Kaitlynn M. knight, CPA
Cell: 989-***-****
**********@*****.***
Westland, Michigan 48185
Executive Summary
Corporate Tax Accountant with a background in Information Systems with 6+ years of experience in income tax compliance, ASC 740 provision preparation, and auditing. Bringing years of experience in various tax compliance and provision software programs and technical concepts, which have been utilized to drive efficiencies and mitigate risk for clients. Seeking to share learned experiences with staff and clients while continuing to develop professionally and build long lasting relationships.
Work Experience
PricewaterhouseCoopers, LLP, Grand Rapids, Michigan
Corporate Tax Manager - January 2018 – Present
Perform corporate federal tax return, provision, auditing, consulting, and tax planning computations including utilizing OTP, SAP, HFM, Oracle, and Alteryx.
Oversee multiple teams to meet deadlines for clients with large corporate structures while striving to increase efficiency and accuracy of our team internally.
Conduct tax research on the behalf of clients to identify cash savings and produce analytics to help control and mitigate risk.
Identify opportunities for specialist teams to assist Clients in TP, R&D, International, and SALT practices.
Counsel staff through performance and development cycles while providing feedback in the moment.
Adapt and remain flexible to changing tax law, technology, and client shifts.
PricewaterhouseCoopers, LLP, San Diego, California
Federal Tax Intern - June 2017 – August 2017
Assist with corporate federal tax provisions, compliance, consulting, and tax planning.
Manage projects and time to meet strict deadlines.
PricewaterhouseCoopers, LLP, Detroit, Michigan
International Tax Services Intern - January 2016 – April 2016
Assist with corporate federal tax provisions, compliance, consulting, and tax planning.
Manage projects and time to meet strict deadlines.
National Charter Schools Institute, Mount Pleasant, Michigan
Accounting Team Member - June 2014 – Dec 2017
Manage expense reimbursement, bill payment, reconciliations, tax payments, payroll, file upkeep, and book inventory.
Education
Central Michigan University
Major: Accounting and Spanish with Business Concentration
Minor: Legal Studies and Information Systems
Graduated December 2017
GPA: 3.89 – Accounting GPA: 4.0
Mid-Michigan Community College Dual Enrollment Program
21 credit hours completed – GPA: 3.98
Memberships & Certifications
Current Memberships: AICPA, MICPA, and GDCA
Certifications and Licenses: TERP-10, Lean Six Sigma, Microsoft Office Specialist, Microsoft Excel, PwC Digital Acumen, PwC Human Centered Design, and Certified Public Accountant license.