Shanikwa provides tax planning, advisory and accounting services to assist companies to effectively and efficiently run their businesses. Areas of focus include individuals, whether resident, nonresident or multi-state income tax filings; experience in tax compliance as it relates Corporations, Flow through Entities’, Estates, Trusts and gift tax reporting. Shanikwa prepares returns, administrative filings, advises and represents corporate entities and individuals worldwide. Her clients appreciate the unique perspective that she brings. 

Shanikwa functions in a consultative role for the Stone team. She has successfully resolved matters under federal and state (audit) review; drafted petitions and affidavits, including requests for abatement; and handled a number of issues before the Office of Appeals within the Internal Revenue Service and the Massachusetts Department of Revenue.

Shanikwa has provided tax consulting services to various tax accounting firms throughout the South Shore area. In addition, she has worked for regional accounting firms located in Braintree, MA and Milton, MA. She is contracted to support (lead) tax advisors/professionals of Intuit (parent company of Proseries, Turbo Tax and Quickbooks).

She is an active member of the Massachusetts Society of Certified Public Accountants’ Woman in Accounting Committee, a member of American Institute of CPAs and has worked with the Massachusetts Department of Revenue to improve their services to taxpayers. Shanikwa regularly speaks for professional organizations and higher education institutions throughout the greater Boston area.

Background

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Finance, magna cum laude, Northeastern University

• Master of Science in Accounting, Northeastern University

• Master of Science in Taxation, Northeastern University

Certifications and Licenses

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

• Enrolled Agent (EA)

Professional Affiliations and Memberships

• American Institute of Certified Public Accountants

• Massachusetts Society of Certified Public Accountants

• Norfolk & Plymouth Estate and Business Planning Council

Board Service and Outreach 

• Educational Foundation (MSCPA), Board Member

• Women in Accounting Committee

• Women on Boards, Subcommittee