Nick Symon
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LinkedIn User
Nickolas is a very committed instructor who is passionate about his work and is eager to communicate that passion to those that work with him. He is very adaptable and was able to handle requests within a short timeline while still producing a high quality of work. Nickolas is a very reliable and trustworthy employee that was able to keep multiple lines of communication open with the multiple partners serviced with our organization.
Dustin Draggist
Nick demonstrated many outstanding qualities during his internship at Caterpillar. He is a very fast learner, eager to absorb knowledge and always ready to ask valuable questions. He demonstrated an excellent ability to understand the complex SAP systems that we are deploying and the ways in which they inter-relate. Nick also has excellent communication skills, which he demonstrated working not only with his core group but also to our system users. One thing that I particularly noticed is that he is the rare type that can have a fine attention to detail but still can accomplish his goals quickly. Nick completed many assignments during his internship that were highly complex and would be challenging for anyone new to the company. The manner in which he completed them, delivering timely and high quality work, was very impressive and garnered much positive attention from his colleagues. I think Nick will be our gold standard in the future should we pursue hiring additional interns. I am happy to recommend him and very glad that I had the pleasure to work with him.
LinkedIn User
Nickolas is a very committed instructor who is passionate about his work and is eager to communicate that passion to those that work with him. He is very adaptable and was able to handle requests within a short timeline while still producing a high quality of work. Nickolas is a very reliable and trustworthy employee that was able to keep multiple lines of communication open with the multiple partners serviced with our organization.
Dustin Draggist
Nick demonstrated many outstanding qualities during his internship at Caterpillar. He is a very fast learner, eager to absorb knowledge and always ready to ask valuable questions. He demonstrated an excellent ability to understand the complex SAP systems that we are deploying and the ways in which they inter-relate. Nick also has excellent communication skills, which he demonstrated working not only with his core group but also to our system users. One thing that I particularly noticed is that he is the rare type that can have a fine attention to detail but still can accomplish his goals quickly. Nick completed many assignments during his internship that were highly complex and would be challenging for anyone new to the company. The manner in which he completed them, delivering timely and high quality work, was very impressive and garnered much positive attention from his colleagues. I think Nick will be our gold standard in the future should we pursue hiring additional interns. I am happy to recommend him and very glad that I had the pleasure to work with him.
LinkedIn User
Nickolas is a very committed instructor who is passionate about his work and is eager to communicate that passion to those that work with him. He is very adaptable and was able to handle requests within a short timeline while still producing a high quality of work. Nickolas is a very reliable and trustworthy employee that was able to keep multiple lines of communication open with the multiple partners serviced with our organization.
Dustin Draggist
Nick demonstrated many outstanding qualities during his internship at Caterpillar. He is a very fast learner, eager to absorb knowledge and always ready to ask valuable questions. He demonstrated an excellent ability to understand the complex SAP systems that we are deploying and the ways in which they inter-relate. Nick also has excellent communication skills, which he demonstrated working not only with his core group but also to our system users. One thing that I particularly noticed is that he is the rare type that can have a fine attention to detail but still can accomplish his goals quickly. Nick completed many assignments during his internship that were highly complex and would be challenging for anyone new to the company. The manner in which he completed them, delivering timely and high quality work, was very impressive and garnered much positive attention from his colleagues. I think Nick will be our gold standard in the future should we pursue hiring additional interns. I am happy to recommend him and very glad that I had the pleasure to work with him.
LinkedIn User
Nickolas is a very committed instructor who is passionate about his work and is eager to communicate that passion to those that work with him. He is very adaptable and was able to handle requests within a short timeline while still producing a high quality of work. Nickolas is a very reliable and trustworthy employee that was able to keep multiple lines of communication open with the multiple partners serviced with our organization.
Dustin Draggist
Nick demonstrated many outstanding qualities during his internship at Caterpillar. He is a very fast learner, eager to absorb knowledge and always ready to ask valuable questions. He demonstrated an excellent ability to understand the complex SAP systems that we are deploying and the ways in which they inter-relate. Nick also has excellent communication skills, which he demonstrated working not only with his core group but also to our system users. One thing that I particularly noticed is that he is the rare type that can have a fine attention to detail but still can accomplish his goals quickly. Nick completed many assignments during his internship that were highly complex and would be challenging for anyone new to the company. The manner in which he completed them, delivering timely and high quality work, was very impressive and garnered much positive attention from his colleagues. I think Nick will be our gold standard in the future should we pursue hiring additional interns. I am happy to recommend him and very glad that I had the pleasure to work with him.
