GERALD WILLIAMS
Houston, TX 832-***-**** **********@*****.***
Career Summary
Recent College Graduate with a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting and over 2 years’ experience as a Public Accountant. I am well versed with the inner workings of corporate sector business and have utilized my skills to improve functionality. I have proven my ability to train and lead diverse teams in accounting and management systems using skills in communication, analysis, and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. My goal is to learn my trade and utilize my skills to contribute to the accounting profession.
Professional Skills
Tax Accounting
Forecasting
Reconciliations
General Ledger
Detailed & Organized
Training & Development
Management
Written & Verbal Skills
MS Office Suite
Active Listener
Professional Experience
Tax Preparation Specialist
Refund Republic Houston, TX Dec 2014 – June 2016
Counseled clients on maximizing their taxable income and deductible expenses by offering a variety of options for each Individual. I assisted over 150 clients and arranged 450,000 in refunds.
Determine the taxes owed by computing figures, followed the tax form instructions and tax tables. Confirms all amounts in system for accuracy.
Proactively networked to market business and develop a larger Client base. My efforts added an additional 25% increase in clients and elevated company revenue by 30%.
Shadow Accountant
Hyatt Regency Houston, TX MAY 2014 – JAN 2015
Observed & Audited Monthly budgets to preserve Company’s resources, and to confirm accuracy of system data for Financial Forecasting.
Processed cash receipts, journal entries, and disbursements for month end close procedures. Develop and maintain reports and files on assets and liability account balances.
Conducted research, compiled data, and prepared papers for consideration and presentation by Controller, and Accounting Management.
Supervisor
AbClean Industrial Services Houston, TX Sep 2008 – Nov 2012
Directed the disposal of highly sensitive material to ensure no security breach, and protection of company’s assets.
Adhered to State & Federal Safety regulations by auditing processes, and reports from accounting personnel.
Plan and direct staffing, training, and performance evaluations to develop and control sales and service programs.
Education
University of Houston- Downtown, Houston, TX
Bachelor of Business Administration- Accounting Dec 2015
Houston Community College, Houston, TX
Associates of Art May 2013
Certifications
University of Houston- Main, Houston, TX
Entrepreneurship Certificate Dec 2013
Houston Community College, Houston,TX
Electrical Power And Technology Certificate Aug 2012
Awards and Honors
Dean’s List Recipient “Spring 2010- Fall 2015”.
Chosen Professional to experience a great Internship; “Shadow Program”.
Recognized verbally for my great work ethic and determination to exceed while making a difference.
Memberships
Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society Lifetime Member, Member since Spring 2011.