Jeffrey Schmidt
Phoenix
Summary
Dynamic accounting professional with extensive experience at Western Chemical Intl and the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality. Proven expertise in forensic accounting and bank reconciliation, coupled with strong problem-solving skills. Successfully collaborated with legal teams to draft impactful legislation, enhancing Arizona's environmental laws while ensuring financial accuracy and compliance.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Accountant
Western Chemical Intl
Scottsdale
05.2017 - Current
I perform Accounts payable, Accounts Payable, Bank Reconciliations, and Customer Service
Software Tester
Arizona Department of Child Safety
2011 - 2017
- Developed and executed comprehensive test plans for software applications to ensure quality and functionality.
- Collaborated with development teams to identify, document, and track software defects using issue-tracking tools.
- Designed automated test scripts to enhance testing efficiency and reduce manual efforts across multiple projects.
- Conducted regression testing to verify that new code changes did not adversely affect existing functionalities.
Accountant
Arizona Department of Environmental Quality
Phoenix, AZ
1998 - 2011
Performed forensic accounting to determine all costs associated with each toxic waste cleanup site.
Worked with Arizona Attorney General attorneys to prosecute each case.
Determined payment schedules for defendants.
Drafted legal documents
Drafted all legal correspondence
Drafted several new laws to enhance the effectiveness of Arizona environmental laws
Education
Bachelor of Science -
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZSkills
Accounting and bookkeeping
Accounts payable and receivable
Bank reconciliation
Bookkeeping
Timeline
Accountant
Western Chemical Intl
05.2017 - Current
Software Tester
Arizona Department of Child Safety
2011 - 2017
Accountant
Arizona Department of Environmental Quality
1998 - 2011
Bachelor of Science -
University of Arizona