Experience

Tennessee Department of Revenue

• United States
• Government Administration
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Tax Auditor 3

  • May 2020 - Present

  Nashville, Tennessee, United States • Perform thorough audits to determine financial output of the company or individual. • Create a log of all incoming/outgoing audits, communications, and outcomes. • Manage projects assigned directly to me and ensure there are completed timely without errors present. • Works with special investigation unit to investigate potential tax fraud cases. Use CLEAR to conduct thorough background checks, monitor social media accounts, and internal software methods to gather intelligence on… Show more • Perform thorough audits to determine financial output of the company or individual. • Create a log of all incoming/outgoing audits, communications, and outcomes. • Manage projects assigned directly to me and ensure there are completed timely without errors present. • Works with special investigation unit to investigate potential tax fraud cases. Use CLEAR to conduct thorough background checks, monitor social media accounts, and internal software methods to gather intelligence on potential subjects and compile a report for management that will go to the DA’s office. • Creates a report with the taxpayer and perform all audits with integrity and trust. • Analyze financial claims and reporting’s to determine if any fraud intention is present. • Maintain vigilance of any fraudulent tax claims, whether automotive, titling, or pertinent state taxes, and after determining any illegal activities exist report to Special Investigations. • Use accounting and financial skills to properly calculate taxes owed or due to the customer and complete claims in a timely manner with accordance of GAAP standards. • Cites applicable laws, attorney general opinions, current administrative policies, and relevant court decisions in support of the position taken. • Prepares tax audit correspondence for taxpayers, attorneys, CPAs and other representatives of the community. • Answers inquiries from the legal staff or attorney general and provide documentation to legal staff which will support a tax assessment. • Refer to the TCA (Tennessee Codes Annotated) for reference of laws and notices pertaining to the case at hand. • Computes tax liability, plus any interest, penalties, or adjustments due from the taxpayer. Ensures there is no variance at the completion of the case so that all monies are accounted for before submitting to management for final approval. • Pursues knowledge in tax areas, continue to provide excellent customer service, and assist team members with any tasks. Show less



Dollar General

• United States
• Retail
• 700 & Above Employee

• Procurement Specialist

  • Aug 2019 - May 2020

  Goodlettsville, Tennessee, United States • Process and execute Non-Disclosure Agreements and execute all legalities. • Negotiate contracts on an RFQ or other method approach to identify the best vendor for the assignment. • Analyze all contracts to determine if any illicit manners are present or expected throughout the lifespan of the contract. • Maintain the Procurement Supplier Database (Coupa, Oracle, E-Procurement) to ensure current suppliers are updated. • Performs monthly invoice auditing, verify all journal entries… Show more • Process and execute Non-Disclosure Agreements and execute all legalities. • Negotiate contracts on an RFQ or other method approach to identify the best vendor for the assignment. • Analyze all contracts to determine if any illicit manners are present or expected throughout the lifespan of the contract. • Maintain the Procurement Supplier Database (Coupa, Oracle, E-Procurement) to ensure current suppliers are updated. • Performs monthly invoice auditing, verify all journal entries and general ledgers are entered, and verify that variances are at zero. • Purchase IT equipment to supply 16,049 stores nationwide. Monitor logistics and transportation costs. Book freight and bid for lowest cost transporter. • Coordinates all aspects of supply ordering for general use supplies, print and other expense/capital items as needed. • Compiles and maintains information and records to prepare purchase orders, and reviews or processes invoices. • Prepare tax auditing and invoicing to send correct tax payments to each municipality and state. • Monitors inventory levels and field ordering habits. • Tracks and research orders, ensuring timely fulfillment to stores throughout the country. Show less



Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County

• United States
• Government Administration
• 700 & Above Employee

• Procurement Officer II

  • Oct 2018 - Aug 2019

  Greater Nashville Area, TN • Ensures that specifications and statements of work are prepared in a manner which adequately describes the Government's requirements without restricting competition. Maintains vigilant to any changes in laws, ordinances, or pertinent information that poses direct influence to the position. • Advises technical personnel as to inadequate, ambiguous or vague specifications to avoid Government liability. Educates the public on contractual obligations, rules set fourth, and administrative… Show more • Ensures that specifications and statements of work are prepared in a manner which adequately describes the Government's requirements without restricting competition. Maintains vigilant to any changes in laws, ordinances, or pertinent information that poses direct influence to the position. • Advises technical personnel as to inadequate, ambiguous or vague specifications to avoid Government liability. Educates the public on contractual obligations, rules set fourth, and administrative bylaws. • Performs a complete review of recommended sole-source requirements and conducts necessary market analysis to test the noncompetitive assumptions of requisitions to perform an assessment on competitive monetary amounts. • Conducts public bid openings, reviews bids, and determines responsiveness and responsibility of low bidder in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements and scoring based upon cost criteria, firm qualifications, references, and skillsets. • Identifies appropriate negotiation and buyer team members; formulates pre-negotiation objectives and tasks, prepares initial contract compliance research and documentation, and facilitates the negotiation as the Business Assistance Officer. Coordinate with SBA, GoDBE, Veterans office, and all other pertinent offices for certifications • Prepares price negotiation memoranda, assists in solicitation minimum requirements for contract satisfaction and percentage for vendor usage, outlining in writing the details of negotiations with contractors in competitive and noncompetitive negotiations. • Provides signatory authority and executes contract awards within warrant authority for their own contract awards along with the buyer and procurement officer approval signature. Executes warrant for Letter of Intent, Certificate of Insurance, and Award letter. Creates a database for the vendor to submit copies of invoices, cancelled checks, and order forms to ensure the vendor is complaint with all contractual agreements. Show less

• Application Technician III - Tax Accounting

  • Nov 2016 - Jun 2018

  Greater Nashville Area, TN Responsible for accounts receivable of tax revenues. Created databases to increase cash postings and providing customers with adequate information. Posted general ledgers, journal entries, and ran reports to ensure no variances existed within the postings. Resolved any conflicts and provided legal information regarding accounts. • Conducted financial analysis on monies received and recouped delinquent tax payments in a timely fashion • Ensured compliance with Federal, State, and local… Show more Responsible for accounts receivable of tax revenues. Created databases to increase cash postings and providing customers with adequate information. Posted general ledgers, journal entries, and ran reports to ensure no variances existed within the postings. Resolved any conflicts and provided legal information regarding accounts. • Conducted financial analysis on monies received and recouped delinquent tax payments in a timely fashion • Ensured compliance with Federal, State, and local guidelines and adhered to GAAP • Posted online, and postal, payments to proper accounts on a daily basis. Monthly postings exceeded $11 million • Audited accounts payable and reported any payments not posted to their correct accounts; utilized business objects to assign payments to proper accounts (general fund, cash, operating expense, etc.) • Prepared and completed various tax forms, reports, correspondences, logs, & other documents Show less



