STANLEY DORCENT
Islip Terrace,NY
Summary
Experienced with financial analysis and reporting, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Utilizes knowledge of accounting software and financial regulations to streamline processes. Strong understanding of financial data analysis, budgeting, and tax preparation.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Tax Expert
Intuit
01.2009 - Current
- Achieved tax compliance by directing federal, state, and local return filings.
- Minimized tax liabilities through strategic planning and identifying applicable deductions.
- Maintained compliance by staying updated on tax law changes and regulations.
- Acted as liaison during audits, representing clients with tax authorities effectively.
- Verified financial accuracy by analyzing statements and income records thoroughly.
- Explained complex tax concepts clearly, fostering trust and positive client relationships.
Senior Accountant
Linklaters LLP
04.2003 - Current
- Provide strategic oversight of the general ledger, account reconciliations, and financial reporting processes, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and integrity across all transactions and balances.
- Partner with internal and external auditors by directing the preparation of audit documentation and ensuring full compliance with GAAP, IFRS, and regulatory tax requirements.
- Drive the budgeting and forecasting process by developing forward-looking financial models, monitoring expenditures, and delivering actionable insights on performance against plan.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen accounting systems, streamline processes, and enhance internal controls to support operational efficiency and risk mitigation.
- Collaborate with the CFO and executive leadership to review and interpret profit and loss (P&L) variances, providing strategic analysis for offices in New York, Washington, and São Paulo.
- Direct payroll and partner compensation processes, including oversight of semi-monthly and quarterly Partner distributions, Legal Attorneys, and Business Staff payroll across domestic and international offices.
- Oversee preparation and submission of key tax filings, including quarterly Commercial Rent Tax (CRT), Sales & Use Tax, annual 1099s, 1096, 1042, and UK tax reporting requirements.
- Guide year-end reporting for taxable fringe benefits, including expatriate Partner payments, ensuring compliance and alignment with global tax strategies.
Finance Change Analyst
Linklaters LLP
11.2007 - 05.2008
- Spearheaded process improvements across legal practice and business support functions, driving operational change aligned with the firm’s global strategic objectives.
- Developed and presented business cases for the global finance department, shaping statutory accounting changes and influencing firmwide policy decisions.
- Provided oversight of global accounting record management, ensuring adherence to firmwide accounting policies and regulatory standards across multiple jurisdictions.
- Directed the review and execution of change request test scripts for the Global Finance Team, safeguarding accuracy, efficiency, and alignment with financial system requirements.
- Led onboarding and professional development initiatives by training new employees on SAP, strengthening team capabilities and ensuring consistent adoption of best practices.
Accounting Intern
Linklaters LLP
04.2003 - 04.2004
- Supported the Accounts Payable function by ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices, strengthening vendor relationships and cash flow management.
- Oversaw monthly bank reconciliations and prepared month-end journal entries, enhancing the accuracy and reliability of financial reporting.
- Analyzed and monitored expense claims for the New York office, providing oversight to ensure compliance with firm policies and identifying opportunities for cost control.
Education
Bachelor of Art - Accounting
Queens College
01.2003
Bachelor of Business Administration - Finance
Baruch College
01.2001
Skills
- General ledger accounting
- Financial reporting
- Audit support
- Financial statement review
- Bank reconciliation
- Tax preparation
- Intercompany transactions
- Variance analysis
- Payroll processing
Timeline
Tax Expert
Intuit
01.2009 - Current
Finance Change Analyst
Linklaters LLP
11.2007 - 05.2008
Senior Accountant
Linklaters LLP
04.2003 - Current
Accounting Intern
Linklaters LLP
04.2003 - 04.2004
Bachelor of Business Administration - Finance
Baruch College
Bachelor of Art - Accounting
Queens College