Shivani Shinde
Nashik
Summary
U.S. Tax professional with 4 years of experience and strong fundamentals in U.S. taxation, specializing in corporate, partnership, Federal, State, Local, and International tax compliance. Experienced in tax research, preparation and review of tax workpapers, XML files, and tax provision reports, with exposure to multiple C1 Tax Audit and C2 Tax Provision engagements. Served as the primary point of contact (POC) for multiple engagements, with proven experience in leading engagements, mentoring associates, and leveraging tax technologies to deliver high-quality, accurate, and compliant client solutions within deadlines.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Tax Associate 2
PriceWaterhouseCoopers (PwC)
Bengaluru
07.2024 - Current
- Federal, State, Local, Combined, and International tax returns, with primary focus on Form 1120.
- Prepared complete Federal workpapers, trial balances, estimates, and extension workpapers in compliance with Federal and State tax regulations.
- Conducted tax research using CCH, OneSource Checkpoint, and state-specific tax form instructions to resolve technical tax issues.
- Proficient in OneSource Income Tax (OIT), CCH, GoRS, and SuperForms Tax.
- Leveraged automation tools including Smart Review Tool (SRT), Alteryx, and Power BI to improve review efficiency and reporting.
- Led multiple tax engagements independently, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and high-quality client service.
- Served as Lead Preparer and POC for multiple engagements with over 1500 compliance hours.
- Managed, mentored, and trained India associates on tax processes and firm tools.
- Collaborated effectively with engagement teams, providing constructive feedback and technical guidance to enhance quality and compliance.
- Supported multiple C1 Tax Audit and C2 Provision engagements.
Tax Associate
PriceWaterhouseCoopers (PwC)
05.2022 - 06.2024
- Preparing Federal tax returns for Corporations and Operating Partnerships
- Experienced in preparing and reviewing U.S. tax forms, including Forms 1120, 1065, 5471, 5472, and 8858.
- Worked on separate and consolidated state returns along with extension vouchers.
- Worked more than 2000 hours in US Tax Compliance
- Proficient in tax software and platforms, including GoRS, OIT, and SuperForms Tax.
- Coding and mapping client accounts with Firms chart of accounts
- Review of XML’s and returns with less complexity
- Conducted research on tax regulations and compliance issues.
- Assisted clients with tax planning strategies and solutions.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of sensitive client information while ensuring compliance with organizational and professional standards.
Education
MBA - Finance
Indira School of Business Studies
Pune 06.2020 - 06.2022
B.com -
KTHM College
Nashik 06.2016 - 06.2019
Skills
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage competing demands and deadlines
- High quality work with utmost diligence
- Team Player with good communication skills
- Adhering to deadlines and extending help per client requirements
- Ability to efficiently collaborate with and lead team members in varying levels and roles
- Mentoring and training peers and new hires
Proficient in Microsoft office tools, OIT and other tax tools - Federal, State and International preparation
Languages
Marathi
First Language
Hindi
Proficient (C2)
C2
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Timeline
Tax Associate 2
PriceWaterhouseCoopers (PwC)
07.2024 - Current
Tax Associate
PriceWaterhouseCoopers (PwC)
05.2022 - 06.2024
MBA - Finance
Indira School of Business Studies
06.2020 - 06.2022
B.com -
KTHM College
06.2016 - 06.2019