Tax Accountant handling individual and corporate returns, payroll-related filings, and recurring state and federal reporting for a varied client base. Organizes 25+ client tax files per month, checks entries for accuracy, and uses Pro Series and Drake Software to support compliant, on-time filing work. Fits tax preparation roles that value dependable client service and careful review of reporting details.
Work History
Tax Accountant
5 Years 1 Month
Diversified Capital Inc. | 09.2021 - Current
Review tax returns for completeness, accuracy, and compliance before final submission.
Prepare corporate tax returns using current financial records and supporting schedules.
File estimated tax payments and track due dates for recurring client obligations.
Resolve tax notices by researching account history and preparing clear response documentation.
Maintain bookkeeping records to support accurate reporting and month-end close activities.
Reconcile general ledger accounts and investigate variances before final reporting.
Prepare journal entries for recurring activity, accruals, and routine account adjustments.
Support quarterly tax reporting by organizing supporting schedules and reconciliation details.
Set up accounting software files and organize client records for efficient tax preparation.
Perform cash reconciliation to verify recorded balances against bank and source documents.
Process accounts payable records and match invoices to approved supporting documentation.
Track accounts receivable balances and update payment records as transactions are received.
Prepare sales tax reports by reviewing source data and supporting filing requirements.
Review fixed asset records and update depreciation-related accounting entries as needed.
Accountant
14 Years 1 Month
Herbster's Tax Service | 07.2007 - 08.2021
File 25 payroll and sales tax reports quarterly with federal and state agencies.
Prepare 300 individual and corporate tax returns annually for small-business and farm clients.
Maintain bookkeeping for small businesses and farms, keeping day-to-day records organized and current.
Reconcile cash activity and general ledger balances to support accurate month-end records.
Prepare journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations to keep financial records clean and audit-ready.
Support payroll tax compliance and recurring filings across federal, state, and local requirements.
Review estimated tax payments and related filings to help clients stay current with obligations.
Quality Director/Microbiologist
5 Years 1 Month
Randall Cosmetics International | 02.1998 - 03.2003
Directed 10 chemists and technicians across quality and microbiology operations in cosmetic manufacturing.
Oversaw laboratory testing activities to support product quality checks and microbiological review.
Maintained laboratory SOPs and reinforced compliance with quality procedures across daily operations.
Coordinated documentation and issue tracking to support consistent oversight in manufacturing quality.
Quality Director
2 Years 3 Months
Scientific Design | 03.1996 - 06.1998
-Directed entire operation for wastewater treatment company.
-Inventory analysis
-Trade show preparation and planning
-Laboratory analysis on potential customer samples
-Catalog Design
Quality Control Manager/Chemist
3 Years 2 Months
La Costa Products International | 04.1992 - 06.1995
Coordinated 2 cosmetic photoshoots monthly with catalog retail and product presentation needs.
Supervised 50 quality-control workflows weekly across the QC department and compounding division.
Directed quality-control operations for the QC department and compounding division.
Maintained laboratory SOPs to support consistent cosmetic testing and production standards.
Partnered with catalog teams to prepare cosmetic product imagery for retail presentation.
International Chemist Liason
8 Years 1 Month
Formulabs | 04.1983 - 05.1991
Coordinated monthly 25 lab procedure updates between the Mexico plant and Escondido teams.
Conducted weekly training for 4 chemists at the Mexico plant to reinforce lab procedures.
Trained chemists at the Mexico plant on local methods and operating expectations.
Served as a liaison between Tijuana and Escondido teams to support clear technical communication.
Reinforced laboratory SOPs to promote consistent work practices across sites.