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ABBY PARKS

Matthews,NC

Summary

Focused student with a goal of leveraging academic experience in a research environment. Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and work effectively with a team and independently. Reliable and eager to contribute to department growth.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Internal Audit Intern

Freddie Mac
McLean, VA
06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Assisted the Internal Audit Division by assessing various aspects of Freddie Mac's businesses within high-impact projects and aided in recommending controls to management.
  • Collaborated on projects with colleagues, building relationships within the audit team and across multiple divisions in the company.
  • Developed working knowledge of Freddie Mac's business processes, audit approach, internal controls, and risks.
  • Developed an understanding of risk assessment and the implementation of controls to mitigate risk to acceptable residual levels.

Economic Research Assistant

University of North Carolina at Asheville
Asheville, NC
08.2023 - Current
  • Worked with Dr. Robert Tatum, to provide research support on various projects that cross the disciplinary boundaries of economics and theology.
  • Performed editorial work on research literature using attention to detail and critical thinking.
  • Made written and oral reports to disseminate research findings.

Head Swim Coach

Carolina Day School
Asheville, NC
10.2022 - Current
  • Instructed participants in proper stroke techniques to encourage self-reliant swimming.
  • Educated athletes in rules, strategies, sportsmanship, and performance principles.
  • Adjusted coaching techniques to meet athlete needs and address strengths and weaknesses.
  • Communicated with athletes and parents regularly.

Finance Intern

Retail Sports Marketing
Charlotte, NC
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Collected and analyzed data, solved problems, and supported decision-making processes.
  • Assisted with financial data management and report generation.
  • Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability in managing multiple tasks and responding to team needs.
  • Generated weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports summarizing key financial metrics.
  • Assisted in preparing presentations for senior management meetings, including data analysis and slide preparation.

Economics and Accounting Tutor

University of North Carolina at Asheville
Asheville, NC
08.2022 - Current
  • Created a supportive and engaging tutoring environment to enhance student learning.
  • Assisted students in building confidence, improving study methods, and understanding subject matter.

Lifeguard

University of North Carolina at Asheville
Asheville, NC
04.2021 - Current
  • Maintained effective communication with colleagues and ensured compliance with safety policies.
  • Diligently enforced rules to ensure a safe swimming environment for patrons.

Pool Manager

Carolina Pool Management
Charlotte, NC
05.2021 - 08.2021
  • Resolved customer complaints regarding worker performance and services rendered.
  • Assigned tasks and work hours to staff.

Education

Economics And Accounting

University of North Carolina At Asheville
Asheville, NC
05.2024

Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • R-code
  • Python
  • STATA
  • Data Collection and Processing
  • Team Collaboration
  • Financial Analysis
  • Good Work Ethic
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Attention to Detail
  • Effective Multitasking
  • Strong Interpersonal Skills
  • Ability to Perform Under Pressure

Certification

  • IRS VITA Basic Tax Certified (2021)
  • IRS VITA Advanced and International Tax Certified (2023)

References

  • Robert Tatum - Professor of Economics at UNCA - rtatum@unca.edu
  • Heather Bliss - Internal Audit Director at Freddie Mac - heather_bliss@freddiemac.com
  • Emily Reis - Vice President at Retail Sports Marketing - emilyr@rsmbiz.com
  • Blake Covington - Aquatics Manager at UNCA - bcovingt@unca.edu

Additional Information

  • Multiple Department Scholarships Awarded Due to Academics
  • Received an Outstanding Performance in Economics Award
  • Multiple School Record Holder
  • Named CSCAA Second Team Scholar All-American in 2022 and in 2023
  • Scholarship Awarded for Being a Crucial Member of the UNCA D1 Women's Swim Team
  • Captain of the UNCA Swim Team

Timeline

Economic Research Assistant

University of North Carolina at Asheville
08.2023 - Current

Internal Audit Intern

Freddie Mac
06.2023 - 08.2023

Head Swim Coach

Carolina Day School
10.2022 - Current

Economics and Accounting Tutor

University of North Carolina at Asheville
08.2022 - Current

Finance Intern

Retail Sports Marketing
05.2022 - 08.2022

Pool Manager

Carolina Pool Management
05.2021 - 08.2021

Lifeguard

University of North Carolina at Asheville
04.2021 - Current

Economics And Accounting

University of North Carolina At Asheville

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