Kevin Cook, CPA, CMA

Experience

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  Jones Simkins, Certified Public Accountants

  Jan 2013 - Apr 2013

  Tax Intern

  -Prepared 1099s to send to individuals for their 2012 individual tax returns-Prepared and became familiar with complex individual tax returns for ease of management review

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  Deseret Cattle & Citrus

  Sept 2013 - Dec 2013

  Accounting Intern

  -Became familiar with Cattle-Industry Financial Statements-Quickly increased my understanding in excel to create easy-to-use reports for management-Improved Record Retention both on a physical level and data-base level-Completed several audit assignments including; inventory, capital assets, fuel usage, and cattle-Shadowed many processes including A/P and month-end close

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  Jones Simkins, Certified Public Accountants

  Jan 2014 - Apr 2014

  Tax Intern

  Trained first-year interns to understand tax software and help them prepare - and become familiar with - complex individual tax returns.

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  Conservice

  Aug 2014 - Jun 2015

  Internal Auditor

  -Chosen as lead audit developer to create beneficial innovations to an un-audited department-Perform audits on accuracy of utility fees and their conformance with client contracts-Maintain accuracy of payments made to utility providers, clients, and from department to departmentPrevious responsibilities within Conservice*Discovered utility providers for properties from California to Florida.*Completed necessary documents and handled deposits/ fee payments for utility services.*Acquired understanding on how utility bills should be processed for analytic ease for clients*Protected clients from late fees by obtaining utility bills through provider websites and their customer service centers.Had leave of absence from September 2013 to August 2014 Show less

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  Deseret Cattle & Citrus

  Jun 2015 - Nov 2016

  Accounts Payable

  -Maintain accurate and timely payments for Cow/Calf Division flagship office-Prepare reconciliations for two of the four companies maintained at DCC office-Advised masters intern with Excel issues for calf-weaning development analysis

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  Sooner Cattle Company and Deseret Cattle Feeders, LLC

  Nov 2016 - Jun 2021

  Accountant

  Carry out project to make three Midwest ranches World-Class:-Play key role in reducing time to review period financial package with management by two weeks -Collaborate with Assistant Controller to create and implement new management reports-Insure accuracy of clerical work performed by all three Central Ranches-Perform 6 general ledger reconciliations on a monthly basis-Collect and compile documentation for capital asset disposals, additions, transfers, and trade-ins-Update and modify budget spreadsheets for 2018 crops and support centers-Monitor inventory balances and issuances Show less

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  Deseret Cattle Feeders, LLC

  Jul 2021 - Dec 2021

  Senior Accountant

  -Stepping in as Interim Controller since June 2021.-Assist controller to ensure the completeness, timeliness, and accuracy of all accounting andfinance records, analyses, budgets and reports.-Assist with process improvement and project development oversight.-Coordinate with auditors and respond to issues.-Manage and maintain proper internal control environment to ensure safekeeping and valuation of business unit assets, as well as proper functioning.-Direct supervisory/management of staff. Show less

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  Cornerstone Fund Services

  Jan 2022 - Jul 2024

  • Fund Controller

    Jul 2023 - Jul 2024

  • Sr. Fund Accountant

    Jan 2022 - Jun 2023
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  Standish Management, LLC

  Jul 2024 - now

  Manager