RACHEAL EBEHIWALU EWALEHI

Key Responsibilities

• Acted as key point of contact for clients, alongside my Managers/Partners.
• Mentored and supervised junior tax associates, providing guidance on tax matters and client service best practice.
• Completed in-depth research into tax matters impacting clients' activities to offer expert advice.
• Provided advice on Permanent Establishment (PE)/Significant Economic Presence (SEP) matters and other tax/regulatory implications of transactions to non resident companies.
• Collaborated with managers to conduct tax due diligence and tax health checks with respect to Company Income Tax (CIT) including Transfer Pricing (TP), Withholding Tax (WHT), Value Added Tax (VAT), Capital Gains Tax (CGT), and Employee related taxes in order estimate tax liabilities and advice on overall tax compliance state of the company.
• Provided tax optimal restructuring advice, usually from a group perspective taking into consideration, clients' existing and proposed operations and expansions.
• Established strong relationships with clients through excellent communication skills and personalized service, resulting in a high retention rate.
• Identified potential areas of risk exposure for clients by performing thorough assessments of tax positions and recommended appropriate mitigation strategies accordingly.
• Advised multinational corporations on cross-border transactions to optimize global tax efficiency.
• Developed customized tax planning strategies for high-net-worth individuals, maximizing tax savings and minimizing risk exposure.

Operations and Management

• Maintained control of billings and cash collection within firm's criteria.
• Ensured that the firm’s Quality, & Risk Management (QRM) control procedures are adhered to on every task and engagement.

Sales and Marketing

• Recognized business opportunities and liaised with the team to develop the opportunities into confirmed pipelines.
• Participated in business development activities, including networking events and proposal writing to attract new clients.

• Provided overall support to Seniors and Managers on client matters.
• Demonstrated clear understanding and application of TP guidelines and regulations when preparing TP advice, reports, memos and response to tax authorities' queries.
• Supported Managers to prepare group and company analysis/industry analysis, functional and economic analysis to establish the arm’s length principle in accordance with the Nigeria TP regulations.
• Developed and documented TP transmittal letters, advisory opinions, policy and compliance reports ensuring that formatting, consistency, links and data are current and accurate.
• Collaborated with Seniors to conduct tax due diligence and tax health checks to estimate tax liabilities and provide advice on the overall tax compliance state of a company.
• Liaised with Seniors and Managers to provide advice on tax and regulatory implications of transactions as related to both local and foreign clients.
• Assisted Managers by participating in business development activities, including networking events and proposal writing to attract new clients.
• Researched and analyzed new tax legislation and regulations to determine the impact on clients and develop innovative tax solutions.

• Prepared engagement letters, budget/fee analysis and defined project work plans and scope.
• Maintained up-to-date knowledge of transfer pricing and tax developments, ensuring ongoing compliance with evolving rules.
• Supported clients in navigating complex international tax treaties, ensuring compliance with applicable rules and minimizing risks associated with cross-border transactions.
• Educated clients on the implications of various intercompany transactions, helping them make informed business decisions.
• 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.
• Conducted tax reviews and compilations to identify potential exposure areas and provided suggestions.
• Researched and provided summary memos on technical tax issues at request of partners and clients.
• Assisted with implementation of timely, cost-effective tax planning strategies designed to create value and enhance companies' worldwide tax position.

• Maintained customers receivables and payables account.
• Performed effective management of payroll account.
• Reported financial status of the company to relevant stakeholders.
• Assisted with timely month-end closing procedures, resulting in accurate financial reporting.
• Reduced invoice processing time with efficient data entry and verification of accounts payable transactions.
• Strengthened internal controls through regular review of policies and procedures, identifying areas for improvement or clarification.
• Assisted in the implementation of new accounting software, leading to more efficient workflows and reduced manual input errors.

• Developed inventory analysis reports and analyzed variance.
• Prepared budget forecasts.
• Managed documentation of financial transactions.
• Performed stock count and reconciliation.
• Prepared payment and receipt vouchers.
• Developed strong relationships with vendors and clients to maintain timely payments while negotiating favorable terms.
• Reduced discrepancies in financial statements by conducting thorough account reconciliations and adjusting entries.

• Actively participated in team meetings and brainstorming sessions to contribute valuable insights as a valued team member effectively collaborating across departments for optimum results.
• Assisted senior team members with the development and execution of strategic plans to achieve desired outcomes.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of new processes and systems.
• Updated daily bank balances.

• Oversaw purchase orders and data entry regarding shipped and received shipments.
• Enhanced inventory accuracy by conducting regular audits and reconciling discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Assisted in budget preparation, closely monitoring inventory-related expenses to stay within financial targets.
• Multi-tasked to support and undertake tasks in various units.

• Reconciled cash vouchers and payments.
• Assisted in internal control related to cash.
• Performed other duties assigned by the manager.
• Tracked business revenue and expenditures and reconciled accounts to maintain high accuracy.
• Worked with vendors and management to resolve issues quickly.
• Maintained accurate financial records through diligent reconciliation of accounts receivable and payable transactions on a weekly basis.