michael medford resume 2015 (final)

MICHAEL D. MEDFORD 2222 Medical District Dr. Rm #3405 Dallas, TX 75235 (817) 925-3370 michaelmedford314@gmail.comOBJECTIVE

Solid educational background in financial accounting, finance and business administration, with experience in general accounting, general business, audit, marketing and customer service. Strive to produce exceptional results that will consistently surpass academic, corporate, and personal expectations, with a strong attention to accuracy and detail.

Computer proficient in Windows and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint). Familiar with Oracle JD Edwards, QuickBooks, and Sage Peachtree accounting software. Able to master new systems and applications quickly.

AREAS OF FOCUS Business Accounting & Audit Procedures Cost Accounting & Finance Compliance & Quality Assurance Accounting Apps & Information Systems Budgetary Planning & Administration Data / Records Review & Analysis

EDUCATION

Texas Tech University, Rawls College of Business, Lubbock, TX MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ACCOUNTANCY (MSA) August 2015 BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION ACCOUNTING May 2013

Coursework: Ethics in Accounting; Intermediate Accounting I-II; Principals of Audit; Cost & Managerial Accounting; Income Tax Accounting; Accounting Systems; Business Law I-II; Financial Management; Financial Analysis; Applied Personal Finance; Organization & Management; Managerial Communication; Marketing; Introduction to Production & Operations Management

ACADEMIC LEADERSHIP

TREASURER - Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity 2010 - 2012GROUP COMPETITOR W/ HONORABLE MENTION - Pricewaterhouse Coopers (Pwc) xTax Competition 2012JUNIOR Achievement – Grant Thornton 2014, 2015ACCOUNTING LEADERSHIP COUNCIL - Texas Tech University 2012-PresentPROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE / RECEIVABLEDavid C. Medford, D.D.S., Fort Worth, TX 2009 - 2014

Researched billing and collections issues. Orchestrated a recovery process for receivables over 90 days old that would otherwise be write-offs. Assisted in producing the annual and monthly operating budget and projections for the fiscal year. Contributed to preparation of corporate tax return filings. Maintained general ledger through journal entries and monthly bank reconciliations.

CO-OWNER / BUSINESS MANAGERMMH Yard Services, Fort Worth, TX 2009 - 2012

Built a successful, independent landscaping company featured on the front page of the Fort Worth Star Telegram, business section. Managed company’s accounting, advertising and business operations, including bank account, financial reporting, purchasing, inventory, expense budgeting, and weekly payroll. Developed and executed all marketing strategies. Maintained and managed quality staff by communicating expectations and objectives efficiently.

ALUMNI SOLICITATIONTexas Tech University, Office of Annual Giving, Lubbock, TX 2011 - 2012

Solicited university alumni and parents for donations, securing over $10K for Texas Tech through fundraising efforts. AUDIT ASSOCIATEGrant Thornton, LLP, Dallas, TX 2014-Present

Conducted financial statement audits and audits of internal controls over financial reporting (ICFR). Collaborated with and reported directly to senior leadership and management. Collected data and performed analytical procedures and tests to identify fraudulent activity, deficient controls, noncompliance with GAAP and other accounting standards, and management override. Produced comprehensive reports and provided recommendations to improve internal controls, management of risk, accounting systems, and other areas of financial operation.

COLLEGE ATHLETICS

STUDENT ATHLETECisco College, Cisco, TX 2009 - 2010

Received athletic scholarship to serve as the pitcher of the baseball team. Practiced on a daily basis for entire school year, balancing the rigors of both traveling games and class work. Developed a passion of working with teams and striving to achieve a common goal. Able to work independently on a team. Quick to respond and very coachable.