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IVAN DIAN

IVAN DIAN

Bratislava

Summary

Dynamic Tax Manager with a proven track record at Amazon, excelling in compliance and efficiency through strategic leadership and team collaboration. Leveraged SQL proficiency to enhance reporting accuracy and drive data-driven decisions. Passionate about continuous improvement, fostering a culture of accountability and adaptability within high-performing teams.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Tax Manager

Amazon
Bratislava
07.2023 - Current

Led project initiatives within indirect tax environment to achieve compliance and efficiency.
Collaborated with tech teams on implementations, including writing and reviewing business requirement documents and conducting UATs.
Managed a team of Tax Analysts to enhance productivity and accuracy in reporting.
Conducted tax-audit activities to identify areas for improvement and ensure compliance.
Drove enhancements in reporting activities to support data-driven decision-making.
Spearheaded continuous improvement initiatives to optimize processes and reduce inefficiencies.
Facilitated individual and team performance enhancements through targeted coaching and feedback.
Reviewed and developed KPIs to measure success and drive accountability.

Team Leader - Tax Engine

Amazon
Bratislava
07.2021 - 06.2023

Led team of over five Tax Analysts to enhance operational efficiency.
Participated in operational excellence initiatives to drive process improvements.
Maintained metrics and reports to assess process enhancements.
Engaged in ongoing tax audit activities to ensure compliance.
Conducted basic product taxability research across various categories.
Facilitated discussions on individual development and performance metrics.
Collaborated with other team leads and managers across EU and US regions.

Junior Finance Lead

Johnson Controls
Bratislava
07.2019 - 06.2021

Co-led a team of 10 collection analysts to enhance operational effectiveness.
Prepared regular and ad-hoc reports for business unit analysis.
Participated in cross-functional projects and user acceptance testing (UAT).
Compiled audit backups to ensure compliance with standards.
Acted as escalation point for team members and stakeholders.
Conducted regular meetings with Slovak and UK management to address operational issues.
Facilitated communication between management and internal/external customers regarding progress.

Collection Analyst

Johnson Controls, Inc.
Bratislava
10.2017 - 06.2019

Managed assigned portfolio of customer accounts to ensure timely payments and satisfaction.

Shop Manager

Family Business
Slavnica
01.2017 - 09.2017

complex oversight of grocery store operations, warehouse management, personnel, pricing strategies and fundamental accounting

IT/IT Technical Support Specialist

AT&T
Bratislava
04.2016 - 11.2016

Providing Tier 2 technical support for Telco products (similar to Magio) - US Market

Skills

  • SQL proficiency
  • Advanced MS Office
  • Team collaboration
  • Financial reporting
  • Leadership skills
  • Adaptability
  • Quick learning
  • Communication expertise
  • Financial analysis

Languages

Slovak
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
French
Intermediate (B1)
B1
German
Elementary (A2)
A2

Certification

  • Lean Six Sigma – Yellow Belt
  • ACCA Diploma in Financial and Management Accounting (RQF Level 3)

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Tax Manager

Amazon
07.2023 - Current

Team Leader - Tax Engine

Amazon
07.2021 - 06.2023

Junior Finance Lead

Johnson Controls
07.2019 - 06.2021

Collection Analyst

Johnson Controls, Inc.
10.2017 - 06.2019

Shop Manager

Family Business
01.2017 - 09.2017

IT/IT Technical Support Specialist

AT&T
04.2016 - 11.2016
IVAN DIAN