TeraLaShea Carroll Nelson Spivy
Waukegan
Summary
Highly skilled professional with strong aptitude for analysis, effective communication, and collaborative teamwork. Adaptable to new environments and eager to contribute to team success, I bring valuable assets to any organization. Positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth enhance my professional skills.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Voluntary Compliance Agent
Department Of Treasury, IRS
03.2020 - Current
- Analyzes and determines adequacy of Employee Plans Compliance Resolution System (EPCRS) submissions.
- Analyzes and determines adequacy and effectiveness of proposed EPCRS corrections.
- Prepares compliance statements and related documents.
- Assists the Voluntary Compliance Coordinators with identifying and gathering compliance data, customer feedback, input from other TE/GE and IRS employees and other information, to identify EP tax law compliance trends or problems that may be addressed by modification and/or expansion of EPCRS programs and by customer education and outreach.
- Assists the Voluntary Compliance Coordinators with identifying data to identify voluntary compliance error trends or issues that may be used as an educational tool to improve technical skills.
- Participates in workshops or other programs to develop expertise in the EPCRS programs.
- Works with the Voluntary Compliance Coordinators to identify areas where additional development is needed in the application of EPCRS programs.
- Analyzes applications and issues determination letters on the classification of the most complex pension, profit sharing, and stock-bonus and bond purchase plans under applicable Internal Revenue Code provisions. Plans and related proposals reviewed are complicated in nature, involve a large amount of money and/or a large number of participants or involve unusual features and novel problems.
- Examines and interprets the provisions of plans and documents accompanying applications. Analyzes information in exhibits and applies technical tests to determine if applicable statutory and other requirements are met. Reviews operating mechanics, considers probable effects of contributions and benefits and assures that plans are benefiting employees in general and do not discriminate in favor of officers, stockholders, or others.
- Analyzes amendments to existing plans to determine if their qualification or exempt status is adversely affected.
- Examines curtailments and terminations of plan and determines if discrimination will result and if valid business reason existed for such action.
- Advises as to the qualified status of plans and interpretation of plan provisions.
- Confers with applicants and/or representatives to discuss plans, the deficiencies noted, and to suggest changes to render the plans approachable. Contacts third parties to obtain or verify information.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of applicable laws and regulations.
- Assists taxpayers in understanding their obligations under the law, facilitating voluntary compliance with tax regulations.
Management and Program Analyst
Department Of Treasury, IRS
11.2022 - 01.2023
- During this detail, I negotiated sharing arrangements with multi-level managerial chain cross-functionally
- I conducted reviews of arrangements to ensure compliance
- I designated and maintained sharing arrangement
- I conducted vacancy reviews and rack and monitor hiring activities
- I handled questions and inquiries from management
- I ensure MOU provisions are being appropriately interpreted and followed
- I perform outreach and education to stakeholders
- I coordinated development of and content management on a KM SharePoint site
- And I addressed cross-functional issues
- I managed project resources to meet goals and objectives
- As needed, recommended adjustment of resources
- I prepared directives, issuances, memoranda, policy statements, and other written guidelines and recommendations relating to the project
- I conducted briefings and prepared comprehensive reports to keep managers and executives advised of project
Employee Plans Revenue Agent
Department Of Treasury, IRS
06.2005 - 03.2020
- Employee Plans Revenue Agent, I use my strong analytical and technical skills to perform full scope, focus and special project examinations of Form 5500 returns filed to access whether the plan is compliance with all the requirements for qualification
- I review operating mechanics, analyze amendments, substantiate deductions, as well as many other tasks to ensure that the plan does not discriminate in favor of the highly compensated employees
- I researched and resolved complicated issues using internal research systems, online research tools, in addition to the IRS Regulation and Code books to develop and support case issues
- I have experience with IDRS, RCCMS, WebETS, and LexisNexis/Accurint
- I have either prepared templates or modified existing templates prepared by other Agents for the purpose of analyzing plan operational procedures
- I also prepare reports to communicate my audit finding and recommendations or requirements to correct plan deficiencies
- I have prepared issued IRS Plan Determinations and Audit Closing Agreement letters on a variety of retirement plans
- I have been recognized by upper management for my continuous professionalism and customer service
- I've served as a Training Instructor
- I participate in solving or improving overall office working conditions by continuously sharing my technical knowledge and assistance peers whenever requested
- As an Auditor, I'm required to travel frequently
- I have much experience as a Travel Card user and Concur operator
- In between effectively managing my inventory, I volunteered to participate in numerous customer outreach events such as, the Federal & State Tax Institute events, TE/GE Council Meetings, TE/GE Recruiting, Great Lakes Benefit Conference and other exhibits
- I can communicate effectively both orally and in writing
- I can work effectively with others to maintain harmonious relationships with all parties
- I have used knowledge of the pertinent laws, policies, regulations, and precedents applicable to areas such as recruitment, position management/position classification, employee relations, labor relations, training and career development, and benefits
- Reduced risk of non-compliance by conducting thorough audits and identifying areas for improvement.
Education
Bachelor's degree - Accounting
Alabama A&M University
Normal, AL06.2004
Skills
- Compliance research
- Document analysis
- Compliance assessment and evaluation
- Compliance auditing proficiency
- Sanctions compliance
- Internal controls
- Analytical problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Critical thinking
- Excellent communication
- Decision-making
- Auditing experience
- Legal analysis
- Document evaluation
Affiliations
- Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. - Member
- American Society of Pension Professionals and Actuaries - Member
- Delta Mu Delta National Honor Society - Member
- National Association of Black Accountants - Member
Timeline
Management and Program Analyst
Department Of Treasury, IRS
11.2022 - 01.2023
Voluntary Compliance Agent
Department Of Treasury, IRS
03.2020 - Current
Employee Plans Revenue Agent
Department Of Treasury, IRS
06.2005 - 03.2020
Bachelor's degree - Accounting
Alabama A&M University
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