Rochelle Butler

Houston, TX 281-441-1698 rochelledbutler@gmail.com

CAREER PROFILE
CPA eligible, result-oriented professional with years of accounting experience in financial
statement preparation and analysis, payroll accounting, AR, AP, as well as other complex
accounting functions and preparations coupled with years of demonstrated management, leadership,
communication, and critical thinking skills. Proven teaching abilities and continued professional
education and training.

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Detail-oriented professional with the ability to multi-task
Strong analytical and organization skills
Over 9 years of progressive accounting and managerial experience
Excellent leadership skills with supervisory and operations experience
Working knowledge of GAAP and GAAS
Extensive professional auditing skills
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, Publisher, QuickBooks,
Peachtree, Turbo Tax, Blackboard Certification, Moodle Certification, Shelby, Automated
Financial Systems, PeopleSoft, Auditing Software including Mainframe Computer
Applications, CAMs System and WATs

WORK EXPERIENCE
Houston Community College, Houston, TX
Faculty - September 2009 - Present
Instruct students through teaching methodologies that enhance the learning and professional
development of the student while providing a firm foundation in the area of accounting.
Courses taught:
Accounting with Computer Application
Intermediate Accounting I & II
Workforce Development
Payroll Accounting
Individual & Corporate Tax
Financial & Managerial Accounting
Introduction of Accounting
Auditing
Division Chair (Interim) September 2011 August 2012
Oversaw Faculty & Admin duties for 6 programs within the workforce department.
Planned and monitored the budget for all programs under my directions, and assisted in the
development of new programs and curriculums. Responsible included but not limited to:
Preparing faculty schedules
Scheduling classes
Increasing enrollment
Advising students
Implementing programs
Preparing and managing budgets
Managing & evaluating Faculty & Staff
Student retention



Adjunct Accounting Instructor/Tutor January 2006 2009
Instruct students with learning, academic advising, professional development and institutional and
community.

University of Houston (Downtown), Houston, TX
Adjunct Accounting Instructor June 2012 Present
Instruct students with learning, academic advising, professional development and institutional and
community service while providing a firm foundation in the area of accounting.

Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts
Auditor September 2007 August 2009
Responsible for examining accounting books and records of Texas business firms to determine the
tax liability by evaluating internal controls, developing an audit plan in the examination and
verification of operating reports and accounting records to assure legal compliance with state tax
statutes and administrative rules and regulations.
Applied various tax statutes and internal policies and procedures during examinations.
Conducted and complete audit work in compliance with GAAS.
Used various sampling techniques to perform complex audit examinations.
Estimated Sales and Use Tax liability based on taxpayer records or other available
information.
Analyzed, observed, compared, and reviewed financial records of businesses to determine
compliance with the State Sales and Use Tax Code.
Provided detail audit findings in work papers and conclusions taking in consideration
conditions, causes and effects.
Examined and verified accuracy of bookkeeping records such as invoices, sales journals,
general ledgers, bank statements, and inventory entries.
Searched records to identify entries critical to tax liability or procedural propriety as it
relates to internal controls and conformance to tax laws.
Educated business owners/managers in computing and reporting taxes due by explaining
legal requirements, rules, regulations, procedures, and ordinances of the State and other
agencies.

Brookhollow Baptist Church, Houston, TX
Business Administrator November 2000 August 2007
Managed the operation of a non-profit organization with multiple locations to include short
and long-term project planning & financial management, employee training, hiring,
supervising, and evaluating employees.
Oversaw budget with revenues of $15 million.
Assisted in preparation of monthly and quarterly financials in accordance with GAAP.
Worked closely with CPA to develop internal controls.
Responsible for compiling, reviewing and reporting & analyzing financial and statistical
data and recommendations on how to control cost.
Gathered and organized data for auditors.
Managed and maintained company assets in excess of $30 million.
Prepared and submitted sales tax, and payroll tax.
Negotiated with banks and creditors for banking, financing, and credit needs.
Used Shelby financial management system and Microsoft Excel and Word to create reports
and perform account analysis.
Responsible for multiple departments with more than 60 employees/volunteers.
Supervised maintenance activities; coordinated and scheduled staff and independent


contractors, obtained estimates and oversaw major projects, repairs, and vehicle
maintenance and facility equipment.
Performed complex accounting functions including reconciling multiple accounts,
investments, GL accounts, fixed assets, adjustments, depreciation, account payables and
receivables, payroll and closing.
Hired and oversaw all contractors/vendors for facilities as well as negotiated all contracts
Liaison to law firm on legal issues and to external auditors.
Advised and approved all marketing and advertising programs including television
broadcast, radio and printing.
Instrumental in the development and growth of a multimillion dollar non-profit organization.
Instituted online tithing increasing giving & assisted in eliminating debt.
Coordinated financial information for all projects including the purchase of facilities and
securing funding for a multi-million dollar facility.
Computerized AC system reducing the organizations yearly utility expenses by 30%.
Assisted in the development of a diverse group of strong programs/teams including: 5
Sunday Worship Services, Private School, Daycare/After School Program, and Summer
Camp.

EDUCATION
Master of Business Administration - Accounting, Texas Womans University, Houston, TX,
GPA 3.91
Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting, Texas Southern University, Houston, TX,
GPA 3.51 Graduated Cum Laude.