Tomoko Schmidt
Broomfield,CO
Summary
Analytical and detail-oriented Enrolled Agent and Senior Linguist with over 25 years of professional experience in technical translation, regulatory compliance, and international business operations. Licensed by the Department of the Treasury to represent taxpayers before the IRS. Expert at navigating dense federal tax codes and technical documentation to deliver precise advisory services.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Tax Expert
INTUIT (TURBOTAX LIVE)
Remote
12.2025 - Current
- Authorized as an Enrolled Agent to provide expert-level federal tax advice and representation for diverse individual filers.
- Navigate complex tax scenarios using AI-powered platforms to ensure 100% compliance with current IRS regulations.
- Interpret financial records, including W-2s and 1099s, to calculate accurate liabilities and maximize eligible refunds.
- Review state-specific tax regulations to provide accurate advice on regional filing requirements.
- Facilitate ongoing client communications to address inquiries and clarify complex tax situations promptly.
- Exceeded client expectations through meticulous attention to detail in all aspects of tax preparation work.
- Processed 120 tax returns within a single season.
Tax Specialist
INTUIT (TURBOTAX LIVE)
Remote
12.2024 - 04.2025
- Successfully facilitated accurate federal tax preparation during a high-volume seasonal window.
- Translated complex tax concepts into accessible guidance for customers to improve financial literacy and filing confidence.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline tax preparation processes during peak filing seasons.
- Educated clients on recent tax law changes to enhance understanding and compliance with regulations.
- Exceeded the company metric of success in the season
Business Owner / Senior Freelance Translator
BP TRANSLATION
Remote
11.2006 - Current
- Manage all business operations, including client cultivation, project scheduling, and financial administration.
- Translate and proofread high-stakes technical, medical, and legal documents for global clients (output: 2,000-2,500 words/day).
- Specialized in IT hardware/software, clinical equipment, and legal contracts, ensuring 20+ years of high-quality delivery.
- Client Relationship Management: Establish and maintain strong relationships with clients to ensure repeat business and referrals.
Localization Specialist / Project Manager
Satellite Station, Inc.
San Francisco
03.2005 - 04.2006
- Managed complex localization workflows for major technology accounts including Microsoft, Apple, and Adobe.
- Identified growth opportunities within existing accounts, contributing to increased agency revenue.
- Leveraged machine translation tools to expedite turnaround times while maintaining high-quality output.
- Developed style guides and glossaries for consistent terminology usage throughout localization projects.
Japanese-English Translator & Technical Writer
SANYO ELECTRIC CO., LTD.
04.2002 - 03.2004
- Designed and edited English instruction manuals for LCD projectors and network products.
- Managed Total Quality Management (TQM) processes, including pricing and production scheduling.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Language and Area Studies
Tokyo University of Foreign Studies
03-2000
Skills
- Tax Expertise: Federal Tax Preparation, IRS Compliance, Enrolled Agent (EA) Advisory, Bookkeeping
- Linguistic Precision: 25 years Japanese-English Technical Translation, Medical Localization, Technical Writing
- Technology: TurboTax Live Platform, TRADOS Studio 2022, Memsource, MemoQ, XTM, Microsoft Office Suite
- Project Management: End-to-end localization management, client acquisition, and financial administration
Certification
- Enrolled Agent (EA) License: Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Issued Dec 2025.
- Certificates: The Office Business Test in Bookkeeping (3rd Grade, Japanese Chamber of Commerce); IELTS 7.0.
Languages
Japanese
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Tax Expert
INTUIT (TURBOTAX LIVE)
12.2025 - Current
Tax Specialist
INTUIT (TURBOTAX LIVE)
12.2024 - 04.2025
Business Owner / Senior Freelance Translator
BP TRANSLATION
11.2006 - Current
Localization Specialist / Project Manager
Satellite Station, Inc.
03.2005 - 04.2006
Japanese-English Translator & Technical Writer
SANYO ELECTRIC CO., LTD.
04.2002 - 03.2004
Bachelor of Arts - Language and Area Studies
Tokyo University of Foreign Studies