Scott Pierre-Louis
Accountant
Chicago,IL
Summary
Seeking an experienced-level position to leverage collaborative teamwork and innovative problem-solving skills to drive meaningful impact and deliver exceptional results in daily endeavors.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Tax Associate
PricewaterhouseCoopers
Chicago, Illinois
07.2023 - Current
- Spearheaded the implementation of automated Alteryx workflows to streamline tax preparation processes, reducing manual effort by 100+ hours and significantly enhancing both efficiency and accuracy.
- Reviewed and analyzed client data and financial reports to correctly ascertain and accurately prepare income tax returns and tax research.
- Completed in-depth research into specialized tax laws, rules & regulations affecting Individuals, Partnerships, Trusts, and other technical matters to remain current on tax legislation.
- Secured and properly handled confidential data to protect against unauthorized access, improper transmission, and unapproved disclosure.
- Managed multiple high-priority projects simultaneously, meeting strict deadlines while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy.
- Cultivated an environment of collaboration and mentorship among junior associates by sharing expertise and providing constructive feedback on their work.
Senior Audit Associate
PricewaterhouseCoopers
Chicago, Illinois
09.2018 - 06.2023
- Led end-to-end audit engagements for Fortune 500 clients in various industries, ensuring compliance with GAAP, IFRS, and internal policies
- Developed and executed detailed audit plans, including risk assessments, control testing, and extensive substantive procedures.
- Analyzed complex financial data to identify discrepancies, trends, and risks, providing actionable recommendations to clients
- Supervised and mentored interns and entry-level auditors, providing training on audit methodologies and best practices
- Managed cross-broader teams to ensure consistency and compliance with proper audit methodology, delivering high-quality audits within strict deadlines and budgets
- Served as a key point of contact for client communication, fostering trust, strengthen relationships, and ensure clear communication and timely updates on project progress
- Supported numerous special projects such as carve out's and various inspections by rapidly mastering new concepts and processes to deliver impactful solutions that enhanced project efficiency.
OffShore Audit Liaison - Central US
PricewaterhouseCoopers
Chicago, Illinois
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Served as primary liaison for over 30+ onshore and offshore teams within the Central US region, professionally resolving conflicts and addressing issues by empathizing with both parties, facilitating open communication, and driving collaborative, mutually beneficial solutions.
- Trained, coached, and provided ongoing support to 50+ offshore team members across India, enhancing their skills and performance while ensuring seamless collaboration and alignment with project goals.
- Served as the primary point of contact, fostering strong relationships between onshore and offshore team members.
- Proactively identified potential challenges or roadblocks within various engagement dynamics, formulating new techniques to strengthen team dynamics.
Education
Master of Science - Accounting
University of Central Florida
Orlando, FL 08.2017 - 05.2018
Skills
Intermediate Workflow Experience - Alteryx
Strong communication skills
Project management skills
Conflict resolution techniques
Tax planning strategies
Organization skills
Relationship building
Verbal/written communication
Proficient in Microsoft Suite
Accomplishments
- Saved countless hours through the use of automated workflows.
Involvementandleadership
- Beta Alpha Psi, Member
- Delta Sigma Pi, President, Fall 2017
- Black Inclusion Network, Member
Certification
CPA (In-Progress)
Timeline
CPA (In-Progress)
04-2025
Senior Tax Associate
PricewaterhouseCoopers
07.2023 - Current
OffShore Audit Liaison - Central US
PricewaterhouseCoopers
09.2022 - 06.2023
Senior Audit Associate
PricewaterhouseCoopers
09.2018 - 06.2023
Master of Science - Accounting
University of Central Florida
08.2017 - 05.2018
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