Entry-Level Accountant with Forensic Interest

RISHANNI GARRETT

Brooklyn, NY • 718-***-**** • *************@*****.*** • linkedin.com/in/rishanni-garrett EDUCATION

Baruch College – Zicklin School of Business, Manhattan, NY Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting, Minor in Economics GPA: 3.10 Aug 2023 – Aug 2025

John Jay College of Criminal Justice, Manhattan, NY Bachelor of Science in Fraud Examination and Financial Forensics GPA: 3.0 Nov 2025 – Present

EXPERIENCE

Jay’s Money Angle, Brooklyn, NY

Accounting Assistant (Bookkeeping) June 2024 – Aug 2024

• Conducted financial statement analysis for small businesses to assess cash flow and resource allocation.

• Identified cost-saving opportunities and provided data-driven recommendations.

• Supported clients with ledger organization and monthly reconciliations. CVS Pharmacy, Brooklyn, NY

Pharmacy Technician / Front Store Associate Feb 2025 – Present

• Processed sensitive prescription data in compliance with HIPAA regulations.

• Collaborated with pharmacists to enhance workflow efficiency in a high-volume retail setting.

• Accurately handled 30+ daily transactions while ensuring full compliance with company procedures. LEADERSHIP & PROJECT EXPERIENCE

National Association of Black Accountants (NABA), Manhattan, NY Mentee Oct 2024 – Present

• Enhanced analytical and presentation skills through case-study workshops and professional mentorship.

• Utilized Excel to interpret financial data and support team-based simulations.

• Built professional networks through structured leadership development events. The Way Life Goes, Brooklyn, NY

Chief Financial Officer Feb 2023 – Present

• Managed budgeting, planning, and strategy for a student-run business.

• Oversaw revenue tracking, vendor payments, and cash-flow reporting to maintain profitability.

• Implemented internal financial controls to ensure transparency and accountability. SKILLS & INTERESTS

Technical: Microsoft Excel (Beginner), QuickBooks (Beginner) Core: Analytical Thinking, Financial Analysis, Time Management, Organization, Adaptability, Critical Thinking

Interests: Entrepreneurship, Traveling, Basketball, Stock Trading

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