George Furgis
Summary
I’m an aspiring finance/accounting professional currently pursuing my degree (expected completion: December 2026). I’ve worked hard to excel academically, and I’m excited to put what I’ve learned into a real-world internship where I can keep growing and contribute right away.
I’m especially interested in opportunities at a mid to large-sized accounting firm or an internal finance/accounting department, ideally within international business, entertainment, or sports—industries I genuinely enjoy and would love to build a career in. I already have hands-on experience with tax accounting and account reconciliations, and I’m looking for a role that expands my knowledge across accounting and finance while challenging me in a fast-paced environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounting Intern
Menzelos Accounting
06.2024 - Current
- Bookkeeping and tax preparation
- Assisted in preparing financial statements and reports for client accounts.
- Conducted data entry and maintained accurate records in accounting software.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline invoicing procedures and improve efficiency.
- Performed full-cycle bookkeeping, including bank reconciliations, accounts payable/receivable, and payroll processing.
- Assisted with month-end and year-end closing procedures.
- prepared individual and business tax returns, gaining experience with Intuit Lacerte.
- Helped prepare audit documentation and organized financial records for IRS auditors.
Tax Preparer
UCSB VITA(Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) Program
01.2023 - Current
- Prepared federal and state tax returns for low-income individuals and families.
- Conducted client interviews to gather necessary financial information for tax preparation.
- Reviewed completed tax returns for accuracy and compliance with IRS regulations.
- Data collection, relevant form and schedule completion
- Guides clients through the tax preparation process, gaining valuable skills in tax preparation and auditing
Math Tutor
Mathnasium
09.2021 - 08.2022
- Tutored Intermediate school students in Algebra and other math concepts
- Worked 10-15 Hours per week while maintaining a full course schedule
- Utilized advanced knowledge in Mathematics to teach Geometry, Algebra, Statistics
- Group leadership of up to 8 students per session
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting/Economics
University of Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA09-2026
Skills
- Tax compliance expertise
- General ledger and reconciliation skills
- Leadership and Problem-solving
- Research and analysis
- Attention to detail
- Collaborative teamwork
- Multitasking and organization
- Interpersonal and communication skills
Affiliations
October 2020 - October 2022
- Student Assistant in Saint Katherine Greek Orthodox Church Sunday School class.
UCSB Club Rowing Team Sep 2022 -Sept 2023
Club Member | Santa Barbara
- Coordinates events to promote rowing at UCSB
Long Beach Junior Crew Sept 2018 – August 2022
Student Athlete | Los Angeles
- Rowed crew at Long Beach Junior Crew for 4 years,
- Honors Award for athletic and academic achievement
- 3-time participant in Long Beach Junior Crew Ergathon, rowing for donations to the LBJC club and local charities
Timeline
Accounting Intern
Menzelos Accounting
06.2024 - Current
Tax Preparer
UCSB VITA(Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) Program
01.2023 - Current
Math Tutor
Mathnasium
09.2021 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Accounting/Economics
University of Santa Barbara