Blake Clark
San Marcos,CA
Summary
Recent accounting graduate with public audit experience and five years of experience managing the financial operations of a multi-unit residential property. Background includes preparing audit documentation, managing reconciliations and financial schedules in QuickBooks and Excel, and supporting budgeting and property-level financial reporting. Seeking an entry-level role in public or private accounting where I can contribute strong analytical skills, hands-on operational experience, and attention to detail.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Audit Intern
EisnerAmper
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Reconciled over 20+ accounts for local high-net-worth individuals and nonprofit organizations using QuickBooks, identifying discrepancies and ensuring accurate monthly financial reporting
- Completed and maintained Excel-based audit schedules, such as roll-forwards for prepaid expenses, improving accuracy and reducing prep time for senior auditors
- Conducted technical accounting research for nonprofit and individual clients, applying relevant GAAP and AICPA standards to resolve compliance questions and support audit procedures
- Provided preliminary audit support by creating lead sheets, conducting crossfooting and tie-outs, and assisting with document indexing and referencing, contributing to audit readiness and ensuring organized, review-ready workpapers
Assistant Property Manager
Elsner Trust Real Estate
06.2018 - 01.2024
- Managed rent collection and monthly reconciliations for 7 buildings and 15+ tenants, ensuring payment accuracy and reporting consistency
- Developed a delinquency tracking system, improving rent recovery processes and reducing outstanding balances
- Streamlined communication and maintenance coordination, leading to faster vendor dispatch and significantly reduced response times
- Handled deposits, lease agreements, and tenant onboarding, supporting strong occupancy rates
- Tracked expenses and assisted with annual budgeting using Excel to improve forecasting and control property-level costs
- Oversaw vendor scheduling for maintenance and capital improvements, increasing responsiveness and minimizing downtime
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration: Accounting
California State University San Marcos
01-2024
Skills
- Financial Reconciliations
- Roll-Forward Schedules
- Journal Entry Review
- Audit Workpaper Preparation
- Excel (PivotTables, VLOOKUP)
- QuickBooks
- Budget Tracking & Forecasting
- Microsoft Suite
- Tenant Ledger Maintenance
- Detail-Oriented
Affiliations
- Accounting Society Member, California State University San Marcos (2023 – 2024)
- Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society (2021 – 2024)
Timeline
Audit Intern
EisnerAmper
06.2024 - 07.2024
Assistant Property Manager
Elsner Trust Real Estate
06.2018 - 01.2024
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration: Accounting
California State University San Marcos
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