Nicholas T.

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About Nicholas T.

Accomplished tax professional with extensive experience in managing complex tax issues across various industries. Currently serving as a Tax Manager at KPMG in Los Angeles, California, Nicholas specializes in State & Local Tax (SALT), Indirect Tax, and Sales & Use Tax. His role involves conducting reverse audits, audit representation, and providing general consulting services. He is adept at Refund Recovery, Audit Management and Reductions, ASC450 Contingency Reviews, Nexus Reviews, Taxability Decision Matrices (TDM), Exposure Calculations, and Remediation through Voluntary Disclosure Agreements (VDA). Before joining KPMG, Nicholas spent over seven years at Downey, Smith & Fier, where he held positions as Tax Manager and Senior Tax Associate. During his tenure, he provided consulting services in Sales & Use Tax, including reverse audits, audit representation, preliminary audit reviews, and nexus review services. His expertise in data analytics using tools like Microsoft SQL, Access, Excel, and ACL enabled him to process and analyze large datasets effectively, providing valuable insights to clients. Nicholas also sold other services such as Enterprise Zone (EZ) credits, Manufacturing R&D Credits, and Employee Retention Credits. Nicholas's career began with roles at the Massachusetts Department of Revenue and the California State Board of Equalization. As a Multistate Tax Auditor, he audited multinational corporations, applying Massachusetts General Law to assess taxability of various products and services. At the California State Board of Equalization, he served as a Sales & Use Tax Auditor, where he conducted comprehensive audits, discovering over $10 million in unreported taxable sales. Nicholas Thomas is recognized for his analytical skills, strategic thinking, and commitment to delivering exceptional service to his clients. His ability to navigate complex tax regulations and provide innovative solutions makes him a valuable asset in the field of tax.