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Los Angeles, Ca, Us

Conduct complex tax research, ensuring accurate and compliant preparation of personal, corporate, partnership, and fiduciary tax returns. Demonstrate expertise in tax compliance oversight, analyzing and interpreting IRS notices, and drafting effective responses. Represent clients before the IRS and state tax authorities, resolving inquiries precisely and efficiently.• Client Management: Manage a diverse client base and be the critical point of contact for business and personal engagements. Prepare complex tax returns efficiently and establish and nurture relationships with clients. Stay attentive to client needs, provide clear and insightful guidance, and demonstrate a commitment to quality service. Contribute significantly to client satisfaction and the retention of the client base. Serve as a trusted advisor in the financial realm and add substantial value to the firm's reputation in the industry.• Tax Compliance: Analyze and interpret IRS notices, understand the implications for clients, and formulate appropriate responses. Exercise attention to detail in identifying any discrepancies or issues in tax filings and communicate effectively with tax authorities to facilitate the resolution of any inquiries. Provide timely and accurate responses, uphold the financial integrity of your clients, and build a reputation for the firm as a reliable and compliant tax service provider.

Albany, New York, Us

Play a pivotal role in facilitating transactions for clients seeking prime real estate opportunities. Ensure that client's needs are met and transactions are executed smoothly. Maintain relationships to help expand portfolios. Acquire industry knowledge and stay updated on local, state, and federal regulations related to commercial real estate transactions. Conduct comparative and financial analyses to determine competitive market prices.• Property Valuation: Conduct thorough market research using various cutting-edge technology tools to identify investment opportunities. Analyze market trends, demographics, and economic indicators to provide valuable insights to clients. • Deal Negotiation: Negotiate favorable terms for clients through strong negotiation skills. Navigate complex discussions and strive to achieve terms and outcomes that align with clients’ financial objectives. • Financial Analysis: Conduct complex analysis, including cash flow projections, equity waterfall modeling, and scenario analysis to assist the internal team and clients in making informed investment decisions.

Mountain View, California, Us

Held a key role in providing expert tax services to small business customers, leveraging qualifications and skills in accounting and taxation. Applied high attention to detail, ensuring compliance with federal and state tax regulations. Utilized proficiency in accounting software, particularly QuickBooks Online, to contribute to efficient and accurate tax preparation. • Tax Planning: Played a pivotal role in offering tailored advice on tax-related issues and assisting small business customers in navigating business tax planning. The role extended to providing tax advisory and planning services, helping businesses understand their tax obligations, and maximizing deductions. Demonstrated exceptional organizational and problem-solving skills, along with strong time-management capabilities.• Customer Service: Demonstrated a commitment to delivering delightful, high-quality customer service. Utilized excellent communication skills, both written and oral, to effectively address routine tax questions, documenting interactions with clients while adhering to company practices and procedures.

Assisted various out-of-state and elderly buyers in purchasing their homes in the Capital Region. Conducted comprehensive consultations with clients to understand their residential real estate needs, preferences, and budget constraints. Utilized market knowledge and resources to identify suitable residential properties for families and investors. Coordinated property showings, ensuring a personalized and efficient client experience during the home search.• Transaction Coordination: Collaborated with legal professionals to review and finalize contracts and agreements. Worked with the title company, mortgage broker, inspectors, and assessor to ensure the transaction proceeded smoothly and the client stayed informed and updated with important events and dates.• Marketing: Devised comprehensive marketing strategies to elevate the visibility of residential properties and attract a pool of potential buyers. Conducted open houses, coordinated virtual tours, and implemented social media campaigns to engage with a broad audience and build a buyer's list.

Los Angeles, Ca, Us

• Provided comprehensive support in tax preparation for over 370 customers, including C-Corps, S-Corps, Partnerships, Gift, Trust, and SMLLCs, with multimillions in assets, ensuring potential risks were identified and addressed.• Maintained financial transactions by establishing accounts, posting transactions, and performing periodic account reconciliation; prepared and analyzed reports for monthly close and economic reporting cycles.• Organized documents and reviewed financial statements to prepare quarterly and annual projections to assist clients with estimated payments using BNA software.• Reported results to seniors and partners to assist clients in making informed decisions.

Los Angeles, Ca, Us

Westlake Village, Ca, Us

Played a crucial role in documenting the financial position of the organization. Ensured accurate tax reporting, conducted reconciliations, and provided valuable insights through detailed analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual tax and financial information. Assisted in the monthly close process and prepared Sales & Use Tax provisions for the Tax Director and CFO's review. • General Ledger Accounting: Prepared recurring and non-recurring journal entries and accruals, ensuring adherence to accounting principles. Conducted monthly reconciliations of sales tax and general ledger accounts, addressing discrepancies promptly.• Audit Support: Managed correspondence with taxing authorities and promptly responded to audit notices. Compiled supporting documentation for swift income, property, and sales tax audits, ensuring completeness and accuracy of records and avoiding penalties.

Mountain View, California, Us

• Helped TurboTax customers with their tax returns with tax advice, product and software inquiries, and calculations. • Documented client interactions. • Utilized government and professional resources to deliver accurate answers to customers. • Applied company policies and procedures to troubleshoot issues.

Glendale, California, Us

Engaged with clients to address their tax questions and concerns both over the phone and in person. Directly assisted distressed taxpayers in all fifty states, collaborating closely with a tax attorney to draft offers in compromise and installment agreements. • Tax Resolution: Prepared and filed accurate tax returns for individuals and businesses, ensuring compliance with tax laws and regulations. Represented clients before the IRS and state authorities in various tax matters, displaying effective communication skills.• Negotiation: Demonstrated a high level of proficiency in negotiating with the IRS, including levy/garnishment release. Appealed rejections when applicable, ensuring comprehensive representation of clients' interests.• Revenue Generation: Prepared over two thousand returns in 2 years and directly added to the company's top-line revenue while maintaining exceptional client satisfaction. Completed additional tasks and duties as needed, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability.

• Provided free tax preparation assistance to individuals and families with low-to-moderate incomes.• Navigated the tax code, identified eligible tax credits and deductions, and filed tax returns accurately and on time.• Promoted financial literacy and community engagement while providing valuable experience in tax preparation and customer service.

Chicago, Illinois, Us

• Directed staff to follow procedures to ensure smooth operational flow.• Completed day-end closing procedures and opened POS for the next business day.• Reduced losses by minimizing waste and contributed to store goals by suggestive selling.• Communicated essential information and employee concerns to the store manager at the end of the shift.

Jersey City, Nj, Us

• Conducted interviews with clients to obtain personal information required for filing their taxes using excellent communication and interpersonal skills.• Ensured that every client received all industry-specific credits and deductions they were entitled to.• Accurately inputted all data using relevant tax software to calculate the client's taxes.• Promptly responded to general queries regarding tax matters and filing procedures.

Deerfield, Il, Us

• Worked as a team member to provide excellent customer service.• Assisted customers with their shopping needs and provided accurate information regarding product availability and pricing.• Maintained store appearance and performed inventory management tasks.• Demonstrated proficiency in cash handling and basic accounting tasks.

Bachelor’S Degree, Accounting

Gce Advanced Level, Accounting And Business/Management