Kate Mullane
London
Summary
High-performing tax professional proficient at assuring IR35 compliance and providing expert tax advice. Diligent tax and legislation specialist equipped to advise all areas of the business on IR35 case law and risks. Excellent planning, problem-solving and decision-making strengths. A natural problem-solver with th proven ability to think critically, analytically and process large amounts of data. Excellent communication skills with experience in presenting work to large groups clearly and concisely in English, Irish and French.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
IR35 Tax Specialist
Ministry of Justice
London
11.2021 - Current
- Conduct IR35 compliance reviews for temporary contractors and managed service contracts
- Assure full compliance across the business by upskilling individuals on IR35 legislation and the risks associated with non-compliance
- Create IR35 guidance, manuals and presentations
- Create tools to assist in conducting IR35 assessments
- Assist in calculating historic liabilities and recording them in our end of year accounts
- Monitor and anticipated IR35 tax legislation changes, adapting internal processes to suit
- Manage high-volume queries and caseloads through diligent planning
- Prepare annual and monthly reports detailing the number of contractors within the business, their IR35 determination and any associated risks
International Tax Analyst
Mullane
Cork
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Reviewed complex tax audits, tax accounting and corporation tax compliance of several overseas jurisdictions including EMEA, APAC and LATAM regions
- Analysed all work papers to ensure accuracy and analyse all tax information to ensure compliance with all regulations and recommend improvements for same
- Maintained knowledge of all international tax laws and information published by OECD
- Reviewed quarterly tax provision calculations for our US Tax team based in California and maintain a strong knowledge of US GAAP and IFRS
- Reviewed corporation tax computations and transfer pricing documentation and disclosures in line with our intercompany agreements and cost-plus entities
- Worked closely with external and internal departments on several different tasks including our finance department, company directors and planning & analysis department
- Identified opportunities for additional services and offerings to actively generate new business opportunities
Tax Officer
Revenue Ireland
Waterford
02.2019 - 05.2021
- Maintained specialist knowledge of Income Tax, Corporation Tax, Capital Gains Tax and PAYE
- Advised on the preparation of personal income tax returns, corporate tax returns and capital gains tax returns directly to taxpayers and their agents over the phone and via email
- Provided tax technical advice to clients on considerations such as terminal loss relief, R&D tax credits, withholding tax, capital allowance claims, residency issues and double taxation relief
- Maintained an understanding of tax law to enable Revenue collect taxes in a legal context
- Researched proposed bills and new legislative acts to ensure I completed my job to the highest standard
- Undertook projects on accelerated tax depreciation allowances for approved energy efficient equipment and presented my work to my colleagues
- Overseeing work and providing training and guidance to juniors on the team.
Bilingual Customer Service Advisor & Supervisor
Rigney Dolphin
Waterford
06.2015 - 02.2019
- Answered customers queries through English and Irish
- Filed complaints on behalf of customers and navigated through systems to get tailored solutions for customers
problems. - Worked on multiple campaigns within the company including Post Mobile, Bus Eireann, The HSE, One4All
and Budget card.
• Dealt with customers via telephone conversation, email and webchat. - Interviewed interviewees to test their level of Irish and suitability for the position.
- Supervised the team and acted as point of contact to assist colleagues with any queries or escalations.
- Dealt with complicated and irate escalations efficiently and seamlessly.
- Handled requests with friendly, knowledgeable service and support, continually achieving positive customer feedback.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Geography and French
University College Cork
Cork 09.2014 - 05.2018
Postgraduate Certificate - Law
Maynooth University
Kildare 05.2021 - 09.2021
Skills
- Tax return filing
- Understanding foreign tax reporting
- Leadership
- Interpreting legislation
- Multi-lingual
Interests
I love hiking, walking, swimming and reading
Languages
English
Native
French
Advanced
Irish
Fluent
Timeline
IR35 Tax Specialist
Ministry of Justice
11.2021 - Current
Postgraduate Certificate - Law
Maynooth University
05.2021 - 09.2021
International Tax Analyst
Mullane
05.2021 - 08.2021
Tax Officer
Revenue Ireland
02.2019 - 05.2021
Bilingual Customer Service Advisor & Supervisor
Rigney Dolphin
06.2015 - 02.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Geography and French
University College Cork
09.2014 - 05.2018
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