Ben Slazinski
Bloomfield Hills,MI
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Indirect Tax Intern (Credits and Incentives)
EY
Detroit, Michigan
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Verified accuracy of sales tax payments and ensured proper drafting and filing of invoices, contributing to the department's compliance efforts.
- Conducted research on tax incentive programs for expanding businesses in Michigan, supporting clients' strategic growth initiatives.
- Participated in client meetings, gaining insights into project management processes and enhancing client service skills.
- Strengthened Excel proficiency by analyzing project costs and staffing requirements, contributing to the preparation of detailed statements of work.
- Drafted applications for expanding businesses through the PA-198 incentive program, with successful projects later announced in the news, demonstrating the impact of tax advisory services.
- Negotiated penalties and interest with state Department of Revenue representatives, effectively resolving client tax issues and minimizing financial liabilities.
Accounting Consultant
Ross School of Business, University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, Michigan
02.2025 - Current
- Provided one-on-one accounting consulting to minority-owned small businesses in Detroit, assembling financial statements (balance sheet, income statements, projections, and budgets) used to secure loans and grants from CDFIs.
- Recommended tailored accounting software solutions and assisted clients in developing business plans aligned with their financial goals and operational needs.
- Designed and presented a three-part “CFO Bootcamp” workshop series, educating business owners on bookkeeping systems, reconciliation processes, and organizing core financial statements.
- Delivered instruction on financial planning topics including breakeven analysis, profitability metrics, projections, budgeting, and funding strategies to enhance clients’ financial literacy and decision-making.
Product Strategy Intern
Magna International Corporation
Southfield, Michigan
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Conducted Return on Investment (ROI) studies, comprehensive market research, and detailed cost analyses for multiple safety-system products at Magna during their pre-development phase.
- Utilized data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) database to derive meaningful statistics, helping in the determination of a competitive price range for the products
- Compiled findings into concise powerpoint reports and presented the results to the Director of Product Strategy, also including a definitive problem statement and what our product will do to fix it to help facilitate informed decision-making
- Collaborated with the Director of Product Strategy to support negotiations with Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) like GM, Ford, and Toyota by providing valuable insights on pricing.
- Played a pivotal role in shaping product pricing strategies and enhancing market competitiveness, contributing to the overall success of Magna’s safety-system product line.
- Spent time talking with numerous project managers to further understand their goals and specific information about their project so I could fill out a “business canvas”.
Mentor
Give Merritt - The Fate Group
Detroit, Michigan
01.2023 - 04.2025
- Provided dedicated academic and mental support to students from Jalen Rose Leadership Academy, fostering a safe learning environment and promoting their overall well-being and optimism for their post-high school plans.
- Guided and mentored students through an engaging internship-project, enabling them to develop event planning skills and contribute valuable insights for a new community park development in the city of Detroit. Facilitated the students' active involvement in planning events, harnessing their creativity and organizational abilities to execute successful initiatives.
- Empowered and mentored the students to enhance their practical skills, instilling a sense of pride and ownership in their community's development initiatives while developing close 1-on-1 relationships with the students.
Youth Baseball Umpire
Birmingham Little League
Birmingham, Michigan
05.2020 - 06.2024
- Umpired five games a week for Birmingham Little League. Managed controversy among “over passionate” parents and coaches.
Private Math Tutor
Self Employed
Birmingham, Michigan
09.2018 - 12.2020
- Tutored multiple clients over the course of five high school semesters. Subjects included Algebra 2, Honors Pre-Calculus, and Honors Geometry.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI05-2025
High School Diploma -
Seaholm High School
Birmingham06-2021
Master of Arts - Accounting
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MISkills
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft outlook, word, and Excel
- Accounting software
- Accounting and bookkeeping
Timeline
Accounting Consultant
Ross School of Business, University of Michigan
02.2025 - Current
Indirect Tax Intern (Credits and Incentives)
EY
06.2024 - 08.2024
Product Strategy Intern
Magna International Corporation
05.2023 - 08.2023
Mentor
Give Merritt - The Fate Group
01.2023 - 04.2025
Youth Baseball Umpire
Birmingham Little League
05.2020 - 06.2024
Private Math Tutor
Self Employed
09.2018 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
University of Michigan
High School Diploma -
Seaholm High School
Master of Arts - Accounting
University of Michigan
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