Valencia Clarkson
Fayetteville,NC
Summary
Experienced recruiting leader well-versed in finding qualified candidates to close workforce gaps. Proficient in both offline and online recruitment strategies. Desiring a long-term position with the opportunity to grow with the team.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Tax Manager
Liberty Tax Service
Fayetteville, NC
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Ensured timely payment of taxes owed by clients.
- Developed strategies to minimize client's overall tax liabilities while staying within the boundaries of applicable law.
- Researched new legislation that affects taxes due from individuals or businesses.
- Developed and implemented financial strategies to maximize profits and reduce costs.
- Prepared and filed corporate, trust, partnership, and individual income tax returns.
- Recommended methods for improving processes related to taxation matters.
- Trained staff members in proper procedures for filing returns and preparing documents required by regulatory agencies.
- Reviewed and analyzed financial statements to determine tax liability.
- Monitored changes in local, state and federal taxation laws.
Registered Behavior Technician
HealthPRO Heritage
Fayetteville, NC
08.2023 - 09.2024
- Ensured safety protocols were followed at all times during therapy sessions.
- Maintained accurate records of all sessions conducted with students.
- Cultivated relationships with patients, discussing ways to help improve overall health while alleviating self-harm practices.
- Collaborated with doctors, psychologists or therapists in working with patient treatments.
- Led individual and group therapy supporting prescribed procedures.
- Instructed staff members on how to implement behavioral interventions and utilize positive reinforcement strategies effectively.
- Provided direct one-on-one instruction to children with autism in a variety of settings.
- Engaged students through play activities while incorporating therapeutic techniques.
Area Manager
Jackson Hewitt
Fayetteville, NC
02.2022 - 04.2023
- Streamlined operational efficiencies by successfully hiring top talent driving productivity.
- Oversaw the recruitment process for new staff members including interviewing and training.
- Conferred with technical and administrative staff to devise and implement corrective actions.
- Conducted market research and reported on competitors.
- Collaborated with other departments such as Human Resources or Marketing on initiatives related to Area Management duties.
- Authored and updated production reports and personnel records to facilitate operational decisions.
- Supported sales team members to drive growth and development.
- Boosted team morale and overall revenues by creating and implementing sales contests.
- Led sales planning, development and account management to grow existing accounts and establish new sales accounts.
Senior Tax Manager
Prestige Tax Services
Fayetteville, NC
12.2012 - 04.2020
- Identified and resolved complex tax issues.
- Met internal and external deadlines for tax filings, monthly accounting close and quarterly financial reporting.
- Conducted research on a variety of complex tax matters in order to provide advice on potential solutions.
- Provided guidance to clients regarding the implications of new or proposed legislation on their businesses.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of applicable rules and regulations by attending seminars and training sessions regularly.
- Streamlined operational efficiencies by successfully hiring top talent driving productivity.
- Oversaw the recruitment process for new staff members including interviewing and training.
- Conferred with technical and administrative staff to devise and implement corrective actions.
- Implemented new processes and procedures tactfully and passionately.
Education
Associate of Arts - Education
Fayetteville Technical Community College
Fayetteville, NC05-2019
Associate of Arts - Paralegal Studies
Fayetteville Technical Community College
Fayetteville, NC05-2019
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Fayetteville State University
Fayetteville, NCBachelor of Science - Psychology
Fayetteville State University
Fayetteville, NCSkills
- Problem solving
- Employee training
- Parent and caregiver training
- Recruitment strategy
- Staff training
- Team leadership
- Interviewing
- Recruitment and hiring
- Employee recognition programs
- Team management
Timeline
Tax Manager
Liberty Tax Service
01.2024 - 04.2024
Registered Behavior Technician
HealthPRO Heritage
08.2023 - 09.2024
Area Manager
Jackson Hewitt
02.2022 - 04.2023
Senior Tax Manager
Prestige Tax Services
12.2012 - 04.2020
Associate of Arts - Education
Fayetteville Technical Community College
Associate of Arts - Paralegal Studies
Fayetteville Technical Community College
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Fayetteville State University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Fayetteville State University
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