Nicholas Wood, CPA

Nicholas Wood, CPA, has a diverse work experience spanning multiple industries. Nicholas currently works as a Staff Accountant/AP Specialist at Virtium LLC since March 2022. Prior to this, they worked at Related Companies as a Staff Accountant from November 2015 to April 2022, where they handled various accounting tasks including month-end close, bank reconciliations, intercompany reconciliations, and assisting in year-end audits. Nicholas was also responsible for processing invoices and payments, recording receipts, and daily cash reconciliations. Nicholas began their accounting career at American Capital Group Inc. in February 2013, where they worked as a Staff Accountant. Their responsibilities included processing vendor payments, posting customer payments, submitting monthly reports, assisting in month-end reconciliations, auditing customer accounts, and filing sales tax returns for multiple states. Prior to that, they gained experience as a Math Tutor at Academy Learning Center from April 2012 to November 2015, helping students with mathematics. Nicholas also worked as a Grooming Assistant at Petco from January 2010 to March 2013, where they calculated sales targets and assisted customers. Additionally, Nicholas has interned at Anfield Capital Management, LLC in 2012 and worked as a Floor Supervisor/Office Staff at Wags and Wiggles Dog Daycare from June 2005 to May 2010, handling customer payments, supervising coworkers, and scheduling boarding dates. Nicholas possesses proficiency in various software including Microsoft Office, JD Edward's accounting software, Lease Plus, Great Plains, and Accounting & Contract software.

Nicholas Wood, CPA began their education journey in 2004 at Saddleback College, where they pursued an Associate of Arts (A.A.) degree in Mathematics. Nicholas completed this program in 2008, after which they continued their studies at California State University, Fullerton. From 2008 to 2012, Nicholas earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Mathematical Statistics and Probability.

Seeking further specialization in accounting, Nicholas returned to Saddleback College in 2014. Nicholas completed an Accounting Certificate program, which lasted from 2014 to 2017. This certification helped him build a solid foundation in the field of accounting.

In December 2020, Nicholas obtained the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license from the California Board of Accountancy, adding to their qualifications.

Overall, Nicholas Wood, CPA has a well-rounded educational background, combining knowledge in mathematics and statistics with expertise in accounting.