Theresa Rose C. Loucanides, MBA, EA
Portage
Summary
Trusts and Estates Specialist with extensive expertise in managing 1099s and IRAs, known for meticulous attention to detail in documentation and ensuring compliance with tax filing requirements across various entity types. Proven ability to prepare tax documents that minimize liabilities while adapting to new regulations, maintaining quality standards. Excellent communication skills and professional demeanor enhance client interactions and team collaboration, with a passion for empathetic leadership and guiding team members.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Tax Supervisor (Remote)
DMLO CPAs
Louisville
12.2024 - 08.2025
- Prepared 1041's and 706's by using CCH Axcess and OneSource to streamline tax preparation
- Reviewed supporting documentation for estate valuations, income distributions, charitable deductions and new client information to ensure accuracy and completeness
- Travelled to the firm's Kentucky office during peak season to support on-site teams, enhance collaboration, and meet critical filing deadlines
- Managed workload and deadlines across multiple client engagements, demonstrating strong organizational and time management skills
Tax Officer (Hybrid)
Greenleaf Trust
Kalamazoo
10.2023 - 12.2024
- Reviewed and finalized a range of tax documents, including 1041s, Decedent 1040s, Foundations, and Split-Interest Trusts, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Acted as the primary tax resource for the organization, providing guidance to both internal teams and external CPAs.
- Analyzed tax laws and updates to inform client strategies and decisions, ensuring compliance with changing regulations.
- Managed and mentored a team of Tax Coordinators, streamlining processes and fostering a collaborative environment to optimize efficiency.
- Guided junior staff on tax regulations and effective filing practices, improving team capabilities and performance.
- Managed and contributed to multiple high-impact projects, providing strategic direction and technical guidance to ensure successful outcomes.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced efficiency in tax preparation workflows and streamlined data collection.
- Managed the outsourced managed service provider to ensure accurate and timely 1099 processing.
- Advised clients on their tax obligations and entitlements, responding promptly to inquiries and ensuring a positive experience
Senior Tax Specialist - Team Lead (Hybrid)
Greenleaf Trust
Kalamazoo
08.2023 - 10.2023
- Reviewed and ensured the accuracy of Form 1099 reporting for clients and provided expertise on IRA-related tax matters, including RMDs, 1099-R, and 5498 processing.
- Analyzed tax regulations to ensure compliance with federal and state laws and conducted research on emerging tax issues and legislative changes.
- Met strict internal and external deadlines for tax filings and financial reporting.
- Acted as a primary point of contact for approximately 500 external CPAs, providing timely and accurate support.
- Provided expert support for client gift processing and collaborated with financial advisors to align tax planning with investment goals.
- Mentored junior staff on tax preparation processes and compliance standards, improving team efficiency and knowledge.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of accounting software used for tax preparation tasks, sharing best practices with the team.
Tax Specialist (Hybrid)
Greenleaf Trust
Kalamazoo
09.2021 - 08.2023
- Assist the Senior Tax Officer in reviewing Form 1041 for trusts with expected parameters and Form 1099 reporting for clients
- Oversee EFTPS payments for foundations and 1041 balance due/estimate payment tracking
- Serve as IRA expert for required minimum distribution questions and general questions posed
- Prepare and file 1099-R's and 5498 for the retirement plans held at the company
- Track changes in tax laws and regulations and communicate those changes to the client centric team
- Oversee cost basis updates for client assets
- Provide quarterly tax knowledge training to internal client-facing team members
Tax Officer / Fiduciary and Trust Tax Services (Remote)
Ernst & Young
Philadelphia
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Bought out from PNC
- Managed the preparations of 1099-R's and Form 5498s for a team of five people; tasks include reconciling transactions to determine the taxability of cash disbursements and contributions
- Analyze and prepare 1099's and 1041's in OneSource tax returns, extensions and quarterly estimates
- Enter outside tax forms into OneSource, such as partnership K-1s, 1099-INT, and Schedule D from other trust accounts
- Review new account set-ups; the process includes reading governing documents to determine the type of trust, confirming domiciles of the grantor, beneficiaries, and bank.
- Assisted in a variety of projects, such as preparing MIRs and workbooks for 990s, adjusted return of capital after factoring of assets, income reallocation when factoring came over from Wall Street Concepts
- Verify information merging from new client engagement by matching information given by the trust admins from previous years such as previous returns and worksheets
Tax Analyst / Trust Tax (Hybrid)
PNC Bank
Philadelphia
09.2019 - 08.2020
- E&Y Bought out PNC team in 2020
- Prepared and analyzed 1099's and 1041's in OneSource
- Reviewed K-1s with beneficiaries when they had questions
- Communicate with fiduciary advisors and investment managers in regards to tax information and GST review information
- Utilize OneSource and AM Trust to open/close accounts, update beneficiary deaths, wash sales, puts and calls
- Follow up with multiple state department of revenues in regards to notices and awaiting refund checks for my accounts
- Reviewed documentation for accuracy in tax reporting and filing processes.
Client Service Associate / Fiduciary Tax Associate (In-office)
Glenmede Trust Company, N.A.
Philadelphia
02.2017 - 09.2019
- Tracked statuses of trust, split-interest, and foundation returns, including outstanding checks and estimates
- Prepared engagement letters and signature pages for agent for trustee accounts
- Communicated with associates, wealth advisors, and relationship managers in regards to tax information
- Respond to tax notices from the IRS or state's department of revenues in regards to trust accounts
- Deposited refund checks and produced checks on the client's behalf
- Interviewed, trained and managed temporary staff during tax season
- Communicated with the outside manager about a small-cap asset, wrote monthly blog updates for the company to utilize
Education
MBA -
Georgian Court University
Lakewood08-2019
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Georgian Court University
Lakewood08-2015
Skills
- Proficient in OneSource Trust Tax
- Experience with OneSource Checkpoint
- CCH Axcess/Document
- Trust administration
- Process improvement
- 1099 processing
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Global Wealth
- EFTPS
- SharePoint
- PerfectForms
- Team mentoring
- Global Plus
- Salesforce
Certification
- Certified Enrolled Agent (E.A.)
Extracurricular Activities
- Becker CPA Program Student Ambassador
- Delta Mu Delta: International Honor Society for Business
- Women In Leadership Development (WILD) Member
- WILD Scholarship Recipient
- WILD Mentor Peer Advisory Board X, XI, XII
Affiliations
- Current Board Member at the Kzoo Cat Cafe
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Tax Supervisor (Remote)
DMLO CPAs
12.2024 - 08.2025
Tax Officer (Hybrid)
Greenleaf Trust
10.2023 - 12.2024
Senior Tax Specialist - Team Lead (Hybrid)
Greenleaf Trust
08.2023 - 10.2023
Tax Specialist (Hybrid)
Greenleaf Trust
09.2021 - 08.2023
Tax Officer / Fiduciary and Trust Tax Services (Remote)
Ernst & Young
08.2020 - 08.2021
Tax Analyst / Trust Tax (Hybrid)
PNC Bank
09.2019 - 08.2020
Client Service Associate / Fiduciary Tax Associate (In-office)
Glenmede Trust Company, N.A.
02.2017 - 09.2019
MBA -
Georgian Court University
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Georgian Court University