RICHARD S.

TITTLE
Extensively experienced and goal-oriented Tax Manager with a demonstrated track
record of leading preparation and analysis of corporate and partnership tax retu
rns while pursuing tax minimization and tax incentives wherever possible. Proven
expertise in driving efficiency and productivity through effective use of tax m
anagement systems and implementation of process improvements. Effective leader a
nd communicator committed to achievement of overall corporate goals and objectiv
es.
Core competencies include:
Federal Consolidations, Tax Credits & Incentives, Tax Technology Integration, Mu
lti-State Income Tax, Partnerships, Telecom Regulatory Filings, Sales, Property,
Franchise, Research & Planning, Efficiency Improvements
Career Experience
VEOLIA TRANSPORTATION, Lombard & Oak Brook, Illinois, 2007 - 2010
Corporate Tax Manager
Initiated tax department policies and procedures. Prepared 60+member affiliated
group consolidated FIT return, combined/unitary and separate company multi-state
SIT returns; as well as multiple partnership returns. Oversaw Federal employmen
t tax incentive credit (WOTC) program. Directed international expatriate tax ser
vices. Implemented procedures to secure quarterly cash refunds for Federal fuel
tax credits. Advised corporate officers and field management on all types of tax
issues.
Key Achievements:
Spearheaded claims for over $2 mil. cash refunds of Federal fuel tax credits.
Implemented automatic data input facilities and introduced e-filing for ONE Sour
ce software.
GLOBALCOM, Chicago, Illinois, 2006 - 2007
State and Local Tax Consultant
Prepared state and local Telecom tax returns, annual Franchise tax reports and S
IT returns. Advised CFO, Legal and Billing departments on Federal and state Tele
com tax billing issues.
Key Achievements:
Prepared analysis enabling favorable settlements of City of Chicago audit assess
ments.
Offered full-time position.
LEVEL 3 COMMUNICATIONS/LOOKING GLASS NETWORKS, Oak Brook, IL, 2001 - 2006
Senior Tax Manager
Developed and implemented tax department procedures and policies for start-up co
mpany.
Prepared consolidated FIT, multi-state SIT, Sales/Use, Telecom, Property, Franch
ise, Regulatory filings. Calculated tax provisions, effective tax rates, deferre
d income taxes, valuation allowances-FAS 109. Advised corporate officers and fie
ld operations groups on all tax issues. Favorably settled Federal, state and lo
cal Telecom, Property and Sales/Use tax audits.
Key Achievements:
Introduced leasing company sales tax deferral strategy saving $2.3 mil.of tax an
d interest.
Implemented Franchise tax strategy netting $200K annual recurring tax savings.
Engaged Property tax consulting firm to net Company $500K annual recurring tax s
avings.
Promoted from Tax Manager.

AMERITECH, Chicago, Illinois, 1995 - 2001

Senior Tax Analyst
Prepared Multi-state Sales/Use, Property and Telecom tax returns. Successfully n
egotiated tax collection arrangements with municipal government officials. Train
ed newly hired tax professionals in Sales, Property and Telecom taxes. Favorably
settled state and city Telecom and Sales tax audits.
Key Achievements:
Fully automated Sales and Property tax reporting and payment processing.
Streamlined state and municipal Telecom tax compliance system.
Promoted from Tax Analyst.

Education
Associate in Risk Management (1995)
INSURANCE INSTITUTE OF AMERICA - Chicago, Illinois
Master of Science in Taxation (1987)
DEPAUL UNIVERSITY - Chicago, Illinois
Certified Public Accountant (1985)
UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS - Chicago, Illinois
Bachelor of Arts in Accounting (1979)
LOYOLA UNIVERSITY - Chicago, Illinois

Professional Affiliations
TEI, IPT, CTC, AICPA, ICPAS, LADDER UP (Volunteer Tax Assistance)