John Lipka
Southington,CT
Summary
Seasoned Revenue Examiner with deep understanding of tax laws and regulations. Strong record in conducting comprehensive audits, identifying discrepancies, and providing constructive feedback to taxpayers. Notable strengths include analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, and ability to maintain confidentiality. Previous work has resulted in improved compliance rates and efficient revenue collection procedures.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Package Handler
FEDEX
Middletown, Connecticut
05.2024 - Current
- Loaded and unloaded packages from delivery trucks efficiently.
Revenue Examiner
State of Connecticut Department of Revenue Service
Hartford, CT
08.1996 - 05.2023
- Audit Federal and State Estate and Gift Tax Returns to ensure compliance with Connecticut revenue regulations.
- Principally responsible for independently conducting audits with individual taxpayers and businesses on various sales and use tax issues.
- Analysis of the U.S. Coast Guard Website for vessel documentation records to determine vessel ownership or its nexus with Connecticut
- I am the department specialist in conducting highly complex three-year individual use tax audits.
- Draft letters to taxpayers on specific cases where the taxpayer disagrees with our tax determination.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Central Connecticut State University
New Britain, CT12-1988
Skills
- Tax analysis
- Complex tax audits
- Letter drafting
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Package Handler
FEDEX
05.2024 - Current
Revenue Examiner
State of Connecticut Department of Revenue Service
08.1996 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Central Connecticut State University