Chikwado Ozumba

Work History

Cohnreznick LLP

Austin, Texas

10.2019 - Current

Secured and properly handled confidential data to protect against unauthorized access, improper transmission and unapproved disclosure.
Reviewed and analyzed client data and accurately prepared income tax returns and tax research.
Developed in-depth knowledge of client business and industry through direct interaction while working on various aspects of engagement.
Researched and analyzed specialized tax laws, rules and regulations and analyze pertinent client, industry and technical matters to remain current on tax legislation.
Prepared written responses or tax return amendments to resolve state and federal notices.
Conducted reviews of internal tax documentation, reducing errors related to missed tax benefits.
Facilitated integration of modern tax software with client accounting software.
Reviewed available data and compared against tax code to determine exemptions, deductions, and potential liabilities.
Contacted IRS or other relevant government organizations on behalf of client to address issues related to tax self-preparation.
Prepared tax returns for clients in [Industry] and [Industry] according to government regulations and requirements.
Maintained complete records of client tax returns and supporting documentation in secured areas.
Reviewed clients tax filing papers thoroughly to determine eligibility for additional tax credits or deductions.

Employment and Training Centers (E.T.C)

Houston, TEXAS

04.2018 - 09.2018

Collaborated with Payroll and Human resources departments to achieve [Result].
Directed [Area of expertise] across [Number] departments.
Transcribed meeting minutes for management's records.
Addressed questions and managed communications with contractors and prospective employers.
Responded to questions and managed communications with contractors and prospective employers.
Prepared detailed documents and reports in adherence administrative processes.
Conducted ongoing reviews of program financial systems to achieve [Result].
Reduced intake processes time by developing application tracking and filing systems.
Worked closely with others to accomplish timely invoicing and accounts receivables.
Monitored and directed incoming mail and prepared outgoing mail.
Hired, managed, developed and trained staff, established and monitored goals, conducted performance reviews and administered salaries for staff.
Produced high-quality documents, spreadsheets and presentations for internal and customer-facing needs using MS Office suite.

Employment and Training Centers

Houston, Texas

04.2017 - 03.2018

Applied mathematical abilities on daily basis to calculate and check figures in all areas of accounting systems.
Organized budget documentation and tracked expenses to maintain tight business controls.
Assisted management with finalization of annual expense plans.
Balanced reports to submit for approval and verification.
Achieved [Result] by quickly and efficiently reviewing company purchase documents and receipts.
Evaluated employee expense reports and verified accuracy.
Processed payroll for approximately 500 total employees.
Supervised team of 4 accounting associates.
Applied proper codes to invoices, files and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
Compiled budget figures by reviewing past budgets, evaluating estimated income and assessing expenses.
Completed bi-weekly payroll for company employees, including calculating taxes, vacation and sick time.