Gurbir Singh
Kolkata
Summary
Ambitious individual with hands-on training in fast-paced tax services office. Highly proficient in reviewing federal, state, and local tax returns, and conducting tax planning and research. Well-versed in tax regulations. Excels under pressure and work effectively in both self-directed and team-based capacities.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Associate
EY
Kolkata
01.2025 - Current
- Review federal, state, and local tax returns, from simple to complex, for HNI individuals.
- Review client information to ensure the accuracy of all documents submitted for filing.
- Researched changes in relevant laws or regulations as they pertain to taxes.
- Assisted in organizing team meetings and scheduling appointments.
- Analyzed data and created reports for senior management.
- Provided direction and guidance to junior associates on complex tasks.
Senior Associate
PwC
Kolkata
07.2024 - 01.2025
- Reviewed federal, state, and local tax returns from simple to complex for HNI individuals.
- Review other forms for individuals, like 709 (Gift Tax Return), 990 (Foundation Return), 1041 (Trust Returns), and 1065 (Partnership).
- I was the career coach for interns and new hires.
- I worked directly with the Engagement Team on some complex returns and projects.
- I was part of a gift tax specialized team for dealing with gift tax returns only.
- Given training to new hires on technical skills and software, and also prepared simulations for them.
- Performed calculations to determine estimated taxes due or refund accepted.
- Performed calculations to determine extension payments, if any.
Associate II
PwC
Kolkata
01.2023 - 06.2024
- Prepared moderate to complex federal, state, and local tax returns, trusts returns, Gift Tax returns, non-profit organizations returns and partnerships returns for individual HNI.
- Performed quality checks (QC) of the returns prepared by another preparer.
- Conducted research on current tax laws and regulations for accurate reporting.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of tax software and filing systems.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and improve efficiency.
Tax Associate
PwC
Kolkata
02.2021 - 01.2023
- Prepared simple to moderate federal, state, and local tax returns, trust returns, non-profit organization returns, and partnership returns for individual HNIs.
- Prepared returns for cross-teams to meet the filing deadline.
- Conducted research on current tax laws and regulations for accurate reporting.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of tax software and filing systems.
- Attended continuing education courses related to taxation topics.
Education
Master of Commerce (H) - Accounting And Finance
Calcutta University
Kolkata10-2020
Bachelor of Commerce (H) - Accounting And Finance
Umeshchandra College
Kolkata06-2018
High School Diploma -
Shree Jain Vidyalaya
Kolkata05-2015
Skills
- Tax compliance
- Regulatory research
- Data analysis
- Quality control
- Client relationship management
- Microsoft tools, including Copilot
- Multi-tasking
- Problem resolution
Accomplishments
- I am awarded rewards like the Spot Award, the Tax Excellence Award, the Central Award, and the Achiever Extraordinaire
- I was awarded a role as career coach for new hires.
Languages
Hindi
First Language
Hindi
Proficient (C2)
C2
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Timeline
Senior Associate
EY
01.2025 - Current
Senior Associate
PwC
07.2024 - 01.2025
Associate II
PwC
01.2023 - 06.2024
Tax Associate
PwC
02.2021 - 01.2023
Master of Commerce (H) - Accounting And Finance
Calcutta University
Bachelor of Commerce (H) - Accounting And Finance
Umeshchandra College
High School Diploma -
Shree Jain Vidyalaya