John Harrigan
P.O. Box **** • Truckee, CA ***** • 530-***-**** • ********@*****.***
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SUMMARY
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Organized, detail oriented, and focused
Experience with Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, PowerPoint
Great team player
Dedicated and hardworking; Multi-tasker
EDUCATION
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, Graduated March 2010
o Bachelor of Science, Business Administration Major GPA: 3.41
o Concentration: Accounting
California State University International Program
o Study Abroad: Florence, Italy Aug. ’07 – Jun. ‘08
SENIOR PROJECT
Voluntary Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Jan. ’10 – Mar. ‘10
Provided free tax assistance to community resident’s whom paid assistance maybe out of reach, those who are non-English
speaking, persons with disabilities, those with a low to moderate income, the elderly, and other individuals with special needs
Gained knowledge and experience in the practice and preparation of California and federal income tax returns
Learned increased communication skills through client interviews accompanied with a journal of my experiences
Became familiar with the general populations understanding of the tax laws, and the problems they face in complying with its
provisions
WORK EXPERIENCE
Central Pacific Ski Club, Inc., San Luis Obispo, CA Mar. ’09 – Mar. ‘10
Vice President/CFO
Helped lead the organization to the most successful year in its 69-year history
o Increased customer sales by 14% in one year (1,132 to 1,289)
o Increased net value by 303% in one year ($9,000 to $36,300)
Performed essential financial activities including but not limited to budgets, balance sheets, income statements, and taxes for
more than $300,000 throughout the year
One of nine board members who promoted team work and open communication as a necessity for our success
Alpine Club, Truckee, CA Nov. ’10 – Apr. ‘11
Ski Valet
Provided a private ski check for over 500 members and guests
Often responsible for single-handedly opening and closing the club
Required strong organization and communication skills, and the ability to work well under pressure in a timely fashion
Old Greenwood Golf Course, Truckee, CA May ’05 – Oct. ‘10
Outside Services
Duties included greeting customers, prepping and washing golf carts, cleaning customers clubs, providing customers with useful
information and answering any questions that may arise
Developed strong customer service skills along with the keen ability to work efficiently and multi-task
Created a fun, personalized experience for every customer
Fireside Pizza Co., Truckee, CA – Line Cook Nov. ’10 – Jan. ‘11
Young Men’s Christian Association, San Luis Obispo, CA – Gym Supervisor Nov. ’08 – Mar. ‘10
HONORS AND ACTIVITIES
Member of Cal Poly Accounting Club Member of Cal Poly Golf Club
Tri-California Wildflower Triathlon Volunteer Manager Deans List – Fall ‘07
REFERENCES: Available upon request