Rene Jacques, Mba Email & Phone Number

Shelton, CT, US

• Filed monthly Sales & Use Tax; Business Personal Property Returns for over 500 Carter’s and Oshkosh B’Gosh retail stores in 45 states within multiple local jurisdictions. Additionally, was fully responsible for 2.
• Analyzed property assessed value and processed payments. Filed IRS form 2290 – Use Tax Returns.
• Led budget allocation for The William Carter Company and subsidiaries. Audited capital improvement projects and vendor invoices for sales and use tax adequacy and accuracy. Processed sales tax refunds on international.
• Collaborated with Internal Audit for (SOX) Sarbanes Oxley requirements. Addressed audit inquiries.Areas of accomplishments include:
• Reduced William Carter Company assessed property value by 34% in 2012.
• Lowered assessed property value for Carter’s Retail Inc. by 9% in 2012.

• Handled sales and use tax filings for 700+ Ann Taylor stores in 40 states within multiple local jurisdictions.
• Demonstrated ability in processing Business Licenses and Renewals. Reviewed internal and external correspondences, including audit inquiries while consistently maintaining updated compliance calendar.

• Managed inventory levels, shipments, and returns. Reconciled inventory ledger, maintained inventory management system, and reviewed vendor quality certification. Monitored internal/external controls.
• Routinely provided financial support in the analyzing and assisting with inventory issues and questions.
• Successfully directed company employees to ensure consistency in inventory receiving and restocking.
• Responsibilities included: inventory control, shipping and receiving, and safety and hazardous training.
• Duties included: receiving and counting stock items, and recording data manually or using computer.
• Verified inventory computations by comparing them to physical counts; investigated discrepancies.

• Filed monthly Beverage Tax Returns in 42 states; processed over $20MM a year in excise tax payments.
• Handled audit requests and supporting schedules. Assisted Compliance Manager on federal tax matters.
• Responsibilities included: monitoring any changes in tax rates and legislation, and updating both the management and the team about discovered modifications to comply with authoritative requirements.
• Resolved tax assessments and notices through written and verbal communication with tax representatives.
• Compiled information and supported documentation to satisfy information document requests issued.

• Supervised a staff of 21 contracted while maintaining business activity records and collections. Performed account relationship management, ensured customer retention, and successfully increased revenue stream.
• Regularly met and exceeded monthly sales quotas by 3%, and earned Sales and Customer Service Award.
• Management recognized for identifying areas of opportunities to achieve account growth and drive sales.
• Established and developed relationships in new markets and consistently exceeded sales objectives.
• Consulted with clients to identify needs; formulated appropriate solutions to improve conversion/revenue.

• Expertly managed highest sales volume Mobil Mart. Hired, trained and coordinated a staff of 17 and administered human resource functions. Experienced in addressing and resolving customer issues.
• Ensured work schedules for a group of nine employees. Answered questions regarding status of wells.
• Maintained constant contact with vendors regarding production. Solved customer service problems.
• Balanced cash and receipts. Helped accountant maintain accurate financial records and documents.
• Coordinated teamwork assignments with management to ensure operational effectiveness of systems.Areas of accomplishments include:
• Developed expert marketing strategies to improved profitability by 30%.

• Performed monthly audits for 15 Mobil Marts located in New York and Connecticut. Performed audits on internal processes, cash management, inventory controls, employee files, and OSHA compliance.
• Worked closely with management to identify potential audit issues and developed strategies in line with corporate goals and business objectives. Provided strategic operational cost reduction recommendations.
• Implemented process improvements – reducing costs. Developed action plans to correct any irregularities.
• Compiled audit findings for modification/correction for the overall improvement of business operations.

Master Of Business Administration (M.B.A.)

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Business Administration