Victoria Krendel

adypvl@r.postjobfree.com 248-***-****;

West Bloomfield, MI

Professional Summary

Highly analytical, detailed, and result-oriented professional. Very experienced in US & International Tax & Accounting. Experienced Risk Manager and HR Manager.

Skills/Highlights

Experienced in international taxation

APA Coordination. IMMEX and VAT certification utilization

Corporate Tax Planning, Tax Provisions, Compliance

Document preparation for 5471, BEAT, and various states income/franchises

External and standalone Audit, State and IRS Tax Audits,

IFRS - US GAAP Principles

QAD, SAP, ATX, ProSeries

CCH/BNA Tax Analysts

Strong knowledge of tax compliance and procedures for corporations especially reconciliation of BEAT payments, Interest Limitations, NOL’s, etc.

Risk Management: Manage insurance procurement, develop/implement risk management, compliance policies/procedures, and manage claims, etc.

Work History

Regional Tax, and Risk Manager 09/2014 to Current Webasto Roof Systems Inc. – US Division Rochester Hills MI

Report to regional CFO (disciplinary) and to Director of Corporate Tax in Germany (functional).

Manage all aspects of international and US tax reporting/compliance.

Lead standalone annual domestic audit with outside firms and report annual result to Parent Company in Germany as part of global audit.

Draft intercompany notes and agreements to support international and domestic intercompany transactions.

Planning for New Retention Credits, Payroll Tax Deferrals, PPP Loans, Interest limitation legislation, BEAT Tax, IP transfers, international intercompany transactions.

Lead US site in preparation of APA between US and Germany.

Prepare country-by-country analysis/reports in accordance with BEPC/OECD requirements.

Prepare Transfer Pricing Documentation to support local file and for report to HQ in Germany.

Lead VAT project with Mexican Division (should eventually bring back $20M to Webasto)

Oversee utilization of IMMEX and VAT certification by Mexican plants to avoid VAT payments on material purchased overseas for export manufacturing.

Support local finance managers in tax audits or other requests from tax authorities (in cooperation with Corporate Taxes, e.g., preparation of supporting documents …)

Understanding of US GAAP and/or IFRS financials

Work closely with outside Tax Consulting Firm in preparing Tax Provisions, and Federal/State Returns.

Review of tax information packages, roll forward of all tax accounts (e.g. deferred tax calculation, ERC, etc. ) of the region.

Overseeing sales and used tax filing in 34 states.

Participate and plan for CARES Act, US Tax Reform (filing of Retention Credit, Deferral of Social Security Tax, etc.)

Support HR and Payroll Department with all international contracts and local state payroll taxation.

Pro-actively identify tax risks & opportunities including planning for New Retention Credits, Payroll Taxes Deferrals, PPP Loans, Interest limitation legislation, BEAT Tax, IP transfers, international intercompany transactions, along with foreign legislations changes that could adversely affect tax costs.

As Risk Manager, continue designing and implementing an overall risk management process for the organization. Evaluate and provide recommendations regarding selection of polices, including but not limited to: Property, Casualty, General Liability, Worker’s Compensation, Directors, and Officers, and Cyber-Risk Polices.

Achievements:

Reconciliation of several projects moved overseas which brought back to US operation over $8M by signing License Fee Agreements between several Countries and US division.

Working with IRS to allow one Tax Accounting Method to be aligned with all US Divisions being part of Consolidated Return and brought to the company an additional $19M.

State and Local Audits – brought back to Webasto Roof Systems Inc over $ 1.5 M.

Current Project – Tax Reform Interest Limitations and BEAT Payment that potentially can bring additional taxable income to US operations and reduce BEAT exposure. Over past two years was able to achieve indefinite savings roughly by $3M for each year BEAT payment should be made.

Controller-CFO 09/2007-09/2014

Ammex Inc . Duty free retail and auto operation US/ CAN – Detroit International Bridge, Detroit MI

Responsible for management of accounting; billing, financial statements, general ledger, payroll, AR/AP, tax compliance, inventory accounting, external audits, internal controls,

Established accounting policies, standards, practices, and security measures to ensure effective and consistent information processing operations.

In coordination with the President, responsible for researching and implementing cost savings measures or process improvements.

Manage integrations between retail, fuel software, and accounting software.

Manage the monthly closing of Company’s financial records.

Merchant Processing/Tender Accounts, Credit & Collections Management.

Aid the President in preparation of financial reports, including bank reporting, monthly internal financial reporting packages, tax schedules and audit schedules.

Manage internal tax preparation and compliance reporting including Sales/Use Tax, Federal and State Tax, Forms 720 and 1099, Fuel Tax Reporting.

Lead IRS and State Audits, GST Refund Case with Canadian Government.

Manage purchases using foreign currency, perform money exchange reconciliation.

Coordinate and prepare for year-end financial reviews.

Develop/train accounting staff. Delegate duties and monitor performance.

Controller/HR Manager 04/2005-09/2007

Accounting Manager/HR Manager 11/2000-06/2004

PPI, INC Retail & Wholesales, Warren, MI

Manage and direct financial and management activities including supervision of 3-4 people in accounting department.

Established, implemented, and trained accounting department for various financial responsibilities.

Prepare financial reports for owners weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annually.

Develop processes to identify and resolve financial issues.

Maintain and manage daily cash operation.

Monitor and manage all aspects of the company inventory.

Assist with coordinating quarterly and annual external audits with outside CPA and IT Consultants.

HR Management Responsibilities: Benefits administration, compensation analysis, employee relations, federal/legal compliance, records, talent acquisition, and retention.

Prior Years’ Experience

06/2004-04/2005 GreenLeaf Auto, LLC (previously owned by Ford), Brighton MI

oSite Controller,

1999-2000 Real Estate Agency of WB; West Bloomfield MI

oGeneral Accountant

1998-1999 Sales Control Systems; Southfield MI

oAccountant

Education:

1998-2000 Oakland University, Michigan

Master’s Degree in Economics

1991 - 1995 Ukraine State University Ukraine BS in Economics

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