Accounting

ALLISON BUCHANAN

**** ***** **** ** *****, MD ***32 786-***-**** or 301-***-**** **********@*****.***

OBJECTIVE

To obtain a challenging position in accounting or related field that requires an accounting professional and

valued team player with business acumen, computer skills, and a commitment to quality and accuracy.

Education

Alabama State University Montgomery, AL

Master of Accountancy Anticipated graduation date: July 29, 2011

G.P.A. 4.0/4.0

Florida Memorial University Miami, FL

Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting

G.P.A. 3.68/4.0

Relevant Courses

Advanced Accounting Advanced Finance

Advanced Auditing International Accounting

Corporate Taxation Intermediate Accounting

Managerial Accounting

WORK EXPERIENCE

1st Caribbean United Business Group Miami, FL Jan 2009 – May 2010

Tax Preparer/Receptionist

Maintained a knowledge base in current tax law in preparation of personal tax returns.

Implemented structure and a sound accounting framework for small business previously subject to inefficient accounting practice.

Developed a database to maximize management’s efficient use of information related to customer activity.

Prepared clients’ payroll using Medlin Accounting Software.

Performed other clerical duties deemed necessary.

TriMerge Consulting Group Miami, FL Nov 2009 – April 2010

Intern

Performed accounting services and client write-up for businesses and individuals.

Performed tax compliance and consulting services for business and individual clients.

Assisted with the audit of nonprofit engagement. Activities included but were not limited to assisting with the initial planning and site visit to obtain pertinent supporting documents. Performed substantive testing of cash accounts and account receivables.

Conducted meeting and interviews with client.

Performed eight hours of continuing professional education for Staff I.

Assisted with various administrative functions.

Awards/Accomplishments

President’s List September-May 2007

Dean’s List September-Present

Certificate of Honors March 2008 & 2009

Organization

Delta Mu Delta Honor Society

National Association of Black Accountant (NABA)

Computer Skills

Proficient in Microsoft, QuickBooks Accounting Software, Tax Act, Drake Software, and Medlin Accounting Software

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