Melissa T. Helms
About Melissa T. Helms
Melissa T. Helms serves as the Tax Director at Red Ventures, bringing extensive experience in audit management and corporate tax planning. She has held various tax management roles at notable companies, including Rexam Inc. and Ball Corporation, and possesses advanced degrees in Taxation and Accounting.
Work at Red Ventures
Melissa T. Helms has been serving as Tax Director at Red Ventures since 2022. In this role, she oversees tax-related functions and strategies for the organization. Prior to her current position, she worked as a Tax Manager at Red Ventures starting in 2018, where she focused on corporate tax planning and compliance. Her extensive experience in audit management and reporting contributes to her effectiveness in this role.
Professional Background
Melissa T. Helms has a diverse professional background in tax management. She began her career at Deloitte as a Senior Tax Analyst from 1990 to 1994. She then joined Rexam Inc., where she held the positions of Tax Manager from 2000 to 2004 and Senior Tax Manager from 2004 to 2016. After her tenure at Rexam, she worked at Ball Corporation as a Senior Tax Manager for one year in 2017. Her experience spans over three decades in various tax-related roles.
Education and Expertise
Melissa T. Helms holds a Master of Taxation from the University of South Carolina - Darla Moore School of Business. She also earned a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Winthrop University. Her educational background provides her with a solid foundation in corporate tax planning and compliance, which she has applied throughout her career in various managerial roles.
Achievements in Tax Management
Throughout her career, Melissa T. Helms has been involved in managing tax audits for large multi-national corporations. Her extensive experience in audit management and reporting has equipped her with the skills necessary to navigate complex tax environments. Her roles at Red Ventures, Rexam Inc., and Ball Corporation highlight her capability in corporate tax planning and compliance.