Thompson Reuters-One Source
Sonia Gilsilvetti
Sales And Use Tax Associate
Hillsborough,NJ
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Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented Sales and Use Tax Associate with a strong focus on time management and problem-solving. Recognized for reliability and adaptability, demonstrating a swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
2
2
Languages
17
17
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Tax Associate
MIWE America
Hillsborough, NJ
05.2024 - 06.2024
- Proactively reviewed four years of sales tax compliance records, identifying and resolving any discrepancies to maintain regulatory compliance.
- Developed and implemented a streamlined system for visualizing past, present, and future tax liabilities, improving forecasting accuracy and facilitating proactive tax management.
- Established a centralized database for tax compliance information, enhancing data organization, accessibility, and reporting capabilities.
- Maintained meticulous records of state and local jurisdiction registrations and renewals, ensuring timely compliance and avoiding potential penalties.
Tax Associate
PVH Corporation
Bridgewater, NJ
02.2020 - 02.2023
- Successfully navigated the complex landscape of multi-state and local sales and use tax regulations for two major retail brands, maintaining a high level of accuracy and compliance ensuring timely filings.
- Proactively managed tax calendars and deadlines, resulting in a significantly low penalty rate and minimizing financial risk.
- Optimized sales and use tax processes, including data collection, calculations, adjustments, scheduling, and disclosures, leading to improved accuracy and efficiency.
- Managed the complete lifecycle of sales and use tax return preparation and filing, including physical and electronic document management, ensuring compliance and audit readiness.
- Streamlined the e-filing process for sales and use tax returns, improving efficiency and accuracy of submissions.
- Managed the preparation and processing of tax payment vouchers, check requests, and ACH credit payments, ensuring timely remittance of tax liabilities.
- Proactively managed state and local tax registrations and renewals, mitigating the risk of non-compliance and associated penalties.
- Provided responsive and helpful support for tax-related inquiries and audit requests, ensuring smooth and efficient resolution.
Corporate Imports Associate
PVH Corporation
Bridgewater, NJ
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Proactively managed data for international shipments, effectively troubleshooting changes and updates to ensure seamless operations and prevent delays.
- Served as a billing reviewer and payment approval specialist, consistently demonstrating outstanding performance in accuracy and efficiency, ensuring timely and accurate payments.
- Collaborated effectively with brokers and freight forwarders to resolve shipment-related issues, providing constructive feedback to improve processes and prevent future problems.
- Demonstrated meticulous attention to detail in processing customs documentation, ensuring accuracy and preventing costly delays.
- Maintained strict compliance with all import regulations and laws, effectively mitigating the risk of penalties and shipment delays.
- Established and maintained strong collaboration with other departments, promptly resolving any issues and ensuring smooth international shipping operations.
Records Management Associate
Barnes & Noble College Booksellers
Basking Ridge, NJ
05.2004 - 05.2016
- Developed and implemented a sustainable records management system, creating a foundation for efficient information governance and long-term cost savings.
- Successfully managed the records retention and destruction process, implementing efficient procedures and maintaining accurate records.
- Successfully managed relationships with key vendors, including off-site records management and coffee services, optimizing service levels and cost-effectiveness.
- Demonstrated strong negotiation skills, effectively managing pantry expenses and ensuring adherence to budgetary constraints
- Leveraged financial acumen to analyze processes and recommend cost-effective solutions, generating significant savings for the company.
- Provided oversight of monthly housekeeping budgets, ensuring accurate forecasting, cost control, and efficient use of resources.
Education
No Degree - Law School
01.1993 - 11.1999
Study Abroad: Completed 6 years curriculum
No Degree - Economics
02.1990 - 11.1992
Study Abroad: Completed 2 years curriculum - Equivalent to Associates Degree
High School Diploma -
02.1982 - 11.1989
Skills
Accounting Principles
Tax Compliance and Research
Sales & Use State and Local Taxation
Sales tax returns planning,preparation and data gathering
Multi state tax filing
Attention to detail
Problem solving
Data Analysis
Tax software proficiency ( Vertex/ One Source-
Thompson Reuters/SAP/ Ariba /ACS740
Auditing Procedures
Team work and collaboration
Customer service
Communications
Certification
Online Accounting and QBO
Timeline
Tax Associate - MIWE America
05.2024 - 06.2024
Online Accounting and QBO
02-2024
Microsoft Office Suite
02-2024
Tax Associate - PVH Corporation
02.2020 - 02.2023
Corporate Imports Associate - PVH Corporation
01.2018 - 01.2020
Records Management Associate - Barnes & Noble College Booksellers
05.2004 - 05.2016
UNIVERSIDAD LIBRE DE PEREIRA - No Degree, Law School
01.1993 - 11.1999
UNIVERSIDAD LIBRE DE PEREIRA - No Degree, Economics
02.1990 - 11.1992
Instituto Nacional De Educacion Media INEM - High School Diploma,
02.1982 - 11.1989
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Accomplishments
- Improved team efficiency by implementing key process adjustments.
- Facilitate problem resolution with tax matters in Puerto Rico due to my native fluency in Spanish.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop tracking spreadsheets, dynamic tables and Dashboards that facilitated overview and decision making.
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
HybridOn-SiteImportant To Me
Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CulturePersonal development programsTeam Building / Company RetreatsHealthcare benefitsSoftware
Vertex
Avalara
QuickBooks
SAP
SURI
Ariba
Workday
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Interests
Read
Travel
Self growth
Cook