Colin Benson
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Accounting Major seeking a staff accountant position post-graduation. Excellent research, technical, and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented and able to learn new concepts quickly. Have 2.5 years of accounting experience, mostly experienced with tax but includes some audit experience. Prepared the following types of returns: 1040, 1065, 1120, and 1120-S. Well versed in CCH Axcess and Engagement, Microsoft Excel and World, and Quickbooks. Intend to become CPA certified.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounting Intern
Kemper CPA Group LLP
Greenfield, IN
02.2022 - Current
- Prepared tax returns for individuals and small businesses
- Trained myself and became familiar with Engagement, CCH Axcess, Quickbooks, and other common accounting software.
- Assisted in preparing financial statements such as income statement, balance sheet, cash flow statement.
- Provided support to external auditors during quarterly reviews and annual audits.
- Wrote reports, authored papers and organized supporting documentation.
- Reviewed general ledger entries for accuracy and completeness.
- Demonstrated critical and strategic thinking developed from working on different tasks and projects.
- Filed and archived financial statements and accounting files.
- Collaborated with other team members on special projects.
- Participated in training sessions to gain knowledge of new systems or procedures related to the department's activities.
- Used Microsoft productivity software.
Barista
The Human Bean
Indianapolis, IN
05.2021 - 11.2021
- Prepared and served coffee, espresso drinks, blended coffees and teas along with specialty coffee drinks such as lattes, cappuccinos, macchiatos, mochas, and Americanos.
- Greeted and communicated with customers to take beverage orders and offer recommendations based on taste preferences.
- Input orders into point of sale system and handled customer payments.
- Provided excellent customer service by responding to inquiries quickly and professionally.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN05-2024
Skills
- Tax Return Preparation
- Audit Support
- Financial Statement Preparation
- Accounting and Bookkeeping
- Proficient in CCH Axcess and Engagement, Quickbooks, and Microsoft programs
Accomplishments
- Certificate of Achievement Recipient - Received from the University of Indianapolis School of Business for participating in a Summer leadership program during the summer of 2023.
Affiliations
- Avid collector of DVDs and vinyl records!
- Love to hang out with my friends and family.
- Have volunteered for organizations such as Wreaths Across America and Fish and Loaves.
Timeline
Accounting Intern
Kemper CPA Group LLP
02.2022 - Current
Barista
The Human Bean
05.2021 - 11.2021
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Indianapolis
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