Senior Accountant Auditor MBA in Houston TX Resume Rochelle Butler

Rochelle Butler Houston, TX

281-441-1698

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CAREER PROFILE CPA eligible, result-oriented professional with years of accounting experience in financial statement preparation and analysis, payroll accounting, AR, AP, as well as other complex accounting functions and preparations coupled with years of demonstrated management, leadership, communication, and critical thinking skills. Proven teaching abilities and continued professional education and training. SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS  Detail-oriented professional with the ability to multi-task  Strong analytical and organization skills  Over 9 years of progressive accounting and managerial experience  Excellent leadership skills with supervisory and operations experience  Working knowledge of GAAP and GAAS  Extensive professional auditing skills  Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, Publisher, QuickBooks, Peachtree, Turbo Tax, Blackboard Certification, Moodle Certification, Shelby, Automated Financial Systems, PeopleSoft, Auditing Software including Mainframe Computer Applications, CAMs System and WATs WORK EXPERIENCE Houston Community College, Houston, TX Faculty - September 2009 - Present Instruct students through teaching methodologies that enhance the learning and professional development of the student while providing a firm foundation in the area of accounting. Courses taught:  Accounting with Computer Application  Intermediate Accounting I & II  Workforce Development  Payroll Accounting  Individual & Corporate Tax  Financial & Managerial Accounting  Introduction of Accounting  Auditing Division Chair (Interim) – September 2011 – August 2012 Oversaw Faculty & Admin duties for 6 programs within the workforce department. Planned and monitored the budget for all programs under my directions, and assisted in the development of new programs and curriculums. Responsible included but not limited to:  Preparing faculty schedules  Scheduling classes  Increasing enrollment  Advising students  Implementing programs  Preparing and managing budgets  Managing & evaluating Faculty & Staff  Student retention

Adjunct Accounting Instructor/Tutor – January 2006 – 2009 Instruct students with learning, academic advising, professional development and institutional and community. University of Houston (Downtown), Houston, TX Adjunct Accounting Instructor – June 2012 – Present Instruct students with learning, academic advising, professional development and institutional and community service while providing a firm foundation in the area of accounting. Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts Auditor –September 2007 – August 2009 Responsible for examining accounting books and records of Texas business firms to determine the tax liability by evaluating internal controls, developing an audit plan in the examination and verification of operating reports and accounting records to assure legal compliance with state tax statutes and administrative rules and regulations.  Applied various tax statutes and internal policies and procedures during examinations.  Conducted and complete audit work in compliance with GAAS.  Used various sampling techniques to perform complex audit examinations.  Estimated Sales and Use Tax liability based on taxpayer records or other available information.  Analyzed, observed, compared, and reviewed financial records of businesses to determine compliance with the State Sales and Use Tax Code.  Provided detail audit findings in work papers and conclusions taking in consideration conditions, causes and effects.  Examined and verified accuracy of bookkeeping records such as invoices, sales journals, general ledgers, bank statements, and inventory entries.  Searched records to identify entries critical to tax liability or procedural propriety as it relates to internal controls and conformance to tax laws.  Educated business owners/managers in computing and reporting taxes due by explaining legal requirements, rules, regulations, procedures, and ordinances of the State and other agencies. Brookhollow Baptist Church, Houston, TX Business Administrator – November 2000 – August 2007  Managed the operation of a non-profit organization with multiple locations to include short and long-term project planning & financial management, employee training, hiring, supervising, and evaluating employees.  Oversaw budget with revenues of $15 million.  Assisted in preparation of monthly and quarterly financials in accordance with GAAP.  Worked closely with CPA to develop internal controls.  Responsible for compiling, reviewing and reporting & analyzing financial and statistical data and recommendations on how to control cost.  Gathered and organized data for auditors.  Managed and maintained company assets in excess of $30 million.  Prepared and submitted sales tax, and payroll tax.  Negotiated with banks and creditors for banking, financing, and credit needs.  Used Shelby financial management system and Microsoft Excel and Word to create reports and perform account analysis.  Responsible for multiple departments with more than 60 employees/volunteers.  Supervised maintenance activities; coordinated and scheduled staff and independent

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contractors, obtained estimates and oversaw major projects, repairs, and vehicle maintenance and facility equipment. Performed complex accounting functions including reconciling multiple accounts, investments, GL accounts, fixed assets, adjustments, depreciation, account payables and receivables, payroll and closing. Hired and oversaw all contractors/vendors for facilities as well as negotiated all contracts Liaison to law firm on legal issues and to external auditors. Advised and approved all marketing and advertising programs including television broadcast, radio and printing. Instrumental in the development and growth of a multimillion dollar non-profit organization. Instituted online tithing increasing giving & assisted in eliminating debt. Coordinated financial information for all projects including the purchase of facilities and securing funding for a multi-million dollar facility. Computerized AC system reducing the organization’s yearly utility expenses by 30%. Assisted in the development of a diverse group of strong programs/teams including: 5 Sunday Worship Services, Private School, Daycare/After School Program, and Summer Camp.

EDUCATION Master of Business Administration - Accounting, Texas Woman’s University, Houston, TX, GPA 3.91 Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting, Texas Southern University, Houston, TX, GPA 3.51 Graduated Cum Laude.