AMPARO PEREZ
Tax Professional
Linden,NJ
Summary
Experienced Payroll Administrator and Tax Consultant skilled in tax preparation, accounts receivable, and accounts payable. Leads collaborative efforts within diverse teams to optimize multi-functional processes and program management. Strong analytical capabilities support effective conflict resolution and problem-solving. Focused on navigating state and federal policies to enhance program success.
Overview
2
2
Languages
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Accountant-Payroll Manager
ECO Specialties LLC
05.2025 - Current
- Processed accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions with consistent attention to detail.
- Assisted comptroller with year-end financial audits.
- Increased accuracy of financial statements through diligent attention to detail and thorough review processes.
- Prepared timely and accurate tax filings, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
- Coordinated with Human Resources department on payroll-related matters ensuring accurate compensation calculations for all employees.
- Maintained payroll records, resolving discrepancies and supporting audit-ready documentation.
- Administered payroll taxes, deductions, and garnishments in compliance with federal and state requirements.
- Directed payroll workflows, improving processing efficiency and reducing manual corrections.
- Coordinated with managers to verify timesheets, leave balances, and pay adjustments.
- Implemented payroll controls to strengthen data accuracy and protect sensitive employee information.
- Addressed employee inquiries regarding pay issues promptly, fostering positive relationships between management and staff members.
- Performed calculations in overtime, vacation, and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
- Responded to employee inquiries to provide assistance with payroll-related questions.
Tax Professional
Advantage Financial Services
01.2008 - Current
- Prepares monthly and annual tax reports for small business and individual clients.
- Processed more than 150 tax return during tax season.
- Completed and filed returns with tax departments at local, state, and federal levels.
- Advised clients on tax filing obligations, estimated payments, and document organization.
- Resolved IRS and state tax notices by researching issues and drafting clear responses.
- Manages client files and reports using new relevant software including QuickBooks, Crosslink/Tax Wise.
- Analyzes tax law regulations to find potential deductions and recognize deficiencies.
Tax Professional
Koenig Group
01.2021 - 07.2022
- Processed more than 290 tax return during tax season
- Prepared individual, business, and trust tax returns with strong attention to accuracy and compliance.
- Manages client files and reports using new relevant software UltraTax.
- Reviewed client financial records to identify deductions, credits, and reporting requirements.
- Maintained complete records of client tax returns and supporting documentation in secured areas.
- Conducted reviews of internal tax documentation, reducing errors related to missed tax benefits.
Case Management
Solix Inc.
08.2009 - 11.2019
- Supporting the Telecommunication Industry – Precise application for processing and eligibility determination for low-income assistance programs.
- Managed high-volume case assignments, prioritizing eligibility reviews and timely client follow-up.
- Processed more than 50 files per day.
- Program Oversight – Monitoring and real time program monitoring.
- Regulatory Expertise – Procedures to ensure federal and state legal compliance.
- Customer Support- Supporting special program initiatives in Texas and Washington DC contact centers.
- Develop and implement customized end-to-end eligibility, qualification and customer care solutions for the state of Texas – LIDA Program (Low Income Discount Administrator), DARS Program (Department of Assistive Rehabilitation Services, Assurance Wireless (Virgin Mobile) and Organ Donor information for GDDL Registry.
Education
Associate of Science - Accounting
Union County College
Cranford, NJ05-2028
Accounting Technician Certificate - Accounting
Union County College
Elizabeth, NJ01-2020
Quick books and Microsoft Office Certification - Accounting
Union County College
Elizabeth, NJ01-2012
Individual And Corporate Taxation - Accounting
Costamar
Elizabeth, NJ08-2008
Bachelor of Science - Computer And Information Sciences
Maria Immaculada University
Lima, Peru06-2001
Associate of Science - Computer And Information Systems Security
Instituto Metropolitano
Lima, Peru01-1999
Skills
- Accounts Payable & Receivable
- Payroll Processing
- Financial Software
- Tax Service
- Federal Tax Laws
- Small Business Tax Expertise
- Financial Reporting
- Bilingual Proficiency
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Time Management
- Detail-Oriented
- Problem Solving
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Staff Accountant-Payroll Manager
ECO Specialties LLC
05.2025 - Current
Tax Professional
Koenig Group
01.2021 - 07.2022
Case Management
Solix Inc.
08.2009 - 11.2019
Tax Professional
Advantage Financial Services
01.2008 - Current
Associate of Science - Accounting
Union County College
Accounting Technician Certificate - Accounting
Union County College
Quick books and Microsoft Office Certification - Accounting
Union County College
Individual And Corporate Taxation - Accounting
Costamar
Bachelor of Science - Computer And Information Sciences
Maria Immaculada University
Associate of Science - Computer And Information Systems Security
Instituto Metropolitano