Maryann Simmons
About Maryann Simmons
Maryann Simmons is a Tax Analyst with extensive experience in preparing federal and state tax returns. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and a Master's degree in Business Administration from Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania.
Work at Sallie Mae
Maryann Simmons has been employed at Sallie Mae as a Tax Analyst since 2018. In this role, she prepares federal and state tax returns for various entities, including partnerships and corporations, as well as high net worth individuals. Her responsibilities also include conducting research on technical tax issues that impact clients at both federal and state levels. Her tenure at Sallie Mae has allowed her to apply her academic knowledge and professional skills in a dynamic environment.
Education and Expertise
Maryann Simmons earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting from Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania, where she studied from 2011 to 2015. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master’s Degree in Business Administration from the same institution, completing her studies in 2016. Her educational background provides her with a solid foundation in accounting principles and business practices, which she applies in her current role as a Tax Analyst.
Background
Maryann Simmons has a diverse professional background in the field of accounting and tax analysis. Before joining Sallie Mae, she worked as an Associate at Andersen Tax from 2016 to 2017, where she gained valuable experience in tax preparation and client management. Additionally, she completed a two-month internship at Andersen Tax in 2015, which provided her with early exposure to the industry. Earlier in her career, she served as an Accounts Payable Clerk at Keystone Health in 2014 and worked as a Peer Tutor at Shippensburg University from 2013 to 2016.
Technical Skills
Maryann Simmons is proficient in using tax preparation software, specifically ProSystem (CCH) and GoSystem. These tools are essential for preparing accurate tax returns and conducting detailed tax research. Her technical skills enhance her efficiency and effectiveness in managing complex tax issues for her clients.