Hello, I'm Nick!
I have 11+ years experience in Front Office Clerical work with 2 years experience in Tax Preparation and Office Management. I'm proficient in QuickBooks, Sage, Microsoft Excel and its Office Suite, as well as basic Computer IT and Networking.
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If you’d like to get in touch, feel free to say hello through any of the social links listed above and under the Contact page.
Nicholas Rice
FREELANCE ACCOUNTING
OFFICE MANAGEMENT
Phone:
770.709.1959
618.944.9066
Email:
Residence:
Marion, IL 62959
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EXPERIENCE
2017-2018
Office Manager
LRK BUILDERS, LLC
Residential, Commercial. REO work. Any type of remodeling or new construction. Mold Remediation and build back. Pole Barn and Metal Buildings, Airport Hangers, all aspects of construction.
• Assisted customers with questions and concerns over the phone, email, and in person.
• Counseled and assisted customers with finding the appropriate building for their needs.
• Drew up and wrote contracts for customers regarding their selected construction needs.
• Used computer programs to create rough sketches and/or blueprints of projects.
• Assisted in the bookkeeping and payroll, using a combination of Excel and QuickBooks
• At times, assisted on job sites, showing customers different building options and techniques.
• Created and maintained current designs and upkeep of online website.
• Maintained files and paper work while operating phone lines and e-mail services.
2015-2017
Office Manager
LIBERTY TAX
• Managed day-to-day office duties such as answering the phone and providing quality assistance to clients.
• Oversaw both the tax preparation by other preparers as well as the cash box.
• Prepared federal and state income tax returns, assisted with tax advice to correct unexpected tax situations in the future.
• Won award for 2nd Most Tax Returns Completed in Entity for 2 straight years.
• Obtained EITC Due Diligence Certification each year.
• Completed 20 hours per year of Continuing Education in order to obtain Annual Filing Season Program Record of Completion.
2007-2015
Secretary
LRK BUILDERS, LLC
• Assisted customers with questions and concerns over the phone, email, and in person.
• Counseled and assisted customers with finding the appropriate building for their needs.
• Drew up and wrote contracts for customers regarding their selected construction needs.
• Used computer programs to create rough sketches and/or blueprints of projects.
• Assisted in the bookkeeping and payroll, using a combination of Excel and QuickBooks
• At times, assisted on job sites, showing customers different building options and techniques.
• Created and maintained current designs and upkeep of online website.
• Maintained files and paper work while operating phone lines and e-mail services.
2014-2015
Child-Care Provider
MULTIPLE CLIENTS
• Organized activities that developed children's physical, emotional, and social growth.
• Established and maintained a safe play environment for the children.
• Encouraged curiosity, exploration, and problem-solving with age-appropriate playtime activities.
• Continually encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
• Helped facilitate indoor and outdoor play, and keeping the classroom clean.
• Organized and participated in conferences with parents regarding children's well-being and progress.
• Communicated with children's parents about daily activities, behaviors, and problems.
• Cared for 2-4 children with ages from 3-7 years.
2009
Secretary
McBrayer Insurance Agency
• Assisted customers with paperwork, insurance documents, questions, and concerns over thephone and in person.
• Maintained files and paper work while operating phones lines and e-mail services.
EDUCATION
2017-2018
Associate Degrees
CHATTAHOOCHEE TECHNICAL SCHOOL
AAS in Accounting
AAS in Interdisciplinary Studies, Business Science emphasis
Certified:
Computerized Accounting Specialist, August 2018
Office Accounting Specialist, August 2018
Payroll Accounting Specialist, August 2018
2009-2014
Bachelor's Degree
KENNESAW STATE UNIVERSITY
BA in World History
President's List, Fall 2013
Dean's List, Spring 2014
Continued Italian Language through Advanced Level
2013
Attestato di Partecipazion
SCUOLA DI ITALIANO IL SASSO
Courses of Italian Language and Culture
Levels - Entry through Intermediate I
2005-2009
High School Diploma
CASS HIGH SCHOOL
College-Prep/AP Courses
SAT Verbal 650
Math 640
Writing 710
CERTIFICATIONS
Office Accounting Specialist
Chattahoochee Tech, August 2018
Payroll Accounting Specialist
Chattahoochee Tech, August 2018
Computerized Accounting Specialist
Chattahoochee Tech, August 2018
Substitute Teacher Training Certification
Norwest GA RESA, January 2015
TESOL/TESL/TEFL Certification (100 Hours)
Oxford Seminars, June 2014
EXPERTISE
Quickbooks Accounting
Accounts Receivable
Tax Law and Advisory
Sage Accounting
Accounts Payable
Small Business Entrepreneurship