Eric Brooks
About Eric Brooks
Eric Brooks is an Assurance Staff member at Marcum LLP in Chicago, Illinois, with a background in accounting and customer service. He has held various roles, including internships in tax and finance, and has experience as a camp counselor.
Work at Marcum
Eric Brooks has been employed at Marcum LLP as Assurance Staff since 2021. His role involves providing assurance services, which include auditing and financial reporting. Working in the Chicago office, he contributes to various client engagements, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations. His experience in assurance allows him to apply his academic knowledge in a practical setting, enhancing his professional skills.
Education and Expertise
Eric Brooks studied at Butler University, specifically at the Lacy School of Business, where he focused on Accounting from 2018 to 2021. His education provided him with a solid foundation in accounting principles and practices. This academic background supports his current role in assurance and has equipped him with the necessary skills to excel in the accounting field.
Background
Before joining Marcum LLP, Eric gained diverse experience through various internships and roles. He worked as an Accounting Intern at Spot Freight in 2020 and as a Tax Intern at K·Coe Isom in 2021. Additionally, he served as a Financial Representative Intern at Northwestern Mutual and worked as a Bartender/Catering Server at Levy Restaurants. His early experience as a Camp Counselor at Wilmette Park District from 2013 to 2018 helped him develop leadership and customer service skills.
Internship Experience
Eric Brooks has completed several internships that contributed to his professional development. He interned at Spot Freight as an Accounting Intern for four months in 2020, where he gained practical accounting experience. In 2021, he worked as a Tax Intern at K·Coe Isom for three months, furthering his understanding of tax regulations. His internship at Northwestern Mutual as a Financial Representative Intern provided insights into financial services, rounding out his diverse internship background.
Entrepreneurial Endeavors
Eric started his own business, which allowed him to cultivate essential skills such as patience, leadership, and customer service. This entrepreneurial experience has contributed to his overall professional development and complements his formal education and work experience in accounting and assurance.