MADUKA KIRIELLA
Union,NJ
Summary
Savvy Tax Associate develops well-rounded tax foundation by preparing various tax returns, tax planning, and special projects for tax engagements within variety of industry niches. Knowledgeable of tax laws related to all reporting entities and taxing authorities to prioritize and manage assignments of varying sizes and complexity within schedule and budget. Proficient in Microsoft Office tools, tax compliance process software and tax research databases.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Tax Associate
Forvis Mazars LLP
06.2022 - Current
- Reviewed and analyzed client data and accurately prepared income tax returns and tax research.
- Maintained detailed records of client interactions and transactions, ensuring the highest level of accuracy and confidentiality.
- Prepared accurate tax returns for individuals, partnerships, corporations, and non-profit organizations, maximizing deductions and credits.
- Participated in continuing education courses to maintain professional knowledge and certifications as a Tax Associate.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through consistent communication regarding their unique needs and goals related to taxation matters.
- Researched and analyzed specialized tax laws, rules and regulations and analyze pertinent client, industry, and technical matters to remain current on tax legislation.
- Prepared tax returns for clients in various industries according to government regulations and requirements.
- Developed tax plans and projections to help clients meet objectives.
- Identified potential audit red flags to minimize risk of IRS audits.
Staff Accountant, INCOME TAX ASSISTANCE
MENDONCA & PARTNERS CPA LLC
01.2020 - 06.2022
- Preparation of partnerships, corporations, and S-corporations tax returns for various industries
- Keep firm tax managers, tax seniors and partners informed on the progress of the engagement as well as any important issues discovered that need resolution
- Communicate on behalf of clients with the IRS, state and local authorities and represent clients at any potential tax audits
- VOLUNTEER, PROGRAMEssex County
- Interview customers to determine if all income, deductions, and allowable credits are claimed and prepare tax returns using electronic filing software (TaxWise)
- Certified through the IRS Link and Learn program
Federal Work Study Assistant
ESSEX COUNTY COLLEGE
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Conducted math tutorials for students to gain proficiency
Accounting Executive
SPENCERSZ LANKA LIMITED
01.2005 - 01.2010
- Maintained company books and ledger, and managed payroll process
Stock Executive
ABANS LIMITED
01.2003 - 01.2004
- Managed inventory and stock ledgers for 150 branches
Audit Clerk
R. SELLADURAI & COMPANY
01.2001 - 01.2002
- Gathered financial records and invoices to process accounting transactions, journalized entries and posted on ledger
- Prepared financial statements, reconciled bank accounts and filed individual and small business taxes at year end
Education
MBA - Professional Accounting
RUTGERS, THE STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW JERSEY, Rutgers Business School
Newark, NJAugust 2020
Bachelor of Arts - Labor Education
UNIVERSITY OF COLOMBO Colombo
May 2008
Associate - Science, Mathematics
ESSEX COUNTY COLLEGE
Newark, NJApril 2019
Skills
- Tax Compliance
- Nonprofit Taxation
- International Taxation
- State and Local Taxation
- Tax Research
- Tax Software Proficiency
- Individual Taxation
- Corporate Taxation
- Accounting Principles
- Sales and Use Taxation
- Tax Return Preparation
Affiliations
Java Programming Language
Member, Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
Member, National Society of Leadership and Success
Languages
Tamil
Limited Working
Timeline
Tax Associate
Forvis Mazars LLP
06.2022 - Current
Staff Accountant, INCOME TAX ASSISTANCE
MENDONCA & PARTNERS CPA LLC
01.2020 - 06.2022
Federal Work Study Assistant
ESSEX COUNTY COLLEGE
01.2016 - 01.2019
Accounting Executive
SPENCERSZ LANKA LIMITED
01.2005 - 01.2010
Stock Executive
ABANS LIMITED
01.2003 - 01.2004
Audit Clerk
R. SELLADURAI & COMPANY
01.2001 - 01.2002
MBA - Professional Accounting
RUTGERS, THE STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW JERSEY, Rutgers Business School
Bachelor of Arts - Labor Education
UNIVERSITY OF COLOMBO Colombo
Associate - Science, Mathematics
ESSEX COUNTY COLLEGE