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FIREFIGHTER
Summary

Personable Firefighter with experience offering emergency response and collaborating with teams. Deep knowledge and practice extinguishing fires quickly and rescuing individuals. Smart and poised with background working extremely well in high-pressure situations and dedicated to protecting public.

Hardworking accountant offering 15 + years of experience working with private and public customers. Expertly manages accounting needs following optimal practices and current regulations. Brings wide-ranging knowledge of business and personal finances. Detail-driven Tax Accountant proudly offering over 10 years' experience in researching federal and state tax laws and changes. Considered a valuable asset in terms of tax knowledge. Dedicated to working as part of an effective team and promoting exceptional analysis and problem-solving skills.

Skills
  • Rescue equipment proficiency
  • Ladder operation
  • Fire suppression tactics
  • Alarm response
  • Medical response
  • Conditions assessment
  • First response services
  • Individual returns preparation
  • Tax liability management
  • High accuracy
  • Tax accounting
  • Multi-state tax filing
  • Deductions understanding
  • Exemptions expertise
  • Tax advising
  • Tax strategy implementation
  • Research/due diligence
  • Brand management
  • Policy development
  • Operations oversight
  • Cost control
  • Business development
  • Strategic planning
  • Revenue generation
  • Planning and coordination
  • Defining company vision
  • Executive leadership
  • Team building and leadership
  • Employee coaching
Experience
Allenspark Fire DepartmentFebruary 2020 to CurrentFirefighter
Allenspark, CO
  • Worked on equipment desk and demobilized equipment including fire engines, water tenders and other machinery used in responding to incidents.
  • Attended trainings to maintain wealth of knowledge in firefighting techniques and suppression methods, enabling quick decision making during actual emergencies.
  • Extinguished flames and embers to suppress fires using shovels and engine- or hand-driven water or chemical pumps.
  • Trained continuously to maintain required physical fitness for demanding work.
  • Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants and fire extinguishers.
  • Minimized devastating wildfires, employing hand tools, dozers and air drops for containment operations.
  • Examined and assessed hoses by laying out and checking connections to fire hydrants for effective fire suppression.
  • Assessed nature and extent of fire, condition of buildings, danger to adjacent buildings and water supply status to determine crew or company requirements.
  • Responded directly to residential and business emergency situations to serve community.
  • Responded to medical emergencies, alarms and fire threats.
  • Administered emergency treatment and medical care to people injured in accidents and fires.
  • Rehabilitated fire hoses, portable water tanks and other equipment.
  • Set up and operated hydraulic, pneumatic, manual and power tools in emergency situations.
  • Addressed emergency calls and fire alarms using job-specific equipment, including operating pumps, aerial ladders and auxiliary equipment.
Lodestar Tax And Accounting IncAugust 2006 to September 2020President
Westminster, CO
  • Promoted brand awareness by increasing market penetration across [Type] markets.
  • Drove improvements to technology to reduce waste, decrease business bottlenecks and optimize profits.
  • Guided efforts to develop and optimize accounting and tax operations and enable group to keep pace with changing demands.
  • Implemented strategic offerings to enhance company's suite of products and services.
  • Exceeded sales goals through upselling and cross-selling within existing client base as well as strategically attracting new business.
  • Strategized and implemented plans to transform and revitalize operations, capitalizing on emerging accounting trends.
  • Recruited, hired and trained 15 employees on operations and performance expectations.
  • Directed business-wide changes to modernize procedures and organization.
  • Fostered collaboration and development of new practices by business leaders.
  • Formulated and launched marketing and promotional campaigns to maximize profits.
  • Oversaw strategic business decision-making to develop, enhance and enforce business mission.
  • Administered day-to-day operations, including accounting and budget management, business development, performance metrics and customer service.
  • Promoted company public profile by delivering speeches, writing articles and presenting at industry conferences as public face of organization.
Lodestar Tax and Accounting IncAugust 2006 to September 2020Accountant
Westminster, CO
  • Delivered monthly bookkeeping and accounting services for diverse portfolio of small businesses in addition to payroll and income tax services.
  • Planned and deployed audits while organizing initiatives to gain control and financial records.
  • Investigated and resolved discrepancies in monthly bank accounts.
  • Maintained accurate accounts for cash, fixed assets and other transactions.
  • Established complete accounting structures, processes and controls to meet business requirements.
  • Supported budget administration with detailed expense analyses and report reviews.
  • Delivered superior level of customer service to all small business clients.
  • Oversaw full accounting cycle and prepared applicable financial statements.
  • Minimized internal accounting department backlogs by updating accounts and generating reports.
  • Represented clients in interaction with tax authorities and provided knowledgeable litigation support to resolve financial issues.
  • Reviewed and reconciled discrepancies in accounts and financial documentation.
  • Assisted clients in determining business strategy and achieving profitability goals.
  • Assessed accuracy, completeness and integrity of corporate financial records.
  • Diminished financial discrepancies and accurately reconciled accounts using detailed data analysis results.
  • Educated management members on strategies for minimizing tax liability.
  • Managed 15 accounting personnel handling needs of more than 100 business clients.
  • Produced US and state income, gift tax and estate tax returns for individuals.
  • Analyzed information and assessed liabilities and deductions according to relevant tax code.
  • Responded to state and federal tax notices by preparing written responses or tax return amendments.
  • Finalized and processed paperwork with local, state and federal government authorities.
  • Determined clients' eligibility for tax credits, abatements or deductions through careful research and oversight.
  • Supplied detailed tax documentation needed to submit accurate corporate and individual returns.
  • Informed clients of potentially beneficial products and services, resulting in additional business opportunities.
  • Strategized plans to help clients reduce liabilities and maximize deductions in future tax periods.
  • Managed deliverables such as tax returns, extensions and tax planning calculations.
Education and Training
Colorado Christian UniversityBachelor of Science: AccountingDenver, CO
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Allenspark Fire Department
  • Lodestar Tax And Accounting Inc
  • Lodestar Tax and Accounting Inc

School Attended

  • Colorado Christian University

Job Titles Held:

  • Firefighter
  • President
  • Accountant

Degrees

  • Bachelor of Science : Accounting

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