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Tara McGlothlin

Lufkin,TX

Summary

Results-driven Senior Associate with expertise in training and mentoring teams. Proven track record in leading audit engagements and delivering impactful financial reports that enhance operational efficiencies.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Associate

Carr Riggs & Ingram
Lufkin, TX
02.2020 - Current
  • Led audit engagements, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and firm policies.
  • Mentored junior associates, fostering professional development and enhancing team performance.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify operational efficiencies and implement best practices.
  • Developed and presented audit reports, effectively communicating complex financial information.
  • Conducted risk assessments to identify areas for improvement in client operations and controls.
  • Managed multiple client accounts, ensuring timely deliverables and high-quality service standards.
  • Effectively managed multiple competing priorities while maintaining focus on delivering exceptional results for clients and the organization.
  • Implemented process improvements that led to significant time savings and increased accuracy in deliverables.
  • Consistently maintained strong relationships with clients, ensuring clear communication and timely updates on project progress.
  • Trained and supported new team members, maintaining culture of collaboration.
  • Mentored junior associates, fostering professional growth and helping them reach their full potential.

Accountant

Acorn Forestry
Lufkin, TX
06.2019 - 01.2020

• Conducted job cost analysis to evaluate efficiency and profitability

• Managed invoicing on all jobs

• Managed accounts payable

• Processed timber payouts for clients

• Processed weekly payroll for 30-40 employees

• Filed quarterly and annual federal and state payroll reports

• Reconciled bank and credit card statements on a monthly basis

Staff Accountant

Sandra D. Sorrell CPA
Lufkin, TX
04.2019 - 06.2019

- Key and reconcile client accounts using QuickBooks, NetSuite, and Sage.
- Analyze and compile client financial statements.
- Prepare quarterly payroll tax reports for clients.
- Prepare franchise tax returns for clients.

Executive Assistant/Accounting Specialist

National Pavement (Parker Line Striping, Inc.)
De Kalb Junction, NY
01.2017 - 06.2019

- Oversight of reporting, classification, and summarization of all transactions in QuickBooks.
- Created and analyzed financial statements on a monthly basis.
- Processed weekly payroll for 10 to 30 employees.
- Filed quarterly & annual federal and state payroll reports.
- Reconciled bank and credit card statements on a monthly basis.
- Invoiced approximately 500 jobs annually.
- Received customer payments and monitored Accounts Receivable.
- Managed Accounts Payable, ensuring all company bills were paid in a timely manner.
- Conducted job cost analysis to evaluate efficiency and profitability.
- Provided professional advice & training regarding accounting and financial topics.
- Assisted in various administrative tasks as needed, such as project management & trade show planning.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Financial Information & Analysis

Clarkson University
Potsdam, NY
12-2017

Skills

  • Training and mentoring
  • Performance monitoring
  • Team leadership
  • Team supervision
  • Project management
  • Proficient in Excel
  • Financial statements expertise
  • Bookkeeping
  • Account reconciliation
  • Attention to detail
  • Decision-making
  • Preparing reports

Certification

CPA Candidate

Timeline

Senior Associate

Carr Riggs & Ingram
02.2020 - Current

Accountant

Acorn Forestry
06.2019 - 01.2020

Staff Accountant

Sandra D. Sorrell CPA
04.2019 - 06.2019

Executive Assistant/Accounting Specialist

National Pavement (Parker Line Striping, Inc.)
01.2017 - 06.2019

Bachelor of Science - Financial Information & Analysis

Clarkson University