Accountant and Emergency Communications
Resume:
Leiton K. Powell
Evans, CO
*******@*******.***
https://www.linkedin.com/in/leitonpowell/
Experienced accounting, bookkeeping, and tax preparation business owner using Servant Leadership approach seeking opportunity to lead a team taking what I have learned these industries and advancing the experiences to others working the front lines today and watching them achieve their goals. My major accomplishments include:
Leader in starting up three businesses, one emergency communications center, and intake call center for public transit during recent pandemic.
Recognized and awarded for exceptional work during high stress events.
Implemented new processes, systems, and programs to make work and management more efficient.
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Skills
Financial Reporting
Budgeting
QuickBooks
Xero
Servant Leadership
Personnel Management
Customer Relations
Safety and Risk Root Cause Analysis
Process Improvement
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Experience
LP Consulting, LLC / Owner
FEB 2001 - PRESENT, Evans, CO
Accounting, Bookkeeping, Financial and Management Consulting Services, Policy and SOP review and writing, Notary Public, Photography and Asset Documentation Services.
Developed and maintained financial and business management services for established and new clientele in various industries including non-profit, construction, farming, and manufacturing.
Worked directly with clients to achieve maximum returns on their income tax returns and develop strategies to implement to minimize their tax liability the following years.
Implemented computerized accounting records for church assisting in tracking membership giving and disbursements to appropriate accounts, taking them away from inefficient pen and paper practice.
Consulted with Pastoral staff when church growth reached a stage for more formal bookkeeping and accounting process.
City of Greeley Mobility Services / Mobility Operations Supervisor
NOV 2016 – JAN 2025, Greeley, CO
Oversee day-to-day operations for city public transportation system (Greeley Evans Transit - GET) including daily dispatch operations, daily scheduling of 50+ operators, weekly interactions with Human Resources Department, and monthly interactions with other city departments and advisory boards.
Lead team in determining eligibility of customers applying for ADA Paratransit Service providing insight to ADA policies and regulations.
Evaluate and update policies and SOPs when changes in business dictate the need to change practices.
Assist Mobility Manager with monitoring expenditure budget $4.5M, procurement of FTA funded goods and services, and future service planning.
Work alongside Safety Supervisor with accident and incident reviews and conducting root cause analysis to identify trends and training opportunities.
Started an inbound call center to adapt service level changes due to COVID-19 pandemic including securing phones and computers and developed processes and policies.
Banner Health / Emergency Services Communications Supervisor
MAY 2010 - JUL 2016, Greeley, CO
Communications Director of the aeromedical communications center overseeing ten communications specialists including evaluations, training, coaching, counseling, scheduling, and other supervisory duties.
Created policies and procedures in new communications center in 2010.
Worked with Program Manager and flight team in moving the communications center forward and being an integral component of the program’s impeccable 35-year safety record.
Developed and presented regular education and training opportunities for communications specialists.
Developed and presented informational presentations for other E-911 centers about our services and how we can work together as a team to assist first responders in treating and transporting their critical patient(s).
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Education
College America / Bachelor of Science: Business Management
SEP 2009 - JAN 2012, Ft. Collins, CO
Magna Cum Laude (3.85 GPA)
Multi-Period Dean’s List
Alpha Beta Kappa Member
Coursework in Management and Accounting
Collaborated in startup of school store business
Aims Community College / Associate of Arts: Criminal Justice
AUG 1993 - MAY 1996, Greeley, CO
Multi-Period Dean’s List (3.5 GPA)
Coursework in obtaining both A.A. and A.A.S. degrees in Criminal Justice.
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Awards and Certifications
Former QuickBooks Online and Desktop Pro Advisor
Former Xero Advisor
Certified CPR/First Aid/AED Instructor
Multiple Award for Employee of the Year (2004, 2005, 2022)
2022 Emerging Leader Academy Graduate (CTAA)
Certified Safety and Security Officer (CSSO)
Lean Six-Sigma Yellow Belt
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