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Dawn Swank

Discovery Bay,CA

Summary

Highly analytical, deadline-driven accounting professional who completes accounting, payroll and tax activities with accuracy and speed. Excelled in bookkeeping services with a high degree of accounting and communication skills providing desirable outcomes for clients.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Staff and Payroll Accountant

Tonia Silva, Bookkeeper & Tax Preparer
2021.08 - Current
  • Recorded, classified and summarized financial transactions and events in accordance with accounting principles.
  • Improved financial accuracy by performing detailed account reconciliations and resolving discrepancies.
  • Prepared federal and state income tax returns for individuals and businesses.
  • Managed multiple tax projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines were met and clients were satisfied.
  • Completed payroll accurately and timely to meet client expectations.
  • Maintained compliance with regulatory requirements, conducting thorough research and staying up-to-date on industry standards.
  • Prepared and submitted payroll taxes and reports to regulatory agencies. Processed payroll garnishments such as tax liens and child support.
  • Reconciled company bank and liability accounts. Investigated and resolved discrepancies to keep accounts audit-ready.
  • Developed monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements.

Accounting Specialist

P&D Consulting, Inc.
2012.02 - Current
  • Established QuickBooks accounting system to reflect accurate financial records.
  • Developed and implemented procedures to improve accounting efficiency.
  • Completed or coordinated completion of all tax forms in compliance with legal regulations.
  • Reconciled and corrected issues with financial records.
  • Identified accounting errors when cross-referencing documents and database information.
  • Analyzed financial data to assist in budget creation and forecasting.
  • Reduced financial discrepancies through transaction monitoring and management.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management

Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT
11.2022

Skills

  • Dependable, Adaptable, and Detail-oriented
  • Strong Communication Skills
  • Corporate and Individual Tax Preparations and Filings
  • Account Balancing and Financial Statement Analysis
  • Workers Compensation Reporting and Audits
  • Payroll Management
  • Customer Relations
  • Proficient in QuickBooks Desktop and QuickBooks Online, Microsoft Office and Adobe
  • Intuit Academy Bookkeeping Certified

Certification

  • Licensed Tax Preparer
  • CTEC Certified

Timeline

Staff and Payroll Accountant

Tonia Silva, Bookkeeper & Tax Preparer
2021.08 - Current

Accounting Specialist

P&D Consulting, Inc.
2012.02 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management

Western Governors University
  • Licensed Tax Preparer
  • CTEC Certified
Dawn Swank