Alexa Cardenas
Chicago Ridge,IL
Summary
Motivated Tax Intern ready to contribute financial support and futher develop skills in tax accounting. A veteran who has worked in all occupations has collaborated with multiple levels of management, diverse cultural audiences, and foreign nations. Works well with others to accomplish the goals of the team; however, can be trusted to do an excellent job handling responsibility independently.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Tax Preparer Intern
Ladder Up
02.2025 - Current
- Maintained confidentiality of taxpayer information at all times according to legal requirements.
- Verified accuracy of all paperwork submitted for review prior to submission to IRS or state taxing authority.
- Mastered tax-related software programs and showed exceptional proficiency at learning new software.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure accuracy of data entry into the system.
- Supported tax preparation by compiling essential financial data and accurately entering details into TaxSlayer.
Legal Assistant
The Law Office of Rafael Albarran
06.2023 - Current
- Filed legal documents via e-file for the Illinois Courts.
- Maintained client records with confidentiality and discretion.
- Drafted legal documents, including motions, petitions, subpoenas and certificates.
- Organized and prepared case materials, exhibits, and real estate documents for hearings and trials.
Cashier
Whole Foods Market
07.2022 - Current
- Resolved pricing discrepancies at self-checkout stations and refund transactions at customer service desk.
- Carry out regular collection and arrangement of grocery carts.
- Employed POS system ensuring accurate order taking, transaction processing and receipt issuance.
- Provided support to the E-commerce team in daily shop operations efficiently and swiftly.
Property Chief and Supply Chief
United States Marine Corps
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Maintained the Mess Hall Equipment Replacement Record (MERR) for $1.35M+ in equipment, conducting quarterly inventories.
- Processed $4M+ in contracts and $228K+ in credit card purchases across multiple functional areas.
- Led disposition projects, properly disposing of $50K+ in food service equipment.
- Balanced the Defense Property Accountability System, ensuring accuracy for $448K+ in assets.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting
Saint Xavier University
Chicago, IL05.2025
Skills
- Bilingual in Spanish and English
- Attention to detail
- Leadership/ Supervision
- Adaptability
- Time management
- Training and mentoring
- Multitasking
- Problem solving
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Accomplishments
- Navy/Marine Corps Commendation Medal
Timeline
Tax Preparer Intern
Ladder Up
02.2025 - Current
Legal Assistant
The Law Office of Rafael Albarran
06.2023 - Current
Cashier
Whole Foods Market
07.2022 - Current
Property Chief and Supply Chief
United States Marine Corps
01.2019 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting
Saint Xavier University
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