Amtrak

• United States
• Rail Transportation
• 700 & Above Employee

• Carman

  • Sep 2013 - Aug 2016

  Washington D.C. Metro Area Over a year of specialized work experience in the railroad field. Performs daily and routine inspections of railroad equipment in access of 8 million dollars; pertinent to the safety of passenger transportation. All work is performed under FRA 238 inspection standards set by the federal government and all paperwork is signed upon completion and recorded. Safety is first before, during, and after all work performed. • Daily Inspection: Perform daily inspections, mechanical repairs… Show more Over a year of specialized work experience in the railroad field. Performs daily and routine inspections of railroad equipment in access of 8 million dollars; pertinent to the safety of passenger transportation. All work is performed under FRA 238 inspection standards set by the federal government and all paperwork is signed upon completion and recorded. Safety is first before, during, and after all work performed. • Daily Inspection: Perform daily inspections, mechanical repairs, and air brake tests on all incoming rail equipment to ensure 100% accuracy of any defects to allow rail cars to pass a 24 hours turn-around to be placed in revenue service. • Safety Committee Member: Monitor, evaluate, and address employees for any safety violations. Make adjustments to equipment and personnel to ensure all items and persons are operating safely. Report safety violations to the safety director and place orders to get the issue resolved in a quick matter so that no rail traffic has any potential problems • 180 Day Inspection: Perform a complete change out of defective parts. Inspect cars under a more stringent inspection. • Standards Compliance: All work falls under Blue Flag protection. These procedures include derail devices in place, track lock-outs, and constant communication to ensure safety for all personnel operating on or around equipment. • Periodic Maintenance: Under blue flag protection, I perform inspections and maintenance on all rolling stock at the 180 day mandatory inspection. I inspect and repair center flange, side bearings, wheels, brake rigging, relay valve, couplers, radius rods, and all other interior and exterior devices to ensure 100% safety in compliance with FRA regulations. • Derail: Under blue flag protection, I perform the placement of derails and lockout switches to protect the workers area. I instruct new employees on these procedures and enforce safety measures. *Blue Flag, safety, FRA daily,180, brakes, pre-trip* Show less



Vanderbilt University Medical Center

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 700 & Above Employee

• Insurance Verification Specialist

  • Jun 2013 - Aug 2013

  Nashville, TN Performed insurance analysis for incoming patients scheduled for surgery. Arranged financial payment options for amounts insurance companies would not pay. Report daily ledgers on payments received to be posted to the patients account. Retrieve files and call insurance companies on patients’ affairs. • Insurance Verification: Verify patient insurance, limits, services paid, and co-pay amounts • Coding: Responsible for using correct CPT codes under ICD-9 regulations to ensure the… Show more Performed insurance analysis for incoming patients scheduled for surgery. Arranged financial payment options for amounts insurance companies would not pay. Report daily ledgers on payments received to be posted to the patients account. Retrieve files and call insurance companies on patients’ affairs. • Insurance Verification: Verify patient insurance, limits, services paid, and co-pay amounts • Coding: Responsible for using correct CPT codes under ICD-9 regulations to ensure the proper procedure is coded correctly for the incoming patient • Accounts Receivable: Apply co-payments and insurance billings paid to the company account. Report monthly income statements to the controller and compile financial data • Electronic Filing: In accordance to HIPPA standards, all electronic documents were filed using a vendor-specific secured application and a paper copy was stored in a control locked environment. I utilized EPIC, Hyperspace, Cigna, Blue Cross, Aetna, Tricare, and internal applications Show less



I3

• United States
• Business Consulting and Services

• Defense Contractor

  • Dec 2011 - Dec 2012

  Fob Shank, Afghanistan • Became a Subject Matter Expert (SME) on the Sparks II/III platforms used in conjunction with Mine Resistant Anti-Personnel (MRAP) equipment use to activate implanted IEDs along routes that were occupied by US and Allied troops for cargo, personnel, and equipment delivery throughout the county. Taught incoming soldiers on the usage, limitations, and maintenance, and EVAC of such equipment in theatre. • Communicated with locals for intelligence gathering to determine targeted areas for troop… Show more • Became a Subject Matter Expert (SME) on the Sparks II/III platforms used in conjunction with Mine Resistant Anti-Personnel (MRAP) equipment use to activate implanted IEDs along routes that were occupied by US and Allied troops for cargo, personnel, and equipment delivery throughout the county. Taught incoming soldiers on the usage, limitations, and maintenance, and EVAC of such equipment in theatre. • Communicated with locals for intelligence gathering to determine targeted areas for troop movement and reported such to command for delivery of mine rollers to clear the AO. • Maintained contract compliance with vendors to ensure supply delivery was orchestrated in a timely and secure manner. • Coordinated daily tasks for personnel attached to military units and verified accountability. • Ensured all equipment was accounted for and purchased supplies to replace defective parts. • Maintained $38 million in inventory and reported amounts to military units for their respected budgets. • Conducted routine audit of inventory and created financial reports of loss, damaged, or operational units. • Performed mechanical inspection and repair on all equipment assigned under the Counter IED unit. • Perform pre and post attack assessment of structures, assist with triage, report casualties, identify ambulatory of wounded, and indicate threat levels for the BDOC. • Coordinated with human resources to give live feedback on employees in the area, any members that have been injured, and counts. • Embedded with the US Army 704th EOD and 172nd AB to conduct route clearance with the use of counter IED equipment. Analyzed data received from mine apparatus equipment to deliver a detailed report to the commanding officer. • Designed and operated ECP (entry control points) in theatre along with the 4/401st and performed inspection and investigations with local contactors that brought vehicles on post. Show less



