COLLEEN W. FORWOOD
Cedar Park,TX
Summary
Organized Bookkeeper with hands-on experience maintaining accurate financial records, reconciling accounts, and supporting monthly reporting. Strong proficiency in QuickBooks-style workflows, financial documentation, and expense tracking. Trusted professional with a J.D. and B.B.A., known for accuracy, confidentiality, and independent time management.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Bookkeeper
Luxe Solutions
07.2025 - Current
- Managed over 100 accurate entry and classification of financial transactions to ensure streamlined accounting processes.
- Administered financial transactions for accounts payable and receivable to ensure operational efficiency.
- Conducted thorough monthly reviews of bank and credit card accounts to maintain financial integrity.
- Tracked expenditures to support accurate month-end financial reporting and analysis.
- Ensured systematic maintenance of digital records to enhance operational efficiency in remote settings.
Campus Aide
Sterling Classical School
09.2024 - 03.2025
- Assisted in daily campus operations, providing needed support to the teaching staff, particularly the three preschool classrooms.
- Provided support to faculty during events, facilitating logistics and enhancing participant experience.
- Monitored lunchtime activities ensuring proper supervision of students while promoting healthy eating habits.
- Supported faculty and staff with classroom management, aiding in the implementation of lesson plans and activities as needed.
- Managed traffic flow during drop-off/pick-up times ensuring pedestrian safety adhering to school guidelines.
- Provided first aid assistance when needed, prioritizing student health and well-being at all times.
Contracts Engineer
Helix Energy Solutions Group, Inc.
2007 - 2010
- Monitored adherence to standardized procedures, reinforcing ISO-certified operational integrity.
- Crafted detailed variation requests, contributing to over $6 million in revenue generation.
- Managed contract execution processes, streamlining workflows to enhance operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline contract obligations.
- Coordinated project timelines and deliverables to align contract execution with operational goals.
Education
Juris Doctor (J.D.) -
South Texas College of Law
Houston, TX08.2012
BBA - Marketing & International Business
Baylor University
Waco, TX08.2007
Skills
QuickBooks Online Pro Advisor
ADDITIONAL SKILLS
- Quick learner of accounting software
- Strong attention to detail
- Confidentiality
- Microsoft Office & Google Workspace
- Remote time management
- Languages: Working knowledge of Portuguese and Spanish
Timeline
Bookkeeper
Luxe Solutions
07.2025 - Current
Campus Aide
Sterling Classical School
09.2024 - 03.2025
Contracts Engineer
Helix Energy Solutions Group, Inc.
2007 - 2010
Juris Doctor (J.D.) -
South Texas College of Law
BBA - Marketing & International Business
Baylor University