Ailen Fernández

 I am Ailen Fernandez, a Senior Tax Accountant with over 7 years of experience in assisting businesses in Latin America and the European Union with their tax compliance needs.

My commitment to professional growth is complemented by my fluency in Spanish, advanced proficiency in English and Portuguese, and my ongoing pursuit of excellence, demonstrated by my IELTS certification.

If you are looking for a results-driven tax professional who combines a deep understanding of indirect taxes with a passion for tax technology, I am excited to connect with you. Let's explore how I can contribute to your organization's success.

Throughout my career, I have successfully navigated complex tax landscapes, ensuring accurate and timely preparation of VAT returns, EC Sales, and INTRASTAT reports for multinational companies. I have collaborated with European Tax Authorities, presenting insightful findings and supporting tax audits, including working closely with agents from HMRC.

One of my proudest accomplishments was identifying and rectifying a recurring error in a UK VAT return, saving the company more than £20,000 in potential losses, along with interest and fees. I believe that tax technology plays a pivotal role in streamlining processes and minimizing errors, which is why I have actively embraced automation tools such as Power Query, Power BI, Power Automate, AI Builder, and more. I have developed automations to optimize routine tasks and implemented cutting-edge solutions within the tax department, significantly enhancing efficiency.

Here's a snapshot of my expertise:

🔸 Senior European VAT Analyst at Chevron, responsible for VAT compliance across Europe.

🔸 Indirect Tax Analyst at Accenture, ensuring accurate and timely tax reporting for an American Oil company in multiple Latin American countries.

🔸 Head of Tax at Estudio Pezzali Tax and Accounting, overseeing tax returns for natural persons and providing consultancy services.

I hold a degree in Public Accounting from the prestigious University of Buenos Aires, where I graduated magna cum laude. Additionally, I completed a Student Exchange Program at the Lisbon School of Economics & Management, expanding my knowledge in Corporate Finance and Planning.