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Tessa WRIGHT

McDonough

Summary

Detail-oriented Surplus Lines Tax Specialist with a proven track record in tax reporting and compliance. Expertise in data accuracy and process streamlining to enhance operational efficiency and meet stringent deadlines.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Surplus Lines Tax Specialist

AmWINS Access Insurance Services
McDonough, GA
01.2025 - Current

• Processing surplus lines transactions with the current states that im responsible for within the deadlines set by those state entities. Including, but not limited to, surplus lines document review, forwarding policy documents to states (if required), and logging transactions for reporting states.
• Completing and submitting tax reports on a monthly, quarterly, semi-annual and/or annual basis; involves generating reports; verifying data for accuracy; reconciling data to production
records and resolving differences timely, processing check/ACH requests, and meeting all filing deadlines.
• Updating Tax Filings tab with the status of the tax filing on each transaction.
• Updated the filings calendar with comments and status on each tax payment.
• Scanning and uploading completed reports, supporting documents, and payment confirmations
• Researching, monitoring and implementing any changes required to ensure compliance with each state’s surplus lines requirements

Inspection Specialist

AmWINS Access Insurance Services
Stockbridge, GA
08.2015 - 01.2025

Support inspection and policy file workflows by retrieving and reviewing 20+ applications, supplements, and related insurance documents through internal document management systems.

Research account details, identify discrepancies, and document findings to support accurate inspection handling and complete electronic records.

Maintain file integrity and workflow updates using AmLink and AmLink Docs, ensuring timely documentation and efficient follow-through.

Evaluate inspection report findings and determine appropriate next steps, contributing to a 20% improvement in workflow efficiency.

Manage competing priorities and strict turnaround times while working independently in a remote, deadline-driven environment.

  • Analyzed inspection data to identify trends, enhancing risk assessment accuracy.
  • Communication with inspection vendors on orders and following up.

Claims Department

Amwins
Stockbridge, GA
10.2010 - 07.2014
  • Submitting claims to markets in timely manner.
  • Contacting adjusters to confirm claim number and adjuster info to pass onto clients.
  • Following up with claims being closed.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Education

High School Diploma -

Stockbridge High School
Stockbridge, GA

Skills

  • Reporting skills
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office 365
  • File management
  • Compliance
  • Customer Service

Timeline

Surplus Lines Tax Specialist

AmWINS Access Insurance Services
01.2025 - Current

Inspection Specialist

AmWINS Access Insurance Services
08.2015 - 01.2025

Claims Department

Amwins
10.2010 - 07.2014

High School Diploma -

Stockbridge High School
Tessa WRIGHT