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JENNIFER HOWELL

Rochester,NH

Summary

Disciplined and hardworking professional with a solid background in legal support. Well-versed in bankruptcy proceedings as well as general litigation and estate planning law. Additional background in financial analysis with emphasis on payroll, accounts payable and accounts receivable functions. Able to execute bookkeeping tasks for multiple companies simultaneously and quickly learn new technologies to improve efficiency.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Bookkeeper/Office Manager

Spaulding Ave. Industrial Complex, LLC
12.2016 - Current
  • Handle payroll processing for employees, ensuring timely payment and adherence to tax regulations; complete direct deposits and 1099 contractor payments for multiple employees in three states using Quickbooks
  • Process all new hire paperwork including W-4, 1-9 and state new hire reporting documentation to comply with federal, state and local tax regulations
  • Create reports by compiling summaries for earnings, taxes, deductions, nontaxable wages, disability and leave
  • Prepare filings and make federal and state payroll tax payments on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis, assist tax accountant with annual filings
  • Maintain employee privacy and protected payroll operations by keeping all information confidential
  • Implemented improved record-keeping practices, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Track expenses and income for multiple businesses while maintaining the accuracy of various bank accounts
  • Review and process vendor invoices to guarantee accurate and on-time payments to vendors
  • Prepare invoices for customers, process payments, enter accounts payable updates and manage data
  • Managed and responded to correspondence and inquiries from customers and vendors

Paralegal/Office Manager

Souther Law Office
09.2003 - 12.2016
  • Served as the main liaison between clients and the attorney and strived to ensure superior client experience by addressing client concerns, demonstrating empathy and working to resolve issues as quickly as possible
  • Handled all aspects of a bankruptcy case including client intake consultations, document requests and review, data entry, in-depth financial analysis to confirm federal guideline compliance and electronic case filing
  • Assisted in drafting legal documents, ensuring compliance with court requirements and deadlines.
  • Communicated with clients, opposing counsel and court personnel to keep all parties informed on case updates.
  • Maintained all accounts and records of clients with the highest levels of confidentiality and discretion pursuant to the rules of attorney-client privilege
  • Managed billable hours tracking, client invoicing and receipt of payments, identification and resolution of client billing issues
  • Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
  • Responsible for the firm's in-house financial matters including processing vendor payments, monthly reconciliation of multiple bank accounts including client trust accounts, budget maintenance, employee time tracking and payroll, and preparation of end-of-year statements for tax accountant

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

Granite State College
Concord, NH
2020

Associate of Science - Business and Behavioral Science

Granite State College
Rochester, NH
2017

Bankruptcy Paralegal Specialist Certification -

Blackstone Career Institute
Allentown, PA
2012

Paralegal Certification -

Blackstone Career Institute
Allentown, PA
2009

Skills

  • Experience with Microsoft Office, Quickbooks, Best Case Bankruptcy Software, Express Invoice, Google Workspace
  • Proficient in state and federal electronic tax filings
  • Extensive prior experience with chapter 7 and chapter 13 bankruptcy petition preparation and electronic case filing
  • Skilled at online research of state and federal rules, regulations and codes
  • Flexible and able to work under pressure
  • Excellent written and verbal communication

Timeline

Bookkeeper/Office Manager

Spaulding Ave. Industrial Complex, LLC
12.2016 - Current

Paralegal/Office Manager

Souther Law Office
09.2003 - 12.2016

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

Granite State College

Associate of Science - Business and Behavioral Science

Granite State College

Bankruptcy Paralegal Specialist Certification -

Blackstone Career Institute

Paralegal Certification -

Blackstone Career Institute

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