Chris Mellinger, Cpa
About Chris Mellinger, Cpa
Chris Mellinger is a Financial Accountant currently employed at Burford Capital in Chicago, Illinois. He has a background in accounting and tax, having previously worked at Baker Tilly US and completed an internship at CLA.
Work at Burford Capital
Chris Mellinger has been employed at Burford Capital as a Financial Accountant since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for various financial accounting tasks, contributing to the company's financial reporting and analysis. Burford Capital operates in the legal finance sector, providing funding solutions for law firms and clients. Mellinger's expertise in financial accounting supports the company's operations in Chicago, Illinois.
Previous Experience at Baker Tilly US
Prior to his current position, Chris Mellinger worked at Baker Tilly US as a Senior Tax Associate for five months in 2022. He also served as a Tax Associate at the same firm from 2021 to 2022. In these roles, Mellinger focused on tax compliance and consulting, assisting clients with their tax-related needs. His experience at Baker Tilly US enhanced his skills in tax accounting and client service.
Internship at CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)
In 2019, Chris Mellinger completed a three-month internship at CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen) as a General Accounting Intern. This internship provided him with foundational experience in accounting practices and exposure to the professional accounting environment. Mellinger worked in the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area during this time, gaining valuable insights into the accounting industry.
Education and Expertise
Chris Mellinger studied at The University of Iowa Tippie College of Business, where he earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) in Accounting from 2016 to 2020. Prior to this, he attended Kirkwood Community College, focusing on Arts & Sciences from 2014 to 2016. His educational background has equipped him with a solid understanding of accounting principles and practices, which he applies in his professional roles.
Early Career and Other Roles
Before entering the accounting field, Chris Mellinger held various positions that contributed to his professional development. He worked as an Assistant Building Mechanic at the University of Iowa from 2017 to 2018 and as a Sales Associate at Scheels for four months in 2016. These early roles provided him with diverse experiences and skills that complement his accounting career.