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Michael Ybarra

Austin,United States

Summary

Tax professional with comprehensive experience in investigating and resolving tax issues bringing thorough understanding of regulatory compliance and audit processes. Proven ability to work collaboratively with teams to achieve compliance goals and adapt to evolving tax laws and regulations. Recognized for analytical skills and integrity in managing sensitive financial data.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Internal Revenue Agent

IRS
11.2021 - 09.2025


  • Conducted comprehensive audits of individuals, partnerships and corporations to ensure compliance with federal tax regulations in the Small Business and Self Employed department.
  • Analyzed complex financial records to identify discrepancies and potential fraud.
  • Collaborated with taxpayers to resolve issues and provide guidance on tax obligations.
  • Prepared detailed reports summarizing audit findings and recommendations for corrective actions.
  • Mentored junior agents on auditing techniques and best practices in tax compliance.
  • Developed training materials to enhance team knowledge of tax laws and procedures.
  • Built strong relationships with taxpayers through professional communication and timely responses to inquiries.
  • Provided training to new Internal Revenue Agents on best practices and procedures for efficient tax audits.
  • Recognized for consistently meeting or exceeding performance metrics related to case closures, audit adjustments, and overall job effectiveness.

Lead Tax Examining Technician

IRS
08.2020 - 11.2021


  • Ensured timely completion of assigned tasks while maintaining high quality standards for all deliverables.
  • Mentored junior staff on best practices and problem-solving techniques.
  • Distributed, balanced, monitored and reported on workload in accordance with established workflow or job specialization. Assured equitable distribution among employees and timely accomplishment of assigned work load.
  • Maintained current knowledge of procedures, policies and directives; answered questions; and provided both classroom and on the job instruction to employees.
  • Resolved simple informal complaints, reports on performance, progress and training needs of employees and on disciplinary problems.
  • Performed administrative duties in the absence of the manager.


Tax Examining Technician

IRS
01.2018 - 08.2020


  • Reviewed and analyzed taxpayer returns for accuracy and compliance with federal regulations.
  • Processed amendments and adjustments to tax filings, ensuring timely resolution of discrepancies.

Education

Master's degree - Accounting

Stephen F Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TX
12.2015

Bachelor's degree - Accounting

Stephen F Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TX
12.2015

Skills

  • Auditing techniques
  • Data interpretation
  • Accounting principles
  • Tax law expertise

Accomplishments

  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Served as an on the job instructor providing weeks of hands on training with up to six trainees assigned at a time.
  • Completed a four week specialized training on international tax issues with the Internal Revenue Service's Large Business and International-Withholding Exchange and Individual Compliance practice network.

Timeline

Internal Revenue Agent

IRS
11.2021 - 09.2025

Lead Tax Examining Technician

IRS
08.2020 - 11.2021

Tax Examining Technician

IRS
01.2018 - 08.2020

Master's degree - Accounting

Stephen F Austin State University

Bachelor's degree - Accounting

Stephen F Austin State University

Availability:

  • Job Type: Permanent
  • Work Schedule: Full-time

Desired locations:

Austin, Texas, United States

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