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THOMAS A JOHNSON JR

Kansas City,KS

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education

Work History

REMOTE ACCOUNTING ASSOCIATE

ENGLISH FOR A LIFETIME LANGUAGE INSTITUTE
Atlanta, Georgia
02.2018 - Current
  • Analyzed financial statements to identify cost-saving opportunities, reducing expenses by $50K annually
  • Investigated and resolved billing issues to maximize cash flow and minimize liabilities.
  • Presented audit results to management teams, delivering information in non-technical terms for easy understanding.
  • Assisted clients in determining business strategy and achieving profitability goals.
  • Maximized tax refunds by striving to obtain taxable income, deductible expenses and allowance details.

CONTRACT BROKERAGE ACCOUNT ANALYST

WADDELL & REED
Overland Park, Kansas
02.2018 - 05.2018
  • Analyzed client accounts to identify trends and provide insights.
  • Prepared detailed reports on account performance and market conditions.
  • Collaborated with financial advisors to enhance client services and solutions.
  • Engaged with clients to address inquiries and resolve account-related issues.
  • Handled accounts payable and receivable, including invoicing and payment processing.

CONTRACT INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT OPEARTIONS ANALYST

STATE STREET
Kansas City, Missouri
12.2012 - 09.2013
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline operational processes and improve efficiency.
  • Conducted research on industry best practices to inform strategic planning efforts.
  • Maintained accurate records of all data collected during analysis processes.
  • Implemented strategies for automating organizational processes.
  • Evaluated needs of departments and delegated tasks to optimize overall production.

TAX PREPARER

RA TAX & ACCOUNTING
Lenexa, KS
01.2012 - 04.2012
  • Reviewed clients tax filing papers thoroughly to determine eligibility for additional tax credits or deductions.
  • Maintained complete records of client tax returns and supporting documentation in secured areas.
  • Offered clients recommendations to reduce tax liabilities.
  • Prepared tax returns, extensions, tax planning calculations, and write-ups for organizations and entities.

TAX RESEARCH SPECIALIST

H&R BLOCK
Kansas City, MO
12.2010 - 04.2011
  • Supported tax preparers in quarterly and annual federal and state tax compliance; conducted taxation research, analyzed financial data, and guided tax-planning strategies for national clientele, including corporations, partnerships, and individuals
  • Recognized by management for extensive ability to target research and provide accurate tax advise based on current law

ACCOUNTING ASSOCIATE

ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY
Phoenix, AZ
05.2008 - 08.2009
  • Reconciled account information and reported figures in general ledger by comparing to bank account statement each month
  • Executed treasury functions, including cash flow management, journal entries, and monthly financial reporting in compliance with GAAP
    •Prepared and managed monthly and annual budgets for operations, overhead expenditures and miscellaneous costs. Administered up to $20M in annual funds
    •Established written desktop procedures with an incorporated checklist that improved communications between financial services and business managers, reducing miscommunication

TAX PREPARER

RONI DEUTCH TAX CENTER
Phoenix, AZ
01.2008 - 04.2009
  • Maintained complete records of client tax returns and supporting documentation in secured areas.
  • Offered clients recommendations to reduce tax liabilities.

FUND ACCOUNTANT III

STATE STREET
Kansas City, MO
12.2005 - 09.2007
  • Liaised with tax auditors and preparers to communicate fund details.
  • Resolved cash exceptions, evaluating impact on overall account status and reporting findings to stakeholders.
  • Calculated funds' net asset value on equities and cash equivalents basis as appropriate.
  • Reconciled daily trading transactions to ascertain necessary month-end adjustment measures.

TAX PREPARER/OFFICE MANAGER

JACKSON HEWITT TAX SERVICE
Kansas City, MO
01.2007 - 04.2007

• Managed team of 6, solidifying scheduling and delegating assignments to optimize customer service during high-volume periods; mandated training exercises in policies and customer relationship protocol
• Enhanced client interview process while gathering information, eliminating redundant questions to reduce response times by average of 5 minutes; implemented new methods at 3 additional offices

Education

MBA - Business Administration

Keller Graduate School of Management
Kansas City, MO

Bachelor of Arts - ACCOUNTING & BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION- FINANCE

PARK UNIVERSITY
Parkville, MO

CERTIFICATE - CYBERSECURITY

COLORADO STATE UNIVERSITY GLOBAL
DENVER , CO
02.2025 - 08.2026

Summary

Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Timeline

CERTIFICATE - CYBERSECURITY

COLORADO STATE UNIVERSITY GLOBAL
02.2025 - 08.2026

REMOTE ACCOUNTING ASSOCIATE

ENGLISH FOR A LIFETIME LANGUAGE INSTITUTE
02.2018 - Current

CONTRACT BROKERAGE ACCOUNT ANALYST

WADDELL & REED
02.2018 - 05.2018

CONTRACT INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT OPEARTIONS ANALYST

STATE STREET
12.2012 - 09.2013

TAX PREPARER

RA TAX & ACCOUNTING
01.2012 - 04.2012

TAX RESEARCH SPECIALIST

H&R BLOCK
12.2010 - 04.2011

ACCOUNTING ASSOCIATE

ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY
05.2008 - 08.2009

TAX PREPARER

RONI DEUTCH TAX CENTER
01.2008 - 04.2009

TAX PREPARER/OFFICE MANAGER

JACKSON HEWITT TAX SERVICE
01.2007 - 04.2007

FUND ACCOUNTANT III

STATE STREET
12.2005 - 09.2007

MBA - Business Administration

Keller Graduate School of Management

Bachelor of Arts - ACCOUNTING & BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION- FINANCE

PARK UNIVERSITY
THOMAS A JOHNSON JR