Tom Hunter, CPA, MST

Experience

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  Kicks Karate

  Mar 2008 - Aug 2016

  Karate Instructor

  Through my many years of study and training, earned and was awarded a black belt degree in Tai Kwon Do Karate. Through further training, advanced to a second-degree black belt. Offered a position by my teachers/instructors in June, 2008 (at the age of 15), to assist Karate Instructors with teaching classes. I personally lead classes, instructing students of all ages – from the very young (five years old) to adults who are in their forties and fifties. My teaching responsibilities were expanded to include Kickboxing. Additionally, I act as the ranking manager, responsible to supervise and direct my fellow employees in the absence of the General Manager. Show less

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  Talk Of the Town

  May 2012 - May 2016

  Event Staff Member

  At Talk-of-the-Town, my job duties include setting up and breaking down inflatables, monitoring games, and ensuring customers are satisfied with all aspects of their special event. Also, I have been entrusted to operate and transport party supplies such as moon bounces, cotton candy machines, and more for the past year. In June, 2012, I was promoted to dealer for casino games such as Blackjack and Poker.

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  Villanova University Tech Crew

  Apr 2013 - May 2016

  DJ

  Responsible for operating and setting up audio and lighting equipment. I am also responsible for selecting and playing music as a Disc Jockey to provide entertainment for multiple school events.

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  Dentons

  May 2014 - Aug 2014

  Intern Assistant to the Energy Marketing Manager

  •Summer Intern supporting the planning and implementation of Denton’s annual International Energy Outlook Summit. This week-long high-profile event is attended by industry experts, policy makers, Congressional staff, dignitaries and members of the press, to discuss and examine global energy markets and trends. •Supporting the Energy Marketing Manager and working with clients, vendors and other staff, helped develop and execute all initiatives to ensure a successful energy conference.

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  KPMG US

  Jun 2015 - Aug 2015

  AMCS Tax Intern

  • Assisted with the preparation of procedural memos to assist and guide clients with the steps to benefit from § 199 Federal income tax deductions related to Domestic Production Activities.• Participated in client meetings and interviews to determine whether conducting certain business activities would be eligible for Federal and State Research and Development tax credits.• Assessed and ensured the compliance of clients’ fixed asset policies and procedures within the requirements of the final Tangible Property regulations.• Assisted with the implementation of revising client’s accounting methodology, including the preparation of Federal tax forms 3115 and supporting documents and statements.• Completed client interviews and site visits to develop an understanding of client processes and procedures to better assess and qualify research cost expenditures.• Assisted in preparing documents to be sent to the client including progress billings, cost benefit analysis, engagement summaries and proposals. Show less

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  KPMG

  Oct 2016 - Nov 2020

  Senior Tax Associate with substantial experience in leading multi-disciplinary teams responsible for identifying & establishing advantageous methods of accounting and for optimizing various tax deductions & credits for a wide range of industries, including Fortune 500 companies, such as Financial Services, Life Sciences & Human Capital Management.

  • AMCS Senior Associate

    Oct 2018 - Nov 2020

  • AMCS Tax Associate

    Oct 2016 - Sept 2018
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  Grant Thornton LLP (US)

  Nov 2020 - now

  • Tax Manager, Strategic Federal Tax Services

    Aug 2021 - now

  • Senior Tax Associate, Strategic Federal Tax Services

    Nov 2020 - Aug 2021