Alison Bates Resume
Alison Bates
Accountant, Data Scientist
Professional Summary
Adept at working with spreadsheets, software, and with a keen eye for detail, I’ve used these skills in roles such as a Tax Intern at Sutton & Simmins CPA firm, efficiently reviewing and processing over 50 tax returns daily. My background also includes enriching teaching experiences, which have helped me develop critical thinking and analyzing skills.
Work History
Sutton & Simmons CPA firm - Tax Intern
Rexburg, ID . 01/2024 - 04/2024
- Reviewed tax returns for individuals, S corps, partnership, and Estate Planning
- Sent 50+ tax returns a day and copy into GoFileRoom using UltraTax
- Prepared emails and physical copies of tax returns for 50+ clients a day
- Organized files, payment vouchers, and signature documents for those clients
Brigham Young University - Idaho - Accounting Tutor
Rexburg, ID . 01/2023-12/2023 . 09/2024 - Current
- Tutored for 10+ sections of ACCTG 201 and ACCTG 202
- Met with an average of 15-16 students a week to answer questions, explain concepts, and help prepare for exams
- Reviewed homework assignments and quizzes to help with comprehension of the subjects
Education
Brigham Young University - Idaho
Rexburg, ID . Expected Graduation in 12/2025
Bachelor of Science in Accounting
- Relevant Courses:
Income Tax 1 & 2
Intermediate Financial Accounting
Managerial Accounting
Spreadsheet Analysis
- BYU-Idaho Jack R. and Mary Lois Wheatley Leadership Scholarship
- GPA: 4.0
Skills
- Fluent in Spanish
- Familiar with UltraTax
- Beginner in Python
- Spreadsheet Analysis