This document is a resume for Adam H. Cooper, who is seeking a part-time accounting position or internship. He has a 3.46 GPA and is expected to graduate in December 2015 with a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from Purdue University Calumet. His relevant experience includes leadership roles as New Student Orientation Leader, Campus Ambassador, and Student Body President at Purdue University Calumet. He also has experience as a Supplemental Instruction Leader of Accounting and involvement with the Student Advisory Council and Finance & Accounting Club.
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Adam H. Cooper General Accounting Résumé (Updated 03.30.2015)
1. ADAM H. COOPER
8612 Moraine Avenue, Munster, Indiana • Mobile: 219.576.4720
ahcooper@purduecal.edu • www.linkedin.com/in/ahcooper
OBJECTIVE
Motivated, conscientious, and resourceful teammate. Advanced communication and leadership skills acquired in
academic, employment, and extracurricular settings. Seeking part-time accounting position or internship.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Accounting, GPA 3.46/4.00 Expected Graduation Date: Dec. 2015
Purdue University Calumet, Hammond, Indiana
SKILLS
QuickBooks ProSeries Tax Software Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint budgeting
FASB Codification business writing financial statement analysis public speaking
WORK EXPERIENCE
Purdue University Calumet, Hammond, IN
New Student Orientation Leader, Office of Campus Life June 2011 - Present
• Introduce new students to crucial campus resources and escort groups between scheduled breakout sessions
• Conduct computer tutorials and demonstrate key online platforms, including Blackboard and DegreeWorks
• Practice excellent customer service during all interactions with guests of various demographic backgrounds
Campus Ambassador, Office of Campus Life Aug. 2012 - Sept. 2014
• Guided two-hour campus tours to prospects and promoted how Purdue University supports student success
Student Body President, Student Government May 2013 - June 2014
• Interviewed, appointed, and trained eight cabinet members with whom I worked to accomplish yearly goals
• Budgeted annual funding of $32,395, evaluated the financial feasibility of projects, and processed invoices
• Strengthened internal operations by developing and implementing forms, processes, and reference manuals
• Granted $2,970.08 to six student organizations to attend functions to develop members’ leadership abilities
• Prepared and delivered speeches to 6,000 overall attendees of the 66th
and 67th
Commencement ceremonies
Supplemental Instruction Leader of Accounting, Student Academic Support Aug. 2012 - May 2013
• Hosted review sessions twice per week to reinforce important lecture concepts according to students’ needs
• Developed and presented comprehensive biannual training program for approximately 100 student workers
EXTRACURRICULAR INVOLVEMENT
Student Advisory Council, College of Business, Purdue University Calumet Dec. 2013 - Present
• Surveyed and analyzed students’ class schedule preferences and reached 285 out of 1,124 students (25.4%)
• Introduced Peer Mentor program and volunteer weekly to provide homework and class registration support
Finance & Accounting Club, Purdue University Calumet Aug. 2011 - Present
• Deliver regular classroom presentations to increase member base and designed promotional poster template
VOLUNTEER WORK
CPA Day of Service, Boys & Girls Clubs of Northwest Indiana Sept. 2014
Purdue University Calumet, Hammond, IN
African American Student Achievement Council ("AASAC") Conference, "Reality U" Feb. 2012-2014
United States Hispanic Leadership Institute ("USHLI") Career Day Nov. 2011
• Registered 200-300 middle and high school students per event and supported volunteers in their many roles
• Escorted participants to workshops and hosted discussions on college admissions, financial aid, and careers
HONORS AND AWARDS
Dean’s List Certificates (Fall 2011-2013; Spring 2013 and 2014), Semester Academic Honors Certificates (Fall
2011-2014; Spring 2012-2014), "Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges" Award
(2012, 2013), "Above And Beyond" Award for the Finance & Accounting Club (2012), "Above and Beyond"
Award for Student Government (2014), Outstanding Student for the Department of Accounting (2015)