I manage all non-income related taxes for multiple restaurant enterprises, overseeing every aspect from end-to-end. I lead treasury functions, developing new banking relationships, credit card processing systems, deposit strategies, and bonds. Additionally, I supervise all payroll operations, including biweekly processing, tax compliance, onboarding new companies, and resolving discrepancies.I support the annual forecasting and budgeting processes for the entire restaurant portfolio. Furthermore, I lead all functions of three departments—treasury, tax, and payroll—through effective management of over eight associates and several managers.• Steered the initiative to develop in-house filings and streamline the creation of uploads and work papers for payroll and unemployment taxes across the entire restaurant portfolio.• Spearheaded the creation and implementation of an annual tax calendar, consisting of all tax types for 14 reporting entities and over 30 disregarded entities.• Championed the establishment of an in-house process for personal property tax rendition filings, appeals, and asset disposition to improve control over tax obligations and reduce external dependency.

I assisted in jurisdictional audits to achieve no-change outcomes or maintain liabilities within company reserve practices. Collaborating with multi-departmental teams, I led efforts to upgrade and integrate ERP and Tax software, enhancing tax analysis, report creation, and processes for sales tax revenue recognition. Additionally, I guided and mentored all new staff members within the group.• Played key role in decreasing compliance cycle by over 25%.through critical monitoring of more than 50 entities and effective management of approx. 400 monthly returns.• Successfully eliminated 15 non-active entities and associated tax returns through company restructuring efforts.• Achieved favorable outcomes, including refunds or no tax due conclusions by leading several tax audits.

I produced pre-return spreadsheets and work papers, facilitating the creation and filing of tax returns via mail or electronic procedures. I updated the company general ledger to correct errors and exemptions. Additionally, I supported jurisdictional audits and contributed to acquisition integrations. I established new jurisdictional returns and companies.• Streamlined and automated use of tax process for 50 entities by transitioning from monthly to daily to near real-time processing.• Contributed to due diligence efforts on three major acquisitions and two minor ones by providing crucial support in evaluating potential investments and ensuring informed decision-making.Additional experience as Tax Accountant – Property Tax at Crown Castle USA.