Rebecca Connors
Davenport,IA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing and tracking the priorities of multiple ongoing projects. Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to proactively promote engaged, empowering culture. Highly analytical, resourceful, detail oriented, and results-driven Tax Accountant skilled at working efficiently to meet and exceed deadlines with high quality work. Proficiency in use of Microsoft Applications, Google Applications, QuickBooks, and Drake Tax Software.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Tax Accountant II
Velo Advisers
07.2020 - Current
- Audited client financial records to determine current tax liability and forecast for future tax liabilities, both business and personal.
- Worked closely with clients to properly fill out tax forms and file tax returns with both paper and electronic filings.
- Lead 3 tax preparers to complete 450+ individual returns and 100+ business returns from document retrieval to electronic filing within 3 months.
- Prepared and reviewed many levels of 1040, 1065, 1120S, and 1120 tax returns in compliance with Federal and 30+ state guidelines.
- Collaborated with team members to identify opportunities for improving client services and tax strategies.
- Conducted tax reviews and compilations to identify potential exposure areas and provided suggestions.
- Mentored junior staff members by sharing experience and expertise which improved their overall performance and understanding of complex taxation matters
Dog Kennel Attendant
Kings Harvest Pet Rescue
01.2020 - 09.2020
- Monitored and maintained food, water, and administration of medication of 25+ animals according to their individual dietary guidelines and specific needs.
- Managed rotations to ensure equal yard time, consistent feeding times, medication schedule, and adoption meet and greet appointments for each animal.
- Minimized animal injury risk by monitoring behaviors and eliminating safety hazards.
- Provided top-notch customer service to every customer and assisted in matching clients with animals based on clients lifestyles and companion preferences.
Carrier Sales Representative
Ecogistics
01.2020 - 01.2020
- Negotiated freight load pricing, quantity, timelines, locations, and requirements with customers.
- Generated documentation and information required for customer shipments.
- Assisted Logistics Coordinators with cold call freight transportation sales and negotiation when up against deadlines.
- Managed 3 Logistics Coordinators daily to ensure targets and timelines were being met and exceeded.
- Updated internal databases with all available freight shipments available to be sold.
- Facilitated daily, weekly, and monthly status reporting to stay in line with goals and projections.
Logistics Coordinator
Ecogistics
09.2017 - 01.2020
- Cold call sales and negotiation 60-135 calls per day.
- Managed 4-20 loads of freight daily, including but not limited to scheduling pickup & drop-off times, re-scheduling missed appointments, communicating with semi drivers multiple times throughout the day to update ETA, ensuring drivers have the correct PPE and loading equipment.
- Prepared and documented shipment activities and cargo movements to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records. Updated internal databases with account information to maintain brief but clear account records for 100's of trucking companies weekly.
- Facilitated daily, weekly, and monthly status reporting to stay in line with goals and projections.
- Timely escalation of issues to upper management to ensure efficient resolution and problem solving resulting in customer satisfaction.
- Conducted investigations to resolve issues related to logistics and cargo movements.
Swimming Coach
Lane Four Aquatics
05.2012 - 07.2017
- Guided athletes, ages 3-22, through individualized physical and mental adjustments needed to improve swimming speed, overall strength, and technique safely.
- Observed swimmers to identify and adjust weaknesses providing constructive feedback, realistic expectations for improvement, and boost overall confidence to overcome these obstacles.
- Assisted in coordination and production of 3 competitive swimming meets hosting over 1,000 athletes from all over The United States.
- Coached athletes at all levels, beginner, intermediate, national qualifying, community college, Division 1 collegiate athletes.
- Promoted a positive team environment by fostering strong relationships among swimmers, coaches, and parents.
- Coordinated travel arrangements for out-of-town competitions, ensuring seamless logistics for both athletes and support staff members.
- Maintained up-to-date certifications in CPR/AED/First Aid to ensure adherence to safety standards in emergency situations.
- Provided constructive feedback during video analysis sessions designed to pinpoint areas for improvement.
- Developed partnerships with local schools to foster interest in swimming programs among younger students.
Student Athlete
Georgia Southern University
08.2012 - 02.2016
- Increased team morale by demonstrating strong leadership skills and fostering a positive environment.
- Enhanced personal athletic performance through disciplined training routines and diligent practice sessions.
- Developed time management skills by balancing academic responsibilities (20-30 hours/week) with rigorous athletic commitments (20-35 hours/week).
- Helped teammates improve performance levels by sharing knowledge of specific techniques or tactics related to their respective specialties.
- Gained valuable experience in goal-setting processes by working closely with coaches to develop customized improvement plans based on individual strengths and weaknesses.
- Displayed resilience under pressure situations during competitions that positively impacted overall team results, often being one of the people our coach would turn to in times of desperation to win a competition.
Education
BBA - Marketing
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GA05.2016
High School Diploma -
Bettendorf High School
Bettendorf, IA05.2012
Skills
- Detail Oriented
- Critical Thinking and Analysis
- Project Management
- Time Management
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Quality Assurance
- Organization
- Problem-Solving
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Tax Accountant II
Velo Advisers
07.2020 - Current
Dog Kennel Attendant
Kings Harvest Pet Rescue
01.2020 - 09.2020
Carrier Sales Representative
Ecogistics
01.2020 - 01.2020
Logistics Coordinator
Ecogistics
09.2017 - 01.2020
Student Athlete
Georgia Southern University
08.2012 - 02.2016
Swimming Coach
Lane Four Aquatics
05.2012 - 07.2017
BBA - Marketing
Georgia Southern University
High School Diploma -
Bettendorf High School
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