Ashley Taylor Email & Phone Number

Huntington, West Virginia, United States

Charleston, West Virginia Area

As an Audit Inspector at the State Auditor’s Office, I ensure financial accountability at the local government level by conducting and reviewing annual financial audits of counties, municipalities, boards of education, and other local authorities. My role involves performing audits in accordance with professional standards, preparing comprehensive audit documentation, and reporting findings to the governing body.Key Responsibilities:- Evaluate financial statements and records for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with relevant regulations.- Prepare detailed audit documentation in accordance with professional standards. - Identify areas of risk and suggest improvements to enhance financial controls and processes.- Develop and present audit reports outlining findings, recommendations, and necessary corrective actions.- Collaborate with local government officials to clarify audit findings and provide guidance on implementing recommendations.

Huntington, West Virginia Area

As a part-time Accounting Assistant, I collaborated closely with the Vice-President to manage the accounting and administrative tasks essential for the smooth operation of a small business. My role involved maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions, and supporting various office functions.Key Responsibilities:- Entering financial transactions into Quickbooks Desktop.- Managing accounts payable by ensuring timely payments to vendors, and working with vendors to resolve any discrepancies.- Performing monthly bank reconciliations and making the necessary updates to ensure ledger accuracy.- Organizing and maintaining financial files and records.- Preparing monthly/quarterly financial returns ensuring compliance with state and local regulatory requirements.- Participating in year-end financial closing processes, aiding in timely financial reporting.- Assisting the company’s vice-president with diverse administrative tasks, contributing to the efficient operation of the office.

Huntington, West Virginia Area

Our Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) site serves the local community by providing free basic income tax return preparation with electronic filing to qualified individuals and specializes in foreign student taxation. As site coordinator, I was responsible for training incoming volunteers, coordinating with the IRS and the United Way of the River Cities, overseeing the preparation of returns, researching and resolving simple tax and software issues, and managing the logistic operations of the site. As a Beta Alpha Psi officer, I worked with students, fellow officers, the college of business, and local businesses to provide professional development and networking opportunities for students.

Financial Aid Office

As a Work Study Student in the Office of Financial Aid, I assisted in various tasks related to the processing and management of financial aid applications. Developing skills in customer service, data management, and administrative support.Key Responsibilities:- Greeting and directing students and parents who visit the financial aid office.- Assisting students with general questions relating to the financial aid application process and eligibility criteria.- Receiving, scanning, indexing, and otherwise preparing documents for review by financial aid counselors.- Assisting with special projects and initiatives as assigned by the financial aid office staff.

Huntington, West Virginia Area

While at the housing authority, I supported the coordination and execution of events and programs aimed at promoting resident self-sufficiency through the Homeownership program and the Resident Opportunities and Self-Sufficiency (ROSS) grant program. This role provided me with invaluable hands-on experience in grant administration and comprehensive reporting practices.

During my internship, I had the opportunity to gain valuable experience in various aspects of accounting, through:- Entering financial data into QuickBooks and AccuFund. - Observing and learning the revenue process, particularly grant and pledge funding mechanisms.- Assisting in the preparation for the annual audit by organizing documentation and reconciling accounts.- Supporting initiatives such as the Financial Stability Partnership & VITA.

Assist with the production and design of printed and digital marketing materials, including logos, websites, brochures, and posters. Work in Wordpress, Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, & Photoshop.

I served as a temporary receptionist at Standard Alarm Company, providing essential support during a transitional period. Responsibilities:- Managed incoming calls, taking messages or directing the calls to the appropriate personnel. provided accurate information to callers.- Provided accurate information and assistance to callers.- Facilitated the testing of alarm systems by configuring accounts to test mode.

• Supervise children K-5th Grade• Plan enrichment activities and games• Assist children with reading and homework

Huntington, West Virginia Area

As a Graphic Design Intern I worked closely with the design team to produce high-quality visual content for various platforms. Key Responsibilities:- Collaborating with the design team to develop branding and marketing campaigns for new small groups, classes, and special events. - Using Adobe InDesign to draft and make any necessary revisions to weekly bulletins and brochures. - Using the Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and other relevant tools to create and edit graphics as directed.- Preparing disk packaging designs (cd/dvd case sleeves) for commercial printing.- Photographing and video-graphing live events.

Huntington, West Virginia Area

• Communicate with customers via phone and email• Research customer accounts and issues• Provide customers with appropriate solutions

Bachelor Of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Accounting, 3.94 Gpa

Activities and Societies: Beta Alpha Psi, WV Society of CPAs, IMA Accounting Honor Society

Bachelor Of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Graphic Design, 3.93 Gpa

Activities and Societies: Kappa Pi International Art Fraternity