Pradeep Koti

About Pradeep Koti

Experienced Tax Manager with 16 years of expertise in US Taxation and compliance, currently pursuing IRS Enrolled Agent Certification. Skilled in filing various tax forms, managing high-demand tax seasons, validating tax forms, and ensuring compliance with IRS and state regulations. Recognized for fostering teamwork, client relations, and leading process transitions. Known for problem-solving, analytical skills, and strong leadership in cultivating a collaborative work environment. Significant Accomplishments Effectively orchestrated the transition of the FATCA, tax compliance, and reporting process from the State Street United States office to the Mumbai location over six phases, necessitating six visits to the United States onsite office. Over a span of 10 years, expanded the process team. Implemented a systematic transition approach for transferring the FATCA, tax compliance, and reporting process from State Street to TCS in 2021. Executed a virtual training plan divided into three phases: Due Diligence, Knowledge Transfer, and Control Production, ensuring effective knowledge transfer. Continuously spearheaded enhancements and reengineering initiatives to optimize efficiency and effectiveness throughout tax operations. Consistently upheld high levels of customer satisfaction and employee morale throughout my professional tenure, as evidenced by consistently positive ratings in annual surveys. IT Software and Specialization CCH – Wolters Kluwer, WSC - Wall Street Concepts, UiPath, Alteryx, Tableau, Python, OMNI, Xceptor, Bloomberg, Aplu01, Taxport, CITI Direct, MCH, Cash Manager, IRS Websites and US states Websites.Project Management, Tax Operations Management, Stakeholder Management, Recruitment, Training, Performance Management, Artificial intelligence tools, Quality Assurance and Tax Compliance. Volunteering Experience Participated in philanthropic initiatives organized by State Street, TCS, and JPMC. Actively participated in numerous charity runs, marathons, and cyclothons. Engaged in numerous blood donation drives, providing life-saving support to those in needs.

Experience

1. Tax Manager

   JPMorganChase

   Dec 2022 — Present · Mumbai, IN

   Responsibilities: Managed tax operations, ensuring accurate reporting and issuance of original and corrected tax forms 1099-B, 1099-DIV, 1099-INT, and 1099-OID to various client categories, including high-net-worth individuals, partnerships, corporations, tax-exempt organizations, trusts, and estates of private banking clients, for filing returns such as 1040, 1040-NR, 1040-SR, 1065, 1120-S, 1120, 1041, and 990. Ensured compliance with Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA) regulations for foreign clients by validating Chapter 3 and Chapter 4 requirements, GIIN, Notices B and C, Forms W-9, and W-8 BEN for income reporting and tax withholding. Managed daily reconciliation and remittance of federal (1099), NRA (1042-S), backup withholding, and FATCA taxes to the IRS, along with annual reporting for Forms 945 and 1042. Oversaw the annual solicitation process for W-8 BEN forms. Provided guidance and leadership to maximize team efficiencies and productivity. Prepared and presented weekly, monthly, and quarterly business performance review dashboards to stakeholders. Actively participated in daily operational client calls and weekly governance stakeholders’ calls. Participated in monthly client meetings to discuss input issues and collaborated on resolution strategies. Prepared agendas and minutes of monthly client call meetings to ensure effective communication and follow-up on action items. Developed and obtained client approval for process workflow charts and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure clarity and consistency. Handled queries from onshore clients via mail and phone. Conducted root cause analysis for quality errors and implemented corrective and preventive actions. Tracked and analyzed deviations in productivity and quality against objectives to drive continuous improvement efforts. Managed the recruitment process to identify suitable candidates for specific roles.

Education

• University of Mumbai

  Bachelor of Commerce - BCom, Accounting | Finance | Taxation

  2007 — 2009

• University of Mumbai

  Master of Commerce, Accounting | Finance | Taxation

  2009 — 2011

• Internal Revenue Service

  Enrolled agent (Persuing), U.S. Taxation - Individual Business Representation

• London Governance and Compliance Academy

  Postgraduate Certification, Investment Banking | Capital Market | Money Market | Taxation | Financial Modelling