Martin Valdez

The main tasks of this role were:

• Enhanced tax compliance by conducting thorough audits and identifying discrepancies in financial records.
• Analyzed and evaluated financial statements, accounting records, and internal control systems, effectively identifying and communicating areas for improvement and potential risks to client
• Made on-site visits to inspect business operations, activities and validity of business tax records, examining and assessing locally-situated personal property.
• Processed and adjusted tax forms by entering data into computer system and comparing with tax assessment data and data from previous year.
• Prepared audit appointment letters, written audit findings and reports with recommendations.
• Identified potential areas of risk within organizations, recommending proactive measures to mitigate future issues.
• Reduced tax evasion cases by diligently investigating and resolving tax fraud allegations.
• Developed strong professional relationships with clients, fostering trust and open communication during the audit process.
• Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.

• As a bar manager, the main task was to oversee and coordinate all operations of the establishment to ensure efficient and profitable operation. Mentored and trained staff members to ensure exceptional customer service standard.
• Maintained high standards of customer service
• Streamlined inventory management for optimal stock levels
• Closed out cash register and prepared cashier report at close of business.

This job helped me in every professional point of view, to create strong bonds with the staff, improve communication skills and work in a changing environment with many new and changing challenges.

• Collaborating closely with internal stakeholders to ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
• Extensive training in the operation and maintenance of Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RAS) with a focus on maintaining fish welfare and reducing waste output into the environment.

Whilst in this role I frequently had sole responsibility for the operations within the farm over night during on-call shifts. This included responding to alarms and power outages, which developed my ability to think pragmatically and work independently under pressure