Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Deborah Bettencourt

Gulf Breeze,FL

Summary

Experienced leader with strong background in training and guiding teams, managing complex projects, while maintaining a professional workplace

Possess strong problem-solving abilities, a 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

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Owner

Guiding Light Financial Services
05.2022 - Current
  • Managed day-to-day business operations, including:

Bookkeeping

Payroll

Income Tax Preparation

  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.

President

Lighthouse Financial Services, Inc.
01.1998 - 05.2021
  • Corporate, Non-Profit and Personal Income Tax Preparation
  • QuickBooks bookkeeping training and implementation for over 300 clients
  • Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
  • Increased customer satisfaction through continuous improvement initiatives and excellent customer service.
  • Managed crisis situations effectively while minimizing disruption to daily operations.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with external partners through constant networking to foster collaboration and maximize resources.
  • Supported project management team for optimal performance.
  • Built a diverse workforce through targeted recruiting efforts focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion principles.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Finance

Bryant University
Smithfield, RI

Skills

  • Team leadership development & training
  • Led workshops for business owner development

Certification

Certified QuickBooks Pro-Advisor

Conducted classes for entrepreneurs, assisting in setting up accounting and bookkeeping for new sole proprietors

Held QuickBooks trainings for major banks & non-profit organizations, including,

Harbour One - Foxboro Mass

Old Colony Bank - Providence, RI

Center for Women and Enterprise - RI

SBDC - Rhode Island

SCORE - Rhode Island



Timeline

Owner

Guiding Light Financial Services
05.2022 - Current

President

Lighthouse Financial Services, Inc.
01.1998 - 05.2021

Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Finance

Bryant University
Deborah Bettencourt