Sarah Spence
@sarahspence
Responsible accountant with strong technical abilities and time management skills.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I am a motivated accountant with an MBA, eager to apply my education and over 12 years of experience in the accounting field. My journey has been marked by a commitment to excellence, as evidenced by my 4.0 GPA in my Master's program and my Summa Cum Laude honors during my undergraduate studies. I have honed my skills in financial analysis, auditing, and tax preparation, consistently meeting organizational needs through meticulous practices.
Throughout my career, I have successfully assisted in planning and performing financial audits, ensuring compliance and accuracy for various industries. My experience includes preparing engagement letters, financial statements, and tax returns, as well as performing detailed financial data analysis. I thrive under pressure and adapt quickly to new challenges, always aiming to enhance the organizational brand and contribute positively to team dynamics.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Staff Accountant
Smith Fankauser Voigt & Watson
Jan 2007 - Present (18 years 6 months)
Assisted in planning and performing annual financial and 401k audits for various industries, ensuring compliance and accuracy. Prepared engagement letters, auditors' reports, and financial statements for clients.
Food Server/Trainer
Pappadeaux's Seafood Kitchen
Apr 2021 - Oct 2024 (3 years 6 months)
Provided excellent customer service by anticipating needs, responding promptly to requests, and following up to ensure satisfaction. Accurately calculated checks using POS system and processed payment transactions quickly and efficiently.
Food Server
Red Lobster
Sep 2019 - Apr 2021 (1 year 7 months)
Ensured that all restaurant safety guidelines were followed at all times. Communicated effectively with management regarding order details, special requests, allergies, and transaction issues.
Licensed Sales Producer
Allstate
Mar 2018 - May 2019 (1 year 2 months)
Analyzed and processed applications for new policies, endorsements, changes, and cancellations. Conducted periodic reviews of existing accounts to ensure appropriate coverage levels were maintained.
Licensed Sales Manager
Maguire Family Insurance
Feb 2013 - Feb 2018 (5 years)
Created monthly and annual reports for senior management summarizing operational performance metrics and projections. Coached, mentored, and trained team members to improve job performance and ensure adherence to best practices.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
UEUTRGV Robert C. Vackar College of Business And Entrepreneurship
Bachelor's (BBA), Accounting
Grade: 3.93
Activities and societies: Use of Tableau, Oracle and SQL in courses.
Earned a Bachelor's in Business Administration with a major in Accounting and a minor in Human Resources. Relevant coursework included Accounting (24 advanced hrs.), Financial modeling in Excel, Accounting Information systems, and Forensic accounting. Graduated Summa Cum Laude with an overall GPA of 3.93.
Maranacook Community High School
High School Diploma, General Studies
Completed high school education at Maranacook Community High School.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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