Pamela J. Starks-Brooks
Entry Accounting
Greeley,CO
Summary
Dependable accounting professional acknowledged for reliability, integrity and quick-learning ability. Skilled in reconciliation, report drafting and collections. Industrious and meticulous with eye for identifying and correcting errors. Strong history of integrity and reliability with strong work ethic and resourceful nature.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Tax Preparer
H & R Block Tax Services
Loveland, CO
01.2022 - Current
- Consulted with clients to assess and mitigate future tax liabilities and determine eligibility for tax abatement.
- Delivered comprehensive tax documentation required for accurate individual and corporate returns.
- Prepared written responses or tax return amendments to resolve state and federal notices.
- Saved client $6,000 by thorough interview regarding eligibility for child care credit.
- Reviewed available data and compared against tax code to determine exemptions, deductions and potential liabilities.
- Offered clients recommendations to reduce tax liabilities.
- Provided information about available products and services to clients, resulting in increased business opportunities.
- Conducted reviews of internal tax documentation, reducing errors related to missed tax benefits.
Coordinator
Disability, Front Range Community College
Westminster, CO
07.2017 - 09.2021
- Conduct intake activities for FRCC students; collect and review documentation of disability, determine accommodations, communicate with faculty and instructors, as necessary
- Counsel students regarding general learning issues and strategies for success, e.g., study skills, test anxiety, self-advocacy, problem-solving/coping strategies, etc
- Act as anadvocate for students with disabilities
- Managed department budget, purchase orders,
- Worked as liaison between fiscal(purchasing and contracts) and department for fiscal matters.
- Reallocation of purchases to dept. FOAP in Banner, Purchasing Card management. Use of spreadsheets to compile monthly reports and track budget items.
- Worked with contracts specialist to deal with publishers and vendors
- Conduct presentations on disability and learning development issues and act as the liaison between Disability Support Services office and faculty
- Act as secondary representative for FRCC/WC disability services at statewide Consortium and Disability Services Council meetings
- Maintain compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of Rehabilitation Act updates and changes
- Advanced purchasing skills.
- Collaborated in the timely processing of invoices and accounts payable.
- Made travel arrangements for staff members.
Paralegal
Berthoud, CO
05.2011 - 08.2018
- Perform Legal Research using West Law, Lexis
- Adobe Professional
- Completed case notes, maintained case files, communications with court, magistrates, and attorneys
- Organized large case files electronically
Alternative Technology Coordinator
Disability Support Services, Front Range Community College
Longmont, CO
08.2012 - 07.2017
- Maintains confidentiality and compliance with ADA, FERPA
- Organize/maintain files (paper and electronic), maintain database, tracking learning outcomes and support services
- Research and procure/purchase of cutting-edge Assistive Technology software and equipment, troubleshooting as needed
- Customer Service through email, in person contact and phone calls
- Assists student walk-ins and helps students with interpreting procedures
- Worked with college grants, received grant for student technology research. Was responsible for all documentation for grant including; time keeping, financial reports, and research reports.
- Train students to use AT to mitigate learning barriers
- Provide orientation training for blind students
- Counsel/train students regarding general learning issues and strategies for success
- Communicate and work with instructors and faculty to gain a join effort accommodation for the success of the student
- Proctor testing/ scheduling of proctor exams
- Procure or create all alternate format texts
- Conduct intakes for students with disabilities, evaluate documentation, determine accommodations
- The “go to” person for faculty/staff questions about the materials students use as accommodations
- Advocate for students with disabilities
- Presentations on disabilities and learning development, technology used by students, accessibility of documents
Instructor and Office Assistant
American Red Cross
Collins, Denver, CO
09.2010 - 08.2013
- Use of complex computer system to retrieve, enter data, and schedule classes
- Operate multi-line phones
- Flexible with on-going procedural changes
- Assist clients with navigating the on-line system and signing up for classes
- Maintain professionalism and confidentiality
Communications Specialist
Berthoud Chamber of Commerce
Berthoud, Co
06.2011 - 09.2011
- Set up all Social Media accounts, updated daily
- Created a monthly newsletter template, including accessibility features
- Planned networking events, secured speakers and catering
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Services
University of Northern Colorado
Greeley, COMaster of Arts - Professional Accounting
Colorado State University Global Campus
Aurora, CO02.2024
Leadership training sponsored by FRCC - undefined
Front Range Community College
2019
Exploring and Advancing -
Accessibility in Higher Education And Disability
2019
AHEAD Master - undefined
2018
Skills
- Accounting Policy and Control
- Discrepancy Reconciliation
- Fixed Asset Management
- Tax Software
- GAAP Accounting Practices
- Complex Problem-Solving
Timeline
Professional Tax Preparer
H & R Block Tax Services
01.2022 - Current
Coordinator
Disability, Front Range Community College
07.2017 - 09.2021
Alternative Technology Coordinator
Disability Support Services, Front Range Community College
08.2012 - 07.2017
Communications Specialist
Berthoud Chamber of Commerce
06.2011 - 09.2011
Paralegal
05.2011 - 08.2018
Instructor and Office Assistant
American Red Cross
09.2010 - 08.2013
Bachelor of Science - Human Services
University of Northern Colorado
Master of Arts - Professional Accounting
Colorado State University Global Campus
Leadership training sponsored by FRCC - undefined
Front Range Community College
Exploring and Advancing -
Accessibility in Higher Education And Disability
AHEAD Master - undefined
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