Alice Mwila

• Prepared monthly journal entries and reconciliations.
• Reconciled accounts and created documents for monthly closure procedures.
• Reviewed documents and accounts for discrepancies and resolved variances.
• Reconciled balance sheets and streamlined best practices for balance sheet processes.
• Assisted in internal and external audits by preparing necessary documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.
• Updated general ledger with latest entries.
• Completed year-end closing processes with controllers and external auditors.

• Examined accounts and records and computed tax returns according to prescribed rates, laws and regulations.
• Managed multiple tax projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines were met and clients were satisfied.
• Conducted thorough reviews of financial records to ensure accuracy in reporting income, deductions, and credits.
• Performed tasks under limited supervision related to income tax compliance such as returns, extensions, forecasts and tax provisions for business sectors and corporate heritage business units.
• Reduced client tax liabilities through diligent research and application of applicable tax laws.
• Collaborated with team members to identify opportunities for improving client services and tax strategies.
• Developed strong relationships with clients by maintaining open communication lines and addressing concerns promptly.

Support the Tax Specialist and assist with improving the efficiency of the tax function and promote tax compliance by carrying out the following business and financial accountabilities for both Zambia Sugar PLC and Nanga Farms Limited,

• Preparation and submission of all tax returns and payments for the following tax types,

Pay as You Earn (“PAYE”), Withholding tax (“WHT”), Withholding Value Added Tax (“WVAT”), VAT, Provisional tax, Annual income tax, Property Transfer Tax;

• Maintain detailed supporting schedules of all tax returns submitted and tax paid and ensure all necessary records are maintained;

• Collection of WHT certificates, reconciliation to supporting schedules and forwarding them to suppliers in additional to dealing with other tax related queries from suppliers;

• Reconciliation of Zambia Revenue Authority (“ZRA”) tax accounts,

• Corresponding with ZRA with regards to various queries they will have with regards to the company’s tax matters;

• Assist in the submission of information requested by ZRA during audits/reviews;

• Assist with communicating tax legislative requirements to internal stakeholders

• Preparation of tax journals and reconciliations of tax related accounts to ensure accuracy of the general ledger; and

• Perform any other tasks assigned by the Tax Specialist.

• Computed tax depreciation rates on business assets like technology and vehicles.
• Completed in-depth research into tax issues affecting [Type] activities to offer expert advice and accurately prepare submissions.
• Reconciled tax accounts to prevent discrepancies and maintain readiness for expected tax liabilities.
• Reviewed financial reports to correctly ascertain taxation and statement requirements.
• Responded promptly to official tax notices requiring clarifications and additional submissions.
• Prepared written responses or tax return amendments to resolve state and federal notices.
• Consulted with clients to assess and mitigate future tax liabilities and determine eligibility for tax abatement.
• Conducted reviews of internal tax documentation, reducing errors related to missed tax benefits.
• Facilitated communication between clients and tax authorities.
• Reviewed available data and compared against tax code to determine exemptions, deductions, and potential liabilities.
• Researched tax implications for various deductions and credits.
• Reviewed clients tax filing papers thoroughly to determine eligibility for additional tax credits or deductions.
• Collaborated with clients to answer questions and provide advice on tax matters.
• Analyzed financial documents to accurately reflect client information on tax returns.
• Completed and filed returns with tax departments at local, state, and federal levels.
• Furnished taxpayers with sufficient information and advice to facilitate correct tax form completion.
• Interviewed clients to obtain additional information on taxable income, deductible expenses and allowances.
• Simplified complex tax code language for clients, clearly explaining relevant rules and regulations pertaining to their situations.
• Participated in continuing education programs to maintain professional expertise in taxation matters.
• Prepared accurate quarterly and yearly tax filings for businesses such as [Type] and [Type].
• Oversaw team of [Number] tax preparers handling over [Number] submissions per year.
• Taught junior staff how to prepare statements, resolve discrepancies and maximize efficiency.