Elizabeth Sprouse
Clover,SC
Summary
Seasoned professional with 20 years of dedicated service as a business education teacher, demonstrating exceptional skills in lesson planning, classroom management, and administrative tasks. Complemented by 18 months of hands-on experience in a busy CPA firm, where I honed my expertise in bookkeeping and various tax-related duties. Known for professionalism, effective client communication, organizational skills and a strong work ethic. Eager to contribute my skills to a forward-thinking organization that values excellence and client satisfaction.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounting Services Support
BNA CPA & Advisors
Rock Hill , SC
2023.01 - Current
- Maintained and reconciled general ledger accounts.
- Prepared financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and statement of cash flows.
- Conducted monthly bank reconciliations.
- Performed month-end closing activities.
- Ensured accuracy in all accounting entries and records.
- Prepared accurate financial reports each month by collecting, analyzing and summarizing account information.
- Analyzed financial transactions, assigning to specific accounts.
- Prepared and processed payrolls.
- Checked postings and documents for correctness, accuracy and proper coding.
- Reconciled or entered report discrepancies found in financial records.
- Completed onboarding procedures for new Gusto clients.
- Completed onboarding procedures for new Xero/QBO clients.
- Assisted in preparing 1099's and property tax returns.
- Provided timely and courteous communication with clients to achieve excellent customer service and accurate business financials.
Career & Technology Teacher
Clover School District
Clover , SC
1998.08 - Current
- Taught Accounting 1, Accounting 2, Web Design (HTML & CSS), Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, MS Office, Marketing and Computer Programming 1.
- Maintained case files and documented actions.
- Created and enforced student-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Selected and implemented interesting and interactive learning media to increase student understanding of course materials.
- Effectively taught in a remote setting for over four months
- Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among class of 25 students.
- Developed, administered and graded tests and quizzes promptly to provide quick feedback.
- Performed student background reviews to ascertain learning deficiencies and strengths to develop tailored lessons based on student needs.
- Assisted fellow teachers with assignment development, special projects, tests, administrative updates and grading.
- Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
- Established course websites to make updated handouts and other resources available to students.
- Maintained safe, clean, and organized classroom environment.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
- Attended in-service training and professional development courses to stay on top of policy and education changes.
- Maintained calm, positive classroom environment through gentle discipline and enthusiastic attitude to encourage learning and studying among student.
- Administered tests, quizzes and other assignments to gauge students' learning and knowledge of course materials.
- Managed and organized class records and reports.
- Graded tests and papers and uploaded grading information to district system.
Accountant
Tele Quarz, USA
Fort Mill , SC
1995.10 - 1996.12
- Balanced reports and batch summaries to submit for approval.
- Coded invoices and other records to maintain organized and accurate records.
- Applied mathematical skills to calculate totals, check figures and correct problems with physical and digital files.
- Established complete accounting structures, processes and controls to meet business requirements.
- Managed accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations and payroll function.
- Prepared month-end closing entries for detailed reporting and recordkeeping.
Staff Accountant
Gist-Brocades
Charlotte , NC
1994.07 - 1995.10
- Reviewed and reconciled discrepancies in accounts and financial documentation.
- Investigated and resolved discrepancies in monthly bank accounts.
- Assessed accuracy, completeness and integrity of corporate financial records.
- Established complete accounting structures, processes and controls to meet business requirements.
- Reviewed purchase documents and company receipts for reconciliation with statements.
- Prepared accurate financial reports each month by collecting, analyzing and summarizing account information.
- Applied mathematical skills to calculate totals, check figures and correct problems with physical and digital files.
- Assisted senior leadership by processing documents within anticipated timeframes.
- Suggested key operational changes to improve performance by extracting financial data from various reporting systems.
- Resolved balance errors using accounting software.
Accounting Assistant
York Technical College
Rock Hill , SC
1991.06 - 1994.08
- Reconciled company credit cards, expense accounts and other expenses and financial records.
- Coded invoices and other records to maintain organized and accurate records.
- Received payments from customers via cash, check and credit cards to pay company invoices.
- Checked figures, postings and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy and proper codes.
- As a utility employee, I worked in several departments: business office, bookstore, accounting department
Education
Master of Arts - Business Education
Winthop University
Rock Hill05.1998
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Winthrop University
Rock Hill, SC05.1994
Skills
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Strong problem solver
- Account reconciliation
- Proficient in Adobe software (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
- Customer relations
- Confidential document control
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Proficient in Xero and QBO
- Proficient in Track1099
- Proficient in Karbon practice management platform
- Proficient in CCH tax software
Timeline
Accounting Services Support
BNA CPA & Advisors
2023.01 - Current
Career & Technology Teacher
Clover School District
1998.08 - Current
Accountant
Tele Quarz, USA
1995.10 - 1996.12
Staff Accountant
Gist-Brocades
1994.07 - 1995.10
Accounting Assistant
York Technical College
1991.06 - 1994.08
Master of Arts - Business Education
Winthop University
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Winthrop University
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