SummaryFinancial Accountant specializing in financial planning, reporting and analysis in both private and public sectors.Well-informed accountant adept at supplying quick responses to financial inquiries from internal management and potential clients.Creative accountant equipped with a broad knowledge of concepts and strategies to yield the best possible financial outcomes. HighlightsPeriodic financial reporting expertInvoice coding familiarityStrong communication skillsGeneral ledger accounting skillsComplex problem solvingAccount reconciliation expert ExperienceAccountant,06 2012-09 2015Ametek, Inc. Wilmington,MA,I have worked at Shantilal Gala Company (Nairobi, Kenya) which is an Audit firm, since 2nd July 2012.I was employed as an Accountant in the Firm.Maintained accounts receivable documentation electronically and on paper.Processed bank reconciliations and financial reports to verify practice of p weekly and monthly.Increased efficiency and alleviated work loads by creating a new Excel financial recording system.Collaborated extensively with auditors during preliminary and year-end audit processes.Entered weekly sales and customer count sheets for review by management.Processed payroll, electronic deposits and employee pay adjustments.Collaborated extensively with auditors during preliminary and year-end audit processes. EducationSelect One ,Expected in--,GPA Status-Bachelor of Arts Business Studies,Expected in2014-University of Greenwich-Nairobi,GPA Status-Completed the Bachelor s degree in Business of Arts - BA Honors Business Studies achieving a Second Upper Class Honors.The units included in the Academic Session (2012 2013) are as follows Managing Strategy - involves the formulation and implementation of the major goals and initiatives taken by a company s top management on behalf of owners, based on consideration of resources and an assessment of the internal and external environments in which the organization competes. International Business Management - involves the understanding for an international career in various industries. Today s world revolves around business. Networking on a global scale and recognising opportunities, or creating them yourself. International Business Management brings one a step closer to success on an international level.The units included in the Academic Session (2013 2014) are as follows Small Business Development - involves the process of how to own corporations, be into partnership and become a sole proprietors. These kind of developments are common in many countries, depending on the economic system in operation. PPD3 - Thematic Independent Study - the research and critical thinking skills from Personal and Professional Development (PPD) 2 and build upon their research proposals. This unit helped me to understand the intricate relationship between theory and practice. Improved my self-management in terms of time, planning, behaviour and motivation.Association of Business Executive Business,Expected in2013-Oshwal College-Nairobi,GPA Status-Completed the Association of Business Executive. This associate had levels and units as follows Certificate in Business - Level 3 includes the following units Introduction to Business. Introduction to Quantitative Methods. Introduction to Accounting. introduction to Business Communication.Diploma in Business Management (Higher) - Level 5 includes the following units Human Resource Management. Managerial Accounting. Marketing Policy, Planning and Communication. Organisational Behaviour. The Business Environment. Economic Principles and their Application to Business. Financial Accounting. Quantitative Methods for Business and Management.Diploma in Business Management (Graduate) - Level 6 includes the following units Corporate Finance. Corporate Strategy and Planning. International Business Case Study. Managing in Organisation. Strategic Marketing Management. SkillsOrganization - managing responsibilities in a particular manner and keeping track of those responsibilities.Time Management - Good time-management skills go hand-in-hand in with strong organizational capabilities. Budgeting time will give the allowance of managing the work efficiently.Adaptability - its always the best for me to adapt quickly and easily as my way of understanding the procedures is through planning everything in my mind as the work is being allocated.Communication - allows me to interact best with the colleagues, clients and receive the best feedback from their side after completing the conversation.  SEP  Position Summary As a Fox Factory Senior Tax Accountant, you will be supporting the Tax Department regarding direct and in-direct tax activities. This role will be involved in corporate tax strategy, tax provision preparation, and non-income tax activities. You will be responsible for accurate delivery of financial information, non-income tax reporting, tax research, tax planning and preparation of supporting workpapers on various ad-hoc projects. You will work alongside Company Executives, Senior Management, Tax Analyst and the Tax Manager as a member of the corporate tax team. Additionally, you will have an opportunity to learn new skillsets, be involved in the Fox community, and build lasting relationships with members of the Fox Factory Team. Position Responsibilities Assist in preparation and review of quarterly and annual ASC 740 calculation for global consolidated group.Support the preparation and assist in the review of the Tax section of SEC Filings, including reports on Form 10-Q and 8-K.Lead transaction tax (salesuse, business occupation, gross receipts, and property tax) return cycle for monthly, quarterly and annual filings, and facilitate filing of returns on a timely and accurate basis.Sales and Use Tax Compliance and Property Tax Compliance, specifically supporting the preparation of data, filing returns, reviewing work prepared by Tax Analyst, external service provider, andor Avalara software.Lead centralization of Sales and Use and Property Tax Filings to Fox Factory HQ using Avalara.Respond to inquiriesnotices from the IRS and other taxing authorities.Work with external service providers while building rapport and strong relationships with external service team. Manage and maintain relationships with business partners and auditors including investigating, concluding and responding to questions regarding tax matters.Research and resolve issues that arise in the tax compliance, tax provision, and in-direct tax processes. Specific Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required Excellent analytical, communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.Demonstrated project management skillset including project planning and time management.Experience of working with Avalara Sales and Use Tax Reporting Software.Ability to work efficiently and effectively in a team environment.Strong PC skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office software (Word, Access, Excel, and PowerPoint).Willingness to take ownership and responsibility of work and continually look to improve upon those tasks.Internally motivated to seek out answers, generate ideas, and develop new skills.Reliable, detail-oriented, and interested in the Tax career field. Competencies Customer Mindset Exceptional customer experience is primary focus while performing job duties. Quality is a top priority.Adaptability Innovation Proactively and willingly adapts to changing business needs and conditions and presents creative and fresh ideas on how to solve problems, gain efficiencies and improve quality.Relationship Building Builds constructive working relationships characterized by a high level of inclusion, cooperation and mutual respect. Accountability Takes personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work and strives to exceed requirements.Decision Making and Judgment Makes timely, informed decisions that take into account the facts, goals, constraints and risks.Talent Development (Self and Others) Displays an ongoing commitment to learning and self-improvement making an effort to acquire new knowledge or skills associated with job responsibilities. Willingness to work with others and coachteach in effort to develop and support other employees development. Position Qualifications Education Bachelors Degree in Accounting or FinanceCPA Candidate preferred Experience 3-5 years of Tax Accounting experience in public accounting or corporate tax department Work Environment and Physical Requirements Office or productionmanufacturing environment depending on assignmentMay be required to lift 20 lbs. frequentlyMay be required to walk, stand, sit, bend andor lift for long periods of time.May require vision abilities to validate and enter data on computer. Disclaimer This list does not represent all physical demands. Descriptions are representative of those that must be met by employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the jobs essential functions. 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