Melvin Dsouza

Melvin is an experienced tax professional with a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting and Taxation and a strong background in U.S. tax compliance and tax technology. He has hands-on experience preparing and filing federal, state, and local tax returns for Individuals (Form 1040) and Estates (Form 1041), ensuring accuracy and full compliance with current tax legislation. Melvin is proactive, disciplined, and detail-oriented, with a strong ability to solve problems and implement innovative solutions. He is a collaborative team player who builds relationships, communicates effectively, and adapts quickly to new challenges.

Melvin spent three and a half years with Thomson Reuters (SurePrep), where he gained deep expertise in tax preparation workflows and SurePrep binder processing. In addition to tax compliance, he played a key role in supporting tax technology initiatives, including assisting with the development and enhancement of SurePrep (SPBinder) functionality. In addition to tax return preparation, he played a key role training junior staff in an OCR project focused on text extraction, gaining valuable experience at the intersection of tax operations and automation technology. His dedication and performance were recognized at Sureprep with the highest rating from his manager.

With a solid foundation in tax compliance and a strong understanding of tax software ecosystems, Melvin brings accuracy, efficiency, and a continuous improvement mindset to his work. Looking ahead, Melvin is eager to expand his expertise to business tax returns, aiming to broaden his knowledge in corporate and partnership tax compliance.

Expertise: US Individual Tax Preparation, ProSystem, CCH, GoSystem, UltraTax

• Favorite thing about my job: Working on U.S. tax preparations feels like solving a detailed puzzle. I enjoy analyzing tax documents, applying the right regulations, and finding opportunities to maximize accuracy and compliance. It’s rewarding to turn complex tax information into a clear, correctly filed return that gives clients peace of mind.
• What would your last meal be? Butter chicken with warm naan on the side. Rich, comforting, and full of flavor – it’s the kind of meal that never gets old and would be the perfect final indulgence.
• Favorite vacation you’ve taken: A trip to the Konkan region in Maharashtra. The quiet beaches, scenic coastal roads, fresh seafood, and relaxed pace made it the perfect escape. Watching sunsets by the sea and exploring lesser-known beaches was incredibly refreshing and memorable!
• Favorite movie quote: “With great power comes great responsibility” – Spider-Man
• What is your side gig/passion project/hobby? Cycling. It’s my go-to way to unplug, clear my head, and stay active. Whether it’s an early morning ride or a long weekend route, cycling helps me reset, build endurance, and come back refreshed and focused.