TOMI TOLES II
Freeport,NY
Summary
Tax and audit professional with a strong background in NYS tax law, Medicare and Medicaid compliance, and financial analysis. Has closed audit cases with full paid collections ranging from $200,000 to over $1 million, while translating complex findings for management, taxpayers, and professional representatives. Currently sitting for the CPA exam.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Tax Auditor I
Department of Taxation and Finance
10.2025 - Current
- Conducted on-site field audits and examinations of taxpayers' records to ensure compliance with New York State Tax Law.
- Closed audit cases resulting in full collections of $200,000 to over $1 million for underwithholding and MTA tax assignment issues.
- Managed diverse caseloads of under-withholding, nonresident, and statutory residency issues, ensuring compliance with tax regulations.
- Maintaining working knowledge of NYS Tax Law, Department and Audit Division procedures and policies, including conduct, ethics, security, and confidentiality requirements.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors, taxpayers, and their representatives throughout audit process, facilitating clear understanding and resolution of issues.
Staff Auditor I
Figliozzi and Company, CPA
02.2024 - 09.2025
- Reviewed Medicare cost reports for healthcare facilities, ensuring compliance with Medicare and Medicaid regulations to mitigate financial risks.
- Assisted senior staff and management in cost report reviews and corporate compliance, enhancing accuracy for acute hospitals, critical access hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, and rural health clinics.
Staff Accountant
Cerini and Associates, LLP
08.2023 - 01.2024
- Executed external audit procedures in low-risk areas, including cash, fixed assets, accounts payable, and expenses, ensuring accuracy of financial statements.
- Supported Accounting Assistance team with accounts payable and payroll functions, improving client service delivery.
Budget/Financial Analyst
Maimonides Midwood Community Hospital
07.2021 - 08.2023
- Developed and executed departmental budgets; analyzed monthly and quarterly variances and provided financial insights to management.
- Prepared monthly financial and pro-forma statements, journal entries for revenue, expenses, and payroll; reviewed general ledger accounts for accuracy and compliance.
- Investigated project variances, providing detailed reports to VP of Engineering and Project Management to guide strategic decision-making.
- Managed accounts payable, processed check runs, executed close cycles, and facilitated external audits to ensure financial accuracy.
Education
Master of Accountancy - Forensic Accounting
The University of Scranton
Scranton, PA12-2022
Bachelor of Science - Forensic Accounting
The University of Scranton
Scranton, PA05-2021
Skills
- Field audit procedures
- Tax law compliance
- Audit case documentation
- Audit documentation
- Residency tax analysis
- Taxpayer assistance
- CCH ProSystem FX
Certification
IRS VITA/CTE Advanced Certification
Timeline
Tax Auditor I
Department of Taxation and Finance
10.2025 - Current
Staff Auditor I
Figliozzi and Company, CPA
02.2024 - 09.2025
Staff Accountant
Cerini and Associates, LLP
08.2023 - 01.2024
Budget/Financial Analyst
Maimonides Midwood Community Hospital
07.2021 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Forensic Accounting
The University of Scranton
Master of Accountancy - Forensic Accounting
The University of Scranton