Assisting with the standing up of a nonprofit organized to provide recovery services and resources for individuals, families, businesses, and communities that were adversely impacted in the August 2023 Gray Road and Oregon Road wildfires in Spokane County. Its focus is on addressing emergency, short-term needs and managing resources so they will be available for long-term rebuilding and recovery.

Provides accounting and consulting services to individuals and small to medium sized businesses for a range of industries including nonprofit and closely held entities. Services include special projects, consulting on accounting issues, bookkeeping services, assistance with new business entity choice and filings, Quickbooks customization and consulting, and internal controls design, documentation and implementation.

Help people learn how to use essential oils to provide significant therapeutic benefits to their emotions, body and mind as part of an integrative approach to better their overall health and wellness.

"Nothing brings me more happiness than trying to help the most vulnerable people in society. It is a goal and an essential part of my life - a kind of destiny. Whoever is in distress can call on me. I will come running wherever they are." Princess DianaMy goal is to positively impact the lives of people I come into contact with so that they attain a sense of pride and satisfaction in serving a higher calling. I believe in fair treatment, adequate training, compassion, understanding, and the necessary tools to succeed. I will lead the transformation of Payee Services to a successful model of scalability and profitability through innovation, leading change, designing, communicating and executing on the vision, achieving efficiencies in operations and an effective internal control and operating environment.At Skils'Kin Payee Services, we are fiscal stewards to those needing help managing their finances. We ensure the most fundamental current needs are being met and guide our clients towards independent living. We ensure accurate records are maintained and that the financial affairs of vulnerable people in our care are accurately, fairly and honestly administered. Skils’Kin exists to help the most needy and vulnerable members of society. We work together with business partners in the community to create, grow and adapt programs, services and support to meet the needs of each person. We empower self-reliance and economic self-sufficiency to improve their quality of life to the highest standard possible using the resources available.

Responsible for direct supervision of all accounting and financial functions including transactions related to the general ledger such as receivables and payables, revenue and expenses including payroll. Primary responsibilities include supervision of the monthly close process, monthly billings to clients for services provided, billing reimbursements from clients, collection of accounts receivable, supervising accounts payable, payroll, monthly reporting for the owners, annual preparation of a budget, assist in the preparation of quarterly tax projections and annual tax return preparation and all treasury administration.Accountable for actively managing financial and accounting policies, systems and processes; overseeing all tax and regulatory requirements; and providing fiscal oversight. Maintain complete and accurate books and records for a growing number of legal entities.Maintained the company's fiscal records and related accounting systems of the company and oversight of the accounting policies and procedures to ensure that all financial transactions were executed and documented in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.

Teaching Intermediate Accounting II during Winter quarter 2012

Five By Five Media, Inc. (“5x5”) is a full service television and film production company. We create, develop, write, package and produce both scripted and unscripted television programming and feature films, and have the in-house capability of taking an idea from original concept to the final delivery of the product. Our principals have produced over 1000 broadcast hours for networks such as ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, MTV, Discovery Channel, PBS, UPN, TLC and others. Titles include: Survivor, The Amazing Race, Jamie Oliver’s Food Revolution, Super Nanny, Extreme Makeover – Home Edition, Smash Lab, Monster Garage, Mythbusters, and Wired Science, to name a few.

As Director of Finance for University Advancement at EWU, I managed the finances of the business unit and three 501(c)(3) not-for-profit entities related to EWU. These entities, the EWU Foundation, Eagle Athletic Association and EWU Alumni Association, are component units of Eastern Washington University and are therefore included in their financial statements.

Adjunct Professor for ACCT251 - Principals of Financial Accounting during Fall 2009Accounting 251 is an introductory course that provides students with an overview of the field of accounting and the foundation of accounting for business enterprises upon which other accounting and finance classes are built. Specifically, this course covers basic terminology, concepts, and principles; examines procedures for collecting, classifying, recording, summarizing, and interpreting business transactions and events; and reviews the presentation (communication) of the accumulated data in financial reports primarily for external use.

Responsible for the overall audit for a multi-state corporation listed on the NYSE with gross sales of $170 millionResearched various technical issues regarding stock based compensation under FAS 123R and FAS 133Reviewed budgets, cash flow projections, financial statements, policies and procedures of audit clientsManaged integrated audit execution for two clients in their first year of implementationEffectively communicated and participated in audit committee meetingsActed as counselor, mentor and supervisor of accounting staff and seniorsPerformed compilations, reviews and Employee Benefit Plan audits

Designed and performed pre-acquisition due diligence proceduresExecuted audit, tax and consulting workRefined quarterly review procedures of SEC filer to gain efficiencies

Worked in the San Jose, CA office of Ernst & Young to develop and maintain productive relationships with clients, supervise audit teams, participate in the design and performance of audit procedures, planned engagement objectives and an audit strategy that complies with professional standards and appropriately addressed risk. Developed an understanding of my client's industries (high-technology, bio-technology and aerospace & defense) and recognize key performance drivers, business trends, and emerging technical and industry developments. Stayed informed of general business/economic developments and their impact to my clients.Developed people by encouraging individuals to think for themselves and take responsibility for their contributions to the team. Delegated work successfully. Conducted timely performance reviews and provided performance feedback/training. Led by example.Used technology to continually learn, share knowledge with team members, and enhance service delivery. Maintained an educational program to continually develop skills. Maintained cooperative relationships with other engagement teams. Monitored the engagement team's progress against the plan and altered it when needed.Developed long-term relationships and networks both internally and externally.