Mark Wells

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Driven, self-motivated graduate student with aspirations of becoming a CPA. Currently working towards MBA and MPAcc. Exceptional detail-oriented skills, punctual, and able to preserve a high level of discretion. Efficient in meeting deadlines and with a strong desire to learn. Proficient in creating, building, and sustaining relationships not only with colleagues but also with clients.

Education

University of West Georgia, Carrollton, GA

Master of Business Administration and Professional Accounting: May 2021, GPA 3.66

University of West Georgia, Carrollton, GA

Bachelor of Science in Accounting: May 2019

Experience

Coach Parson Tax Service, Villa Rica, GA

Bookkeeper and Tax Preparer, July 2019- April 2020

Proficient with Drake Accounting Software and Drake Tax Software

Display excellent customer service while attending to the needs of clients, both individuals and businesses

Prepare income tax returns for individuals (1040)

Maintain a Chart of Accounts for several businesses ranging from $100,000 to $10 million in annual sales revenue in industries ranging from wholesale distribution to manufacturing

Inputting invoices and purchase orders to update Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable on a daily basis

Preparing quarterly (941) and annual (1065,1120, 1120S, 940) tax returns for business clients

Support live and after-the-fact payroll for several clients

Updating employee information for timely and accurate withholding

Making timely tax payments (payroll, sales, and corporate tax) both federal and state

Assist in problem solving and discovering workable solutions

Support management in creating plans to further help our clients and developing price plans for new clients

Comfortability in maintaining client relations and keeping constant contact

Fundamental knowledge of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles)

University of West Georgia, Carrollton, GA

Supplementary Instruction Leader, January 2019-May 2019

Assisting students learning Principals of Accounting II (2102 - Managerial Accounting)

Encourage student improvement and promote critical thinking and analytical abilities through problem solving and examination

Utilize tools from lectures to problem examples to increase student retention and comprehension

Expected to work efficiently under minimal supervision

Maintaining a time log and weekly session planners

Hold regular office hours for assisting students with their immediate needs

Attending class to further understand certain Managerial Accounting topics and build rapport with students

Waffle House, Inc., Carrollton, GA

Master Grill Operator, June 2017- December 2018

Prepare food for customers accurately, safely and promptly

Comfortable dealing with short deadlines

Correct errors immediately, regardless of fault, to insure a great customer experience

Attend to other assigned duties to ensure effective smooth operation

Preparation of peak hours to expedite transactions and create a more efficient workspace

Demonstrate strong leadership and teamwork skills

Exhibit exceptional multitasking abilities

Act as an overnight manager, responsible for salesperson management and petty cash maintenance

Awards and Achievements

Richards College of Business- Dean’s Council of Student Leaders

Representative for the MBA student body

Holds a PTIN for tax preparation purposes

Member of the National Tax Preparer Society

Related Coursework

ACCT 6264- Data Analytics Tool- Tableau Software, Microsoft Access and Excel

This course covers a rudimentary outline for utilizing the Tableau Software to analyze data and Microsoft Excel as a base to help build databases.

MGNT 4660- Strategic Management- Importance of Teamwork Between Core Business Areas

This course gives insight into the interconnectivity of different administrative segments (Marketing, Human Resources, Accounting, Management). Through simulation and competition, students develop skills to run their businesses based around business management decisions that affect their stock price. My team finished with the highest stock price, due to diligent market study and opportune placement.

ACCT 4261- Auditing

This course covers the standards, ethics, and legal responsibilities of the public accounting profession and emphasizes the preparation of audit reports.

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