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Jacob Tanabe

Gridley

Summary

Detail-oriented accounting professional with several years of experience in accounting, financial analysis, and audit-related settings. Quick and eager learner with acute attention to detail and a consistent track record of identifying process improvements to drive quality, accuracy, and efficiency.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Accountant

City of Gridley
Gridley
04.2023 - Current
  • Managed monthly financial statements and bank reconciliations for local government operations.
  • Processed payroll for city employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.
  • Maintained accurate records of transactions, ensuring adherence to accounting standards.
  • Created journal entries accurately and timely for month end close processes.
  • Coordinated with external auditors during the annual audit process by providing requested documents and responding to inquiries in a timely manner.

Accountant/Secretary

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Yuba City
07.2010 - 03.2025
  • Prepared monthly financial statements.
  • Conducted reconciliations of bank statements and general ledger accounts.
  • Review timecards and process bi-weekly payroll for employees.
  • Coordinated tax filings and compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Implemented accounting software updates to improve efficiency.
  • Created journal entries accurately and timely for month end close processes.
  • Assisted in the preparation of tax returns by gathering necessary information from clients and maintaining organized files with documents related to taxes.

Auditor-Appraiser

County of Butte
Oroville
09.2015 - 04.2023
  • Conducted thorough audits of taxpayers' financial records and supporting documentation.
  • Review and assess Form 571-L to ensure the accuracy of the information provided by the taxpayer.
  • Represent the Assessor during all assessment appeals to defend property values that were assessed.
  • Maintained confidentiality of company information obtained in audit assignments.
  • Reviewed client documentation, including contracts, invoices, bank statements, and tax returns.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

Chico State
Chico, CA
06-2015

Skills

  • Financial reporting
  • Payroll
  • Tax compliance
  • Bank reconciliation
  • Auditing
  • Journal entry preparation
  • Budget management
  • Data analysis
  • Team collaboration
  • Accounting and bookkeeping
  • Financial statement preparation
  • Project accounting
  • Quickbooks expertise
  • Grant management
  • ERP accounting
  • Fixed asset management
  • Year-end close

Timeline

Accountant

City of Gridley
04.2023 - Current

Auditor-Appraiser

County of Butte
09.2015 - 04.2023

Accountant/Secretary

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07.2010 - 03.2025

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

Chico State
Jacob Tanabe