ALEXIA BRENHOLTZ
Tigard,OR
Summary
Driven Certified Public Accountant eligible staff accountant with five years of experience in accounting, auditing, budgeting and payroll for diverse organizations. Advanced knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles and practices. Fosters transparency, understanding and ownership of financial reports and financial and operational metrics across organization. Thorough understanding of applicable laws, regulations, public finance and external reporting.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Accountant
Van Beek and Co
12.2020 - Current
- Examined accounts and records and computed tax returns according to prescribed rates, laws, and regulations. Prepared approx. 200 returns per tax season.
- Prepared federal and state income tax returns for individuals, businesses, trusts, estates, and non-profits.
- Prepared reviews and audits of client's financial statements. Yearly prepared three personal financial statements, one audit, and three reviews of financial statements for small and non-profit businesses.
- Led training sessions for junior staff members, fostering professional growth within the team environment.
Payroll Administrator
Franz Family Bakery
06.2019 - 11.2020
- Handled complex payroll situations such as back-pay calculations, garnishments, and overtime payments with accuracy and professionalism.
- Calculated payroll deductions by accurately using in house software and processed payroll to meet preset requirements.
- Uploaded time records into computer system and made adjustments to create accurate database for payroll processing functions.
- Reduced errors in payroll calculations with meticulous attention to detail and thorough data verification.
- Ran weekly payroll runs for over 700 hourly and salary employees in three different divisions over five different states.
Staff Accountant
Moxy Accounting
06.2018 - 05.2019
- Prepped individual and business returns for tax year 2018 for review by CPA.
- Prepped tax documents such as Property Tax and 1099s.
- Bookkeeping for eleven different clients in multiple fields. Everything from data entry and bank reconciliations to reclassification and adjusting entries.
- Used QuickBooks Desktop and QuickBooks Online.
Assistant Lead
Full Creative
06.2018 - 05.2019
- Mentored teams of 30 junior team members, fostering professional growth and skill development.
- Developed strong relationships with clients by providing exceptional customer service and addressing issues promptly.
- Supported lead manager in overseeing projects from inception to completion, ensuring high-quality results.
- Promoted a culture of continuous learning within the department by sharing expertise; and encouraged others to pursue professional development opportunities.
Education
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate - Accounting
Portland State University
Portland, OR12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Austin Peay State University
Clarksville, TN06.2002
Skills
- Journal Entries
- Inventory Accounting
- Bank Reconciliations
- Accounting Software Proficiency
- Fixed Asset Management
- Tax Preparation
- Revenue Recognition
- Income Statement Analysis
- Accounting software mastery
- Quickbooks mastery
- Problem-Solving
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Time Management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking
Timeline
Staff Accountant
Van Beek and Co
12.2020 - Current
Payroll Administrator
Franz Family Bakery
06.2019 - 11.2020
Staff Accountant
Moxy Accounting
06.2018 - 05.2019
Assistant Lead
Full Creative
06.2018 - 05.2019
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate - Accounting
Portland State University
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Austin Peay State University
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