Lil Serviss
About Lil Serviss
Lil Serviss is a Senior Manager of Corporate Tax at Synovus Bank in Columbus, Georgia, where he has worked since 2016. He has extensive experience in tax management and compliance, with a strong background in both education and practical application in the field of taxation.
Work at Synovus Bank
Lil Serviss has served as Senior Manager, Corporate Tax at Synovus Bank since 2016. Based in Columbus, Georgia, he has dedicated eight years to overseeing corporate tax responsibilities. His role involves managing tax compliance and planning strategies, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards, and optimizing tax positions for the organization.
Education and Expertise
Lil Serviss holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Auburn University, where he studied from 1991 to 1995. He furthered his education with a Master of Accountancy, concentrating in Taxation, at Auburn University Harbert College of Business from 1995 to 1996. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in tax research techniques and compliance strategies.
Professional Background
Before joining Synovus Bank, Lil Serviss accumulated extensive experience in various tax roles. He worked as a Federal Tax Manager at Saks Incorporated for nine months in 2004-2005. His career also includes positions as Tax Manager at Ernst & Young from 1996 to 2002, Tax Manager at Warren, Averett, Kimbrough & Marino from 2002 to 2004, and Tax Senior Manager at Sellers, Richardson, Holman & West from 2005 to 2008. Additionally, he served as Tax Senior Manager at Machen, McChesney & Chastain from 2008 to 2011.
Teaching Experience
Lil Serviss has experience in academia, having served as an Instructor at the School of Accountancy at Auburn University from 2007 to 2010. In this role, he contributed to the education of future accountants, sharing his knowledge in taxation and accounting practices.
Skills and Proficiencies
Lil Serviss possesses strong project management and leadership skills, demonstrated through his management of complex tax projects. He is experienced in preparing and reviewing FASB ASC 740 calculations and FIN 48 analysis on a quarterly and annual basis. His proficiency extends to a variety of accounting and tax software, including CCH ProSystems, GoSystem, CCH Engagement, QuickBooks, and Peachtree, which enhances his effectiveness in tax compliance and consulting for multi-state entities.