Nichelle D. West is an accomplished accounting professional with over eighteen years of experience, bringing a wealth of expertise in financial management, tax preparation, and bookkeeping. With strong interpersonal skills and an in-depth understanding of current accounting practices, she has built a reputation for delivering strategic financial solutions to individuals, small businesses, nonprofits, and government entities.

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Nichelle earned her Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting from the University of Northern Colorado. She began her career as a Financial Auditor at a CPA firm, where she examined and analyzed financial records to assess the financial health of nonprofits and local government organizations. Simultaneously, she worked as a professional tax preparer with a nationwide tax firm, staying up to date with evolving tax laws while maintaining her commitment to excellence in tax preparation. Today, she is a certified IRS Enrolled Tax Preparer and a proud member of the National Association of Tax Professionals.

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To further enhance her bookkeeping expertise, Nichelle earned a Professional Bookkeeping Certificate from the Accounting and Business School of the Rockies. She has provided financial support to numerous multimillion-dollar nonprofit organizations and investment funds, strengthening their financial operations and reporting structures.

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In 2011, Nichelle envisioned launching her own accounting and bookkeeping firm—a vision that became a reality in 2017 with the founding of Abundance Accounting and Bookkeeping LLC. As Founder and CEO, she now has the opportunity and privilege to:

• Prepare federal and state tax returns for individuals and small businesses, from simple to complex filings.

• Help clients minimize tax liability and identify deductions and credits they qualify for.

• Provide full-charge bookkeeping services, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, financial statement preparation, and general ledger management.

• Deliver financial reporting and strategic business insights to help clients make informed decisions, even in the most complex financial situations.

• Offer high-level accounting services, including business planning, budgeting, and forecasting, to support long-term financial success.

 

Nichelle is dedicated to empowering businesses and individuals through expert financial guidance, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and financial growth.