Harold Washington IV

Dallas,TX

Summary

Aspiring CPA and accounting professional with internship and project experience in financial reporting, reconciliations, and automation. Skilled in SAP, Alteryx, and SQL with proven ability to streamline processes and support business operations. Recognized for academic excellence and hands-on contributions to accounting teams.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Finance Intern

American Heart Association

Dallas

01.2026 - Current

Assisted in preparing financial reports for fundraising initiatives, ensuring accuracy and compliance with organizational standards.
Streamlined invoice processing procedures, enhancing efficiency and reducing turnaround times for payments.
Developed financial models to forecast revenue from upcoming campaigns, improving strategic planning efforts.

Shared Services Accounting Intern

Energy Transfer

Dallas, TX

05.2023 - 08.2025

Supported AR team by processing and reconciling financial transactions in SAP, Redwood, and Blackline, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
Assisted with month-end reconciliations and variance analysis, contributing to on-time close.
Partnered with senior staff to improve workflow efficiency, enhancing reporting accuracy.

Tax Preparer

Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (V.I.T.A.)

01.2024 - 04.2024

Prepared and filed tax returns for clients, ensuring accuracy and maximizing refunds.
Delivered financial guidance in compliance with IRS standards as part of the V.I.T.A. program.

Bartender / Auditor

Highland Springs

Dallas, TX

08.2022 - Current

Conducted audits for linen and alcohol inventory, ensuring compliance with company policies and accuracy in record-keeping.
Delivered excellent customer service while performing bartending duties, including preparing and serving drinks and managing bar inventory.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Accounting & Finance

Texas Southern University

Houston, TX

Skills

Accounting Software: SAP, Blackline, QuickBooks
Data & Automation: SQL, Alteryx

Productivity Tools: Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

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