Elizebeth Benoit
Putnam
Summary
Developed strong organizational and analytical skills in professional office setting, with emphasis on financial record-keeping and administrative support. Demonstrates ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently and maintain attention to detail. Seeking to transition into new field and apply these transferrable skills in dynamic and collaborative environment.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Tax Preparer
Jackson Hewitt
12.2024 - Current
- Maintained high levels of confidentiality when dealing with sensitive client information, fostering trust and loyalty among clients.
- Provided exceptional customer service during peak tax season by remaining calm under pressure and addressing client concerns promptly and professionally.
- Increased client satisfaction by providing accurate and timely tax preparation services.
- Analyzed financial records to verify accuracy of tax returns.
- Utilized tax software to prepare returns and meet deadlines.
- Calculated estimated tax payments for clients.
- Completed and filed returns with tax departments at local, state, and federal levels.
- Assessed client tax situations to determine best filing options.
- Maintained compliance by adhering to current tax laws and regulations.
Bookkeeper
Quinebaug River Church
05.2024 - Current
- Recorded deposits, reconciled monthly bank accounts and tracked expenses.
- Maintained and processed invoices, deposits, and money logs.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable activities, maintaining vendor relationships and positive cash flow.
- Handled payroll processing for employees, ensuring timely payment and adherence to tax regulations.
- Completed payroll for employees and maintained detailed records of procedures.
- Reconciled company bank, credit card and line of credit accounts, investigating, and resolving discrepancies to keep accounts audit-ready.
- Input financial data and produced reports using QuickBooks
Head Cook
Windham Tolland 4H Camp
06.2014 - Current
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen, meeting or exceeding health department requirements.
- Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
- Developed menus for all meals and snacks.
- Efficiently handled high-volume service periods without sacrificing quality or consistency in food preparation.
- Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
- Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
- Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
- Adhered to strict dietary restrictions when creating customized meal options for guests with allergies or preferences.
- Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Reduced food waste by implementing inventory management systems and optimizing ingredient usage.
- Tracked food costs and adjusted menu pricing accordingly to maintain profitability while offering competitive prices for customers.
- Implemented cost-effective measures in the procurement of ingredients, resulting in significant savings without sacrificing quality.
- Monitored food preparation processes to maintain consistent taste, texture, and presentation of dishes.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining cooking processes and implementing time-saving techniques.
Breakfast Cook/Baker
The Painted Baker
05.2024 - 12.2024
- Exhibited strong multitasking abilities to simultaneously manage multiple cooking stations during busy service periods.
- Consistently maintained a positive attitude under pressure, fostering a supportive team environment within the kitchen staff.
- Handled special dietary requests with care, ensuring the satisfaction of all guests regardless of restrictions or preferences.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently preparing and serving high-quality breakfast dishes.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Ensured optimal freshness of ingredients with proper storage techniques and rotation practices.
- Contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating by producing high-quality food and providing timely service.
Office Manager/Custodial Services Supervisor
D&D Enterprises
02.2020 - 05.2024
- Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
- Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
- Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
- Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
- Conducted regular inventory assessments of office supplies, ordering necessary items proactively to prevent stock shortages.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Enhanced team productivity by delegating tasks effectively and overseeing daily workflow.
- Assisted in the recruitment process, conducting interviews and onboarding new employees to promote a seamless integration into the team dynamic.
- Oversaw facility maintenance requests, coordinating with building management to address repairs or improvements efficiently.
- Reduced costs with meticulous budget monitoring and expense tracking for essential supplies and equipment.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH12-2024
Skills
- Organization skills
- Document preparation
- Income tax preparation
- Local, state, and federal tax returns
- Client communication
- Data inputting
- Bookkeeping expertise (QuickBooks Certification)
- Financial statements
- Account reconciliation
- QuickBooks proficiency (Certified Quickbooks User)
- Payroll processing
- Mathematical calculations
Certification
- QuickBooks Certified User, Intuit, December 2024
- Bookkeepers Certification, Intuit, December 2024
Timeline
Tax Preparer
Jackson Hewitt
12.2024 - Current
Bookkeeper
Quinebaug River Church
05.2024 - Current
Breakfast Cook/Baker
The Painted Baker
05.2024 - 12.2024
Office Manager/Custodial Services Supervisor
D&D Enterprises
02.2020 - 05.2024
Head Cook
Windham Tolland 4H Camp
06.2014 - Current
- QuickBooks Certified User, Intuit, December 2024
- Bookkeepers Certification, Intuit, December 2024
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Southern New Hampshire University
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