Tonya Lofton
Lithonia,GA
Summary
Seasoned Tax Analyst with a proven track record at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), showcasing expertise in tax compliance and data analytics. Excelled in project management, significantly enhancing departmental efficiency. Renowned for critical thinking and effective communication, adept at simplifying complex tax issues and driving cross-functional team success.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Tax Analyst
Internal Revenue Service, IRS
Atlanta, GA
12.1989 - 01.2023
- Examined accounting systems and records to determine appropriateness of methods and controls.
- Participated in meetings with internal stakeholders discussing new approaches towards minimizing overall tax liability.
- Prepared and reviewed forms and related work papers for foreign entities and assisted with overseeing foreign income tax compliance.
- Educated clients on complex tax issues by explaining details in understandable terms.
- Addressed process improvements for department with professionals and implemented changes accordingly.
- Provided guidance to other departments regarding compliance with applicable rules and regulations.
- Reviewed historical data to check compliance with internal and regulatory standards.
- Created presentations summarizing key findings from research projects conducted throughout the year.
- Performed regular analytics and reporting of key performance measures and performed variance analysis to assist management with financial decision making.
- Monitored legislative and regulatory landscape for tax-related developments and delivered and documented updates to clients and management.
- Conducted tax research using various resources and tools to verify proper compliance and tax filings to client's advantage based on current tax laws.
- Collaborated with other professionals within the firm to review complex tax structures.
- Checked completeness of information when processing applications and transactions.
- Created reports summarizing the results of tax research projects.
- Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Updated and maintained databases with current information.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Conducted system analysis and testing to identify and resolve technical issues or inefficiencies.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ06-2007
Skills
- Tax compliance expertise
- Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
- Research and documentation
- Project management
- Tax compliance
- Tax provision calculation
- Critical thinking capacity
- Regulations and compliance
- Data analytics
- Teamwork orientation
- Project coordination
- Verbal and written communication
- Staff training
Timeline
Tax Analyst
Internal Revenue Service, IRS
12.1989 - 01.2023
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of Phoenix
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