I translate from French to English, specializing in business, marketing, and finance, and teach English to adult professionals in Grenoble area and via distance learning. I also enjoy working in the realm of international development and contributing to citizen media.

Translation of varied documents for nonprofit entities from around the world. Working from French to English.

French language support for U.S. government agencies' emergent, short-term needs.

Translation of citizen media articles from French to English with Project Lingua.

Taught English language to intermediate level adult students in a classroom setting.Focus on grammar, comprehension, and oral expression in a participative and inclusive atmosphere.

Conversation class for English language students at Grenoble high schools

Translation of various NGO communications, reports, and articles. Working from French and Spanish to English.

• Manage entire accounts payable process for all U.S. offices (about 170 employees).• Review travel expense reports for compliance with Simon-Kucher policy and train new hires for same.• Review and process intercompany billing and work alongside accountants from the offices in Europe, South America, and Asia.• Invoice clients for both professional fees and more complex out-of-pocket expense billing.• Work closely with consultants and partners for client-related accounting issues• Prepare monthly financial reports for various divisions within the firm including invoicing status and forecasting.• Assist with month-end close process for both our accrual ledger and cash ledger, used for international financial reporting and tax basis reporting, respectively.• Consistently deliver timely ad hoc reports such as customer analyses and invoicing status.

• Prepared individual, trust, and small business financial statements including: net worth and cash flow reports, expense reports, and budget comparison and analysis. Provided investment performance data and analysis.• Managed twenty accounting databases and performed reconciliations for investment, bank, and credit card accounts. • Assisted with income and gift tax return preparation for individuals, trusts, and businesses including organization and tracking of all necessary documents and preparation of supporting schedules.• Acted as a highly dependable and responsive point of contact for clients, worked to elevate their experience with the firm as well as to build long-lasting relationships.• Prepared and processed accounts payable and receivable, payroll and general journal entries. Filed company annual reports and sales tax returns. • Reported to and supported senior management and directors on all client relationships.• Adhered to strict monthly, quarterly, and annual deadlines, as well as managed ad hoc projects in an extremely fast-paced, time-pressured environment.• Trained and coached bookkeepers on accounts payable and the reconciliation process.• Engaged corporate citizen with a high level of involvement in philanthropic projects.

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• Prepare individual income tax returns with complexities such as multi-state, rental income, capital gains/losses, itemized deductions, investments, self-employment, partnership and estate/trust income.• Research tax issues and correspond with clients regarding open items and client inquiries.• Expedite Quickbooks bookkeeping for business clients• Assemble tax return and other forms for clients including 1040’s, 1065’s, 1120’s, 1120s’s, 1041’s

• Provided patrons with enthusiastic service and manage multiple responsibilities during peak periods.• Assisted other servers, hostess, and kitchen staff to ensure smooth operation of restaurant

• Led Japanese students in cultural education activities involving American customs, holidays and local events.• Provided spoken English language practice to improve students’ proficiency in the language.

• Designed effective tutoring sessions which led to improved scores on tests and exams.• Assisted students to enhance their study and boost their performance in Accounting and Economics.• Organized study groups for over 150 students in preparation for major tests and exams.

• Delegated and oversaw tasks for timeliness; handled cash in a safe and responsible manner.• Resolved all customer service issues and requests in accordance with Starbucks policy.