Mahendrakumar Patel
About Mahendrakumar Patel
Mahendrakumar Patel serves as the Indirect Tax Compliance Lead at Thomson Reuters, bringing extensive experience in indirect tax management across various companies. His career spans roles at notable organizations such as BP, Deloitte, and HM Revenue & Customs, where he has developed expertise in VAT compliance and tax technology.
Current Role at Thomson Reuters
Mahendrakumar Patel serves as the Indirect Tax Compliance Lead at Thomson Reuters, focusing on Onesource Indirect Compliance Tax & Accounting. He has held this position since 2019, contributing to the company's tax compliance strategies and initiatives in London, England.
Previous Experience in Indirect Tax Compliance
Prior to his current role, Patel has held several positions in indirect tax compliance across various organizations. He worked as an Interim VAT Director at Clarivate Analytics for six months in 2018 and as an Indirect Tax Manager at Deloitte for one month in 2019. His experience also includes roles at Energizer Holdings and Sanofi, where he managed indirect tax compliance and technology projects.
Career Background in Taxation
Patel's career in taxation began with HM Revenue & Customs, where he worked for eight years from 1985 to 1993. He has since accumulated extensive experience in indirect tax roles at companies such as BP, MSD, and Chevron, focusing on compliance and advisory services. His roles have often involved leading teams and projects related to European VAT and tax technology.
Educational Background
Mahendrakumar Patel studied at Higham Lane School and King Edward VI College. He furthered his education at North Warwickshire and Hinckley College, where he gained foundational knowledge that supports his career in tax compliance and accounting.
Expertise in ERP Systems
Patel possesses extensive experience with ERP systems, particularly SAP, which he has utilized in various roles to enhance tax compliance processes. He also has experience with Oracle, although to a lesser extent, showcasing his technical proficiency in tax technology solutions.