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As a recent graduate from Augustana College with a Bachelor of Arts in Accounting, I am excited about the opportunity to apply my academic knowledge and internship experience in a dynamic and impactful organization. My background in audit support, financial analysis, and accounting systems makes me a strong candidate to support your operational accounting team.  \nThrough internships with Ernst & Young and PenFed Credit Union, I developed key technical skills that directly align with the responsibilities of this role. At EY, I supported audit teams for clients like Capital One, utilizing Excel and digital tools such as Power BI and Alteryx to analyze financial data and streamline reporting. At PenFed, I conducted research using S&P Market Intelligence and Callahan data to deliver strategic insights ina final presentation to the CFO and VP of Finance. 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