Accounting Consultant Resume

An accounting consultant works as a guide and a leader in executing the accounting functions of the organization. They advise the accountants on the best techniques to prepare, record, review and analyze different financial documents. They act as a link between the accounting and finance department. They keep the organization informed about the statutory obligations and innovations in methods of accounting.

Steve Jones
Address: 12, Flora Street, Phoenix, AZ 21103
Email id: j_steve@example.com
Contact no. 123 - 233 - 4567

OBJECTIVE: To acquire the position of an accounting consultant and utilize my accounting expertise to develop an efficient accounting system for the organization

KEY SKILLS:

• Detailed information on GAAP (Generally accepted accounting principles), GAAS (Generally accepted accounting standards) and US SEC (Securities and Exchange Commission)
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills that helps to understand and evaluate the financial data of the organization
• Capable of leading a team successfully with excellent ability to train staff, handle risks and introduce innovations in the accounting system
• Brilliant communication and coordination skills that helps to absorb easily into the working environment of the organization

EDUCATION:

• Master's in Business Administration with in Finance as special subject
  University of Phoenix

Certifications:

• Certified Public Accountant
  State of Florida

WORK SUMMARY:

Accounting Consultant
LMN Inc, Phoenix
January 2007 - till date

• Assist the finance manager on major technical accounting issues to formulate the financial plans and policies for the organization
• Forecast the changes in economic environment of the market and recommend ways to make financial reservations to meet these changes without affecting the growth of the organization.
• Keep posted on changes in GAAP, GAAS, taxation policies and legal compliances related to preparation and submission of the financial documents. Incorporate these changes into the current accounting system of the organization and advice the finance department about the impact of these changes.
• Coordinate activities with the tax consultant in computing, preparing and filing tax returns at local, state and national level.

Accounts Consultant
ABC Inc, Phoenix
September 2005 - December 2006

• Introduce new accounting softwares in the organization that reduces the cost and time taken for accounting functions. Further, update them as per the growing needs of the organization.
• Design, develop, evaluate and implement new accounting systems to improve the accounting procedures and functions followed at the organization
• Study the accounting statements in addition to incomes and expenditure trends of the organization and suggest ways on gaining maximum output with minimum input.
• Attend seminars, conferences and meetings on behalf of the organization and update knowledge on budgeting, forecasting and financial management.
• Verify the financial statements of the organization for accuracy and completeness. Report any misstatements or discrepancies to the head accountant

COMPUTER SKILLS:

• Familiar with the tax preparation software: Tax Act and Turbo Tax
• Well acquainted with the accounting softwares: QuickBooks, Quicken and MYOB
• Proficient in MS Word, MS Excel, MS Access, spreadsheet

LANGUAGES KNOWN:

• English (Proficient)
• French (Proficient)

REFERENCES:

Mr. David Smith Finance Manager LMN Inc, Phoenix Email id: david_s@example.com Contact no.: 123 - 322 - 5678