Objective:
To obtain a challenging accounting position with a reputable firm that will
enable me to use my strong organizational skills, extensive experience,
educational background, and ability to work well with people.
Education:
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona September 2010-
June 2012
. Bachelors of Science in Accounting (3.77 GPA, Cum Laude Honors)
. President's Honor List 2010-11, 2011-2012
. Dean's Honor List for 7 consecutive quarters
. 225 credits/150 semester credits completed
Pasadena City College, CA
September 2008- July 2010
. AA Degree in Business
Professional Work Experience:
Tax Accountant - Holthouse, Carlin & Van Trigt (Public CPA
Firm) July 2012-November 2012
Duties Performed:
. Tax Preparation (high net worth individual, corporate and
partnership returns)
. General journal adjusting entries for clients
. Estimates and Extensions
. Tax Software (GOSystems)
Staff Accountant- GalaGarza Tax & Accounting, Arcadia CA
(Private) December 2008-June 2012
December 2012-
August 2013
Duties Performed:
. Tax Preparation (Individual Returns and Corporate Returns)
. Accounts Receivable for clients
. Accounts Payable for clients
. Payroll Processing for clients
. Reconciliation of Bank Statements
. Preparation of Financial statements
. Preparation of Monthly, Quarterly and Yearly Reports
. Other general accounting tasks
. Tax Software (Drake)
Leadership:
VITA Volunteer (Group Leader) - VITA Program (Volunteer Income Tax
Assistance) January 2012-April 2012
Cal Poly Pomona
. Preparation of tax returns for low-income individuals, elderly
individuals or disabled individuals.
Summary of Qualifications:
. Proficient in QuickBooks, Excel, Word, PowerPoint and some Access.
. Excellent communication skills; Speak and write fluently in English
and Spanish
. Completed three tax courses (Individual, Corporations, Partnerships, S-
Corps, Estates/ Trusts and Exempt Entities)
. Completed advanced intermediate accounting courses with A's
. Proficient with 10-key
. Naturally self- motivated individual. I'm able to meet deadlines, work
well in group settings, manage numerous tasks and maintain a high
level of attention to detail