Tiana Gardner
About Tiana Gardner
Tiana Gardner is a Senior Manager of Tax at Spark Energy, with extensive experience in tax management and compliance across U.S. and Canadian jurisdictions. She has held various tax-related positions, including roles at PricewaterhouseCoopers and HITT Contracting Inc., and holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and a Master of Science in Taxation.
Current Role at Spark Energy
Tiana Gardner serves as the Senior Manager of Tax at Spark Energy, a position she has held since 2018. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing tax compliance and financial reporting related to tax management. Her work involves managing tax obligations for both U.S. and Canadian jurisdictions, ensuring that the company adheres to all relevant tax regulations.
Previous Experience at HITT Contracting Inc.
Prior to joining Spark Energy, Tiana Gardner worked at HITT Contracting Inc. from 2010 to 2018. She held multiple roles, including Manager of Tax and Accounts Payable for five years and Tax Manager for two years. Her responsibilities included overseeing tax compliance and managing accounts payable processes, contributing to the financial operations of the organization.
Experience at PricewaterhouseCoopers
Tiana Gardner began her career at PricewaterhouseCoopers as an Experienced Tax Associate from 2015 to 2016 in Houston, Texas. During her time there, she gained valuable experience in tax management and compliance, which laid the foundation for her subsequent roles in the tax field.
Education and Expertise
Tiana Gardner holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Strayer University, where she studied from 2007 to 2009. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Science in Taxation from American University, completing her studies from 2013 to 2015. Her academic background supports her expertise in managing tax compliance, financial reporting, and preparation of S-Corp tax returns.
Skills in Tax Management
Tiana Gardner possesses a range of skills in tax management, including proficiency in ASC 740, which involves accounting for income taxes. She has a strong background in handling property tax renditions and gross receipts tax. Her expertise extends to overseeing the preparation of tax returns and ensuring compliance with tax regulations across different jurisdictions.