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Carlos Brown

Detroit

Summary

Dynamic accountant with expertise in tax preparation and financial reporting, honed at C & B Entertainment & Productions LLC. Proven ability to streamline processes and enhance accuracy, leveraging skills in Quickbooks and account reconciliation. Adept at identifying tax savings and fostering client relationships, ensuring compliance and maximizing profitability.

Detail-oriented Accountant with 23 years effectively maintaining accurate accounting information for large-scale financial organizations. History working as part of financial team to manage diverse financial functions, tax management and reporting. Works closely with executive management on complex mergers and acquisitions and divestitures.

Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Accountant

C & B ENTERTAINMENT & PRODUCTIONS LLC
03.2017 - Current
  • Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
  • Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
  • Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
  • Detected and corrected mistakes early on and implemented systems to avoid recurring issues.
  • Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
  • Prepared and filed tax forms to meet needs of customers.
  • Identified legal tax savings and recommended ways to improve profits.
  • Found tax solutions to complicated tax issues or errors from incorrect tax filings.
  • Kept up-to-date with tax changes and industry trends by participating in professional organizations, opportunities, and networks.
  • Used accounting software to issue tax returns and prepare consolidated reports.

Staff Accountant

K & K Assisted Living LLC
11.2006 - Current
  • Collected and arranged financial information and entered details into Quickbooks financial management system.
  • Monitored accounts receivable, accounts payable and other account balances to track transactions, avoid discrepancies and maintain accuracy.
  • Found tax solutions to complicated tax issues or errors from incorrect tax filings.
  • Executed financial reporting, managing prepaid accounts, schedules, reconciliations, event settlements, and month-end accruals.
  • Created journal entry schedules to improve efficiency, support, and documentation of accounting processes.
  • Collaborated with external auditors to provide information for audit process.
  • Kept up-to-date with tax changes and industry trends by participating in professional organizations, opportunities, and networks.
  • Used accounting software to issue tax returns and prepare consolidated reports.

Staff Accountant

FRESH START TRANSITIONAL HOMES INC
02.2006 - Current
  • Reviewed and filed financial documents, coded accounting entries for data processing, and posted daily receipts and payments in accordance with all corporate protocols.
  • Tracked expenses and income for businesses while organizing and maintaining bank statements for checking accounts.
  • Completed tax forms in compliance with legal regulations.
  • Posted daily receipts and payments in accordance with corporate protocols.
  • Streamlined daily reporting information entry for efficient record keeping purposes.
  • Reduced financial discrepancies, effectively reconciling bank accounts and organizing information into accounting software.

Tax Preparer

C BROWN BOOKKEEPING AND TAX CONSULTANTS
01.2006 - Current
  • Maintained complete records of client tax returns and supporting documentation in secured areas.
  • Completed and filed returns with tax departments at local, state, and federal levels.
  • Prepared tax returns, extensions, tax planning calculations, and write-ups for organizations and entities.
  • Offered clients recommendations to reduce tax liabilities.
  • Reviewed clients tax filing papers thoroughly to determine eligibility for additional tax credits or deductions.
  • Analyzed financial records to verify accuracy of tax returns.
  • Researched complex tax issues utilizing online resources and professional tax software.
  • Maintained compliance by adhering to current tax laws and regulations.
  • Assessed client tax situations to determine best filing options.
  • Identified potential audit red flags to minimize risk of IRS audits.
  • Prepared tax returns for clients in various industries according to government regulations and requirements.
  • Utilized tax software to prepare returns and meet deadlines.
  • Collaborated with clients to answer questions and provide advice on tax matters.
  • Calculated estimated tax payments for clients.
  • Conducted reviews of internal tax documentation, reducing errors related to missed tax benefits.
  • Responded to inquiries from IRS and other tax authorities.
  • Consulted with clients to assess and mitigate future tax liabilities and determine eligibility for tax abatement.
  • Prepared written responses or tax return amendments to resolve state and federal notices.
  • Facilitated communication between clients and tax authorities.
  • Prepared US, multistate, and international tax returns for business clients.
  • Researched tax implications for various deductions and credits.
  • Servicing over 200 clients annually.

Education

Master of Public Administration - PUBLIC BUDGETING AND FINANCE

WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY
KALAMAZOO, MI
12-1998

BBA -

WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY
KALAMZOO, MI
12-1995

Skills

  • Auditing
  • Bookkeeping
  • Year-end close
  • Tax accounting specialization
  • Data inputting
  • Quickbooks
  • Payroll management
  • Accounts payable and receivable
  • Accounts payable
  • Budgeting assistance
  • Bookkeeping knowledge
  • Audit support
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Account reconciliation
  • Accounting and bookkeeping
  • Payroll processing
  • MS office suite
  • Generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
  • Accounting recordkeeping
  • Bank reconciliation
  • A/P and A/R
  • Payroll liability and deductions
  • Administrative support
  • Tax return filing
  • Partnership accounting
  • Tax law
  • Tax preparation

Accomplishments

  • Documented and resolved accuracy in reporting which led to reduction in tax liabilities for all my business clients.

Timeline

Accountant

C & B ENTERTAINMENT & PRODUCTIONS LLC
03.2017 - Current

Staff Accountant

K & K Assisted Living LLC
11.2006 - Current

Staff Accountant

FRESH START TRANSITIONAL HOMES INC
02.2006 - Current

Tax Preparer

C BROWN BOOKKEEPING AND TAX CONSULTANTS
01.2006 - Current

Master of Public Administration - PUBLIC BUDGETING AND FINANCE

WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY

BBA -

WESTERN MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY

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