Paola Mejia
Rexburg,ID
Summary
Highly motivated accounting student seeking an internship opportunity to apply academic knowledge in a real-world setting. Eager to gain hands-on experience in financial analysis, accounting practices, and contribute to the success of your organization.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Accounting Coursework
Brigham Young University - Idaho
Rexburg, USA
01.2021 - Current
- Gained foundational knowledge in financial reporting, including the preparation and analysis of financial statements.
- Developed an understanding of accounting principles, including assets, liabilities, equity, revenue, and expenses.
- Explored the use of accounting information for internal decision-making processes.
- Focused on budgeting, cost analysis, and performance measurement techniques.
- Acquired skills in Excel for accounting purposes, including the use of spreadsheets for financial analysis, data management, and reporting.
- Enhanced spreadsheet skills with a focus on advanced functions, data analysis tools, and automation techniques relevant to accounting.
- Studied in-depth financial accounting topics, including revenue recognition, inventory valuation, and long-term assets.
- Focused on preparing more complex financial statements and disclosures.
- Analyzed cost behavior, cost allocation methods, and budgeting techniques.
- Applied cost accounting principles to decision-making processes.
- Tax system, focusing on individual income taxation.
- Developed skills in preparing tax returns and understanding tax regulations.
- Explored various career paths in accounting through hands-on projects and seminars.
- Gained insights into different accounting fields and industry practices.
Dog Trainer
Petco Animal Supplies Stores Inc.
Farmington, UT
11.2023 - 09.2024
- Assisted owners in addressing problem behaviors such as barking, chewing, digging, jumping, and aggression.
- Developed strategies for teaching advanced obedience skills including heeling off leash, recall from a distance, scent work, agility courses, and tricks.
- Taught basic commands such as sit, stay, and come to dogs of all breeds and ages.
- Conducted group classes to teach proper socialization skills to puppies and adult dogs.
- Evaluated the progress of each dog's training program by observing interactions with owners during lessons.
- Provided guidance to owners on how to maintain consistent rules in the home environment to ensure successful behavior modification results.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Brigham Young University - Idaho
Rexburg, ID12.2025
Associate of Science - General Studies
Brigham Young University - Idaho
Rexburg, ID01.2022
Skills
- Financial reporting
- Managerial accounting
- Financial analysis
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel
- Spreadsheet applications
- Advanced writing
- Effective communication in professional contexts
- Experience in collaborative projects
- Team-based assignments
Certification
- Petco Positive Dog Training
Timeline
Dog Trainer
Petco Animal Supplies Stores Inc.
11.2023 - 09.2024
Accounting Coursework
Brigham Young University - Idaho
01.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Brigham Young University - Idaho
Associate of Science - General Studies
Brigham Young University - Idaho
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