Jackson Royer
Ames,Iowa
Summary
To obtain a full-time offer to further enhance my expanding knowledge in the public accounting field. Eager to apply the understanding of accounting principles and their core applications to help the department achieve its daily goals and objectives.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Assurance Intern
RSM
Chicago, IL
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Gained knowledge on various assurance industry engagements on clients in multiple different industries such as Specialty Finance, Private Equity, and Capital Markets
- Observed staff performance during audits for quality assurance purposes.
- Developed a comprehensive understanding of client's business environment and industry standards.
- Worked collaboratively with team to conduct specific phases of financial audit.
Tax Preparer Intern
McGowen, Hurst, Clark, & Smith
West Des Moines, IA
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Assisted over 75 clients with tax filing preparation by gathering and organizing financial documents, such as W-2s, 1099s, bank statements, and other income documents
- Completed projects directly assigned by upper management
- Identified potential deductions for clients to maximize their return amounts.
- Answered phone calls from clients seeking assistance with their taxes or inquiries about services offered by the firm.
- Analyzed prior year's returns to identify discrepancies or errors that may need correction.
Accounting Intern (Summer)
InSite Real Estate
Oak Brook, IL
05.2022 - 08.2023
- Prepared daily cash reconciliations for over 100 bank accounts across multiple banks
- Reviewed and submitted summary cash reports to Controller for review each morning noting any areas of concern
- Calculated monthly loan interest using templates in Excel and prepared billing packages for payment
- Entered corporate cash receipts into the Accounting Software Program ensuring proper allocation and coding
- Created check requests for vendor invoices and entered into the Accounting Software Program for payment
- Entered journal entries for daily cash activity and attached proper bank documentation for each transaction
- Performed special projects as requested from Senior Accountants and Controller such as American Express Expense Report reconciliations and Quarter End Accruals
Optometry Intern
Optique Eye Care
St. Charles, Illinois
08.2019 - 12.2019
- Used optometric equipment to conduct pre-testing and special testing
- Sat-in during multiple eye exams administered by the Doctor
- Assisted optometrists with fitting and adjusting eyeglass frames
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Iowa State University
Ames, IA12-2025
High School Diploma -
Saint Charles East High School
Saint Charles, IL05.2021
Skills
- Data Entry
- Accounts Payable
- Microsoft Excel
- Bookkeeping
- Customer Service
- Financial Documentation
- Journal Entries
- Account Reconciliation
Timeline
Assurance Intern
RSM
06.2024 - 08.2024
Tax Preparer Intern
McGowen, Hurst, Clark, & Smith
01.2024 - 04.2024
Accounting Intern (Summer)
InSite Real Estate
05.2022 - 08.2023
Optometry Intern
Optique Eye Care
08.2019 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Iowa State University
High School Diploma -
Saint Charles East High School