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Michelle Barber

Greensburg,PA

Summary

Successful tax professional focused on performance, and compliance. Offering over 15 years of ex Efficient Tax Specialist familiar with local and state non-income tax law. Expertise includes developing individualized strategies, process improvement, and financial statements. Proficient in Oracle, Power Plan, PTMS, and Alteryx software.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Tax Specialist II

Equitrans Midstream Corporation
11.2022 - Current
  • Lead in multiple tax software implementations
  • Completion of annual tax budgets and forecasting
  • Review of monthly account reconciliations
  • Developed strong working relationships with key stakeholders improving communication ensuring smooth resolution issues as they arose.
  • Prepared accurate and timely state, and local property tax returns
  • Reviewed workpapers prepared by other staff members ensuring accuracy before finalizing documents for submission.
  • Negotiation of tax values with both local and state taxing agencies
  • Assistance with sales and use tax compliance
  • Unclaimed property compliance and audits
  • Streamlined tax preparation processes for increased efficiency and accuracy.
  • Conducted ongoing professional development activities to stay current with changing industry trends, legislation, rules, regulations affecting taxation practices.
  • Collected and submitted required tax payments.



Tax Specialist

Equitrans Midstream Corporation
01.2019 - 11.2022
  • Preparation of annual forecasting and budgets
  • Monthly account reconcilations
  • Conducted comprehensive research on complex tax regulations, staying up-to-date on the latest changes and updates.
  • Prepared accurate and timely state and local property tax returns.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless communication and coordination on tax-related matters.
  • Implemented automated systems for tax data, significantly reducing errors and increasing productivity.
  • Streamlined tax preparation processes for increased efficiency and accuracy.
  • Managed tax submissions and made sure all information complied with regulations.
  • Collected and submitted required tax payments.
  • Conducted reviews of internal tax documentation, reducing errors related to missed tax benefits.
  • Utilized tax software to prepare returns and meet deadlines.

Sr. Tax Accountant

EQT Corporation
04.2008 - 01.2019
  • Oversaw the preparation of state and local sales/use tax returns as well as property tax filings, ensuring timely submissions and compliance with jurisdictional requirements.
  • Reduced errors in tax filings by implementing thorough quality control measures and staff training programs.
  • Established strong relationships with government agencies, facilitating communication during audits or other inquiries.
  • Stayed current on changing tax laws and regulations, ensuring accurate application of rules to client cases.
  • Managed complex tax audits with a high success rate, ensuring compliance and minimizing penalties.
  • Identified opportunities for process improvement within the department, leading initiatives that increased productivity and client satisfaction.
  • Worked closely with legal counsel during mergers and acquisitions, ensuring smooth transitions and proper handling of all tax matters.
  • Evaluated potential tax credit opportunities for clients, maximizing savings through strategic application of available incentives.
  • Conducted thorough risk assessments for clients'' potential transactions, guiding them towards financially sound decisions.
  • Oversaw team of [Number] tax preparers handling over [Number] submissions per year.
  • Streamlined tax processes by implementing advanced software solutions, improving efficiency and accuracy.
  • Reconciled tax accounts to prevent discrepancies and maintain readiness for expected tax liabilities.
  • Represented clients before federal, state and local taxing authorities.
  • Examined accounts and records and computed tax returns according to prescribed rates, laws and regulations.
  • Leveraged [Software], spreadsheets and databases to provide supporting documentation for schedules and journal entries.
  • Prepared and documented accurate tax work papers for straightforward to moderately complicated income and franchise tax returns.
  • Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
  • Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.

Assiciate Resturant Manager/Corporate Trainer

Hoss's Steak And Sea House
01.2005 - 04.2008
  • Reduced operational costs through comprehensive process improvement initiatives and resource management.
  • Drove operational efficiency through data-driven decision-making processes, leveraging analytics tools for informed strategy development.
  • Optimized resource allocation by conducting regular performance evaluations and providing personalized coaching for staff development.
  • Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal financial performance while investing in necessary resources for business growth.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
  • Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Planned and budgeted accurately to provide business with resources needed to operate smoothly.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Collaborated with department managers to identify skill gaps and develop tailored training solutions.
  • Facilitated open communication between employees and leadership by organizing regular feedback sessions and focus groups.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Finance

Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT
03.2015

Skills

  • Process Improvement
  • Business Development
  • Data Analytics
  • Negotiation
  • Training and mentoring
  • Non- income tax compliance
  • Soft implementations
  • Budgeting and forecasting

Certification

  • CMA Certification - expected completion in 2025


Timeline

Tax Specialist II

Equitrans Midstream Corporation
11.2022 - Current

Tax Specialist

Equitrans Midstream Corporation
01.2019 - 11.2022

Sr. Tax Accountant

EQT Corporation
04.2008 - 01.2019

Assiciate Resturant Manager/Corporate Trainer

Hoss's Steak And Sea House
01.2005 - 04.2008

Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Finance

Western Governors University

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