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Leah Barba, CPA

Leah Barba, CPA

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    HR Assistant

  • Education

    • Elgin High School

      2005 - 2009
      High School Diploma General Studies 4.2 GPA

      Activities and Societies: National Honor Society, Volleyball Team, Class Council

    • Northern Illinois University

      2011 - 2013
      Bachelor of Science (BS) Accountancy 3.76 GPA

      Activities and Societies: Beta Alpa Psi, Beta Gamma Sigma

    • Northern Illinois University

      2013 - 2014
      Master's Degree Accountancy

      Activities and Societies: Beta Alpha Psi, Beta Gamma Sigma

    • Elgin Community College

      2009 - 2011
      Transfer Credit General Studies 4.0 GPA

      Activities and Societies: Phi Theta Kappa, Honor Student

  • Experience

    • Northern Illinois University

      Nov 2011 - Jan 2014

      I worked as office staff in the Undergraduate Studies office of the NIU College of Business. My main responsibilities included scheduling academic advising appointments, assisting with new student orientation, and answering general admission and College of Business questions. Supervisor in Tutoring Centers. Help students with accounting, math, science, and general business courses. Supervise two - three other center tutors as well as numerous appointment tutors. Responsible for maintaining a quiet center conducive to learning.

      • Graduate Assistant

        Jan 2014 - Jan 2014

      • Tutor

        Nov 2011 - Dec 2013

    • Larsen Packaging Products, Inc.

      Aug 2012 - Aug 2013
      Office Assistant

      Worked under Web Administrator. Entered thousands of products to company website. Additionally, answered phones, took customer orders, and transferred calls.

    • Plante Moran

      Jan 2013 - Apr 2013
      Intern

      Participated on numerous audit engagements. Improved professional communication through client interaction. Completed over forty tax returns for individuals, partnerships, and S-Corporations.

    • Plante Moran

      Jan 2015 - Nov 2020

      • Assurance Manager

        Dec 2019 - Nov 2020

      • Assurance In-Charge

        Apr 2016 - Dec 2019

      • Assurance Staff

        Jan 2015 - Apr 2016

    • The Oaks at Bartlett

      Apr 2021 - Nov 2021
      Accounting Consultant

    • Larsen Packaging Products, Inc.

      May 2021 - now
      Administrative Assistant/Payroll Coordinator

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Certified Public Accountant

      Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Register Participants for Light the Night Walk

      Issued by The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
      The Leukemia & Lymphoma SocietyAssociated with Leah Barba, CPA

    • Participatant in Fundraiser Walks

      Issued by National Breast Cancer Foundation
      National Breast Cancer FoundationAssociated with Leah Barba, CPA