Melissa Peterson
Rochester Hills,MI
Summary
Senior Tax Accountant with strong analytical, problem-solving capabilities, and attention to detail that enhance reliability and accuracy. Demonstrates ability to think proactively, handle pressure, and communicate with clients, management, and tax authorities. Known for collaborating effectively within teams and able to adapt to changing needs while still maintaining consistent results.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Tax Accountant
UHY Advisors
09.2019 - Current
- Prepared, reviewed, and filed federal and state tax returns for individuals, corporations, and partnerships.
- Provided guidance to clients regarding extension, projections, estimated taxes, and filing requirements.
- Reconciled client books for accurate reporting and provide adjusting journal entries.
- Generated federal and state tax returns for more complex, high net worth individuals.
- Supervised, trained and mentored senior staff, staff, and interns on tax projects and assessed these employees for performance reviews.
- Lead and managed multiple tax engagements from start to finish ensuring they are completed accurately and in a budgeted timeline.
Accounts Payable Specialist
Logicalis
09.2015 - 09.2019
- Timely and accurately processing of vendor invoices and payments
- Reconcile vendor statements, research and correct invoice discrepancies
- Perform day to day financial transactions, including verifying, classifying, computing, posting and recording accounts receivables’ data
- Solely post all cash received to proper customer accounts and G/L accounts, totaling approximately $50 million monthly
- Assist in month end and annual financial close
- Processing and recording corporate credit card transactions for multiple card holders
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Oakland University
Auburn Hills, MI04.2019
Skills
- Skilled in Excel, Engagement, and CCH
- Strong organizational skills and workload management
- General accounting
- Attention to detail
- Federal and state tax returns
- Tax preparation
- Verbal and written communication
Timeline
Senior Tax Accountant
UHY Advisors
09.2019 - Current
Accounts Payable Specialist
Logicalis
09.2015 - 09.2019
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Oakland University
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