PRAGATI SABALE
Mumbai
Summary
A Certified public accountant (USA) and Chartered Accountant (India) with 3+ years of experience in US federal and state tax compliance .Specialized in preparation and technical review of Forms 1040 and 1120-C, managing complex, high-volume engagements during busy season while ensuring strict adherence to IRS and firm quality standards .Recognized for strong analytical skills, proactive client communication, and effective resolution of IRS matters.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Tax Associate – US Tax & Accounting
Astaguru Auction House Private Limited
11.2022 - Current
- Prepared and review 200+ US Individual Income Tax Returns (Form 1040) annually including Schedules A, B, C, D, E, and SE
- Prepared and review US C-Corporation Income Tax Returns (Form 1120-C) including Schedule M-1 and M-2 reconciliations
- Analyzed trial balances and financial statements to identify book-to-tax differences and required tax adjustments
- Computed federal and state taxable income, estimated tax payments, and extension filings (Form 7004)
- Reviewed depreciation schedules under MACRS and Section 179 deductions
- Handled multi-state tax filings and apportionment considerations
- Supervised and mentor junior tax staff during busy season
- Conducted tax research using IRS publications and authoritative guidance
- Prepared Forms 15CA and 15CB for foreign remittances and coordinated with external tax advisors
- Performed international tax analysis for cross-border transactions, including DTAA applicability and withholding tax determination
- Prepared financial statements as per Accounting Standards and Schedule III, ensuring accuracy and audit readiness.
- Prepared monthly MIS reports, variance analysis, and management dashboards
- Assisted clients in responding to IRS notices and tax authority correspondence
- Utilized Drake Tax, Lacerte, and QuickBooks for preparation and final review
Tax & Audit Associate
Madhav Joshi & Associates
06.2022 - 10.2022
- Prepared and reviewed 150+ income tax returns for individuals, corporations, and non-resident clients
- Assisted in preparation of US Form 1040 returns for resident and non-resident aliens
- Prepared audit workpapers and supported statutory audit engagements
Tax & Audit Associate
S N & Company
02.2018 - 02.2021
- Conducted tax audits and prepared compliance reports
- Managed high-volume income tax return engagements
- Prepared withholding tax documentation and reconciled tax liabilities
Education
Certified Public Accountant (CPA – USA) -
AICPA
USA01-2025
Chartered Accountant (India) -
ICAI
INDIA01-2022
Master of Commerce (M.Com) -
Mumbai University
Mumbai01-2019
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) -
Mumbai University
Mumbai01-2017
Skills
- US Individual Taxation
- US Corporate Taxation
- Tax Review & Supervision
- Book-to-Tax Reconciliation
- Multi-State Tax Compliance
- Tax Planning & Projections
- Depreciation
- Alternative Minimum Tax
- Capital Gains Reporting
- Investment Reporting
- Estimated Tax
- IRS Notice Response
- Tax Research
- Client Relationship Management
- Drake Tax
- Lacerte
- QuickBooks
- Zoho Books
- Power BI
- MS Office Suite
Certification
- Individual Income Tax Form 1040 – Comprehensive Certification (Udemy)
- Transfer Pricing Fundamentals & Form 3CEB – CA Monk
- Versant English Certification – CA Monk
Education And Professional Credentials
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA – USA), 05/25
- Chartered Accountant (India), 05/22
- Master of Commerce (M.Com), 05/19
- Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com), 05/17
Tax Software And Technical Skills
- Drake Tax
- Lacerte
- QuickBooks
- Zoho Books
- Power BI
- MS Office Suite
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hindi
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Marathi
Native
Native
Timeline
Senior Tax Associate – US Tax & Accounting
Astaguru Auction House Private Limited
11.2022 - Current
Tax & Audit Associate
Madhav Joshi & Associates
06.2022 - 10.2022
Tax & Audit Associate
S N & Company
02.2018 - 02.2021
Certified Public Accountant (CPA – USA) -
AICPA
Chartered Accountant (India) -
ICAI
Master of Commerce (M.Com) -
Mumbai University
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) -
Mumbai University