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Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Accountant
Wipfli
Chicago, IL
06.2023 - Current
Maintained general ledger accuracy through regular account reconciliations, journal entry adjustments, and transaction reviews.
Prepared and processed journal entries to record in general ledger and maintain consistent documentation.
Participated in internal and external audit processes to establish accurate financial records and comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and regulatory requirements.
Assisted comptroller with year-end financial audits.
Helped with preparation of year-end and statutory accounts to compare past reports and evaluate financial health of company.
Increased accuracy of financial statements through diligent attention to detail and thorough review processes.
Collected and arranged financial information and entered details into [software] financial management system.
Collaborated with external auditors to provide information for audit process.
Supported management decision-making by providing detailed financial analysis and recommendations backed by data-driven insights.
Reduced month-end closing time by optimizing reconciliation procedures and improving communication among team members.
Developed strong relationships with external auditors to facilitate efficient audit process.
Played key role in successful completion of annual audits by providing detailed documentation and explanations to auditors.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement cost-saving measures, contributing to reduction in operational expenses.
Streamlined month-end close process, cutting down time required by efficiently organizing workpapers and financial statements.
Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas, and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
Cooperated with senior leaders to create operating budgets and initiate financial planning.
Accounting Intern
Wipfli
Chicago, IL
01.2022 - 04.2023
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Student Athlete
Concordia University of Chicago
Chicago, IL
07.2018 - 06.2022
Managed time effectively while traveling for games, attending practice, and going to classes.
Attended all practices, meetings, and workouts on time.
Developed time management skills by balancing academic responsibilities with rigorous athletic commitments.
Cultivated strong relationships with fellow students, faculty members, coaches, administrators, alumni, and community stakeholders.
Recognized as a leader. Awarded Captain 3 of 4 years.
Recognized as Player of the year
Recognized All Conference
Collaborated with teammates to create a supportive atmosphere that encouraged growth, camaraderie, and sportsmanship.
Gained valuable experience in goal-setting processes by working closely with coaches to develop customized improvement plans based on individual strengthsweaknesses.
Displayed resilience under pressure situations during competitions that positively impacted overall team results.
Monitored competitor activities to assess strategies and gain advantages in future matches.
Maintained professionalism when attending charity, sporting and media events as team representative.
Business Development Consultant
The Fun Ones
Carol Stream, IL
05.2019 - 08.2019
Account management
Cross selling/ up selling
Customer satisfaction and retention
Post sales support
Relationship management
Followed procedures
Exceeded goals
Strong written and phone communication skills
Received letters of recognition from clients
Education
BBA - Accounting
Concordia University
Chicago, IL
06-2022
Skills
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Accomplishments
Recognized as employee of the month at Wipfli
Graduated Magna Cum Laude Concordia University
Awardee of the A.W. Gross Distinguished Senior Scholar Award
Nominee for D3 Man of the Year Award
Captain D3 Collegiate Football for 3 years
Student athlete representative for NCAA
Certification
Accounting Foundations: Bookkeeping
Accounting Foundations: Global Finance & Accounting