Robin Kinquist
St. Louis,MO
Summary
Detail-oriented Accounting Professional with 30 years of experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger analysis, and inventory controls. Skilled in monthly bank statement reconciliation and timely sales and use tax reporting. Experienced in supervising teams and enhancing operational efficiency.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Grant Accountant II & Accountant
St. Louis University
St Louis, MO
11.2019 - 08.2026
- Invoices/Credits to Grant Sponsors
- Followed up weekly on account receivable report to track outstanding payments from grant sponsors
- Created monthly financial reports to summarize grant-related transactions and support budget management
- Bank Reconciliations for 3 different accounts
- Posting Cash payments that are received into university
- Posting closing entries at month and year end
- Performed account reconciliations to verify accuracy of system reports against documentation
- Creating and Filing Endowment Accounts so that others in the university can use the information
- Handled various tasks as they appeared to support operations.
- Managed financial reporting processes to ensure compliance with university policies and regulations.
- Developed and implemented streamlined accounting procedures enhancing operational efficiency.
- Supervised monthly reconciliations, ensuring accuracy in financial statements and records.
- Analyzed budget variances, providing actionable insights to senior management for strategic decision-making.
Tax Expert
Intuit TurboTax
12.2021 - 04.2026
- Completed full-service federal and state tax preparations for customers
- Guided customers in resolving issues encountered during self-preparation of federal and state tax returns
- Analyzed complex tax scenarios to provide tailored solutions for clients.
- Reviewed and ensured accuracy of client tax returns and documentation.
- Guided clients through tax preparation processes, enhancing overall satisfaction.
- Maintained thorough and current understanding of applicable tax laws.
- Worked with individuals, trusts and companies to manage tax compliance and reporting needs.
- Conducted ongoing professional development activities to stay current with changing industry trends, legislation, rules, regulations affecting taxation practices.
- Managed tax submissions and made sure all information complied with regulations.
- Provided clear explanations of complex tax concepts to clients, ensuring they fully understood their responsibilities and obligations.
- Managed a diverse portfolio of clients, delivering high-quality service and fostering long-term relationships.
- Advised clients on best practices for managing their finances to minimize future tax liabilities while maximizing deductions and credits available to them.
- Conducted comprehensive research on complex tax regulations, staying up-to-date on the latest changes and updates.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing thorough tax analysis and recommendations.
- Assisted clients in reducing tax liabilities through strategic financial planning.
- Developed customized tax strategies to meet individual client needs and goals.
- Maintained strict compliance with all federal, state, and local tax laws while preparing client returns.
- Identified potential tax savings opportunities for clients by conducting thorough reviews of their financial records.
- Identified potential audit red flags to minimize the risk of IRS audits.
- Analyzed financial records to verify accuracy of tax returns.
- Researched complex tax issues utilizing online resources and professional tax software.
- Maintained compliance by adhering to current tax laws and regulations.
- Assessed client tax situations to determine the best filing options.
- Maintained complete records of client tax returns and supporting documentation in secured areas.
- Communicated with clients regarding tax situations, providing guidance on financial decisions.
- Offered clients recommendations to reduce tax liabilities.
- Collaborated with clients to answer questions and provide advice on tax matters.
- Utilized tax software to prepare returns and meet deadlines.
- Calculated estimated tax payments for clients.
- Facilitated integration of modern tax software with client accounting software.
Accountant
Ajilon/Accounting Principles @ St. Louis University
07.2019 - 09.2019
- Helping with Account Reconciliations to ensure accounts are accurate
- Posting Cash payments that are received into university
- Assisted with account reconciliations to maintain accuracy of financial records
- Assisted in training new team members on job responsibilities
- Prepared financial statements in compliance with GAAP and university policies.
- Conducted monthly reconciliations to ensure accuracy of accounts and resolve discrepancies.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and helped to close books.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
- Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports, and presentations.
- Detected and corrected mistakes early on and implemented systems to avoid recurring issues.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
- Compiled general ledger entries on short schedule with 100% accuracy.
