Conduct income tax audits of large multinational and national corporations, passthrough entities and individuals following the procedures in the IRM and IRC
Conduct BBA Partnership Income Tax Audits in accordance with the procedures outlined in IRM 4.31.9
Conduct large multinational Joint Committee audits
Collaborate and coordinate with Revenue Agents, Counsel, Practice Networks and Appeals Officers to expand expertise and ensure consistent application of tax laws
Participated and presented Exam’s issues, facts and conclusion in Pre-Appeals conference regarding SECA tax issue IRC Section 1402(a)(3)
Assisted Counsel in the preparation of the Service’s rebuttal to Taxpayer’s protest and Supplemental Protest
Presented technical tax issue to DFO, Territory Manager and Team Manager on Partnership State Passthrough Entity Tax Treatment IRC Section 164(b)(6), IRC Section 703(a)(2)(B) and Notice 2020-75
Conduct and participate in meetings with various Practice Network specialists and Counsel on issues such as SECA campaign, HII issues, Joint Committee and BBA procedures
Served as an On-the-Job Instructor, Coach and Mentor to newly hired Revenue Agents
Assisted and trained newly hired Revenue Agents with the examination process
Utilize the wide range of tools and resources offered by the Service including Bloomberg Tax, Westlaw, Auditor’s Workbench, IDRS, Capital IQ, Accurint and IRS Virtual Library
Internal Revenue Agent (GS-13)
Internal Revenue Service
New York, USA
06.2010 - 11.2023
Conducted income tax audits of large multinational and national corporations following the procedures in the IRM and IRC
Conducted Joint Committee audits and Whistle Blower audits
Worked closely with senior levels of corporate tax departments and their representatives
Coordinated S-Corporation audits focusing on loss in excess or basis and distribution campaigns
SECA Campaign cases including preparing detailed narratives and interaction with PN specialists and Counsel
Completed initial and mid-cycle Risk analysis, Timelines and Exam Plans
Performed acting manager duties for group upon manager’s request
Identified issues by performing comparative analysis, utilizing Auditor's Workbench, conducting reconciliation of books and records
Identified, obtained and secured statute extensions on a timely and efficient manner
Worked independently with Counsel and the DOJ to resolve a taxpayer's claim/lawsuit related to an amended F1120-SF filed for additional expenses deducted pursuant to IRC 265
Consistently demonstrated knowledge of the IRM and procedural guidance by closing cases in an efficient manner
Worked independently on IC cases and used the resources available to ensure timely compliance and efficient audit planning and execution
Utilized the wide range of tools and resources offered by the Service including Bloomberg, Westlaw, IDRS, Accurint, YK1 and IRS Virtual Library
Researched IRC code sections, regulations and rulings utilizing Bloomberg Tax Research and Westlaw
Analyzed taxpayer's information using Accurint and Capital IQ software
Utilized Examination Resource tools and Audit Technique Guides to effectively resolve issues on cases relating to Claims/Amended Tax Returns/Quick Refunds
Tax Auditor 1
New York State
Garden City, USA
06.2009 - 06.2010
Conducted residency audits
Conducted state tax income tax audits
Tax Experienced Senior Consultant – Flexible Work Arrangement
KPMG, LLP
Melville, USA
03.2007 - 02.2009
Responsible for preparing and reviewing federal, state and local income tax returns and quarterly estimated tax payments for large corporate and partnership clients
Responsible for assisting in the preparation of quarterly and annual tax provision calculations for small and large corporate clients
Responsible for developing and implementing Fin 48 compliance processes for clients
Tax Manager
Viacom International Inc.
New York, USA
03.1999 - 06.2004
Managed the Federal, State and Local tax compliance reporting process for Paramount Pictures Entertainment Group and CBS Broadcasting Entertainment Group
Managed the preparation of the year end tax provision and true-up analysis for Paramount Pictures Group and CBS Broadcasting Entertainment Group
Researched and resolved technical federal and state tax issues to support filing positions, including forecasts of expected tax positions and recommendations to minimize tax expense
Managed a staff of 5 to 7 tax professionals
Prepared internal memos and correspondence to various taxing authorities to support audit inquiries on a timely basis
Experienced Tax Senior
Deloitte & Touche LLP
New York, USA
04.1998 - 03.1999
Reviewed Federal, State and Local income tax returns, quarterly estimated tax payment calculations and extensions for corporate and partnership members of large consolidated groups
Reviewed and analyzed FAS 109/Effective Rate analysis for large consolidated groups
Participated in the development of process improvement strategy to streamline the tax compliance process for diverse clientele
Research and planning on various tax issues, including analysis of the new tax laws and proposed legislation
Tax Senior
Arthur Anderson LLP
New York, USA
01.1995 - 04.1998
Prepared and reviewed Federal income tax returns on a consolidated and non-consolidated basis
State and Local income tax exposure encompasses 35+ states including combined reporting
Performed tax research and special projects when necessary and as assigned by partners and senior managers
Supervised staff on large engagements
Education
BS - Accounting
St. John’s University
Jamaica, NY
01.1995
Certification
CPA, New York
Timeline
Senior Revenue Agent (GS-14)
Internal Revenue Service
12.2023 - Current
Internal Revenue Agent (GS-13)
Internal Revenue Service
06.2010 - 11.2023
Tax Auditor 1
New York State
06.2009 - 06.2010
Tax Experienced Senior Consultant – Flexible Work Arrangement