Syed Asad Madni
Assistant Manager at EY
Bangalore
Summary
- With over 6 years of dedicated experience in German taxation, I have honed my expertise in income tax review and compliance to ensure the financial well-being of clients. My journey began with a strong accounting foundation, having completed A1 and A2 levels in German language course.
- As an Engagement Contact for multiple valued clients, I have built lasting relationships based on trust, integrity, and personalized attention to their unique engagement specific needs. My commitment to excellence extends to team leadership, where I guide and mentor colleagues to deliver exceptional service and results.
- My strategic mindset and forward-thinking approach have been instrumental in source planning for the financial years 2024 and 2025, optimizing tax outcomes for clients while staying compliant with evolving regulations.
- Spearheading as an cultural team lead at EY across multilevel departments.
- Lead for Knowledging sharing calls across three counties and three timezones
- Multiple awards for delivering exceptional client deliverables and handling two different teams and leading them
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
1
1
Language
Work History
Assistant Tax Manager
EY
Bengaluru, India
01.2023 - Current
- Managed a diverse client portfolio, effectively prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines.
- Assisted in the development of best practices guidelines for efficient handling of various taxation tools across the organization.
- Safeguarded clients from potential penalties by proactively identifying and addressing alternatives in tax filings.
- Provided exceptional customer service by promptly responding to inquiries and addressing concerns related to taxation matters.
- Increased client satisfaction by providing accurate and timely tax advice.
- Enhanced team productivity by training and mentoring junior staff members.
- Exceeded annual performance goals by consistently delivering high-quality work within tight deadlines.
- Supported senior management in strategic planning initiatives aimed at improving overall departmental performance.
- Participated in professional development programs to enhance technical expertise in relevant areas of taxation.
- Handled sensitive client information with utmost confidentiality while adhering to data protection policies and regulations.
- Actively participating in the staff and senior level hiring process
Senior Tax Consultant
Deloitte
Bengaluru, India
05.2021 - 12.2022
- Handling multiple engagements without compromising quality and delivering exceptional client service.
- Handling VIP client deliverables with customized deadline and engagement specific compensation data
- Restricted stock unit calculations of various clients
- Trained and developed junior staff and new hires
- New hire and refresher trainer for German tax laws
Advanced Tax Analyst
EY
Bengaluru, India
04.2019 - 05.2022
- Preparation of Individual German income tax returns. Ensuring the tasks are completed within agreed timelines.
- Meeting targets provided by the Engagement managers
- Delivering exceptional day to day assignee contact
- Ownership: being responsible for the work delegated
- Seeking opportunities to proactively gain knowledge from experienced team members
Education
M.Com - Accounting And Finance
Indira Gandhi National University
Bengaluru, India 04.2001 -
B.Com - Accounting And Finance
Indo Asian Academy
Bengaluru, India 04.2001 -
Skills
German Taxation Expertise: In-depth knowledge of German tax laws, including DATEV, Einkommensteuererklärung, compliance Proficient in the preparation and review of tax filings for individuals and VIP clients in line with local tax regulations
Cross-border Taxation: Experience handling international tax matters, with a strong understanding of EU tax law and international tax treaties Skilled in navigating complex tax issues involving both domestic and foreign tax jurisdictions
Project & Team Management: Strong leadership skills with experience managing teams of tax professionals, delegating tasks, and ensuring accurate and timely delivery of tax filings Ability to mentor and train junior staff while maintaining high standards of performance
Client Relationship Management: Established ability to build and maintain client relationships, providing strategic tax advice, and managing expectations throughout the tax compliance process Adept at communicating complex tax concepts to non-experts
Soft Skills: Highly detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities Capable of managing multiple tasks efficiently, especially during high-pressure periods such as tax season Exceptional time management and organizational skills
Certification
EY Better Me - Agility - Learning
Timeline
Assistant Tax Manager
EY
01.2023 - Current
Senior Tax Consultant
Deloitte
05.2021 - 12.2022
EY Better Me - Agility - Learning
03-2021
Advanced Tax Analyst
EY
04.2019 - 05.2022
M.Com - Accounting And Finance
Indira Gandhi National University
04.2001 -
B.Com - Accounting And Finance
Indo Asian Academy
04.2001 -