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Teresa Trusler

Summary

Highly organized and dependable professional skilled in managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Proven track record of exceeding expectations.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Revenue Tax Specialist Principal, Appeals Officer

Minnesota Department of Revenue
01.2016 - Current
  • Managed workload effectively by prioritizing urgent matters while maintaining a focus on accuracy and detail in all cases handled.
  • Reviewed all sales and use tax administrative appeals received and prioritized them accordingly.
  • Evaluated complex tax issues, applying knowledge of tax law to effectively resolve administrative appeals.
  • Conducted thorough research on appeal cases, gathering information from all relevant sources.
  • Negotiated settlements, achieving satisfactory outcomes for both the taxpayer and the State of Minnesota.
  • Engaged in effective communication with both internal and external customers.
  • Mentored and coached new appeals officers.
  • Experienced in making adjustments within Gentax, often providing assistance to fellow appeals officers.
  • Wrote procedures for various appeal tasks including; acknowledging incoming appeals, and a comprehensive outline of appeals procedures for new hires.

Revenue Tax Specialist Senior, Appeals Officer

Minnesota Department of Revenue
04.2012 - 01.2016
  • Successfully addressed and resolved sales and use tax administrative appeals in a timely manner.
  • Conducted thorough research on appeal cases, gathering information from all relevant sources.
  • Engaged in effective communication with both internal and external customers.
  • Represented the Department of Revenue as a liaison to the Attorney General's office for tax court appeals.

Revenue Tax Specialist Intermediate, Sales and Use

Minnesota Department of Revenue
01.2007 - 04.2012
  • Delivered comprehensive on-the-training for numerous new sales and use tax auditors.
  • Completed detailed audits of sales and use tax records to ensure accuracy and compliance with Minnesota sales and use tax law.
  • Supported the sales and use tax call center during peak volume periods, specifically during transition to e-services and during annual filing periods.
  • Assisted fellow auditors with complex audit issues.
  • Completed peer reviews and provided valuable feedback.
  • Communicated clearly with taxpayers regarding audit findings and the corrective actions required.

Revenue Tax Specialist, Sales and Use Tax

Minnesota Department of Revenue
11.2005 - 01.2007
  • Completed detailed audits of sales and use tax records to ensure accuracy and compliance with Minnesota sales and use tax law.
  • Completed peer reviews and provided valuable feedback.
  • Communicated clearly with taxpayers regarding audit findings and the corrective actions required.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Management, Marketing Emphasis

University of Minnesota
Crookston
05.2005

Skills

  • Time management
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Critical thinking
  • Team collaboration
  • Decision-making skills
  • Adaptability
  • Gentax Proficient

Timeline

Revenue Tax Specialist Principal, Appeals Officer

Minnesota Department of Revenue
01.2016 - Current

Revenue Tax Specialist Senior, Appeals Officer

Minnesota Department of Revenue
04.2012 - 01.2016

Revenue Tax Specialist Intermediate, Sales and Use

Minnesota Department of Revenue
01.2007 - 04.2012

Revenue Tax Specialist, Sales and Use Tax

Minnesota Department of Revenue
11.2005 - 01.2007

Bachelor of Science - Business Management, Marketing Emphasis

University of Minnesota