Credentials
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Certified Public Accountant
IllinoisAug, 2013- Nov, 2024
Experience
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doxo
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United States
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Technology, Information and Internet
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1 - 100 Employee
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Software Engineer
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Mar 2022 - Present
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EventLink LLC
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United States
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Advertising Services
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100 - 200 Employee
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Junior Developer
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Sep 2021 - Mar 2022
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Known Decimal
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United States
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Software Development
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1 - 100 Employee
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Junior Developer
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Mar 2021 - Sep 2021
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Personal Projects
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Software Development
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400 - 500 Employee
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Full Stack Engineer - Pod People
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Nov 2020 - Mar 2021
Pod People is a social networking application for podcasts. I used python web scraping libraries to build a database (using PostgreSQL) of the most popular podcasts on the iTunes directory, with all associated episodes. The back-end of the application is a REST API built using the Django Rest Framework. The front end is a SPA built using React, styling done with SASS/SCSS. Please visit at podpeople.app !
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Volunteer Web Scraping Engineer
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Jun 2020 - Mar 2021
Write, test, and deploy web-scrapers using the Python Scrapy library. The City Scrapers project is an open source community designed to standardize, scrape and share these meetings in a central database, in collaboration with City Bureau’s Documenters program. cityscrapers.org
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PowerReviews, a 1WorldSync Company
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United States
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Internet Publishing
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100 - 200 Employee
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Revenue Accounting Manager
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Mar 2019 - Oct 2020
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PwC
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Professional Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Manager - Capital Markets and Accounting Advisory Services (CMAAS)
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Jul 2018 - Mar 2019
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Senior Associate - Capital Markets and Accounting Advisory Services
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Sep 2015 - Jul 2018
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Senior Assurance Associate
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Nov 2013 - Sep 2015
Industry Specialization: Real Estate (REITs, Operating Companies, Fair Value Investment Funds)
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CohnReznick LLP
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United States
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Accounting
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700 & Above Employee
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Audit Associate
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Jan 2013 - Nov 2013
CohnReznick is the nation's 11th largest CPA firm. Perform audits, compilations, agreed-upon procedures, financial statement preparation, forensic accounting, and other assurance and attest services for clients in the affordable housing, real estate, and new markets tax credit industries. CohnReznick is the nation's 11th largest CPA firm. Perform audits, compilations, agreed-upon procedures, financial statement preparation, forensic accounting, and other assurance and attest services for clients in the affordable housing, real estate, and new markets tax credit industries.
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Northern Trust
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United States
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Financial Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Portfolio Accounting Analyst
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May 2011 - Dec 2012
Oversaw custody banking relationships totaling $15 billion of assets under service. Performed daily audits of client data to verify asset valuations and transaction activity. Provided monthly accounting, investment performance, and pension funding status reports. Interacted with clients directly to answer questions and research accounting inquiries. Key Accomplishments: -Volunteered to test critical new software application; selected by manager to become team subject matter expert… Show more Oversaw custody banking relationships totaling $15 billion of assets under service. Performed daily audits of client data to verify asset valuations and transaction activity. Provided monthly accounting, investment performance, and pension funding status reports. Interacted with clients directly to answer questions and research accounting inquiries. Key Accomplishments: -Volunteered to test critical new software application; selected by manager to become team subject matter expert on new application; assigned a lead role in the deployment of new software application, including application training and troubleshooting -Demonstrated initiative by independently building a dynamic PivotTable tool and exception report to help team managers track outstanding workload from new software application; the reporting system helped reduce average daily unresolved audit exceptions by 95% and was adopted by teams across Chicago and London -Led the professional development committee of a Northern Trust affinity organization for young professionals Show less Oversaw custody banking relationships totaling $15 billion of assets under service. Performed daily audits of client data to verify asset valuations and transaction activity. Provided monthly accounting, investment performance, and pension funding status reports. Interacted with clients directly to answer questions and research accounting inquiries. Key Accomplishments: -Volunteered to test critical new software application; selected by manager to become team subject matter expert… Show more Oversaw custody banking relationships totaling $15 billion of assets under service. Performed daily audits of client data to verify asset valuations and transaction activity. Provided monthly accounting, investment performance, and pension funding status reports. Interacted with clients directly to answer questions and research accounting inquiries. Key Accomplishments: -Volunteered to test critical new software application; selected by manager to become team subject matter expert on new application; assigned a lead role in the deployment of new software application, including application training and troubleshooting -Demonstrated initiative by independently building a dynamic PivotTable tool and exception report to help team managers track outstanding workload from new software application; the reporting system helped reduce average daily unresolved audit exceptions by 95% and was adopted by teams across Chicago and London -Led the professional development committee of a Northern Trust affinity organization for young professionals Show less
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Caterpillar Inc.
