TaxSlayer
BASSIM KEROLES
ENROLLED AGENT (ADMITTED TO PRACTICE BEFORE THE IRS)
NASHVILLE
Summary
Detail-oriented Tax Preparer with 3 years of experience in tax preparation. Expert in managing paperwork for tax returns, extensions, tax planning calculations and write-ups. Quick to build rapport with clients leading to long-term business relationships. Efficient tax prepare familiar with local, state and federal tax law. Expertise includes developing individualized client strategies and reviewing financial statements. Proficient in TaxSlayer.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Tax Preparer
Self-employed
NASHVILLE
01.2020 - Current
- Reviewed clients tax filing papers thoroughly to determine eligibility for additional tax credits or deductions.
- Maintained complete records of client tax returns and supporting documentation in secured areas.
- Prepared tax returns, extensions, tax planning calculations, and write-ups for organizations and entities.
- Completed and filed returns with tax departments at local, state, and federal levels.
- Communicated with clients regarding tax situations, providing guidance on financial decisions.
- Researched complex tax issues utilizing online resources and professional tax software.
- Analyzed financial records to verify accuracy of tax returns.
- Maintained compliance by adhering to current tax laws and regulations.
Uber Partner
Self-employed
NEW YORK CITY
05.2017 - 12.2019
- Picked up riders at designated locations and greeted upon vehicle entry.
- Placed safety as top priority for rides and followed community guidelines for engaging emergency personnel.
- Used GPS to determine fastest route to destinations in order to save riders money and maximize availability.
- Cleaned and sanitized rideshare vehicle to avoid germ and infection spread.
- Achieved high customer ratings on post-trip surveys for timeliness, vehicle cleanliness, and customer service.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with passengers by providing friendly and professional service.
Convenience Store Manager
Self-employed
Atlantic City, NJ
10.2009 - 04.2017
- Safeguarded store and engaged in cash and inventory control through security equipment and procedures and eliminated store liability by adherence to applicable alcohol and tobacco regulations.
- Managed employee hours to set schedule and store operation budget appropriately, personally covering cashier shifts and general store duties to minimize store labor cost during slow hours.
- Protected employees and customers by providing safe and clean store environment in bathrooms, on shelves, floors and fridge doors and around store entrance.
- Selected, developed and effectively led highly-engaged team, conducting employee performance reviews to address under-performance issues and safeguard productive team dynamic and morale.
- Completed daily paperwork on sales reporting, banking and payroll reporting.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
Education
No Degree - General Studies
ATLANTIC CAPE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
ATLANTIC CITY, NJ 05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
ABO KORKOS SECONDARY SCHOOL
MINIA, EGYPT 09.2000 - 06.2003
Skills
Payroll familiarity
Tax return preparation
Year-end tax provision proficiency
Tax law compliance
Financial Management
QuickBooks proficiency
IRS correspondence
Tax reporting
Tax code knowledge
Local, state and federal tax returns
Tax-related research
Verbal/written communication
Mathematical calculations
Time management
Bookkeeping
Software
Certification
EA - Enrolled Agent
Timeline
EA - Enrolled Agent
09-2023
Tax Preparer
Self-employed
01.2020 - Current
Uber Partner
Self-employed
05.2017 - 12.2019
Convenience Store Manager
Self-employed
10.2009 - 04.2017
No Degree - General Studies
ATLANTIC CAPE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
ABO KORKOS SECONDARY SCHOOL
09.2000 - 06.2003