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Katherine Hurd

Broomfield,CO

Summary

Senior Tax Analyst with extensive experience in tax compliance, planning, and reporting across multiple jurisdictions. Adept at navigating complex regulations and providing strategic insights to minimize liabilities. Strong collaborator focused on delivering results, maintaining reliability, adaptability, and consistency to achieve organizational goals.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Tax Analyst

Avalara
11.2023 - Current
  • Prepare, review, and file multi-jurisdictional indirect tax returns—including sales and use, lodging, business, communications, food and beverage, and gross receipts taxes—on a monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual basis.
  • Ensure timely and accurate payment of taxes and filings across all 50 states for hotel management groups and online travel agencies.
  • Communicated with customers and taxing jurisdictions to clarify tax notices and resolve other inquiries.
  • Managed multiple customer accounts concurrently, prioritizing tasks effectively to meet tight deadlines during busy seasons.
  • Reduced client tax liabilities by developing and executing tailored tax planning strategies, ensuring compliance with current tax laws, and identifying opportunities for tax credits and deductions.
  • Maintained regulatory compliance by staying up-to-date on changing tax laws, regulations, and reporting requirements.

Tax Analyst

Avalara, MyLodgeTax
02.2021 - 11.2023
  • Prepare and submit tax account applications for various tax types across 28 states and their respective local jurisdictions, ensuring compliance with state and municipal registration requirements.
  • Possess in-depth knowledge of the nuances and specific requirements necessary for successful license and tax account approvals across various jurisdictions.
  • Develop and maintain strong working relationships with state and local tax authorities to facilitate efficient communication, issue resolution, and ongoing compliance.
  • Provide cross-functional support and foster collaborative relationships with multiple internal departments to streamline processes and ensure alignment on tax-related initiatives.
  • Collaborate closely with customers to deliver exceptional service, ensuring data accuracy and completeness to maintain momentum and efficiency throughout operational processes.

Portfolio Manager

Alden Brown & Company, Denver
09.2014 - 07.2020
  • Directed a property operations team of 8 specialists for residential property management firm with portfolio exceeding 600 units and comprising of 17 properties.
  • Mentored and provided guidance to team members on resident relations, vendor contracts, and operations to ensure a positive resident experience to keep occupancy above 95%.
  • Executed marketing and property positioning strategies for each property while spearheading new property acquisitions.
  • Reduced overall delinquency to 1% of the rent roll and the operating expenses by 12% while maintaining the same level of customer service.
  • Conducted inspections in coordination with fire departments and city officials to ensure full compliance with building codes, while also developing and implementing preventative maintenance policies to support long-term facility integrity and safety.
  • Provided on-call emergency support outside of scheduled office hours.

Leasing Consultant

Aimco, Creekside Apartments
03.2009 - 04.2012
  • Awarded Top Salesperson across all Denver and Phoenix locations for outstanding leasing performance and customer engagement.
  • Oversaw on-site marketing initiatives and coordinated community events to boost visibility and attract prospective residents.
  • Researched local market trends and competitor offerings to refine leasing strategies and increase occupancy rates.
  • Engaged with prospective residents through property tours and consultations, and completed all leasing documentation accurately and efficiently.
  • Resolved current resident concerns using strong problem-solving and customer service skills, ensuring high resident satisfaction and retention.
  • Managed tenant ledgers, including posting of initial deposits, fees, and monthly rent payments, maintaining accurate and organized financial records.

Timeline

Senior Tax Analyst

Avalara
11.2023 - Current

Tax Analyst

Avalara, MyLodgeTax
02.2021 - 11.2023

Portfolio Manager

Alden Brown & Company, Denver
09.2014 - 07.2020

Leasing Consultant

Aimco, Creekside Apartments
03.2009 - 04.2012

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