Dhruva Chiman Patel
Mumbai,India
Summary
Results driven Tax Professional with 9 years of experience in U.S. tax preparation and review for individuals, partnerships, S corporations, and C corporations. Proven expertise in preparing and reviewing Forms 1040, 1120S, 1120, and 1065, ensuring compliance with federal and state tax laws. Skilled in tax research, client communication, workflow management, and process improvement to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Tax Associate (Freelancer)
Empire Capital Ventures LLC
Georgia, United States
07.2023 - Current
- Prepare complex U.S. federal and state tax returns for individuals (1040), partnerships (1065), S corporations (1120S), and C corporations (1120).
- Conduct tax research to resolve compliance issues and support client positions.
- Provide proactive tax planning and advisory services to strengthen client relationships.
- Implement process improvements that reduce turnaround time and enhance filing accuracy.
Senior Tax Associate
Unison Globus
Ahmedabad, India
11.2021 - 07.2023
- Managed a full-time U.S. client portfolio, delivering strategic tax solutions to ensure compliance and maximize efficiency.
- Reviewed team-prepared returns, ensuring accuracy and compliance with IRS and state guidelines.
Freelancer
CLOUDIT
Hyderabad, India
02.2023 - 06.2023
- Prepared individual tax returns in compliance with U.S. federal and state tax laws.
Tax Executive
SurePrep (India) Pvt. Ltd.
Mumbai, India
11.2016 - 10.2021
- Prepared and reviewed U.S. federal and state tax returns (1040, 1065, 1120, 1120S, 990) with high accuracy and compliance.
- Supported senior reviewers through detailed workpapers, account reconciliations, and review note resolutions.
- Contributed to Risk & Advisory (RAS) projects, improving control efficiency through process analysis.
- Led and trained a team of six members during two consecutive tax seasons.
Education
Master of Commerce (M.Com) - Accounts
Mumbai University
Mumbai, India01-2019
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) - Accounting & Finance (BAF)
Mumbai University
Mumbai, India01-2016
Skills
- US Federal & State Tax Compliance
- Preparation & Review: 1040, 1120, 1120S, 1065
- IRS Regulations & Tax Research
- Tax Planning & Advisory
- Workflow Management & Team Review
- Client Relationship Management
- Accounting Software: CCH Axcess, Drake, UltraTax, ProSystem fx, GoSystem, CaseWare
- Process Improvement & Quality Control
- Team leadership qualities
Timeline
Senior Tax Associate (Freelancer)
Empire Capital Ventures LLC
07.2023 - Current
Freelancer
CLOUDIT
02.2023 - 06.2023
Senior Tax Associate
Unison Globus
11.2021 - 07.2023
Tax Executive
SurePrep (India) Pvt. Ltd.
11.2016 - 10.2021
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) - Accounting & Finance (BAF)
Mumbai University
Master of Commerce (M.Com) - Accounts
Mumbai University