Accomplished Tax Specialist and Accountant with a proven track record at H&R Block and Florida Farm Bureau, adept in bank reconciliation and delivering exceptional customer service. Expertise in enhancing financial accuracy and tax compliance through strategic planning and meticulous record-keeping. Achieved a significant increase in cash flow by improving invoice processing and collections.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Accountant Clerk III
Florida Farm Bureau
02.2024 - Current
Ensured timely payments to vendors with diligent invoice processing and proactive communication.
Maintained strong relationships with clients, both internally and externally providing exceptional customer service and addressing inquiries regarding billing or account balances.
Reduced errors in data entry through careful verification of transactions and regular reconciliation of accounts.
Maintained account accuracy by reviewing and reconciling checks monthly.
Safeguarded company assets by implementing stringent internal controls within the accounting department.
Reconciled company bank, credit card and line of credit accounts, investigating, and resolving discrepancies to keep accounts audit-ready.
Ensured accuracy in inventory valuation through consistent monitoring and reconciliation of physical counts with accounting records.
Supported tax preparation efforts, gathering necessary documentation and maintaining accurate records throughout the year.
Increased cash flow by diligently managing accounts receivable and promptly following up on overdue invoices.
Processed payments and documents such as invoices, journal vouchers, employee reimbursements, and statements.
Processed credit card payments and reconciled credit card statements for accuracy in accounting process.
Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
Recorded deposits, reconciled monthly bank accounts and tracked expenses.
Account Clerk/Accounting Bookkeeper
Southern Escapes & Lawn Enforcement
03.2023 - 02.2024
Provided clerical support to department, such as filing, copying and restocking supplies.
Maintained compliance with all established guidelines and legal requirements.
Received and entered vendor bills,
Worked with vendors and management to resolve issues quickly.
Created and distributed invoices and processed incoming payments to keep records accurate and current.
Set up and updated Excel spreadsheets to track financial data.
Reconciled account information and reported figures in general ledger by comparing to bank account statement each month.
Tracked business revenue and expenditures and reconciled accounts to maintain high accuracy.
Tracked and documented expenses for budgetary purposes.
Assessed data and information to verify entry, calculation, and billing code accuracy.
Maintained accurate financial records through diligent reconciliation of accounts receivable and payable transactions on a weekly basis.
Reconciled system accounts against bank statements.
Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
Recorded deposits, reconciled monthly bank accounts and tracked expenses.
Created detailed expense reports to facilitate reimbursement for business expenses incurred.
Reconciled company bank, credit card and line of credit accounts, investigating, and resolving discrepancies to keep accounts audit-ready.
Ensured timely vendor payments by effectively managing accounts payable and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers.
Tax Specialist
H&R Block
01.2023 - 04.2023
Maintained thorough and current understanding of applicable tax laws.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless communication and coordination on tax-related matters.
Worked with individuals, trusts and companies to manage tax compliance and reporting needs.
Collected and submitted required tax payments.
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.
Prepared accurate and timely federal, state, and local income tax returns for individuals, businesses, and non-profit organizations.
Advised clients on best practices for managing their finances to minimize future tax liabilities while maximizing deductions and credits available to them.
Assisted clients in reducing tax liabilities through strategic financial planning.
Maintained complete records of client tax returns and supporting documentation in secured areas.
Contacted IRS or other relevant government organizations on behalf of client to address issues related to tax self-preparation.
Reviewed clients tax filing papers thoroughly to determine eligibility for additional tax credits or deductions.
Tax Specialist
H&r Block
01.2022 - 04.2022
Maintained thorough and current understanding of applicable tax laws.
Collected and submitted required tax payments.
Managed tax submissions and made sure all information complied with regulations.
Prepared accurate and timely federal, state, and local income tax returns for individuals, businesses, and non-profit organizations.
Communicated with clients regarding tax situations, providing guidance on financial decisions.
Jackson County Farm Bureau Secretary at Florida Farm Bureau- Kenneth StoutamireJackson County Farm Bureau Secretary at Florida Farm Bureau- Kenneth Stoutamire