Samuel Edwards, CPA
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Certified Public Accountant with 6+ years of experience in public accounting and 2+ years of management experience as current partner in an accounting firm. Highly skilled with a demonstrated knowledge of accounting practices, taxation and financial reporting. Proven track record in business development and growth as current firm has grown 15% each year since joining the firm. Relocating to Florida with my family and seeking a job which utilizes my accounting skills and certification in private accounting.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Tax Manager
Edwards Thomas Group LLC
01.2022 - Current
- Review of monthly and quarterly financial reporting including posting of adjusting journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations and budget variance analysis.
- Development and management of annual budgets including monthly spending analysis, historical trend comparison. forecasting and budget presentations for various clients.
- Oversight and training of junior staff to prepare monthly financial statements, resolve discrepancies and maximize overall team efficiency.
- Review and preparation of individual and business income tax returns (including partnerships, S-corps, Corporations, Non-profits, Estates and Trusts).
- Mentoring junior staff members in tax concepts and best practices, fostering professional growth and overall team development.
- Oversight of all financial reporting aspects related to taxes and financial statements to provide accurate information for decision-making purposes.
- Reduced clients' tax liability with strategic tax planning and thorough research on applicable regulations.
- Identified impactful regulations and incorporated changes to comply with new requirements.
- Business networking professional in local community with other business owners.
- Since beginning my partnership, the firm has average a 15% annual growth rate.
Staff Accountant
Edwards Thomas Group LLC
01.2018 - 12.2021
- Maintained general ledger accuracy through regular account reconciliations, journal entry adjustments, and transaction reviews.
- Monitored accounts receivable, accounts payable and other account balances to track activities, locate discrepancies and maintain accuracy.
- Prepared and processed journal entries to record in general ledger and maintain consistent documentation within accounting records.
- Managed accounts payable processing, ensuring timely payments to vendors while maximizing cash flow management strategies.
- Collaborated with team members on annual budget preparation with variance analysis reporting each quarter.
- Monitored cash flow closely to ensure sufficient funds were available for operational needs.
Education
Master of Science - Accounting
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Clemson University
Clemson, SC05.2018
Skills
- Budgeting - Projection and Variance Reporting
- Tax Preparation
- Month-end reporting
- Staff Management - Training and Development
- Microsoft Office - Skilled in Excel
- Accounts Receivable & Accounts Payable
- Payroll Management
- Cash Flow Management
- Bank account reconciliations
- General ledger accounting
- Detailed-Oriented
- QuickBooks Pro-Advisor
Certification
- CPA - Certified Public Accountant - Licensed CPA in the State of South Carolina
Timeline
Senior Tax Manager
Edwards Thomas Group LLC
01.2022 - Current
Staff Accountant
Edwards Thomas Group LLC
01.2018 - 12.2021
Master of Science - Accounting
Liberty University
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Clemson University
- CPA - Certified Public Accountant - Licensed CPA in the State of South Carolina
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