Career Summary Strategic-thinking individual experienced in turning low-performing organizations into top revenue producers. Offering engaging and pleasant personality with expertise improving customer relationships.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Tax Preparer
01.2015 - Current
Prepare more than 125 taxes per tax year
Demonstrated knowledge of individual and business tax and accounting software
Enhanced communication and interpersonal skills by working with a diverse clientele
Assisted clients file their taxes and ensure accuracy of various tax forms.
Facilitated integration of modern tax software with client accounting software
Consulted with clients to assess and mitigate future tax liabilities and determine eligibility for tax abatement
Manager
Small Steps Youth Center
01.2005 - 01.2015
Build and strengthen relationships with clients, staff and outside vendors
Prepared annual budgets with controls to prevent overages
Resolved escalation issues that arose during operations and necessitated coordination with other departments
Contributed to budget development and managed the grant proposal process
Planned and managed fundraising and community outreach events.
Kept detailed records of daily progress to identify and correct areas needing improvement
Director
Springfield Baptist Church
04.2007
Managed the workflow, supervised and trained 8 employees, and used instructional methods to motivate children
Assumed responsibility for organizing promotional and recreational special events at the center
Empowered, inspired, and educated team members to improve morale and service outcomes
Oversaw daily operations, including team member monitoring and assignment delegation
Supplemented the budget with fees, contributions, and alternative fundraising methods approved by the Board.
Accountant/Manager
01.1987 - 01.2007
Kitten’s House of Styles
Facilitated an advertising campaign that resulted in a $20,000 increase in revenue
Accounted for all incoming and outgoing cash transactions totaling more than $96,000
Prepared and submitted all federal and state income, licensing, and payroll reports and deposits.
Identified and investigated variances to optimize financial plans and forecasts
Set up and improved accounting systems and processes to meet business needs and maximize operational success