Manager Accounting

KELLY LEVINGS OLSON

**** * ******, **, #* • Washington, DC 20009

405-***-**** • abl2f8@r.postjobfree.com

TAX MANAGER/SENIOR TAX ANALYST

Tax Reporting and Compliance ~ Strategic Planning ~ Policy Development

Data Analysis ~ Documentation ~ Process Improvements

Accomplished professional with extensive taxation and compliance experience. Exhibit exceptional planning and

multitasking skills; prioritize and organize workflow to optimize reporting accuracy and departmental organization. Possess

strong troubleshooting and computer skills, including familiarity with TaxStream and OneSource. Communicate effectively

with individuals at all levels. Drive continuous process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce cycle time. Hold MS

in Accounting. Valued business partner recognized for integrity, exceptional work ethic, and high professional standards.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

MCAFEE, INC., Plano, TX 2007–2010

Federal Tax Analyst

Prepared quarterly tax provision workpapers supporting permanent and temporary tax adjustments, net operating losses,

and effective tax rate. Utilized TaxStream provision software and developed templates to automate uploading of

adjustments which increased process efficiency. Integrated purchase price accounting for five acquisitions into tax

workpapers and provision process, including $400M acquisition. Managed reconciliation of tax payable and expense

accounts for over 100 entities in jurisdictions across North America, Latin America, Europe, and Asia. Developed

enhancements for utilization of TaxStream to enable better analytics around reporting function. Designed Excel

workbook for foreign and domestic accounting department input for tax payable and expense reconciliation that directly

imported into provision software. Utilized OneSource to prepare in-house tax returns and quarterly federal estimated tax

payments. Drafted quarterly memos, including updates on federal tax law changes. Administered web-based research and

development application on quarterly basis to maximize realizable tax credit; provided timely and accurate assistance to

users, serviced help requests, performed data analysis, and provided technical troubleshooting.

HSPG & ASSOCIATES, PC, Oklahoma City, OK 2004–2007

Tax Senior and Manager

Prepared, reviewed, and managed federal and state income tax returns for individuals, C-corporations, S-corporations,

LLCs, partnerships, trusts, and estates. Researched technical tax issues and worked directly with partners and clients to

solve complex tax problems. Managed staff and workflow to meet deadlines and maximize profitability.

GRANT THORNTON, LLP, Tulsa and Oklahoma City, OK 2002–2004

Tax Staff and Senior

Prepared and reviewed federal and state income tax returns for middle to small market companies with an emphasis in

oil and gas industry. Participated in campus recruiting and development of junior staff.

ARTHUR ANDERSON, LLP, Tulsa, OK 2000–2002

Tax Staff

Prepared federal and state tax returns for individuals and business entities; assisted in preparation of corresponding

workpapers and engagement files. Conducted research, as necessary, to resolve technical issues.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND COMPUTER SKILLS

OKLAHOMA STATE UNIVERSITY, Stillwater, OK

Master of Science in Accounting, Emphasis in Taxation, GPA: 3.818/4.0

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Major in Accounting, GPA: 3.835/4.0

Previously Certified Public Accountant, State of Oklahoma 2002–2008. Currently pursuing recertification.

Trained in ASC 740 (FAS 109 and FIN 48).

Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint; Windows 2000/XP/Vista, TaxStream, BNA, and OneSource.

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