Ajit Kumar Mahapatra
Hyderabad
Summary
Dedicated and detail-oriented professional with 2 years of experience in US federal and state Research and Development (R&D) tax credit compliance. Proven expertise in analyzing complex tax codes, accurately analyzing and submitting federal and state credits, and performing complex calculations. Highly organized, detail- oriented, and adept in multitasking in a fast- paced environment.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate - US R&D Tax Credits and Incentives
Alliantgroup
Hyderabad
04.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with Project Manager and QC teams, spearheading critical components of R&D credit studies. Ensured all engagements aligned with practice standards, and within budget, while upholding stringent adherence to timelines and quality benchmarks;
- Utilized MS Office tools proficiently to analyze and visualize client data across diverse areas including project list vetting analysis, project sampling, and expense vetting and mapping. Developed presentations and comprehensive reports for different phases of the R&D study, showcasing a strong ability to manipulate data effectively and communicate findings clearly;
- Performed in-depth financial analysis and calculations to ascertain qualifying R&D expenditures and corresponding tax credits. Evaluated various cost categories such as qualified employee wages, supplies, contract expenses, and overhead costs, applying precise tax credit methods for accurate credit calculation;
- As part of the IRS documentation process, drafted extensive case studies, general processes, supply memos, contractor memos, amendment reports on qualified projects;
- Part of the training team, conducted various training sessions for new joiners on various industries and deliverables; and
- Demonstrated project management skills, keeping project accountability to respective team members, and updated Manager and team member with the delivery of engagements as needed.
Finance Intern
Odisha Mining Corporation
Odisha
10.2021 - 12.2021
- OMC's financial statements and ratio analysis from 2015 to 2021
Education
MBA - Financial Management
Utkal University
Bhubaneswar01-2020
Bachelor of Science - Botany
North Orissa University
Odisha01-2017
Skills
- Strong Written and Verbal Communication
- Decision-making and Project Management
- Strong analytical skills
- Legal Compliance Understanding
- Report Writing
- Financial Documentation
- Organizing and Time Management
- Secondary Research
- R&D Credit Calculation
- Flexible and Time Management
- Goal Setting and Budgeting
Languages
Hindi
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Affiliations
- Cooking
- Singing
- Traveling
Certification
- Value Added Certification Course on Entrepreneurship Ideation - Utkal University
- Soft Skill Training Program for Personality Development - Utkal University
- Advanced MS Excel
Timeline
Associate - US R&D Tax Credits and Incentives
Alliantgroup
04.2022 - Current
Finance Intern
Odisha Mining Corporation
10.2021 - 12.2021
MBA - Financial Management
Utkal University
Bachelor of Science - Botany
North Orissa University
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