 2024

• Led audit fieldwork for engagements in multiple industries.
• Built client rapport through clear and timely communication.
• Designed and implemented improvements to the internship program to attract top talent and help the firm achieve increased efficiencies.
• Drove process and procedure upgrades and implemented new technologies to improve team efficiency and accuracy.
• Conducted risk assessments, tested internal controls, and performed substantive procedures.
• Managed engagement budgets ensuring projects stayed within scope and deadlines were met.

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS

Certified Public Accountant
Illinois Department of Professional Regulation, 2016 – Current