Dennis Sluschewski
Redford, MI 48239
********@*****.***
Profile
Results-oriented, dependable, flexible, self-motivated professional
experienced in various accounting and tax functions. Excels in faced-paced
environments and works well independently and as part of a team.
Demonstrates a willingness to take on new and varied projects and an
ability to handle changing priorities.
Objective
To secure a position with a progressive and entrepreneurial company that
offers stability and rewards loyalty, commitment and hard work.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
Almeda University, 2002
Summary of Qualifications
10+ years of accounting experience.
Use of accounting software.
Thinks outside the box to develop solutions and systems to increase
efficiency and productivity.
Self-starter with strong work ethic. Will do what it takes to get the job
done.
Skills
Excellent technical writing and editing skills.
Strong verbal communication skills.
Strong influencing skills across business functions.
Advanced computer and technology skills.
Excellent accounting skills.
Computer Skills
MS Office, SAP R/3, Ford and GM systems, PeopleSoft, Sarbanes-Oxley, Lotus,
Outlook, Vertex, Tax compliance, Premium Pro, PTMS (Property Tax Management
System), CCH (Commerce Clearing House), Accounting software
Professional Experience
Accounting Analyst Aug 2008-Dec 2009 (at John Deere Landscapes)
Volt Services Group, Southfield, MI
Prepared tangible business personal property declarations and returns by
using the Property Tax Management System (PTMS) software system.
Trained employees with this software.
Established desk procedures for this tax position.
Researched State websites for additional filing information.
Ensured that all business personal property returns were filed timely and
accurately.
Analyzed property tax assessments.
Recorded fixed assets with proper G/L coding.
Generated supporting schedules as necessary.
Processed required business licenses for various branches.
Accounting Analyst July 2007-Feb 2008 (at Chrysler Financial)
The Bartech Group, Bingham Farms, MI
Supported the tax department by meeting time deadlines (avoided unnecessary
overtime).
Implemented a unique system to make paying personal property tax bills
(excise tax) easier by using the Property Tax Management System (PTMS)
software system.
Created an effective filing process for the filings of renditions with
various jurisdictions.
Calculated interest and penalty charges.
Responded to both client and government inquiries.
Accounting Analyst Sept 2006-Mar 2007
ACN Inc., Farmington Hills, MI
Reconciled state and provincial general ledger tax accounts.
Processed applications for business licenses.
Prepared U.S. and Canadian state (provincial) franchise tax returns.
Prepared Sales and Use Tax returns.
Responsible for constant knowledge of current tax regulations.
Assisted with various accounting, budget and forecasting projects,
including compilations, and payroll filings.
Reviewed, analyzed and responded to notices received from taxing
authorities.
Assisted with auditor projects.
Prepared State, Local and Federal taxes along with supporting schedules.
Accounting Analyst Mar 2006-Aug 2006 (at Ford Motor Credit Co)
Ajilon Consulting, Southfield, MI
Prepared state premium tax returns and processed all premium tax payments
(including Canadian Premium Tax) for The American Road Insurance Company
(TARIC) and Vista Life Insurance Company (VLIC) utilizing Premium Pro
software.
Processed payments for occupational license fees.
Processed municipal premium tax returns.
Prepared and posted required journal entries.
Performed month end account reconciliations.
Prepared necessary tax statements or filings.
Accounting Analyst Jan 1996-Dec 2005 (at GM and Ford Motor Co)
Datamatics Global Services, Livonia, MI
Performed daily audits of instant checks, check requests, EFT'S and wire
transfers.
Evaluated errors and took appropriate action to minimize processor errors
in the future.
Processed high volume of Travel Expense Reports and performed tax
accounting.
Assisted with month end close, journal entries, and accruals.
Maintained desk procedures.
Reconciled General Ledger.
Analyzed corporate credit card transactions.
Maintained various database systems.
Coordinated the freight bill processing for moving expenses.
Performed account reconciliations.
Calculated and processed plant utility bills.
Matched open purchase orders to invoices and packing slips.
Resolved billing issues.
Processed high volume of A/P invoices.
Utilized SAP for accounts payable processing.
Responsible for working the Accounts Receivable report including aging
analysis maintenance.
Worked from customer statements and resolved old issues by being proactive.