Highly analytical, results-driven tax accounting specialist skilled at working quickly and accurately under tight deadlines. Extensive knowledge of Intuit ProSeries - Professional Tax Software. Maintains ongoing training requirements and knowledge of latest tax changes and laws.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
TAX ACCOUNTANT
TAX ASSOCIATES. INC.
09.2014 - Current
Worked closely with clients to properly fill out tax forms and file tax returns electronically.
Examined accounts and records and computed tax returns according to prescribed rates, laws and regulations.
Recorded, classified and summarized financial transactions and events in accordance with accounting principles.
Conducted tax reviews and compilations to identify potential exposure areas and provided suggestions.
Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
OFFICE MANAGER
GRIFFITH, GRANT & LACKIE REALTORS
01.2002 - 01.2012
Provide effective overall leadership directing a range of critical business functions to ensure both short- and long-term objectives met / exceeded
Collaborate with senior management and key personnel on a daily basis in areas of strategic planning, process development / improvement, financial management, accounting, client relations, and overall operations
Manage internal and external financial reporting for use by upper management and the CPA, and assist in tax preparation and profit sharing plan development and execution
Process and oversee all A/R and A/P requirements to ensure timely collection of monies owed and maintain vendor / supplier satisfaction
Responsible for recruiting, interviewing, hiring, training, and integrating administrative and sales personnel, as well as managing payroll requirements and other key HR activities
Drafted and implemented the employee and procedures manual for the office
On an annual basis, negotiate new contacts with existing vendors to obtain optimal pricing and services and ensure supplier satisfaction and loyalty
Support key sales activities
Assist realtors in developing comparative market analysis for use by clients, and effectively maintain current real estate inventory in real estate multiple listing system
Manage information technology requirements supporting operations in 2 locations
Administer servers, desktops, and laptops; oversee security and disaster planning requirements
Maintain full compliance with software licensing agreements
Assign passwords and access levels, and provide training and troubleshooting services on site and remotely
In addition, maintain 3 company websites
Key accomplishments include processing and managing $155 Million in real estate contracts in
On average, maintain and disburse an average of $7 Million in escrow accounts per year.
SALES ADMINISTRATOR
RAND MCNALLY
01.2000 - 01.2001
Directed sales support activities for this global brand
Provided direct support and guidance to 3
Account Managers and 1 National Account Manager for all facets of the sales cycle, and assisted inidentifying new business opportunities through networking, cold calling, and database utilization
Analyzed existing client accounts to determine future revenue opportunities, and deftly manage A/Rand A/P requirements
Assisted in the creation and negotiation of new and existing sales contracts
Maintained closecontact with clients, developed expense reports, orchestrated meetings and travel arrangements, andcrafted PowerPoint-based presentations to help sales reps close sales
Personally analyzed and reorganized A/R, and within 14 months, reduced A/R over 90 days from$4.5 Million to under $1 Million
Throughout tenure, met and exceeded management and client expectations.
Education
MASTER OF ACCOUNTING & FINANCIAL - MANAGEMENT
Keller Graduate School of Management
2011
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION – ACCOUNTING
DeVry University
Addison, Illinois
2007
Skills
Intuit Proseries
Produce Financial Statements
Accounting Records Analysis
Database Maintenance
Free Cash Flow Analysis
QuickBooks
Peachtree
Microsoft Office
Certification
Budgeting & Financials - Strategic Planning - Operations - - Banking - Reporting - Process Development Sales & Marketing - Inventory Management - Competitive Analysis - Prospecting - Contract Negotiation - IT Management - Client Relations - HR Hiring & Training - Team Building - Cost Reduction - Key Account Management - Troubleshooting
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
TAX ACCOUNTANT
TAX ASSOCIATES. INC.
09.2014 - Current
OFFICE MANAGER
GRIFFITH, GRANT & LACKIE REALTORS
01.2002 - 01.2012
SALES ADMINISTRATOR
RAND MCNALLY
01.2000 - 01.2001
MASTER OF ACCOUNTING & FINANCIAL - MANAGEMENT
Keller Graduate School of Management
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION – ACCOUNTING