- Offering time and support to shelters for the homeless, women, and animals
- Participating in fundraising events to support local charities, schools, or community projects
Thomas Avery
Tempe,AZ
Summary
Experienced with financial analysis and reporting, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Utilizes knowledge of accounting software and financial regulations to streamline processes. Strong understanding of financial data analysis, budgeting, and tax preparation.
Adept at managing budgets, payroll, invoicing and general accounting functions. Instrumental in keeping business operations fully compliant and working within budgetary guidelines.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Accountant
Seeds for Autism
04.2021 - 09.2025
- Preparing financial information for Board resume Management.
- Streamlined budgeting processes by implementing efficient tracking systems.
- Prepared and analyzed monthly financial statements to support organizational planning.
- Enhanced reporting accuracy through implementation of advanced accounting software tools.
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
- Maintained accurate records of fixed assets, including acquisition costs, depreciation schedules, and current values for insurance purposes.
Nonprofit Financial Positions
Various
04.2015 - 04.2021
- Community Alliance Against Family Abuse- a Temporary position prior to a merger with A New Leaf.
- H & R Block - a Temporary position preparing tax returns
- Financial Accounting positions with a number of nonprofits - Desert Botanical Garden, Scottsdale Training and Rehabilitation Services, Arthritis Foundation, Camp Fire Greater Arizona-
- Managed financial records and ensured compliance with accounting standards.
- Mentored junior staff in accounting practices and software usage.
- Led audits to identify discrepancies and improve financial controls.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align financial goals with organizational objectives.
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
- Collaborated with external auditors during the annual audit process to provide necessary documentation and address any concerns or findings promptly.
Education
B.S. - Accounting, Political Science
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZMaster of Science - Nonprofit Studies
Arizona State University
Phoenix, AZ07-2020
Skills
- Accounting and bookkeeping
- Accounts payable and receivable
- Bank reconciliation
- Bookkeeping
- Quickbooks
- Financial statements expertise
- Funds management
- GAAP accounting
- Fixed asset management
- Internal controls
- Risk management
- Superior attention to detail
Accomplishments
Former Board member of Tempe Leadership and Scottsdale Leadership.
Former Board member of Tempe Community Action Agency
Affiliations
- Toastmasters
- Rotary International
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
- Arizona Society of CPAs
Certification
- CPA - Certified Public Accountant - Arizona
Interests
Timeline
Accountant
Seeds for Autism
04.2021 - 09.2025
Nonprofit Financial Positions
Various
04.2015 - 04.2021
B.S. - Accounting, Political Science
Arizona State University
Master of Science - Nonprofit Studies
Arizona State University
Professional Accomplishments
Previous Member of the Board of Tempe Leadership, Scottsdale Leadership, Tempe Community Action Agency