Leobardo Herrera Garcia
Contador Publico
Monterrey, Nuevo León
Summary
Accomplished Indirect Tax Manager with a proven track record at General Electric Company, adept in tax compliance and fostering teamwork. Expert in VAT/GST and resolving tax disputes, I've significantly enhanced staff knowledge and compliance systems. My leadership in cross-functional team management and continuous learning mindset have driven successful negotiations and seamless technology integrations in complex tax environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Indirect Tax Manager
General Electric Company
01.2016 - Current
- Developed comprehensive training programs for staff members, enhancing their knowledge and understanding of indirect tax regulations.
- Built strong relationships with regulatory authorities facilitating smooth negotiations and cooperation in resolving indirect tax matters.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local indirect tax laws through diligent research and analysis.
- Liaised with external consultants to obtain specialized advice on unique or high-stakes matters involving indirect taxes.
- Established a efficient system for monitoring changes in sales tax rates across multiple jurisdictions.
- Coordinated efforts among legal, finance, IT departments to ensure seamless integration of new technology solutions related to indirect taxation.
- Mentored junior team members, fostering a culture of professional growth and development within the indirect tax function.
- Monitored legislative developments affecting the company''s indirect tax position, proactively addressing potential impacts.
- Managed cross-functional teams to ensure proper accounting of indirect taxes across business units.
- Provided expert guidance on complex indirect tax issues during mergers, acquisitions, or other corporate restructurings.
- Supported business operations by providing accurate and timely information related to various aspects of indirect taxation.
- Collaborated with internal and external auditors to address inquiries and resolve any discrepancies.
- Assisted in the negotiation of favorable settlements for disputed indirect taxes with government authorities.
- Prepared related tax disclosures for statutory or GAAP financial statements and miscellaneous state and local tax filings.
Audit Senior
PricewaterhouseCoopers
06.2012 - 12.2015
- Developed strong relationships with clients, addressing concerns promptly and providing timely updates on progress throughout the engagement process.
- Assisted in the preparation of audit reports, presenting findings clearly and concisely to senior management for review.
- Increased overall reliability of financial statements by performing detailed reviews of account reconciliations and supporting documentation.
- Conducted walkthroughs of various business processes, gaining an in-depth understanding of operations while identifying potential control weaknesses.
- Provided guidance to junior auditors on best practices, fostering a collaborative working environment and enhancing team performance.
- Evaluated critical business systems and processes, identifying areas of potential risk exposure and offering recommendations to mitigate those risks.
- Managed multiple engagements simultaneously, prioritizing tasks effectively to meet client deadlines consistently.
- Stayed current on industry trends and accounting standards changes, ensuring that all audit activities adhered to applicable guidelines at all times.
Education
Accounting Degree -
Facultad De Contaduría Publica Y Administración
Universidad Autónoma De Nuevo León 05.2001 -
Skills
Tax Compliance Expertise
VAT and GST Knowledge
Tax Dispute Resolution
Continuous learning mindset
Analytical Problem Solving
ERP System Experience
Indirect Tax Planning
International Tax Regulations
Problem-Solving
Teamwork and Collaboration
Staff Management
Languages
Spanish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Intermediate (B1)
Timeline
Indirect Tax Manager
General Electric Company
01.2016 - Current
Audit Senior
PricewaterhouseCoopers
06.2012 - 12.2015
Accounting Degree -
Facultad De Contaduría Publica Y Administración
05.2001 -
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