Personal and Real Estate tax payment Processing
Ajilon/Accounting Principles @ Nestle Purina Petcare Company
01.2012 - 01.2019
- Reviewed and verified the paperwork for asset valuations.
- Processed tax bill payments received by mail to maintain timely account management
- Research any payment that is different than expected or is missing
- Organized and filed tax bills and payments systematically
Senior Tax Preparer and Office Assistant (Seasonal)
Liberty Tax Service – St. Johns, MO
St. Johns, MO
01.2004 - 01.2019
- Prepared federal and state taxes for customers
- Assisted owner in verifying federal and state taxes, managing accounts payable invoices, processing cash deposits, and balancing bank statements monthly.
- Prepared complex tax returns for individuals and small businesses, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Conducted detailed reviews of client financial documents to identify deductions and credits, maximizing tax benefits.
- Mentored junior tax preparers, providing guidance on best practices and regulatory updates to enhance team performance.
Accounts Payable, Bank Rec, Sales Tax Filing, various accounting positions
Accountemps
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Processed accounts payable by matching purchase orders and entering payment requests.
- Processed sales and use tax filings, resolved reporting discrepancies, and trained successor in position
- Executed filing of financial reports and payment documents accurately and timely.
Merchandising Accounts Payable, Bank Rec, Sales Tax Filing
Weekends Only – Webster Groves, MO
Webster Groves, MO
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Balance of bank account statements monthly.
- Audited and entered merchandise accounts payable.
- Processed sales tax filings in compliance with regulations.
Accounting
Goldman Promotions – Maryland Heights, MO
Maryland Heights, MO
01.1996 - 01.2008
- Prepared accounts payable invoices by verifying pricing, entering data for payment, and auditing received statements to ensure no invoices were missed; maintained vendor communication to resolve issues and processed payments within requested time-frames.
- Processed accounts receivables by verifying order accuracy, resolving issues as they arose, billing customers, and posting cash.
- Performed monthly sales analysis for over 200 account managers using Excel and created special reports for management.
- Accomplishments: Received an award that was given out yearly through the company award ceremony which was “Service Above and Beyond the Call of Duty” for performing in the billing department more than what was requested.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Missouri
St. Louis, MOAssociate of Art Degree - Business Administration
St. Louis Community College
St. Louis, MOAssociate of Science - Accounting
St. Louis Community College
St. Louis, MOWord Processing Specialist - Word Processing - Business Practices
Western Iowa Tech Community College
Sioux City, IASkills
- Accounting and bookkeeping
- Financial statements
- Tax compliance
- Accounts receivable
- Bank reconciliation
- Reconciliation processes
- General ledger entries
- Ledger management
- Financial recordkeeping
- Data analysis
- Tax strategy development
- Attention to detail
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
- Microsoft Excel Advanced
- Microsoft Word Intermediate Course
Timeline
Tax Expert
Intuit TurboTax
12.2021 - 04.2026
Grant Accountant II & Accountant
St. Louis University
11.2019 - 08.2026
Accountant
Ajilon/Accounting Principles @ St. Louis University
07.2019 - 09.2019
Personal and Real Estate tax payment Processing
Ajilon/Accounting Principles @ Nestle Purina Petcare Company
01.2012 - 01.2019
Accounts Payable, Bank Rec, Sales Tax Filing, various accounting positions
Accountemps
01.2010 - 01.2012
Merchandising Accounts Payable, Bank Rec, Sales Tax Filing
Weekends Only – Webster Groves, MO
01.2008 - 01.2010
Senior Tax Preparer and Office Assistant (Seasonal)
Liberty Tax Service – St. Johns, MO
01.2004 - 01.2019
Accounting
Goldman Promotions – Maryland Heights, MO
01.1996 - 01.2008
Associate of Science - Accounting
St. Louis Community College
Associate of Art Degree - Business Administration
St. Louis Community College
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Missouri
Word Processing Specialist - Word Processing - Business Practices
Western Iowa Tech Community College