Craig Bruce
*** ****** **., ***** ******, PA ****2
***.*****@*****.***
Career Objective
Meticulous entry-level accountant and Master's candidate eager to
contribute skills and knowledge toward actively supporting operations of a
progressive organization seeking a driven and productive team member
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Profile
> Strong academic background in accounting and knowledge regarding
functions including A/P and A/R, balancing the general ledger, payroll
reporting, daily banking and reconciliation, and income taxation
> Accurately prepare invoices, bills, credit memos and payments, collection
reports, checks, balance sheets, and financial statements and reports
> Provide outstanding customer service through efficient research and
resolution of potential issues; possess sharp analytical aptitude and
problem-solving capabilities
> Successfully maintain detailed database and filing systems; facilitate
timely processing of internal and external requests
> Ensure compliance with corporate policies and procedures as well as
government laws and regulations regarding the handling of sensitive
information
> Dynamic organization, prioritization and time management skills; keen eye
for detail and emphasis on accuracy
> Proactive team player equally effective in independent and collaborative
environments; proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint,
Access)
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Education & Credentials
Chatham University, Pittsburgh, PA Anticipated graduation December
2011
Studies toward Master of Accounting
~ Graduate Coursework ~
Advanced Tax Accounting ~ Cost Accounting ~ Federal Tax Accounting ~
Financial Accounting I & II ~ Intermediate Accounting I & II ~ Managerial
Accounting ~ Not-For-Profit and Governmental Accounting.
University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA 2005
Bachelor of Economics
~ Licensure ~
Series 7 & 65 NASD Licenses
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Professional Experience
Allegheny Investments, Pittsburgh, PA 5/07 - Present
Head Trader
. Provide critical support for investment advisors at this financial
planning and investment management firm
. Accurately and efficiently process domestic and international trades,
verify payments, credit / debit client accounts, transfer funds
between accounts, process wire transfers, and monitor margin accounts
to avoid overdrafts
. Serve as liaison for Allegheny Investments and National Financial
Services; investigate and resolve any cost basis issues
. Ensure compliance with all regulatory guidelines and corporate
policies
Chatham University, Pittsburgh, PA 01/11 - Present
Tutor
. Assist students with questions pertaining to accounting and finance
class material
. Review homework problems and provide test preparation
Max & Erma's Restaurant, Pittsburgh, PA 1/06 - 5/07
Assistant Store Manager
. Performed a broad scope of operational management functions, including
overseeing expenditures, implementing cost controls, reducing waste,
and financial analysis
. Recruited, hired, trained, scheduled, and managed staff