Accuracy
Reconciles end-of-day reports against in-person and online sales receipts to keep records accurate.
Accounting & Information Systems · Minor in Finance
Mia Cruz Ramirez
Aspiring Tax Accountant
Terry Foundation Scholar at The University of Texas at El Paso with a 4.00 GPA, hands-on experience in compliance auditing and financial reconciliation, and training in tax preparation.
Professional Summary
Career Objective
Detail-oriented Accounting and Information Systems student pursuing a tax accounting internship or entry-level position. I bring experience in compliance auditing and daily sales reconciliation, certification in QuickBooks Online, and ongoing training in tax preparation through Intuit Academy. I am committed to accuracy, regulatory compliance, and bilingual client service.
Compliance
Audits records and verifies documentation to keep an organization in full compliance.
Client Service
Communicates clearly in English and Spanish and has served 1,000+ members and 450+ students.
- Cumulative GPA
- 4.00
- Cumulative GPA
- Employee profiles audited
- 200+
- Profiles Audited
- Memberships processed
- 1,000+
- Memberships Processed
- Students reached
- 450+
- Students Reached
Academics
Education
Anticipated Graduation: 12/2027El Paso, Texas
Bachelor of Business in Accounting and Information Systems
Minor in Finance
The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP)
4.00Cumulative GPA
out of 4.00
out of 4.00
Honors & Affiliations
- Dean’s List
- Terry Foundation Scholar · 04/2025 – Present
- Accounting Society, Member · 01/2026 – Present
- Business Intelligence & Analytics Society, Member · 01/2026 – Present
Relevant Coursework
- [Course: Accounting Principles]
- [Course: Federal Income Taxation]
- [Course: Auditing]
- [Course: Accounting Information Systems]
Academic Focus
Career
Professional Experience
Self-Governance and Internal Compliance Intern
05/2026 – PresentA Better Way, Non-Profit Organization · Remote
- Audited 200+ employee profiles and verified intern contract status to maintain full organizational compliance.
- Reviewed task assignments across 10+ departments to confirm appropriateness and alignment with intern roles.
Student Recreational Center Member Services
04/2026 – PresentThe University of Texas at El Paso · El Paso, Texas
- Processed memberships for 1,000+ students, faculty, and alumni while verifying completion of liability forms.
- Conducted end-of-day audits to reconcile sales reports with receipts for in-person and online purchases.
Undergraduate Fellowship Program
02/2026 – 04/2026The University of Texas at El Paso · El Paso, Texas
- Researched competitive fellowship opportunities and developed a tailored personal statement.
Applied Knowledge
Projects & Case Studies
Internal Compliance Review
- Objective
- Confirm that personnel records and intern contracts met organizational requirements.
- Approach
- Audited 200+ employee profiles and reviewed task assignments across 10+ departments.
- Relevance to Tax
- Builds the documentation review and compliance verification skills used in tax engagements.
Daily Sales Reconciliation
- Objective
- Make sure daily reports accurately reflected all in-person and online transactions.
- Approach
- Matched end-of-day reports against sale receipts and investigated any discrepancies.
- Relevance to Tax
- Mirrors the reconciliation of source documents that supports accurate tax reporting.
Tax Preparation Training
- Objective
- Build a foundation in individual tax preparation.
- Status
- Expected completion October 2026.
Bookkeeping with QuickBooks Online
- Objective
- Demonstrate proficiency in cloud-based bookkeeping and financial recordkeeping.
- Outcome
- Earned the QuickBooks Online Certification through Intuit Academy.
Service
Community Involvement
Student Board of Directors
09/2024 – 05/2025GECU Credit Union · El Paso, Texas
- Conducted outreach to 450+ students to promote GECU scholarship opportunities and post-high school career pathways.
RelevanceExperience in a financial institution setting and clear communication of financial opportunities to a broad audience.
Volunteer
07/2024 – PresentEl Pasoans Fighting Hunger Food Bank · El Paso, Texas
- Assisted with the distribution of food for the El Paso community facing food insecurity.
RelevanceA multi-year commitment that shows reliability, organization, and responsibility.
Volunteer
08/2025 – PresentThe University of Texas at El Paso Mobile Food Pantry · El Paso, Texas
- Assisted with the distribution of packaged food to the UTEP community dealing with food insecurity.
RelevanceShows organized, people-centered service and a commitment to the community.
Capabilities
Skills & Certifications
Accounting & Tax Tools
Data & Analytics
Office & Technical
Professional Skills
Certifications & Professional Development
QuickBooks Online Certification
Intuit Academy
EarnedIntuit Academy Tax Level 1
Intuit Academy · Expected October 2026
In ProgressMicrosoft Word Certification
Microsoft 365 Apps
EarnedCertified Public Accountant (CPA)
Pursuing licensure after graduation
PlannedEndorsements
References
Professional and academic references are available upon request.
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Let’s Connect
Hiring for a tax accounting internship or an entry-level accounting role? I welcome the opportunity to discuss how my attention to detail, compliance experience, and bilingual communication skills can support your team.
Available for internships · Anticipated graduation December 2027
- Emailmcruzramirez112@gmail.com
- Phone(915) 845-6124
- LocationEl Paso, Texas