Stella Hunt

CPA with 7 years of public accounting experience in GAAP financial reporting, financial statement compilations, income tax provisions, financial analysis, preparing and reviewing various complex income tax returns for business and individuals. Experienced in advising clients on accounting matters and supervising, coaching, and mentoring outsourced and junior accounting staff. Strong analytical and leadership skills with a focus on financial accuracy, internal controls, and business performance.

Business & Tax Senior Associate II - N&K CPAs, Inc. - Honolulu, HI

(2019-07)

• Provide accounting, financial reporting, tax compliance, and advisory services to a diverse portfolio of clients, with responsibility for maintaining accurate and timely financial information.
• Prepare financial statements in accordance with GAAP, including compilation financial statements and related disclosures, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable accounting standards.
• Prepare and review income tax provisions for audited financial statements, including analysis of current and deferred tax balances and supporting tax-related financial statement accounts.
• Analyze financial statements and account activity to identify unusual fluctuations, discrepancies, trends, and potential financial reporting issues.
• Review general ledger activity, account reconciliations, adjusting journal entries, and supporting schedules to ensure the integrity of financial information.
• Assist clients and management with interpreting financial results and provide recommendations related to accounting, tax, financial reporting, and business operations.
• Evaluate accounting processes and internal controls and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and financial controls.
• Review client transactions and supporting documentation to identify potential errors, inconsistencies, and areas requiring additional investigation.
• Manage multiple engagements simultaneously while consistently meeting reporting, tax, and client deadlines.
• Supervise and review the work of outsourced accounting staff and junior accounting professionals, providing technical guidance, coaching, and feedback to ensure quality and timely completion of assignments.
• Train and mentor staff on accounting procedures, financial reporting requirements, tax matters, and firm processes.
• Perform detailed reviews of staff work and provide constructive feedback to improve technical knowledge, efficiency, and overall performance.
• Communicate complex accounting and financial matters clearly to clients, management, and team members.
• Collaborate with engagement teams and client personnel to resolve accounting issues and improve financial reporting processes.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism, confidentiality, and attention to detail while managing multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

Tax Intern - IKEDA&WONG, CPA, Inc - Honolulu, HI

(2019-01 - 2019-05)

• Analyzed and prepared U.S. Federal and State income tax returns for individuals and small business entities.
• Conducted individual tax research with documentation.
• Prepared the trial balance and bank reconciliations.
• Assisted in data analysis and input into various software applications.

Business Office Assistant - Athletics Department, University of Hawaii at Manoa - Honolulu, HI

(2017-07 - 2019-05)

• Created disbursement vouchers and vendor codes on Kuali Financial System
• Ensured goods and services are received and disbursed in a timely manner
• Tracked and reconciled payments using Microsoft Excel to ensure accurate documentation
• Reconciled E-docs from Ticket Office with revenue records and direct deposits
• Assisted supervisors to file, run errands and accomplish required tasks

Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting - Shidler College of Business, University of Hawaii at Manoa (2019-05)