GRANT HUDSON
Manchester,MO
Summary
Personable Analytical Professional with foundational understanding of tax regulations and accounting principles. Streamlined tax preparation processes while ensuring compliance, enhancing client satisfaction and accuracy. Developed leadership and strategic planning skills in collaborative environments, aiming to leverage these strengths for effective contributions in new roles.
Overview
1
1
Certification
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Service Porter
Gurley Jeep Automotive Group - Spirit Lexus
Creve Coeur, MO
01.2025 - 08.2025
- Delivered high-quality customer service in a fast-paced dealership environment while maintaining professionalism under pressure.
- Collaborated with team members on daily operations, including greeting customers, preparing vehicles, and providing customer transportation.
- Maintained the customer lounge and monitored refreshments and supplies to support a clean, welcoming client experience.
Volunteer Tax Preparer
Internal Revenue Service - Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)
St. Louis, MO
01.2025 - 04.2025
- Prepared and electronically filed 40+ federal and state tax returns for low- to moderate-income taxpayers in accordance with IRS guidelines.
- Conducted taxpayer interviews to determine filing status, income, deductions, and credits and explained refund or payment outcomes to clients.
- Earned IRS Basic and Advanced certifications and used TaxSlayer to prepare accurate, efficient returns.
Team Lead
The Honey Baked Ham Company
Ballwin, MO
07.2023 - 01.2025
- Led store operations during peak holiday periods, coordinating team workflow and customer service in a high-volume environment.
- Completed closing procedures including cash reconciliation, safe counts, inventory checks, next-day preparation, and replenishment ordering.
Sales Associate
The Honey Baked Ham Company
Ballwin, MO
10.2022 - 07.2023
- Processed customer transactions, handled phone inquiries, and assisted customers with orders and product questions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accountancy & Master of Accountancy
University of Missouri
Columbia, MO05-2028
Associate Degree - General Transfer Studies
St. Louis Community College
St. Louis, MO05-2025
Skills
- Client relations
- Quick learner
- Strong work ethic
- Customer service
Certification
IRS Basic Tax Certification; IRS Advanced Tax Certification
LEADERSHIP, HONORS & SKILLS
- Organizations & Honors: Beta Alpha Psi
- Certifications: IRS Basic Tax Certification; IRS Advanced Tax Certification
- Technical Skills: Microsoft Excel; TaxSlayer; Office 365
Timeline
Service Porter
Gurley Jeep Automotive Group - Spirit Lexus
01.2025 - 08.2025
Volunteer Tax Preparer
Internal Revenue Service - Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)
01.2025 - 04.2025
Team Lead
The Honey Baked Ham Company
07.2023 - 01.2025
Sales Associate
The Honey Baked Ham Company
10.2022 - 07.2023
Associate Degree - General Transfer Studies
St. Louis Community College
Bachelor of Science - Accountancy & Master of Accountancy
University of Missouri