Rachelle Taber
About Rachelle Taber
Rachelle Taber is a Senior Tax Accountant currently employed at Sunrun in San Francisco, California. She has extensive experience in tax accounting, having previously worked at Levi Strauss & Co. and Bare Escentuals, and holds degrees in Accounting and Economics from the University of Houston.
Work at Sunrun
Rachelle Taber has been employed at Sunrun as a Senior Tax Accountant since 2020. In this role, she is responsible for managing tax compliance and ensuring that the company's operations align with regulatory requirements. Her work involves preparing tax documentation and conducting reviews to support the company's financial strategies. Sunrun, a leading provider of residential solar energy, benefits from her expertise in navigating complex tax regulations.
Previous Experience at Levi Strauss & Co.
Before joining Sunrun, Rachelle Taber worked at Levi Strauss & Co. as a Senior Tax Analyst specializing in Sales and Use Tax from 2011 to 2020. During her nine years at the company, she played a key role in managing tax compliance and participated in various tax audits. Her experience at Levi Strauss & Co. contributed to her understanding of the retail sector's tax challenges and compliance requirements.
Career at Bare Escentuals
Rachelle Taber began her career in tax at Bare Escentuals, where she worked as a Tax Associate from 2009 to 2011. During her two years at the company, she gained foundational experience in tax compliance and reporting. This role helped her develop skills that would be essential in her future positions within the tax field.
Education and Expertise
Rachelle Taber studied at the University of Houston, where she earned a Post-Baccalaureate degree in Accounting from the C.T. Bauer College of Business in 2009. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and Political Science from the same university, completed in 2005. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in both accounting principles and economic theory, which she applies in her professional roles.
Tax Compliance Skills and Software Proficiency
Rachelle Taber has developed a range of skills in tax compliance and documentation throughout her career. She is proficient in using tax software such as CCH, RIA, LicenseHQ, and Vertex O. Her expertise includes conducting nexus reviews and creating taxability matrices, which are essential for ensuring compliance with various tax regulations. She has also gained experience in preparing supporting accounting documentation for tax activities using Oracle 11i and r12.