Linda Bryant

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Indirect Tax / Accounting Consultant @ Consultant / Self-Employed
Linda Bryant's Location
Miami-Fort Lauderdale Area, United States, United States
Linda Bryant's Contact Details
About Linda Bryant

I manage indirect tax functions for multi-state/location businesses of all sizes, ensuring compliance with tax laws throughout North America. I have more than 15 years of experience working with companies and clients in a diverse range of industries to manage tax preparation, review, and audits. I specialize in reducing tax liability by resolving complex tax issues and negotiating settlements. I am also skilled at designing tax databases and applying technology to improve the accuracy of tax data and the efficiency of tax reporting, saving both time and money.Finally, I am an experienced leader with expertise in hiring, training, coaching, and supervising staff. I thrive on new challenges, and am eager to expand my experience while applying my communication, problem-solving, collaboration, and leadership expertise. Please contact me at LindaMBryant99@gmail.com with any thoughts, comments, or questions about my work or qualifications, as I am always interested in making new professional acquaintances.

Linda Bryant's Current Company Details
Consultant / Self-Employed

Consultant / Self-Employed

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Indirect Tax / Accounting Consultant
Linda Bryant Work Experience Details
  • Consultant / Self-Employed
    Tax / Accounting Consultant
    Consultant / Self-Employed 2020 - Present
    - Perform accounting and tax services for clients - Reconciliation of general ledger accounts and bank statements- Assist in tax research, compliance matters, and special projects
  • Charter School Solution, Inc. - (Cssi)
    Financial Controller
    Charter School Solution, Inc. - (Cssi) 2019 - 2020
    - Managed all aspects of Accounting for more than 15 Charter Schools: Financial Statements, Bank Reconciliations, Accounts Payable, and Accounts Receivable - Processed Payroll for several schools and calculated bonus and retro payments- Managed, calculated and reported the Retirement funds- Assisted schools with special projects and miscellaneous items as needed
  • Ryder System, Inc.
    Senior Manager Operating Taxes
    Ryder System, Inc. 2018 - 2019
    Miami, Fl, Us
    - Managed all aspects of Real property tax, Personal property tax, Business license renewals, and assists with the management of Sales and Use tax, Federal Excise, Canada HST and GST- Heavy involvement with the implementation and maintenance of property tax compliance software- Accountable for the accuracy of the property tax calendar for due dates and payments- Accountable for timely review of property tax renditions, tax accruals and account reconciliations- Managed and develop property tax and business license staff- Accountable for the accuracy and maintenance of the property values and assessments in the personal property tax database and retrieval of the audit data- Managed property tax audits and assist with Sales and Use Tax Audits- Assisted Tax Director with special projects, as needed
  • Brightline Trains
    Tax Manager
    Brightline Trains 2017 - 2018
    Miami, Florida, Us
    -Oversee all aspects of tax, including, but not limited to the following: Sales and use taxes, Parking garage related taxes, Personal property taxes, Real estate taxes, Centrally assessed taxes, and Tax exemption certificate database-Prepare, review and manage the filing of returns, reports, and other tax communications for the Company-Perform research on tax related matters and current topics which may impact the operations-Research taxability of products and services by jurisdiction and summarize findings-Collaborate with Finance and Accounting on tax and accounting related issues-Regularly interact with senior management and executive levels on matters concerning functional areas
  • Erba Diagnostic, Inc. / Tyco Corporation / Amcor Corporation / Tap Consulting Group
    Consultant: Tax Supervisor / Tax Analyst
    Erba Diagnostic, Inc. / Tyco Corporation / Amcor Corporation / Tap Consulting Group 2012 - 2017
