Results-driven finance and accounting professional with nearly 15 years of experience in tax planning, compliance, litigation, client relationship and team management, diligence reviews, consultancy, and project management. Also possess 3 years of experience in accounting. Currently serving as a Tax Senior at Ernst & Young (US TAX - Regulatory Services & Canada Tax - Regulatory Services - Direct Tax), responsible for handling and Reviewing Canadian and US tax returns. Extensive knowledge of federal and multistate tax laws and regulations. Proficient in immigration processes, drafting forms for various visas, and labor contract applications. Skilled in using online IT and tax research tools such as Outlook, Lotus Notes, Tiger, Adobe Acrobat, i-power, Citrix receiver, CCH Access, CCH Tax-prep, i-Firm, Go System & RS Client Software, DMS & Specimen 2012, DIGI GST software. Experienced in managing outsourced international tax consulting and analysis. Strong communication, interpersonal, organization, analytical, and planning skills. Seeking mid Managerial-level assignments in finance with a reputable organization in the financial service industry.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Tax Senior
Ernst & Young
02.2019 - Current
Conducting detailed reviews and analyses of Expatriate and Inpatriate Tax Returns for international clients, creating Management Information System (MIS) reports, and handling client billing
Leading and training a team of junior preparers, providing on-the-job training (OJT) tailored to the needs of new team members
Managing large client projects, including coordination and communication with overseas clients
Performing research and analysis to promptly address tax-related inquiries from assignees via email and phone
Assisting with the preparation and adjustment of Expatriate and Inpatriate International Tax Returns for entry into compliance systems for Canadian and U.S
Clients, including compiling work records
Specializing in the analysis of individual and multi-state tax returns for both Canada and the U.S., with a focus on Quebec Province tax laws and returns within the Canadian Tax Domain
Overseeing compliance tasks such as Comparative Tax Analysis and responding to IRS and CRA notices on behalf of assignees, including direct communication with tax authorities when necessary
Ensuring the timely delivery of tax returns in accordance with the time budgets and client guidelines
Allocating project work among team members and conducting final reviews of trainee preparers' work before submission to management
Developing and organizing training modules for new hires based on client specifications, focusing on the use of CCH Access and Tax prep & CCH I-Firm software, and covering topics such as residency status, employment income, other deductions, and non-refundable credits
Also responsible for presenting these modules to new employees
Gaining experience in the immigration visa process, including the preparation of Labor Contract Applications for H1B/H1B1/E3 visas and the completion of certified LCA forms such as G-28, I-129, I-129DC, I-129H, I-907, I-539, and I-765
Tax Senior
Ernst & Young
01.2017 - 06.2018
Conducting thorough reviews and analyses of international market tax returns and generating Management Information System (MIS) reports
Leading and providing on-the-job training (OJT) to a team of trainee preparers based on their specific needs
Overseeing project tasks for major clients and maintaining communication and coordination with overseas clients
Performing research analysis and offering prompt responses to assignees' tax inquiries via chat
Participating in the preparation and adjustment of international tax returns for entry into the domestic U.S
Compliance system, including the compilation of work records
Examining individual and multi-state tax returns for accuracy and compliance
Ensuring the delivery of tax returns within the deadlines set by client guidelines
Allocating and distributing project tasks among team members and conducting final reviews of the work produced by trainee preparers before submission to management
Managing and instructing the team on billable working hours in accordance with client and company policies
Developing and organizing training modules for new employees according to client specifications, focusing on the introduction of CCH Access software and covering topics such as residency status, employment income, deductions, and non-refundable credits, as well as presenting these modules to new hires
Preparing and analyzing GST Tax returns for major Indian companies using specialized company software, managing all GST return-related tasks, and liaising with clients as needed
Attended 2 months continuous training on GST concept (Indian Indirect Tax) with all the updated rules and regulation
Associate
PricewaterhouseCoopers SDC Pvt. Ltd.
01.2010 - 09.2015
Preparing and analyzing tax returns for the international market and crafting Management Information System (MIS) reports
Directing a team of eight trainee preparers, providing them with induction training and on-the-job training tailored to their needs
Managing project tasks for major clients and ensuring effective communication and coordination with overseas clients
Conducting research and promptly addressing assignees' tax inquiries via email
Involvement in tasks such as reconciling federal book to tax differences, preparing State Income Tax Returns, and adjusting for the Canada and U.S
Compliance systems, which includes organizing work records
Examining individual and multi-state tax returns for accuracy
Overseeing compliance operations, including Gross Up Calculation, Tax Estimation, Notice Of Assessment, Expense Report, Waiver, and Shadow Payroll Calculation, and responding to the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) and U.S
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) on behalf of assignees
Ensuring the delivery of tax returns within the deadlines established by client guidelines
Allocating and overseeing the distribution of project tasks among team members and conducting reviews of the trainee preparers' work before submission to management
Advising and managing the team regarding billable working hours in line with client and company standards
Leading the induction process and presenting to new hires about the client's processes and company norms
Creating and organizing training modules for new projects according to client specifications, which includes introducing Tax Prep software and guidelines on Document Management Systems (DMS), residency status, employment income, deductions, and non-refundable credits, and delivering these presentations to new employees
Successfully handled at least more than 30 clients
Appreciated with the Applause Award for the Outstanding Contribution in the year 2013
Business Associate
Tata Consultancy Services
10.2009 - 01.2010
Presented and analyzed individual Income Tax return for UK clients
Analyzed UK Tax Return for both expatriate and inpatriate
Prepared various reports & helped the top management for taking business decision
Actively handled the following client - Chantey Vellacott DFK
Received the Appreciation Certificate for Outstanding Contribution in TCS in the year 2009
Accounts Executive
Quatron Control System Pvt. Ltd.
09.2003 - 08.2006
Maintained books of accounts under Tally 7.2
Managed payments to internal & external stakeholder
Reconcile accounts payable & receivable
Ensured timely bank payments
Education
Post Graduate Diploma - Hospital Finance
Hospital & Health Care Management
New Delhi, India
01.2021 - 12.2021
MBA - Finance
IISWBM (Indian Institute of Social Welfare & Business Development)
Kolkata, India
01.2009 - 12.2009
B.Com. (Hons.) - undefined
Sammalani Mahavidyalaya
01.2003 - 12.2003
12th - undefined
Shivnath Sastri College
01.2000 - 12.2000
10th - undefined
Binodini Girls School
01.1998 - 12.1998
Skills
Cross-Border Tax Advisory
Certification
Gained Certificate on 'Internal Audit' from Udemy Academy.
Training
COCO Outlet Operation and Banking Finance, Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd., Kolkata, 3 Months (06/01/08 - 08/31/08), Management Trainee, Auditing of the Company Owned Customer Outlet and their financial operation.
Location Preference
Kolkata, West Bengal (Preferred)
Bangalore, Karnataka (Hybrid)
Hyderabad, Telangana (Hybrid)
Timeline
Post Graduate Diploma - Hospital Finance
Hospital & Health Care Management
01.2021 - 12.2021
Tax Senior
Ernst & Young
02.2019 - Current
Tax Senior
Ernst & Young
01.2017 - 06.2018
Associate
PricewaterhouseCoopers SDC Pvt. Ltd.
01.2010 - 09.2015
Business Associate
Tata Consultancy Services
10.2009 - 01.2010
MBA - Finance
IISWBM (Indian Institute of Social Welfare & Business Development)