WWLR

• United Kingdom
• Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Defense Contactor

  • Jul 2011 - Dec 2012

  Paktia Province, Afghanistan • Performed evidence gathering and dissemination to US Army CID along with reporting of any counter insurgency activities including the findings of explosive material residue (use of goldilocks and Sherlock equipment) and/or equipment used by insurgency groups. Detect threats against US military and civilian personnel and compile reports to commanding officers. • Report any attacks to the post or AO. Identify the threat level, initiate triage and provide medical assistance as needed. Clear… Show more • Performed evidence gathering and dissemination to US Army CID along with reporting of any counter insurgency activities including the findings of explosive material residue (use of goldilocks and Sherlock equipment) and/or equipment used by insurgency groups. Detect threats against US military and civilian personnel and compile reports to commanding officers. • Report any attacks to the post or AO. Identify the threat level, initiate triage and provide medical assistance as needed. Clear area of any opposing threats and evacuate as needed. • Compiled intelligence briefings into documentation and delivered through secured servers. • Conducted audits of inventory and generated reports daily to monitor rotation of collections. • Coordinated with vendors for mail shipments overseas and price matched for best offers. • Developed working relationships with military law enforcement for movement of collections in and out of theater. • Performed evidence gathering and dissemination to US Army CID along with reporting of any counter insurgency activities including the findings of explosive material residue (use of goldilocks and Sherlock equipment) and/or equipment used by insurgency groups. Detect threats against US military and civilian personnel and compile reports to commanding officers Compiled intelligence briefings into documentation and delivered through secured servers Conducted audits of inventory and generated reports daily to monitor rotation of collections. Coordinated with vendors for mail shipments overseas and price matched for best offers Developed working relationships with military law enforcement for movement of collections in and out of theater. Show less

• State of Tennessee

  • May 1999 - Nov 2010

  Nashville, TN • Conducted tax preparation for customers, collected revenues, and applied to proper accounts. • Coordinated daily work activities for a group of 10 revenue agents working on the call center. Received approximately 75 calls per day and maintained zero lost calls. Provided excellent customer service and phone etiquette. • Assisted tax auditors with financial worksheets covering monthly and quarterly filings to show filing cycles, tax monies collected, and outstanding amount to verify any… Show more • Conducted tax preparation for customers, collected revenues, and applied to proper accounts. • Coordinated daily work activities for a group of 10 revenue agents working on the call center. Received approximately 75 calls per day and maintained zero lost calls. Provided excellent customer service and phone etiquette. • Assisted tax auditors with financial worksheets covering monthly and quarterly filings to show filing cycles, tax monies collected, and outstanding amount to verify any variances. Assisted tax enforcement in building cases on taxpayers that have not paid their appropriate state tax(es) • Posted revenues collected to centralized system and created journal entries and general ledger reports daily. • Developed payment plans to ensure monies owed were collected in a timely manner. Provided tax education to customers to maintain a clear and concise communication link. • Ensured variances were zero, if possible, not to exceed .001 percent at the state maximum allowance Show less