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Zeuryd Duran, CPA

Towaco,NJ

Summary

Accomplished CPA with 15 years of experience seeking a challenging, results-oriented Vice President-Finance & Accounting role. I bring a skill set and passion for helping others and making a difference. Eager to apply my knowledge, experience, dedication, and heart. Proven track record of developing partnerships, cementing relationships, and building strong teams. Expertise in establishing structure, defining roles, and filling positions to contribute to the team's success in achieving firm goals.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Chief Accounting and Development Officer

Brownstone Pancake Factory
01.2022 - Current


  • Responsible for preparation of weekly payroll for company employees.
  • Responsible for ensuring employees received accurate compensation on time each pay period.
  • Review time records for 140 employees across 4 locations to verify accuracy of information.
  • Reduce errors in payroll calculations by staying current on tax laws, wage regulations, and best practices within the industry.
  • Manage and enhance payroll accuracy by diligently reviewing timesheets and complex payroll calculations, including overtime for a diverse workforce consisting of tipped and non-tipped employees.
  • Achieve consistent compliance with local laws and industry regulations by staying informed of changing requirements and updating policies accordingly.
  • Assist with the preparation and distribution of weekly, monthly and quarterly reports, providing valuable insights into the organization's performance metrics.
  • Monitor guest feedback, proactively addressing concerns and implementing improvements to enhance customer satisfaction levels.
  • Demonstrate exceptional problem-solving skills, addressing complex guest concerns or operational issues with diplomacy and poise.
  • Developed strategic marketing initiatives for increased brand visibility, attracting new clientele and retaining loyal customers.
  • Boosted sales revenue by developing and implementing strategic sales plans geared toward schools.
  • Analyzed, researched and resolved payment claims within required timeframes.

Tax Senior Manager

KPMG LLP
03.2015 - 01.2022
  • Responsible for local entity tax compliance which includes net income tax, gross income tax and business license filings on behalf of KPMG LLP.
  • Supervised, supported and developed staff in connection with preparation of local entity tax compliance.
  • Reviewed state and local laws and ordinances to ensure filing requirements are satisfied.
  • Liaison with finance and accounting group to obtain data required to prepare net income, gross income and other tax filings.
  • Reviewed data obtained from finance and accounting group such as gross receipts, payroll and property to be utilized in connection with state and local apportionment formula.
  • Reviewed KPMG LLP's annual state K-1 testing templates and KPMG LLP's individual partner state K-1s to help ensure that current year legislative and methodology changes have been implemented and are accurate.
  • Managed/Coordinated gathering of information required/requested in connection with local tax audits and notices.
  • Prepared/Analyzed KPMG LLP's local tax monthly budget and forecast.

Multistate Tax Manager

Deloitte Tax LLP
06.2008 - 03.2015
  • Responsible for tax consulting and compliance services to various clients in the pharmaceutical, retail, not-for-profit and private equity sectors. Services include: State tax partnership compliance and research, State tax corporate compliance and research, Review/Audit of ASC 740 state tax provisions.
  • Extensive experience with preparation and review of state income tax returns for partnerships.
  • Reviewed state K-1s for investments to determine filing jurisdictions.
  • Calculated estimated payments, withholding payments and extension payments.
  • Prepared/Reviewed Unrelated Business Taxable Income (“UBTI”) calculations.
  • Prepared/Reviewed state income tax returns for corporations in all required jurisdictions.
  • Prepared/Reviewed of workpapers, apportionment workpapers and schedules supporting state tax returns.
  • Performed extensive research on general state tax issues.
  • Conducted general administrative duties for clients such as mailing of returns and respond to notices.
  • Assisted in E-filing of partnership and corporate state tax returns as required.
  • Performed review and audit of quarterly and year-end state tax provision calculations.
  • Proactively interacted with partners/directors, senior managers, and key client management team to gather information, resolve tax-related issues, and make recommendations for business and process improvements.
  • Supervised, trained, and mentored staff and seniors on multiple compliance and FAS 109 review projects and assessed performance of staff for engagement reviews.
  • Trained approximately 25 professionals on 3-week rotation program in Hyderabad, India for new hires.
  • Assisted on large state amended return projects for the reporting of federal RAR adjustments.
  • Assisted in sales/use tax reverse audits.

Education

Master of Science - Accounting

Fairleigh Dickinson University
Madison, NJ
12.2008

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

Fairleigh Dickinson University
Teaneck, NJ
05.2008

Skills

  • Bilingual: Fluent in Spanish
  • Leadership
  • Excellent verbal and written communication
  • Self-motivated professional
  • Excellent work ethic
  • Conflict resolution
  • Budget forecasting
  • Strategic and financial planning
  • Financial analysis and reporting
  • Process implementation
  • Computer proficiency
  • Microsoft Office
  • Proficient in research engines: CCH, LexisNexis and BNA

Affiliations

Member of the AICPA

Member of the New Jersey Society of CPA's

Certification

  • CPA - Certified Public Accountant in New Jersey

Timeline

Chief Accounting and Development Officer

Brownstone Pancake Factory
01.2022 - Current

Tax Senior Manager

KPMG LLP
03.2015 - 01.2022

Multistate Tax Manager

Deloitte Tax LLP
06.2008 - 03.2015

Master of Science - Accounting

Fairleigh Dickinson University

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

Fairleigh Dickinson University

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