jesse allard

tax accountant

About

I am a driven, organized, and multi-faceted graduate student-athlete from Drury University with experience in tax preparation, banking, and sales. Proficient in most Microsoft Office applications and various tax preparation, banking, and human resources applications. Thrive in fast-paced, professional environments wherein multi-tasking and organization are valued. Perform best with deadlines. Diversified skill-sets covering customer service, tax preparation, payroll processing, writing, and communication, as well as some experience with account management.

Country

united states

City

minneapolis

Industry

accounting

Skill

microsoft office, customer service, social media, public speaking, social networking, microsoft excel, sales, powerpoint, database management, tax preparation, office administration, jack henry, irs tax software, personal income tax returns, accounting, payroll, time management

Experience

tax accountant

graduate tax intern

abacus cpas, llc

2014-12 - 2015-6 · 7 mos

* Assisted staff members with tax work. * Learned the firm's software suite and firm processes. * Completed beginner and intermediary returns. * Processed 1099s and compilations.

payroll specialist

great southern bank

2014-6 - 2014-12 · 7 mos

* Perform audits of various records including timecards and employee records. * Update tracking records with each payroll cycle. * Run summary reports tracking various payroll specifications. * Track wage garnishments. * Perform employment verifications for employee loans. * Assist other employees with daily questions and inquiries.

finance intern

minnesotans united for all families

2012-4 - 2012-8 · 5 mos

* Assisted the director of finance with office administration. * Assisted finance assistants with organization and execution of fundraiser parties. * Contacted potential fundraiser hosts and donors to increase fundraiser effectiveness.

teller

great southern bank

2013-5 - 2014-5 · 1 yr 1 mo

* Assisted customers with routine banking transactions. * Followed up with customer concerns regarding his/her bank account. * Assisted bank management with banking center operation. * Managed banking center retention duties. * Offered/sold related products to customers. * Opened and closed accounts for new and existing customers.

tax preparer

vita tax service

2014-1 - 2014-4 · 4 mos

* Assisted clients with simple 1040 returns. * Prepared foreign student tax returns. * Completed returns quickly and accurately. * Answered questions kindly and concisely. * Represented Drury in a professional manner while completing returns and interacting with clients and colleagues.

sales associate

express

2011-9 - 2013-7 · 1 yr 11 mos

* Assisted customers with his/her clothing needs. * Operated the cash registers to provide the customers with an accurate and efficient shopping experience. * Upsell related products to customers to attain daily goals. * Tactfully answered customers' questions and inquiries.

staff accountant

abacus cpas, llc

2015-6 - 2015-9 · 4 mos

* Prepare tax returns with varying levels of difficulty. * Prepare compilations and other accounting-related reports. * Assist senior and upper level associates with tax and accounting projects. * Continue professional education to stay up-to-date with changing mandates. * Research and champion the firm's client portal. * Research changing IT trends in the public accounting industry.

corporate tax associate

grant thornton llp

2015-9 - Present · 11 yrs 1 mo

Education

owatonna high school

2006-1 - 2009-1 · 3 yrs 1 mo

drury university

business administration

2014-1 - 2015-1 · 1 yr 1 mo

university of northwestern - st. paul

accounting

2011-1 - 2012-1 · 1 yr 1 mo

Activities and Societies: Symphonic Band

drury university

business administration

2009-1 - 2014-1 · 5 yrs 1 mo

I spent one year away from Drury University from 2011-2012. Activities and Societies: Swimming and Diving, Wind Symphony, Resident Life, Ultimate Frisbee, VITA Tax Service