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Prahaladha Ramachandra

Prahaladha Ramachandra

Bangalore

Summary

Accomplished Tax Manager, adept at tax compliance and workflow management. Led teams to enhance operational efficiency, achieving departmental goals while training staff. Excelled in client relationship management and problem-solving, streamlining processes that improved accuracy in tax return submissions and billing management.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Tax Manager

MGO India
Bangalore
07.2022 - Current

Reviewed 1040 and 1041 tax returns to ensure regulatory compliance.

  • Analyzed complex HNI returns, addressing technical concepts and foreign filings.
  • Prepared and reviewed multiple 1041 Trust returns, including simple, complex, and grantor types.
  • Trained team members on best practices and effective use of tax software.
  • Utilized SurePrep and CCH to improve efficiency in return preparation processes.
  • Managed workflow to enhance productivity and meet critical deadlines.
  • Led a team of 17 professionals to achieve departmental goals.
  • Supervised five staff members assisting external CPA firms.

Tax Manager

Ernst & Young Global Delivery Network
Bangalore
02.2022 - 06.2022
  • Managed US taxation processes for high-net-worth individuals and domestic clients.
  • Reviewed HNI tax returns to ensure compliance with regulations.
  • Created and reviewed billing invoices to maintain accurate financial records.
  • Conducted thorough reviews of Gift Tax returns for accuracy and completeness.
  • Performed quarterly estimate calculations to optimize tax planning strategies.

Tax Manager

PwC SDC
Bangalore
10.2019 - 02.2022
  • Managed global client interactions, including signing tax returns and IRS communications.

Led multiple teams, facilitating coordination and briefing calls for US tax return preparations.

  • Handled year-end payroll projects, ensuring compliance and timely processing for clients.
  • Delivered quarterly tax estimate payments for clients, maintaining accuracy in submissions.
  • Set up billing processes, overseeing monthly and quarterly invoicing for services rendered.
  • Provided tax consulting services to clients, addressing inquiries and delivering tailored solutions.
  • Streamlined internal processes to enhance operational efficiency across teams and projects.
  • Oversaw taxpayer interactions, fostering positive relationships through effective communication.

Tax Supervisor

Ernst & Young Global Delivery Network
Bangalore
01.2013 - 09.2019

Led team responsible for signing US tax returns and coordinating assignee interactions.

  • Managed IRS, briefing, and assignee calls to address inquiries efficiently.
  • Interacted with taxpayers to gather information and resolve tax queries promptly.
  • Trained new hires to enhance team performance and compliance standards.
  • Signed tax returns and notice response letters, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
  • Revamped Global Mobility workbook for US Tax practice to streamline complex calculations.

Developed Excel tools to reduce repetitive tasks and improve process efficiency.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce -

Bangalore University
Bangalore
05-2012

Skills

  • Tax compliance
  • Workflow management
  • Team leadership
  • Process improvement
  • Effective communication
  • Problem solving
  • Billing management
  • Client relationship management
  • Staff training

Accomplishments

  • MGO (Macias, Gini, & O’Connell) India-Won the Pinnacle Award in March 2023
  • PwC-Won the Tax Excellence Award in April 2021
  • Ernst & Young GDN won EY’s prestigious Golden Beam Award in 2015 and was re-nominated in 2016
  • Ernst & Young GDN-Recognized as the star performer of the team in June 2014

Languages

English
First Language
English
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2

Timeline

Tax Manager

MGO India
07.2022 - Current

Tax Manager

Ernst & Young Global Delivery Network
02.2022 - 06.2022

Tax Manager

PwC SDC
10.2019 - 02.2022

Tax Supervisor

Ernst & Young Global Delivery Network
01.2013 - 09.2019

Bachelor of Commerce -

Bangalore University
Prahaladha Ramachandra