ASHLEY SEELOCHAN

• Evaluated existing accounting systems for efficiencies related to tax matters.
• Identified bottlenecks in processes and automated compliance processes.
• Completed month-end and year-end closings, kept records audit-ready and monitored timely recording of accounting transactions.
• Prepared and filed corporate income tax, GST/HST, SLFI, NR4 returns, and transfer pricing reports.
• Key player in rolling out growth initiatives and led well-rounded tax discussions with senior management.
• Reviewed and analyzed financial statements to determine tax liability and updated tax related note disclosures.
• Developed invoicing systems and internal controls to boost billing efficiencies.
• Trained staff members in proper procedures for filing returns and preparing documents required by regulatory agencies.
• Monitored changes in local, state, and federal taxation laws.
• Advised clients on mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, reorganizations, securities swaps, and other business transactions that have a tax consequence.
• Worked closely with external auditors, advisors, and federal and provincial tax authorities.
• Analyzed current and proposed laws for potential impact on taxes and advised various lines of business on potential impact.
• Provided technical advice to various lines of businesses regarding complex transactions involving taxation.

• Compose notice of objections for corporations regarding recent assessments and compile documentary evidence to support our firm's claims
• Formulate ITC allocation models for financial institutions and public service bodies to calculate their ITC entitlement
• Organize data and calculate companies' PVAT liability to file the RC 7294 return for selected listed financial institutions
• Complete and file annual information returns (RC 7291) for selected listed financial institutions
• Completed in-depth research into tax issues affecting clients' activities to offer expert advice and accurately prepare submissions.
• Taught junior staff how to prepare returns, resolve discrepancies and maximize efficiency.
• Assisted with managing audits from taxing authorities regarding indirect taxes.
• Coordinated preparation of external audit materials and external financial reporting.
• Drafted technical memorandums outlining positions taken by clients.
• Proactively identified areas of risk for clients and advised on how to mitigate such risks.
• Excellent communication skills showcased through client and team meetings.
• Demonstrated strong project management and time management skills through cross functional coordination with different teams.

GST/HST Field Audit

• Performed in-depth desk reviews on small to medium-sized files to determine whether to pursue an audit or downscreen the file.
• Conducted risk assessments to identify potential areas of fraud or non-compliance.
• Conducted on-site visits to inspect business operations, activities, and validity of business tax records, examining and assessing locally situated personal property.
• Scheduled follow-up audit appointments and prepared amended audit schedules, and other supporting documents upon petition for re-determination or other appeal.
• Reviewed documentation submitted by taxpayers to verify that their returns were filed accurately, according to the Excise Tax Act.
• Prepared working papers, reports, and supporting documentation for audit findings.
• Participated in special projects related to due diligence investigations as required.
• Drafted reports summarizing audit results, while highlighting any irregularities or inconsistencies found during the audit.
• Reviewed and evaluated internal control systems, financial records, and accounting systems to ensure accuracy of information.
• Explained assessments to registrants in a clear and concise manner.
• Aided in mentoring a colleague on the audit process and accompanied the colleague on initial interviews.
• Rolled out various programs with a focus on real estate for the GST/HST East Tax Centre Office.
• Facilitated workshops for groups said programs and created training guides.
• Reviewed refund claims made by sole proprietors, partnerships, and corporations on a national basis to verify their returns.
• Analyzed sales and purchase invoices and traced amounts to GST/HST and ITC listings to ensure that no material errors were made.