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Brian Grubbs
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Brian Grubbs

Greenwood Village,CO

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Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Flexible

Desired Job Title

Staff AccountantAuditorParalegalSupply Chain AnalystTax Accountant

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

HybridOn-Site
Location: Greenwood Village, CO, USDenver, CO
Open to relocation: No

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hoursPersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsPaid time offTeam Building / Company Retreats401k match

Summary

I am an ambitious CPA candidate with all 150 credit hours completed and experience requirements met by 2026, actively pursuing licensure and new career opportunities. Committed to delivering high-quality work while fostering environments that empower professionals to excel. Strong analytical skills and a passion for continuous improvement drive the pursuit of excellence in all endeavors. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational success through innovative solutions and strategic insights.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Staff Accountant

Lindburg Vogel Pierce Faris, Chartered
Centennial, CO
12.2023 - 04.2026
  • Analyzed operational processes through comprehensive audits to ensure alignment with regulatory standards and internal policies.
  • Conducted thorough analysis of financial records to ensure accuracy and recommend necessary corrective actions.
  • Facilitated collaboration among cross-functional teams to establish and execute internal control measures.
  • Compiled and presented audit findings in structured reports to ensure effective communication of results to management.
  • Protected sensitive information through careful handling and strict confidentiality measures throughout the audit process.

Audit Associate I

CBIZ
Denver, CO
10.2023 - 12.2023
  • Auditing of financial standards and training in different areas of auditing including cash, revenue, accounts payable and receivable, board meeting minutes, and fixed assets.
  • Kept up to date on changes regarding auditing standards.
  • Performed and trained in EAR audits intended to provide assurance for federal contractors engaging in engineering work requiring specific overhead calculations.

Tax Intern

Scripps Taylor and Associates
Denver, CO
01.2022 - 04.2022
  • Trained in various fields of tax accounting and planning such as individuals, businesses, partnerships, S-Corps. Researched intermediate tax issues.
  • Issued various 1099 forms to many businesses.
  • Developed a strong attention to alphanumerical detail.

Advisor Support

Doleman Wealth Management
Lakewood, CO
10.2021 - 12.2021
  • Completed tasks related to reporting taxes for individual and tax advantaged accounts.
  • Oversaw the issuing of 1099 forms through TD Ameritrade Institutional wealth management platform.
  • Developed strong excel skills with workbooks of 10,000 data points or more.

Student Employee

MSU Denver Office of the Controller
Denver, CO
01.2021 - 10.2021
  • Trained in various fields of accounting such as principle investigation, invoice preparation, indexing, quality control, journal entries, and teamwork.
  • Calculated bond payments.
  • Verified accounts payable orders.
  • Attended controller meetings to better understand the capital structure and cost management of the university.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

Metropolitan State University of Denver
Denver, CO
01-2023

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Texas A&M University
College Station, TX
01-2018

Skills

  • Preparation of Tax Returns
  • Tax Planning
  • Issuance of Tax Forms
  • Accounts Payable & Receivable Operations
  • Data Management Skills in Excel
  • IDEA Data Management Tools
  • GAAP & GAAS
  • Engagement Management Platforms: CCH ProSystem and DocIt
  • Fixed Asset Management Platforms: Asset Keeper Pro and Sage FAS (non-cloud)
  • Inventory Management and Pricing Operations
  • Cash control and management
  • Clear, concise, and high quality audit documentation
  • Proactive review and revision upon management/senior review

Certification

MSU Denver Internal Audit Certificate

  • Completed required coursework in internal audit and corporate governance.
  • Undertook a practical internal audit of the AHEC funding system and uncovered actionable results both internal and external.
  • Lobbied the U.S. Congress Colorado Caucus, successfully, for 12 billion dollars of education funding in 2022 for Colorado public universities.

Accomplishments

National Eagle Scout Association

  • Achieved Eagle Scout rank in Scouting America (2013).
  • Joined the National Eagle Scout Association (2014).
  • Worked towards the admittance of female and LGBT+ members in; and the the change from Boy Scouts of America to, Scouting America.

Timeline

Staff Accountant

Lindburg Vogel Pierce Faris, Chartered
12.2023 - 04.2026

Audit Associate I

CBIZ
10.2023 - 12.2023

Tax Intern

Scripps Taylor and Associates
01.2022 - 04.2022

Advisor Support

Doleman Wealth Management
10.2021 - 12.2021

Student Employee

MSU Denver Office of the Controller
01.2021 - 10.2021

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Texas A&M University

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

Metropolitan State University of Denver

Organizations

  • Accounting Student Organization — Professional Development Group
  • Served as Secretary 2021
  • Managed membership and forwarded dues to the Vice President of Finance.
  • Recorded meeting minutes for posterity.
  • Scheduled guests and events for the enrichment of the members.
  • Reached out to sister organizations at CCD and CU Denver for joint projects, meetings and events.

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