Senior Tax Associate/Technical Architect
South Jordan, Utah, Us
As a senior tax associate, or "subject matter expert," I have assisted in the design and development of software tools, including tax preparation software, for accountants and other tax specialists. My work has required extensive research into tax law and IRS and other state agency forms and instructions as as well as a comprehensive understanding of tax principles and rules. I have specialized in issues related to individual and pass-through taxation, including basis/at-risk/passive loss limitations, rental and vacation home activities, multi-state apportionment and allocation of income, depreciation, and partnership special allocations. As a technical architect, additional responsibilities have included crafting technical solutions to especially complex tax calculations and scenarios, coordinating with engineering teams to prioritize the creation of development tools, providing feedback related to UI design and customer experience with our software, and training accountants in technical and tax matters.As opposed to simply preparing 1040, 1065, and 1120S tax returns, I have had the opportunity to actually build these returns from the ground up. This experience has given me a unique insight into the mechanics of tax forms and the way in which these forms break down tax law and regulations as well as a stronger understanding of the expectations and requirements of the tax agencies receiving these filings.