    (Various Industries – Retail, Manufacturing, Medical Devices, Security, Consulting, CPA Firm)-Managed the Indirect Tax Arena, including Puerto Rico and Canada (GST/PST/HST)-Researched applicable sales and use regulatory tax laws that impacted the revenue function and documenting results-Reviewed, researched, and made recommendations to updating the taxability decisions of products and locations-Prepared federal, state, local, and excised tax returns; including federal excise tax for medical devices-Knowledged of general accounting principles and financial systems-Assisted with audit preparation, tax research, compliance matters, and special tax projects
  • Burger King Corporation
    Tax Manager, Sales & Use
    Burger King Corporation 2009 - 2012
    Miami, Fl, Us
    Managed Nationwide Multi-state Sales & Use Tax, Property Tax and Audits for US locations, including Canada (GST/PST/HST) -Ensured compliance with personal property and sales & use tax laws for all North American locations, performing extensive research and statutory interpretation as necessary.-Prepared and managed state tax audits and appeals for all locations, and negotiated settlements.-Provided guidance and advice on tax planning initiatives.-Instrumental in Sabrix and One Source system implementation and accuracy with regard to item taxability.-Reconciled general ledger accounts to ensure SOX compliance.
  • Perfumania, Inc.
    Tax Manager
    Perfumania, Inc. 2004 - 2009
    Bellport, New York, Us
    Managed Nationwide Multi-State Tax for all locations, including Internet Company and chains in Puerto Rico -Directed preparation of all state and local sales & use, real & personal property, business, and income taxes for all North American locations for a perfume and cosmetics retailer, including Puerto Rico.-Researched and interpreted tax laws to ensure consistent compliance.-Managed tax audits and appeals, functioning as point of contact for auditors.-Worked closely with IT staff to maintain accuracy of taxable items in computer system.-Instrumental in the implementation of ZIP Sales Tax System for accuracy of taxability.
  • The Sports Authority
    Tax Supervisor
    The Sports Authority 2003 - 2004
    Englewood, Co, Us
    Supervised Nationwide Multi-state Sales & Use Tax preparation for locations, including foreign chains in Canada -Managed sales & use and property tax preparation, compliance, and audits for all North American locations of a sporting goods retailer, with responsibility for extensive tax law research.-Worked collaboratively with IT staff to ensure system accuracy with regard to item taxability.-Coordinated tax department move to another state.
  • Gardner & Associates, Cpa /  Rowe & Associates, Accounting-Tax Services
    Consultant
    Gardner & Associates, Cpa / Rowe & Associates, Accounting-Tax Services 2002 - 2003
    -Reviewed, prepared, and audited state, federal, partnership, S corporation, payroll, and sales & use tax returns for individual and business clients across numerous industries.-Conducted tax research, handled tax issues, and ensured client compliance with tax laws.
  • Gerald Stevens, Inc.
    Tax Manager
    Gerald Stevens, Inc. 1999 - 2001
    Managed Nationwide Multi-state Tax preparation for all chains, including foreign chains in Canada -Managed sales & use, occupational/business, real and personal property, and unclaimed property tax preparation and audits for multiple states and Canada.-Researched and interpreted tax laws, and ensured item taxability.
  • Discovery Zone, Inc.
    Tax Manager
    Discovery Zone, Inc. 1996 - 1999
    Organized and managed a nationwide, multi-state tax arena with domestic and foreign chains; Canada and Puerto Rico -Oversaw all tax functions for a chain of children’s amusement centers throughout North America, including Canada and Puerto Rico; managed sales & use, intangible, franchise, corporate, federal, real property, personal property, unclaimed property, business license & occupation, and payroll tax.-Managed tax audits, monitored tax law changes, resolved tax issues, and ensured item taxability.

Linda Bryant Skills

Tax Accounting General Ledger Auditing Corporate Tax Sarbanes Oxley Act Internal Controls Tax Returns Tax Research Account Reconciliation Financial Reporting Gaap Financial Accounting Preparation Payroll Tax Law Us Gaap Tax Accounting Quickbooks Journal Entries Payroll Taxes Indirect Taxation

Linda Bryant Education Details

  • Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University
    Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University
    Accounting
  • Nova Southeastern University
    Nova Southeastern University
    Tax
  • Pahokee High School
    Pahokee High School
    Math / Accounting

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