Ali Allison
About Ali Allison
Ali Allison serves as the Director of Global Tax Reporting, Compliance, and Technology at American Tower, where he oversees the preparation of income tax returns and leads a team responsible for international compliance tax reports. He has a strong background in tax accounting, having previously worked at SingerLewak LLP and Warner Music Group, and holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and a Master of Science in Taxation.
Work at American Tower
Ali Allison has served as the Director of Global Tax Reporting, Compliance, and Technology at American Tower since 2012. In this role, she oversees the preparation of income tax returns for various entities, including domestic corporations, REITs, partnerships, and single-member LLCs. She leads a team responsible for preparing international compliance tax reports, which include forms 5471, 8865, and 8868. Her responsibilities also include utilizing advanced software tools such as OneSource Tax Provision and OneSource Income Tax to manage income tax technology.
Previous Experience at SingerLewak LLP
Prior to her current role, Ali Allison worked at SingerLewak LLP as a Senior Manager Tax Accountant from 2004 to 2012. During her eight-year tenure, she gained extensive experience in tax accounting and compliance. This position helped her develop the skills necessary for her current leadership role in tax reporting and compliance.
Background in Accounting and Taxation
Ali Allison studied at DeVry University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Accounting from 1994 to 1997. She furthered her education at California State University, Northridge, obtaining a Master of Science (M.S.) in Taxation from 2007 to 2009. This educational background provided her with a solid foundation in accounting principles and taxation practices.
Technical Skills and Tools
In her professional capacity, Ali Allison develops advanced Excel models to enhance efficiency in tax reporting processes. She employs SQL queries to manage and analyze tax-related data, which aids in streamlining compliance and reporting tasks. Her proficiency in these technical tools contributes to the effectiveness of her team's operations.
Experience at Warner Music Group
Before her tenure at SingerLewak LLP, Ali Allison worked as a Staff Accountant at Warner Music Group from 1999 to 2004. This five-year experience in the music industry provided her with valuable insights into corporate accounting and tax practices.