AYANDA GODI
Summary
Experienced professional in online training, excelling in course facilitation. Recognized for creating engaging learning experiences and promoting collaborative team environments. Highly adaptable and dedicated to achieving results through clear and effective communication.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Indirect Tax Manager
Tate & Lyle Solutions, US
11.2024 - Current
- Developed comprehensive training programs for staff members, enhancing their knowledge and understanding of indirect tax regulations.
- Assisted in the negotiation of favorable settlements for disputed indirect taxes with government authorities.
- Provide expert guidance on complex indirect tax issues during mergers, acquisitions, or other corporate restructurings.
- Monitor legislative developments affecting the company''s indirect tax position, proactively addressing potential impacts.
Indirect Tax Senior
EY
10.2020 - 11.2024
- Reviewed state and local corporate income tax returns for clients in the technology, manufacturing, oil and gas, and healthcare industries.
- Operated as a trusted business advisor to clients on projects addressing a variety of issues including sales & use tax overpayment reviews, tax implications of sales and purchase transactions, due diligence, audit defense services, nexus planning, and voluntary disclosures.
- Developed and maintained strong client relationships on various indirect tax consulting and compliance engagements.
- Supervised staff and seniors on sales and use tax consulting and compliance projects and provide real-time and official cycle reviews.
Tax Associate
EY
10.2018 - 09.2020
- Assisted on tax research and development credit studies for technology sector clients, interviewing over 100 engineers and programmers, taking notes and writing reports.
- Managed state and local component of corporate re-organization projects as a 2nd year associate, ensuring required and relevant filings were timely and accurately made.
- Managed a team of 12 peers on a state routine controversy consulting project over a period of 18 months.
Graduate Assistant/ Graduate Studies Advisor
Idaho State University
08.2017 - 08.2018
- Assisted with recruiting efforts for ISU College of Business.
- Delivered presentations on ISU graduate business programs to undergrad students.
- Advised then current and prospective students on their programs, as well as reviewed and approved graduate students' official programs of studies.
Audit Associate
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
03.2017 - 08.2017
- Assisted on audit projects of Deseret Management Corporation entities, tested for compliance with established internal controls and reviewed audit work performed.
- Designed 4 new; updated 8 audit programs, and assisted in updating Deseret Management Corporations' governing policies.
- Enhanced audit skills while engaged in audits on entities in the broadcasting, media, publishing, retail, insurance, tourism and hospitality sectors.
Tax Technology & Transformation Intern
EY
01.2015 - 04.2015
- Assisted with developing tools and programs utilized in service offerings to companies in response to the impact of existing and emerging technologies.
- Provided custom tax services and technology solutions designed to improve tax data management and analysis.
Education
Master of Taxation - Accounting
Idaho State University
Pocatello, ID01.2018
MBA - Accounting
Idaho State University
Pocatello, ID01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Brigham Young University - Idaho
Rexburg, ID01.2014
Skills
- Data Analysis
- Research
- MS Office 365
- Strategic Planning
- Project Management
- Problem Solving
- Continuous learning mindset
- Tax compliance expertise
- Analytical problem solving
Certification
Certified Public Accountant - UT
ACTIVITIES
- EY College MAP - Persistence Director
- EY US West BPN Steering Committee Member - SLC Coordinator
- EY Professional Womens' Network
- EY Certified Spark Facilitator -Tax
- BYU-Idaho Alumni Ambassador
Affiliations
- National Association for Black Accountants
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
- BYU Management Society
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Indirect Tax Manager
Tate & Lyle Solutions, US
11.2024 - Current
Indirect Tax Senior
EY
10.2020 - 11.2024
Tax Associate
EY
10.2018 - 09.2020
Graduate Assistant/ Graduate Studies Advisor
Idaho State University
08.2017 - 08.2018
Audit Associate
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
03.2017 - 08.2017
Tax Technology & Transformation Intern
EY
01.2015 - 04.2015
Master of Taxation - Accounting
Idaho State University
MBA - Accounting
Idaho State University
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Brigham Young University - Idaho
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