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United States
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Machinery Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Accounting Intern
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May 2010 - Aug 2010
Assisted the fixed asset accounting team on an ERP software conversion project. Created user documentation and tutorials for various fixed asset reports. Performed tests on the system's internal controls and interfaced with consultants and systems analysts to resolve defects. Created workflow documentation for the new system and helped the general ledger team update the chart of accounts. Assisted the fixed asset accounting team on an ERP software conversion project. Created user documentation and tutorials for various fixed asset reports. Performed tests on the system's internal controls and interfaced with consultants and systems analysts to resolve defects. Created workflow documentation for the new system and helped the general ledger team update the chart of accounts.
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University of Illinois Chicago
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Office Assistant--Department of Microbiology and Immunology
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May 2009 - May 2010
Oversaw the purchasing and recording-keeping functions at a campus research laboratory. Ordered supplies and equipment on behalf of researchers and tracked subsequent shipments. Maintained file of invoices and submitted receipts to central office. Handled products returns and vendor issues. Helped head scientist organize and submit research articles to the National Institute of Health online database. Oversaw the purchasing and recording-keeping functions at a campus research laboratory. Ordered supplies and equipment on behalf of researchers and tracked subsequent shipments. Maintained file of invoices and submitted receipts to central office. Handled products returns and vendor issues. Helped head scientist organize and submit research articles to the National Institute of Health online database.
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Instructor
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Oct 2006 - May 2009
With my co-instructor, designed the 20-week program curriculum and $50,000 annual budget for an after-school photography program at a Chicago Public High School. Recruited students and handled admission paperwork. Helped provide comprehensive photography training to an average of 25 students per semester. Gave presentations and facilitated class discussion. Organized and chaperoned field trips around the city. Maintained equipment inventory. Compiled and edited final presentation of student… Show more With my co-instructor, designed the 20-week program curriculum and $50,000 annual budget for an after-school photography program at a Chicago Public High School. Recruited students and handled admission paperwork. Helped provide comprehensive photography training to an average of 25 students per semester. Gave presentations and facilitated class discussion. Organized and chaperoned field trips around the city. Maintained equipment inventory. Compiled and edited final presentation of student artwork shown during final ceremony. Maintained discipline and met compliance with various organization goals and school policies. Singlehandedly organized and implemented successful resume preparation project. Show less With my co-instructor, designed the 20-week program curriculum and $50,000 annual budget for an after-school photography program at a Chicago Public High School. Recruited students and handled admission paperwork. Helped provide comprehensive photography training to an average of 25 students per semester. Gave presentations and facilitated class discussion. Organized and chaperoned field trips around the city. Maintained equipment inventory. Compiled and edited final presentation of student… Show more With my co-instructor, designed the 20-week program curriculum and $50,000 annual budget for an after-school photography program at a Chicago Public High School. Recruited students and handled admission paperwork. Helped provide comprehensive photography training to an average of 25 students per semester. Gave presentations and facilitated class discussion. Organized and chaperoned field trips around the city. Maintained equipment inventory. Compiled and edited final presentation of student artwork shown during final ceremony. Maintained discipline and met compliance with various organization goals and school policies. Singlehandedly organized and implemented successful resume preparation project. Show less
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Education
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2007 - 2010
University of Illinois at Chicago
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2005 - 2006
New York University
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Walter Payton College Prep
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