Experienced with tax preparation and compliance, ensuring accurate and timely filings. Utilizes in-depth knowledge of tax regulations to optimize client tax positions. Strong understanding of tax planning and financial reporting, contributing to effective financial decision-making.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Tax Accountant
Stephens Inc
Little Rock, AR
02.2023 - 08.2023
Prepared and reviewed federal and state tax returns for employer-owned subsidiaries
Analyzed financial data to ensure compliance with tax regulations and identify potential tax-saving opportunities.
Led tax planning initiatives, advising clients on strategies to minimize liabilities and optimize financial performance.
Electrical Design Engineering Associate
Entergy
Little Rock, AR
11.2021 - 01.2023
Conduct meetings in the field with electricians, general contractors, and residential and commercial business Entergy customers
Determine what equipment and overhead/underground electrical facilities are necessary to extend primary and secondary peer for new and existing services
Design electrical plans following Entergy’s specifications and the Public Service Commission’s safety regulations using a sophisticated mapping software program
Prepare contracts and determine customers’ invoice amounts based on final design submissions
Inspect high-voltage facilities in the field and design plans for replacements when necessary
Take part in safety meetings within the engineering department and routinely collaborate with the construction department’s crews and supervisors to streamline work order processes and improve job output efficiency
Senior Tax Staff Accountant
Scruggs Ridge & Co, CPAs
Little Rock, AR
01.2020 - 03.2020
Completed reviews and compilations for clients ranging from property owners associations to small businesses; performed bookkeeping duties via QuickBooks
Assembled tax planning packets outlining key considerations and strategies for clients (1040, 1120S, 1065)
Reviewed returns completed by tax staff for management to approve and process
Provided guidance for tax staff regarding accounting practices and tax regulations
Tax Staff Accountant
FCA, Certified Public Accountants
Little Rock, AR
07.2017 - 11.2019
Performed detailed compilations and reviews of construction contractor clients, ensuring yearly financial statements were appropriately and accurately recorded for business owners and stakeholders
Completed and submitted tax returns to management for review and approval for S-corporations, partnerships, and individuals; answered review points from manager evaluations of submitted returns
Used Quickbooks to routinely maintain cash-basis and accrual-basis clients; performed inventory audits for clients on job sites
Audit Staff Intern
Frost, PLLC
Little Rock, AR
01.2017 - 03.2017
Conducted comprehensive financial audits of clients such as Simmons, Inc. (No. 14 top chicken producer in the U.S.) and Electrocraft, Inc. with
Implemented internal controls and substantive testing; identified and conveyed accounting and auditing matters to seniors and management
Documented audit procedures performed and cross referenced work papers; prepared PBC (Provided by Client) lists and confirmation requests
Interviewed account managers and controllers pertaining to segregation of duties, approval authority, access controls, etc.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting
University of Arkansas At Little Rock
Little Rock
05-2017
No Degree -
University of Arkansas At Fayetteville
Fayetteville
12-2013
High School Diploma - undefined
North Little Rock High School
N. Little Rock, AR
05-2010
Skills
Tax advisory services
Bank reconciliation
Tax return preparation
Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite, Quickbooks, & UltraTax