Ireland Knapper
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Dynamic Senior Tax Associate with extensive experience at ForvisMazars, adept at enhancing tax compliance processes and mentoring junior staff. Proven expertise in GoSystem Tax RS and strong communication skills, successfully managing complex tax returns for high-net-worth clients while fostering lasting client relationships. Committed to delivering exceptional results in tax planning and compliance.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Tax Associate
ForvisMazars
04.2025 - Current
- Led tax compliance projects for diverse clients, ensuring adherence to federal and state regulations.
- Implemented streamlined processes for tax preparation, increasing efficiency across multiple engagements.
- Managed relationships with clients, fostering trust and providing expert guidance on tax planning issues.
- Reviewed simple to moderate tax returns prepared by junior staff.
- Prepared complex tax returns for a diverse clientele, including high-net-worth individuals, multi-million dollar companies, and estate planning.
Experienced Tax Associate
Forvis Mazars
07.2023 - 04.2025
- Prepared and reviewed individual and business tax returns to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Analyzed financial data and identified discrepancies, providing recommendations for corrections to enhance accuracy.
- Collaborated with clients to gather necessary documentation, ensuring timely submission of tax filings.
- Mentored junior associates on tax preparation processes and best practices for client interactions.
- Helped with training staff of all levels on our new tax software system, GoSystem Tax RS.
Staff Accountant
Denman And Comapny
05.2022 - Current
- Prepared federal and state income tax returns for individuals, businesses, trusts, estates and non-profits.
- Prepared simple to moderate state tax-related financial statement calculations, entries and disclosures.
- Complied with established internal procedures by examining reports, processes and documentation.
- Established internal control systems by updating audit programs.
- Followed GASB and GAAP standards.
- Identified budget variances and recommended corrective actions.
- Analyzed financial information related to payroll, capital projects, operating expenses, professional service contracts and office supplies and equipment to examine budget needs.
- Executed financial reporting, managing prepaid accounts, schedules, reconciliations, event settlements, and month-end accruals
- Participated in interviews, performed observations and evaluated pertinent information to supplement audit findings.
- Gathered and analyzed financial data to determine improvement efforts.
- Audited non-profit entities, cities, 401k plans, and ESOPS.
Tax Intern
Denman And Company
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Prepared individual, trust, partnership and corporate tax returns.
- Used CCH Axcess Tax System to input and track tax information.
- Organized client tax documents to facilitate quick preparation of tax returns.
- Reviewed clients tax filing papers thoroughly to determine eligibility for additional tax credits or deductions.
- Worked 40 hours a week whilst being a full-time student
Audit Intern
Iowa Auditor Of State
07.2021 - 12.2021
- Developed understanding of company audit methodology, approach and tools while working under supervision of licensed auditors.
- Worked on audits for city, county, state and private entities.
- Identified major risk areas in internal controls and addressed them to an In-charge and customer while providing suggestions for remediation.
- Prepared, analyzed and verified work papers in various areas.
- Worked multiple times on payroll, disbursements, payables, receivables, related party transactions, and transfers.
- Learned the CCH® ProSystem fx® Engagement audit software.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting And Business Administration
Wartburg College
Waverly, IA05.2022
Skills
- Strong Communicator
- Time Management
- Financial Statement Writing
- Advanced Excel Skills (Marco's, Pivot Tables, and XLookup)
- CCH® ProSystem fx® Engagement Audit Software
- CCH® Access Tax Software
- GoSystem Tax RS Software
- BNA Fixed Assets Software
- BNA Income Tax Planner Software
- CS Fixed Assets Software
- CaseWare Working Papers Software
- GAAP Accounting Practices
Timeline
Senior Tax Associate
ForvisMazars
04.2025 - Current
Experienced Tax Associate
Forvis Mazars
07.2023 - 04.2025
Staff Accountant
Denman And Comapny
05.2022 - Current
Tax Intern
Denman And Company
01.2022 - 05.2022
Audit Intern
Iowa Auditor Of State
07.2021 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting And Business Administration
Wartburg College