I am a well organised, confident and dependable person. An extremely hard working individual who will not shy away from high volumes of work. A team player, but also able to use my own initiative with excellent attention to detail. I am very enthusiastic and maintain a cheerful and friendly manner even when under pressure with high work volumes.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Tax Specialist
HM Revenue & Customs
03.2004 - Current
Worked closely with legal teams during litigation processes involving disputed tax assessments or other contentious issues.
Conducted thorough research on federal, state, and local tax laws to ensure accurate interpretations in all cases handled.
Overcame challenges presented by unique or unusual tax situations through diligent research and problem-solving skills.
Increased revenue collection by efficiently auditing tax returns and identifying discrepancies.
Stayed current on industry trends and changes in tax legislation, ensuring ongoing expertise in revenue collection best practices.
Managed a portfolio of high-priority accounts, maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders while ensuring timely payments were made according to agreed-upon terms.
Upheld high standards of professional ethics in all interactions with taxpayers, colleagues, and other stakeholders within the industry.
Participated in conferences and workshops related to taxation policy issues, contributing valuable insights based on practical experience.
Maintained detailed records of all case files, ensuring accurate documentation for future reference or legal proceedings.
Evaluated complex tax issues, applying expert knowledge of tax law and regulations to resolve disputes.
Customer Service Supervisor
Tudor Photographic UK Limited
09.2002 - 03.2004
Promoted a positive work environment through open communication channels, fostering team collaboration and high morale.
Collaborated with other departments to address recurring customer concerns, improving overall service quality.
Coached employees through day-to-day work and complex problems.
Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving escalated issues promptly and professionally.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of company products and services, effectively communicating changes to the team for seamless customer support.
Developed and maintained strong relationships with customers to maintain loyalty and satisfaction.
Managed escalated calls with diplomacy, successfully deescalating situations while ensuring satisfactory resolutions for both parties involved.
Customer Service Representative
Tudor Photographic UK Limited
08.1997 - 09.2002
Handled customer inquiries and suggestions courteously and professionally.
Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.
Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
Resolved customer complaints with empathy, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
Updated account information to maintain customer records.
Answered customer telephone calls promptly to avoid on-hold wait times.
Answered constant flow of customer calls with minimal wait times.
Education
HND Business & Finance - Business
Barnet College
Hertfordshire
08.1997
A Level -
St Marys CofE High School
London
08.1995
GCSE -
St Marys CofE High School
London
08.1993
Skills
Tax Advisory Services
Indirect Taxation
Documentation skills
Tax Research
Reporting skills
Dispute Resolution
Accounting Principles
Tax Compliance
Excellent Customer Service Skills
Timeline
Tax Specialist
HM Revenue & Customs
03.2004 - Current
Customer Service Supervisor
Tudor Photographic UK Limited
09.2002 - 03.2004
Customer Service Representative
Tudor Photographic UK Limited
08.1997 - 09.2002
HND Business & Finance - Business
Barnet College
A Level -
St Marys CofE High School
GCSE -
St Marys CofE High School
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