Plizia Bishop
Stilwell,OK
Summary
I am focused and dedicated with exceptional work ethic and proven strengths in case management support, organizational abilities, leadership, conflict resolution, and problem solving. I am a strong multitasker skilled at managing high-volume caseloads while consistently meeting deadlines. Additionally, I am a persistent and resourceful problem-solver with excellent research and communication skills. I have always been highly-motivated with a desire to take on new challenges. I adapt to new environments well and consider myself a quick learner. I have completed a Bachelor's of Science in Criminal Law and a Minor in Homeland Security. I have been accepted into the Massachusetts School of Law in Andover, MA for the Fall of 2024, along with an acceptance to The Graduate School of Nichols College, to obtain my MBA along side my JD.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Tax Preparer & Bookkeeper
White's Tax & Accounting
Stilwell, OK
12.2023 - 05.2024
- Prepared and reviewed tax returns for individuals, partnerships, corporations and trusts.
- Compiled data from clients to accurately complete tax forms.
- Analyzed financial information such as income statements and balance sheets to calculate tax liability.
- Maintained accurate records of all client transactions and filings.
- Reviewed prior year's returns for accuracy and completeness before submitting them.
- Organized paperwork for efficient review by senior staff members.
- Created spreadsheets detailing income sources, deductions, credits, estimated payments.
- Filed electronically through approved software programs.
- Finalized and processed paperwork with local, state and federal government authorities.
- Provided guidance on financial decisions related to taxes.
- Assisted clients in responding to IRS notices of deficiency or audit findings.
- Explained complex tax regulations in an easy-to-understand manner for clients' understanding.
- Corresponded with government agencies regarding discrepancies between submitted documents and actual amounts owed and refundable.
Legal/Executive Assistant
Hammons, Hamby & Price LLC
Tahlequah, OK
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Managed office scheduling and kept accurate notes on deadlines, motions and other dates.
- Organized and executed court calendar with daily cases and supervisor meetings.
- Handled telephone calls, meeting plans and conference organization requirements.
- Met with clients and attorneys to discuss case details and evidence.
- Conducted thorough research and review of case information to assist attorneys.
- Participated in client interviews, observed questioning process and documented information.
- Maintained knowledge on case status by reviewing relevant records and reporting back to clients.
- Responded to client calls and inquiries to deliver applicable information.
- Drafted motions, briefs and other legal documents.
- Filed clients' legal documents in relevant courts for processing.
- Organized and prepared case exhibits and evidence for trial.
- Collaborated with other departments within the firm to ensure timely completion of tasks.
- Counseled clients regarding their legal rights and obligations in accordance with applicable laws.
- Participated in strategy meetings with attorneys in order to develop effective strategies for resolving cases.
- Negotiated settlements between parties involved in disputes when appropriate.
- Maintained an organized docketing system to track all deadlines associated with cases.
Store Associate
Walmart
Stilwell, OK
03.2020 - 07.2022
- Stocked, replenished and organized inventory to keep store merchandise fresh.
- Unloaded and moved merchandise to maintain aisles and set up product displays.
- Assessed assigned areas and displays to maintain presentable condition, restocking and reorganizing merchandise.
- Performed floor moves, merchandising, display maintenance and housekeeping to keep sales areas well-stocked, organized and current.
- Monitored sales floor to identify customers in need of assistance and merchandise requiring replenishment.
- Engaged positively with each customer, providing professional and polite support for sales and service needs.
- Monitored daily workflow to ensure adherence to established policies and procedures.
- Participated in regular meetings with senior leadership to provide updates on team progress.
- Maintained a positive work environment that promoted collaboration between team members.
- Established clear expectations for employees, providing guidance when needed.
- Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality, and conformance.
- Mentored newly hired employees on machine operations and implemented training on safety procedures to prevent injuries.
- Monitored team workload to prevent burnout and ensure equitable task distribution.
- Delegated daily tasks to team members to optimize group productivity.
