Samuel Easty
Duluth,MN
Summary
I am currently an associate accountant at MMKR with a primary focus on auditing. I have previously worked as an avionics technician at the 148th Fighter Wing with a total of over six years of experience. I have six months of technical training at Sheppard Air Force Base and eight months of on the job training at the 148th Fighter Wing. I have graduated Lake Superior College in 2019 with my associates degree and earned my Bachelors in Accounting at the University of Minnesota Duluth in July 2022. I have job experience with auditing, legal compliance concepts, financial reporting, taxes, training, leadership and balancing budgets in my recent job as an associate accountant and previous work with the VITA program while attending the University of Minnesota Duluth.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Accountant
MMKR
10.2022 - 01.2024
- Analyzed data and findings to prepare reports detailing financial information.
- Performed observations and evaluated supporting documents to supplement audit findings.
- Compadre budgets prepared by the clients to actual revenues and expenses using analytics.
- Guide new employees on the process of using the company's accounting software to complete audit and tax procedures.
- Leading audits involving working with the lead partners and being in charge of other staff accountants.
- Work with partners to create a schedule and time budget to ensure proper distribution and time spent for each audit section.
- Providing positive feedback to other accountants with review comments and showing visual examples.
- Perform periodic employee reviews with other accountants and partners in order to improve the firm's overall performance.
- Distributed work assignments to other accountants with guide from the lead partner and managers.
- Reviewed old inefficient auditing processes and made new implementations to create a more streamline process.
- Administered auditing software using Engagement and Microsoft Office to address risks and evaluate compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Interpreted state and federal laws, accepted auditing principles and procedures and program standards to audited materials and data to detect non-compliance and facilitate recommendations.
- Was able to work with 15-20 different clients for each season of auditing
Integrated Avionics Technician
148th Fighter Wing
08.2016 - 02.2023
- Completed preventive and reparative maintenance on aircraft electronics and computer systems.
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled inspections to check flight readiness of aircraft.
- Verified data integrity and accuracy.
- Copied, logged and scanned supporting documentation.
- Obtained documents, clearances, certificates and approvals from local, state and federal agencies.
- General knowledge of tools used on job.
- Used strategies learned from ALS in order to lead maintenance tasks and orientations.
- Deployed on April 2022 through July 2022
Voluntary Income Tax Assist (VITA) Accountant
IRS/Universit Of Minnesota Duluth
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Prepared federal and state income tax returns for low income individuals and families.
- Provided financial planning advice with clients who struggled to keep a balanced budget.
- Demonstrated individuals how to increase their W-2 withholdings to eliminate paying taxes on next years returns.
- Cooperated with IRS guidelines for the VITA program to ensure returns were prepared correctly.
- Helped other preparers to properly use the tax software in order to complete client returns.
- Performed returns voluntarily, could not accept cash of gifts for any services provided.
Youth Basketball Coach
Playmakers AAU Basketball
04.2018 - 07.2019
- Provided instruction to children and youth in fundamentals of basketball.
- Implemented exercise programs and training strategies to bolster individual and team performance.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills and strengths and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Prepared athletes for special competitions and tournaments.
Office Janitor
NRE Engineering
01.2016 - 05.2017
- Worked with building managers to assess ongoing needs and plan preventive maintenance and cleaning schedules
- Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows and dusting.
- Performed the duty once a week while in high school
Childcare Worker
Hermantown Community Church
09.2014 - 05.2017
- Instructed children in health and personal habits.
- Monitored each student’s educational progress with individualized charts and files.
- Maintained child-friendly environment with access to outdoor activities.
- Consistently enforced disciplinary limits for structured environments conducive to learning.
- 8 years child care experience.
Education
Bachelor of Accountancy -
University of Minnesota-Duluth
Duluth, Minnesota07.2022
ALS Certificate - Airman Leadership School
Airman Leadership School
Duluth, MN01.2021
Associate of Arts -
Lake Superior College
Duluth, Minnesota05.2019
Integrated Avionics Certificate - General Avionics/F-16 Integrated Avionics
Sheppard AFB
Wichita Falls, Texas2018
BMT Certificate -
Basic Military Training
San Antonio, Texas08.2017
High School Diploma -
Lakeview Christian Academy
Duluth, Minnesota05.2017
Skills
- Auditing Reporting and Documentation
- Microsoft Word and Excel Proficiency
- CCH Engagement and Document Proficiency
- Advanced Computer Skills
- Team Engagement
- Report Creation
- Teaching Accounting Programs to New Hires
- Aircraft Maintenance Experience
- Leading Jobs during Guard Drill Periods
- Deep Understanding of GAAP
Timeline
Associate Accountant
MMKR
10.2022 - 01.2024
Voluntary Income Tax Assist (VITA) Accountant
IRS/Universit Of Minnesota Duluth
01.2022 - 04.2022
Youth Basketball Coach
Playmakers AAU Basketball
04.2018 - 07.2019
Integrated Avionics Technician
148th Fighter Wing
08.2016 - 02.2023
Office Janitor
NRE Engineering
01.2016 - 05.2017
Childcare Worker
Hermantown Community Church
09.2014 - 05.2017
Bachelor of Accountancy -
University of Minnesota-Duluth
ALS Certificate - Airman Leadership School
Airman Leadership School
Associate of Arts -
Lake Superior College
Integrated Avionics Certificate - General Avionics/F-16 Integrated Avionics
Sheppard AFB
BMT Certificate -
Basic Military Training
High School Diploma -
Lakeview Christian Academy
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