Liudmila De Ritis
Bologna,BO
Summary
I am currently part of the Indirect Tax Compliance team at Warner Bros. Discovery as an EY seconded employee, where I have deepened and consolidated my knowledge of indirect taxes. Additionally, I have been introduced to the ongoing Indirect Tax Technology process through Project Compass. Prior to this, I was part of the Business Tax Advisory team, with a focus on both Direct and Indirect Taxes, where I developed an organized and detail-oriented approach to work, alongside strong analytical skills and the ability to manage tasks efficiently. I am eager to further develop both professionally and personally, continuously seeking ways to enhance my skills and embrace new challenges.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Indirect Tax Advisor
Warner Bros. Discovery
04.2024 - Current
- Supporting Project Compass in the transition to SAP S/4 through User Acceptance Testing phase (UAT).
- Executing test scripts for indirect tax reports, including Purchases and Sales Ledgers, EC Sales List, Intrastat Arrivals, and invoices validation, using ALM and Ariba.
- Accessing, managing, and resolving issues related to SAP indirect tax reporting, ensuring accurate data reconciliation and validation.
- Collating ERP data to prepare and support outsourced processes for the preparation of the Indirect Tax Returns.
- Performing quality controls, approving VAT Returns, Intrastat reports, and VAT payments, ensuring that internal and statutory timelines for indirect tax filing and payments are adhered to.
- Reconciling and clearing indirect tax general ledger, ensuring the accuracy of those accounts for management and the tax authorities.
- Providing support in relation to queries raised by tax authorities and engaging with external auditors for the provision of documentation.
- Managing the electronic archiving of VAT ledgers in compliance with Italian VAT law.
- Identifying opportunities to optimize indirect tax compliance processes, and monitoring changes in VAT laws and regulations.
- Coordinating with external advisors when required.
Senior Tax Advisor
EY
07.2021 - Current
- Preparation, review, and electronic submission of the Income Tax Returns (Modello Redditi SC, Modello IRAP, Modello CNM, and Modello ISA), for medium-sized and large enterprises, operating across different sectors.
- Preparation, review, and electronic submission of the first and second installments for the Corporate Income Tax and Regional Tax payments (IRES and IRAP), via F24 forms.
- Preparation and electronic submission of VAT Returns (Quarterly VAT Communications and Annual VAT Return) for medium-sized enterprises operating across different sectors.
- Preparation and electronic submission of the Property Tax (IMU) Returns and payments via F24 form.
- Calculation of indirect taxes, including stamp duty on corporate books and annual Chamber of Commerce fees.
- Provide clients with comprehensive support and expertise in domestic tax regulations by conducting research using specialized tax databases to address ongoing challenges.
Junior Tax Advisor
Romani Gambini Cenni Tax Firm
01.2021 - 06.2021
- During my university studies, I worked as part of a curricular internship at Romani Gambini Cenni Tax Firm, where I was introduced to tasks such as assisting freelancers with VAT registration, preparing and filing individual Tax Returns and handling bookkeeping for small-size enterprises.
Education
Master's Degree - Business, Administration and Law
Alma Mater Studiorum – University of Bologna
03.2022
Bachelor's Degree - Business Administration
Alma Mater Studiorum – University of Bologna
09.2019
Skills
- Tax compliance
- Indirect tax advisory
- Local and state tax returns preparation
- Account reconciliation
- Tax software utilization (PROFIS, SAP/SAP S/4HANA)
- Tax law knowledge (IBFD, Wolters Kluwer, Il Sole 24 Ore, Eutekne)
Certification
- International English Language Testing System (IELTS), B2, 04/30/21
- Registry of Chartered Accountants & Accounting Experts, 01/31/24
Languages
English
Upper intermediate (B2)
Italian
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Personal Information
Work Permit: I authorize the processing of my personal data in accordance with Art. 13 Legislative Decree No. 196 of June 30, 2003, and Art. 13 GDPR (EU Regulation 2016/679) for the purpose of personnel recruitment and selection.
Timeline
Indirect Tax Advisor
Warner Bros. Discovery
04.2024 - Current
Senior Tax Advisor
EY
07.2021 - Current
Junior Tax Advisor
Romani Gambini Cenni Tax Firm
01.2021 - 06.2021
Bachelor's Degree - Business Administration
Alma Mater Studiorum – University of Bologna
Master's Degree - Business, Administration and Law
Alma Mater Studiorum – University of Bologna
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