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Hanzla Rehman

@hanzlarehman

Accounting Automation Engineer | AI Product Engineer | US Tax Accountant & Payroll Specialist | Building AI-Powered Accounting & Finance Tools

Pakistan

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What I'm looking for

I seek a dynamic finance team that values growth, collaboration, and innovation.

Accounting Automation Engineer and AI Product Engineer with 4+ years of hands-on U.S. corporate tax, GAAP, and multi-state payroll experience, now applying that domain depth to full-stack AI product development by directing agentic AI tools (Google Antigravity, OpenAI Codex). Independently designed, architected, and shipped two live applications – Arcora, a household finance and life-admin platform, and a full 2025 U.S. federal and state tax calculation engine – owning the data models, security architecture, and product decisions while orchestrating AI coding agents to execute implementation at speed. Currently balancing hands-on tax practice at BestPro Bookkeeping & Tax with independent product development, bringing a rare combination of deep regulatory knowledge and modern AI-assisted engineering ability.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Accounts, Payroll & Tax Analyst

Nuage Digital

Jan 2025 - Present (1 year 7 months)

Managed end-to-end payroll processing for multiple clients using platforms such as Gusto, Patriot, Rippling, ADP, and Paylocity. Prepared and filed federal and state payroll tax returns, ensuring full compliance with IRS and state tax regulations.

Payroll Processing Gusto Patriot Rippling ADP Paylocity Bookkeeping

Tax Preparer

Tenacious Taxes

Jul 2024 - Present (2 years 1 month)

Prepared and filed tax returns for individuals and businesses, ensuring accuracy and compliance with federal and state regulations. Reviewed financial records to determine appropriate tax deductions and identified tax-saving opportunities for clients.

Tax Preparation Tax Compliance Client Communication Client Management

Tax Accountant and Administrator

Companion Transport LLC

Dec 2023 - Present (2 years 8 months)

Prepared and filed US tax returns, ensuring accuracy and compliance with federal and state regulations. Administered payroll processes, including calculating wages, taxes, and deductions, and managed bookkeeping tasks utilizing QuickBooks Online.

Payroll Administration Quickbooks Online Bookkeeping Tax Compliance Financial Analysis Administrative Support Client Communication

Tax Associate

Asad Ijaz & Co Chartered Accountants

Jul 2022 - Present (4 years 1 month)

Managed tax filings, withholding statements, and wealth statements during a four-month tax internship. Proficiently ensured FBR compliance while handling financial statements using the FBR portal.

Tax Filings Withholding Statements Financial Statements Tax Regulations Documentation

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Mirchawala’s Hub of Accountancy

Course Completion, Tax Preparation

2023 - 2023

Completed a comprehensive course in USA Tax Preparation, focusing on the intricacies of tax laws and regulations. Gained proficiency in payroll administration and various tax software applications.

National University of Modern Languages

Bachelor of Science, Accounting and Finance

2019 - 2023

Acquired a strong foundation in Accounting and Finance, covering core principles and practices. Developed skills in business and management, preparing for a career in financial analysis and accounting.