Identified tax technology and internal process deficiencies, devising enhancements to boost efficiency and align operations with company goals
Leveraged automation tools (e.g., Alteryx, UiPath) to optimize processes; subsequently documented procedures and trained end users on new technology
Assisted in technology implementation by configuring tax software, participating in testing, and troubleshooting end-user issues
Stayed abreast of emerging tax technology trends and sales tax regulations through vigilant monitoring and continuous learning.
Customer Invoicing Supervisor
PPG INDUSTRIES, INC
11.2021 - 04.2022
Supported month-end closing by compiling and analyzing financial data for accurate GL entries as well as monthly GL account reconciliations
Liaised for internal and external audits, collecting and organizing required data
Developed and maintained invoicing and accounting SOPs
Contributed to global business projects, focusing on process improvement, standardization, documentation, and communication.
Customer Invoicing Specialist
PPG INDUSTRIES, INC
06.2020 - 11.2021
Investigated and corrected accounting errors in Oracle, ensuring accurate invoicing
Collaborated with internal teams to execute credit and re-bill processes related to sales tax
Implemented process improvements through streamlining and automation to increase efficiency.
Tax Specialist
PPG INDUSTRIES, INC
07.2019 - 06.2020
Managed sales tax compliance, reducing audit risk, and minimizing tax liabilities through oversight of customer tax exemption certificates
Collaborated efficiently with internal teams and customers to acquire valid tax forms proactively
Conducted ongoing state-specific sales tax research, staying current with policy changes.
Consultant
Tax Technology Group, Inc.
05.2017 - 03.2019
Aided in tax compliance consultations and technology solutions by integrating ERP systems with tax engines for US indirect taxes
Contributed to project requirements gathering, documentation creation, quality assurance, data analysis, and troubleshooting
Conducted data analysis of client's customer and product master data for ERP implementation.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Accounting -
Robert Morris University
Pittsburgh, PA
05.2018
Skills
Proficient in optimizing Business Process Workflows using automation tools
Proficient in Oracle, CertCapture, Vertex, and OneSource
Strong problem-solving capabilities
Adaptable to new environments and systems
Excellent organization and time management skills
Experienced in MS Office Suite
Positions
TAX tECHNOLOGY ANALYST, Identified tax technology and internal process deficiencies, devising enhancements to boost efficiency and align operations with company goals
Leveraged automation tools (e.g., Alteryx, UiPath) to optimize processes; subsequently documented procedures and trained end users on new technology
Assisted in technology implementation by configuring tax software, participating in testing, and troubleshooting end-user issues
Stayed abreast of emerging tax technology trends and sales tax regulations through vigilant monitoring and continuous learning
Customer Invoicing Supervisor, Supported month-end closing by compiling and analyzing financial data for accurate GL entries as well as monthly GL account reconciliations
Liaised for internal and external audits, collecting and organizing required data for auditors
Developed and maintained invoicing and accounting SOPs
Contributed to global business projects, focusing on process improvement, standardization, documentation, and communication
Customer Invoicing Specialist, Investigated and corrected accounting errors in Oracle, ensuring accurate invoicing
Collaborated with internal teams to execute credit and rebill processes related to sales tax
Implemented process improvements through streamlining and automation to increase efficiency
Tax Specialist, Managed sales tax compliance, reducing audit risk, and minimizing tax liabilities through oversight of customer tax exemption certificates
Collaborated efficiently with internal teams and customers to acquire valid tax forms proactively
Conducted ongoing state-specific sales tax research, staying current with policy changes
Consultant, Aided in tax compliance consultations and technology solutions by integrating ERP systems with tax engines for US indirect taxes
Contributed to project requirements gathering, documentation creation, quality assurance, data analysis, and troubleshooting
Conducted data analysis of client's customer and product master data for ERP implementation