SCORE MentorsCertified Small Business Mentor (Volunteer)
Nov. 2021BellinghamDelivered critical guidance and support to start-up business clients and existing finance managers, directors, and CFOs, assisting in the planning, directing, organizing, and reviewing activities of finance departments. Specialized in mentoring business clients in various financial functions, including annual reporting, fund accounting, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, utility billing, investments, short-term and long-term debt, tax audit functions, procurement processes, report production, financial analysis and reporting, financial planning, financial compliance, financial management, budget and financial management, business planning, data integrity, risk management, disaster recovery, asset management, choosing accounting software systems, and generally accepted accounting principles. Guided in the coordination with third parties in annual budget development, budget preparation, budget analysis, and budget implementation to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal agencies. Acted as state presenter for taxes and licensing, demonstrating adeptness in public speaking, PowerPoint presentations, Microsoft Office products, Zoom webinars, public presentations, community relations, public relations, and dispute resolution. ● Continuously provide valuable cost-saving recommendations by matching mentees with the appropriate accounting software based on their business type, scale, and unique needs.