Cliff Kinney, CPA, CVA

Experience

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  Ole Miss Golf Course

  May 2007 - Jan 2011

  Cashier

  • Efficiently assisted customers• Handled cash and credit transactions of over $1000 daily• Helped to provide ideas to improve the selection of merchandise

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  Kinney and Associates PLLC

  Jan 2010 - Sept 2011

  Office Assistant

  - Executed data entry on Excel and Peachtree- Organized Files- Completed payroll for multiple clients- Performed bank account reconciliations - Performed tax returns using Lacerte Professional Tax Software

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  Emileigh's Kitchen

  Jan 2011 - Aug 2011

  Assistant Cook and Caterer

  - Provided positive customer service - Organized dining areas and table settings- Built professional relationships with managers and co-workers- Assisted in providing new ideas to increase efficiency in the kitchen- Created a daily sales report to assist owners effectively track sales and costs

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  Borg Warner Automotive

  Sept 2011 - Jan 2012

  Accounting Intern

  - Fixed Asset Acquisitions and Disposals- Performed Supplier Chargeback Analysis- Created Project and Work Order documentation - Performed vendor account reconciliations - Assisted in physical inventory - Booked Journal Entries and assisted with month-end close

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  FedEx

  Jan 2012 - Jul 2012

  Associate Auditor

  - Assist in planning and executing of worldwide operational and information system audits- Perform tests and conclude on various controls in line with the audit programs- Work with the audited groups to develop plans to resolve identified business issues- Generate quality audit reports- Travel to multiple locations nationwide to conduct audits- Work directly with all levels of management- Conduct meetings and interviews with auditees- Assist with Campus Recruiting

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  Cornwell Jackson

  Jul 2012 - Jan 2014

  Associate Auditor

  -Perform a wide range of audit services for clients across the Dallas/Fort Worth Area-Assist in Employee Benefit Plan Audits in compliance with ERISA rules and regulations according to the U.S. Department of Labor-Manage and develop client relationships by setting measurable expectations, communicating progress, and discussing any possible process improvements that become apparent-Assist in the performance of Financial Statement Audits by performing detailed testing of client financials-Maintain open lines of communication and work directly with upper levels of firm management.-Assist in the performance of Housing and Urban Development Audits by performing detailed compliance, internal controls and financial testing of the clients properties-Assist in the Reporting phase of engagements by generating financial statements, supplemental schedules, and performing QCs to ensure reports are clear, concise, and accurate. Show less

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  Kinney and Associates, PLLC

  Jan 2014 - now

  - Manage and develop client relationships through constant communication and setting quantifiable expectations- Assist clients with a variety of tax needs including preparation, planning, etc.- Complete financial preparations, compilations and reviews- Assist with hiring, on-boarding, training, development and management of office interns and staff- Oversee office IT needs through communication with the firm's IT contractor

  • Partner

    Jan 2021 - now

  • Accounting and Tax Manager

    Jan 2014 - Jan 2021
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  Kinney Valuation Services, PLLC

  Oct 2020 - now

  Managing Partner