Assistant Manager
Caseys General Stores Inc
Stilwell, OK
02.2019 - 03.2020
- Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Organized schedules, workflows and shift coverage to meet expected business demands.
- Maintained inventory accuracy by counting stock-on-hand and reconciling discrepancies.
- Secured revenue, accurately monitoring transactions and deposits to eliminate discrepancies.
- Collaborated with store manager to develop strategies for achieving sales and profit goals.
- Mentored staff to enhance skills and achieve daily targets, using hands-on and motivational leadership.
- Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality and conformance.
- Created monthly reports for senior management summarizing operational performance metrics.
- Resolved conflicts between employees by providing guidance on company policies and procedures.
- Managed vendor relationships by negotiating contracts and ensuring timely delivery of goods and services.
- Assessed team member's skillsets and assigned tasks accordingly for optimal efficiency.
- Coached, mentored and trained team members in order to improve their job performance.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Provided leadership during times of organizational change or crisis situations.
- Established processes to ensure efficient workflow throughout the organization.
- Managed inventory levels to meet demand without overstocking, reducing waste.
- Recruited and hired qualified candidates to fill open positions.
- Trained employees on additional job positions to maintain coverage of roles.
- Enhanced team member performance through use of strategic and tactical approaches, motivational coaching and training.
- Evaluated individual and team business performance and identified opportunities for improvement.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Mediated conflicts between employees and facilitated effective resolutions to disputes.
- Analyzed business performance data and forecasted business results for upper management.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Law
Northeastern State University
Tahlequah, OK12.2023
Associate of Arts - Criminal Law
Carl Albert State College
Sallisaw, OK05.2021
High School Diploma -
Stilwell High School
Stilwell, OK05.2018
Skills
- Assist managing partner with billing and monthly general firm administration
- Assist with preparation for trial and client meetings
- Attention to Detail
- Case Management
- Communications with clients and courts
- Criminal Law
- Draft correspondence, pleadings and other documents
- Family Law
- File court documents and pleadings
- Manage calendar deadlines, appointments, court dates and events
- MS Office Proficient
- Organize and maintain legal documents and files
- Receive, record and disseminate information on behalf of clients and attorneys
- Documentation Filing
- Records Management
- Tax Law Compliance
- Data Gathering
- Corporate Tax Preparation
- Tax Return Preparation
- Bookkeeping
- Mathematical Calculations
- Financial Management
- Filing System Management
- Payroll Processing
- Research/Due Diligence
- QuickBooks Proficiency
- Individual returns preparation
- Quality Improvement
- Multi-state tax filing
- Organization skills
- Finance
- Project management abilities
- Progress Reporting
- Video Editing
Accomplishments
- Recurrent member of the National Honor Society.
- Promoted from Store Associate to Assistant Manager, in less than 6-months.
- Successfully adapted to new work environments without previous work experience or training needed.
- Accepted into the Massachusetts School of Law for Fall of 2024.
- Accepted into The Graduate School, Nichols College MBA program for Fall of 2024.
Affiliations
- Active member of the Cherokee Nation
- Dean's Honor Roll 2020
- National Honor's Society
- President's Honor Roll 2021-2023
Certification
- An Introduction to the National Incident Management System, Emergency Management Institute FEMA - 2022
- Basic Incident Command System for Initial Response, Emergency Management Institute FEMA - 2022
- Introduction to Incident Command System, Emergency Management Institute FEMA - 2022
- National Response Framework, Emergency Management Institute FEMA - 2022
- National Disaster Recovery Framework, Emergency Management Institute FEMA - 2022
Timeline
Tax Preparer & Bookkeeper
White's Tax & Accounting
12.2023 - 05.2024
Legal/Executive Assistant
Hammons, Hamby & Price LLC
07.2022 - 07.2023
Store Associate
Walmart
03.2020 - 07.2022
Assistant Manager
Caseys General Stores Inc
02.2019 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Law
Northeastern State University
Associate of Arts - Criminal Law
Carl Albert State College
High School Diploma -
Stilwell High School
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