1. Matthew Peters
530 Welch Ave Ames Iowa 50014 | 319-210-9985 | Mdpeters0307@gmail.com
Objective
Dedicated and motivated business graduate seeking an entry level business accounting position
Education
Bachelor of Science | Iowa State University | Senior Graduation Date | May 2016
Majors | Accounting and Business Management
Leadership Experience
PRESIDENT | ALPHA TAU OMEGA FRATERNITY Nov. 2013 – Dec. 2014
Lead the culture change of the fraternity consisting of 70 members
Oversaw all executive positions to ensure efficiency and results
Ran weekly chapter meetings to administer organization to the fraternity
Organized the largest alumni event in the last 10 years of the organization
Collaborated with Iowa State University to correctly follow all rules and regulations
Liaison between Alpha Tau Omega National Fraternity and the local chapter
TREASURER | ALPHA TAU OMEGA FRATERNITY Nov. 2012- Nov. 2013
Created the fraternity’s overall budget for each executive position for 2 semesters
Balanced the monthly statement for the fraternity’s financials for 12 months
Established monthly and semi-semester payment plans for members of the fraternity
Collected dues and payments from all members of the chapter via detailed invoices
Handled $250,000 over the course of 2 semesters in the position
Decreased the percentage of outstanding debt from previous years
HOMECOMING CHAIRMAN | ALPHA TAU OMEGA FRATERNITY | May. 2013 – Nov. 2013
Coordinated the design and production of the homecoming banner
Compiled waivers from each fraternity member to comply with the University
Administered members to participate in tournaments and attend events for participation
Professional Skills
Knowledge of the entire accounting cycle due to an individual project
Proficient knowledge in working with Microsoft Excel
Knowledge working with GreekBill accounting software
Work Experience
MEAT CLERK | HY-VEE | Ames, IA April 2011 – Present
Facilitated and engaged in the production of meat products
Led new employees in all operations of the meat department
Learned key proponents of hard work and good ethics
Community Involvement
DANCE MARATHON Jan. 2012- Present
Raised over $2400 in 4 years for the Children’s Miracle Network
Participated in a 15 hour charity for children with mental and physical disabilities each year
Honors and Awards
ALPHA TAU OMEGA FRATERNITY
John H. Maxheim Scholar Spring 2015
Member of the Year and Byron Anderson Scholar 2013 - 2014
Gene Ehlert Scholar Fall 2013