Marwa Sayed
Marwa Sayed is an experienced tax professional with an MBA in Tax and Financial Accounting from Wayne State University. She has worked at Ernst & Young and KPMG, specializing in international and corporate tax. Her background also includes academic research, community leadership, and operational finance roles in nonprofit settings.
Get to Know Marwa Sayed
Marwa Sayed is a dedicated tax professional with an MBA in Tax and Financial Accounting from Wayne State University’s Mike Ilitch School of Business. She has worked at leading firms like Ernst & Young and KPMG, where she focused on international and corporate tax compliance, planning, and tax provision reporting. Marwa is proficient in industry-standard tools such as OneSource, Corptax, and SAP, and is currently pursuing CPA certification to further strengthen her qualifications. Her experience also includes academic research in corporate tax and financial roles in nonprofit organizations, where she led operational audits, managed payroll, and oversaw event planning and staff coordination. Known for her analytical precision, leadership, and community focus, Marwa blends technical expertise with strategic insight. She is passionate about using her skills to drive meaningful results and is committed to continuous learning and professional growth in the field of tax and financial services.
Marwa Sayed: Education Background
MBA: Tax and Financial Accounting
Wayne State University, Mike Ilitch School of Business – Detroit, MI
BS: Business Administration
Wayne State University, Mike Ilitch School of Business – Detroit, MI
Major: Accounting
Associates: Business Administration
Schoolcraft College, Livonia, MI
Women’s Basketball: Academic All-MCCAA and Academic All-Conference Honors
Marwa Sayed: Professional Experience
Senior, Tax: International Tax and Transaction Services
Ernst & Young | Detroit, MI
November 2022 - November 2023
At Ernst & Young, Marwa Sayed worked as a Senior in International Tax and Transaction Services, focusing on corporate international tax compliance and planning. She prepared and reviewed Forms 5471, 8858, and 8890, and used OneSource Income Tax (OIT) for international filings. Her work supported complex planning related to cross-border transactions, spin-offs, and restructuring for CFCs, MNEs, and JVs. Marwa advised clients on international tax operations, conducted detailed tax research using EY tools, and collaborated with foreign desks to assess jurisdictional tax impacts. She also prepared international tax provision workpapers and analyzed key elements like GILTI, QBAI, and Subpart F.
Associate: Business Tax Services
KPMG | Detroit, MI
January 2021 - October 2022
At KPMG, Marwa Sayed served as an Associate in Business Tax Services, specializing in corporate tax compliance and provision reporting. She prepared federal, state, and international tax workpapers, including Forms 1120, 1120X, and 5471. Marwa supported quarterly and annual tax provisions, managed Uncertain Tax Positions, and used OneSource Income Tax for state filings and apportionment calculations. She maintained monthly foreign tax expense files, prepared client invoices, and tracked key financial metrics. Additionally, she created journal entries in BTE software to monitor Schedule M adjustments, demonstrating her ability to manage detailed tax data and support complex corporate reporting processes.
Professors Tax Research Assistant
Wayne State University, MISB | Detroit, MI
March 2019 - May 2020
At KPMG, Marwa Sayed served as an Associate in Business Tax Services, specializing in corporate tax compliance and provision reporting. She prepared federal, state, and international tax workpapers, including Forms 1120, 1120X, and 5471. Marwa supported quarterly and annual tax provisions, managed Uncertain Tax Positions, and used OneSource Income Tax for state filings and apportionment calculations. She maintained monthly foreign tax expense files, prepared client invoices, and tracked key financial metrics. Additionally, she created journal entries in BTE software to monitor Schedule M adjustments, demonstrating her ability to manage detailed tax data and support complex corporate reporting processes.
Assistant to the CFO
HYPE Athletics Community | Dearborn Heights, MI
September 2012 - May 2020
At HYPE Athletics Community, Marwa Sayed served as Assistant to the CFO from 2012 to 2020, supporting financial operations across two locations. She managed daily revenue tracking, bank deposits, employee payroll, and maintained accurate financial statements and bookkeeping records. Her responsibilities included preparing 1099s, handling accounts payable and receivable, and organizing receipts and invoices for annual audits. Marwa also performed year-end data entry using Excel and QuickBooks, contributing to audit readiness and overall financial organization. Her role showcased her attention to detail, reliability, and ability to manage multiple accounting functions in a fast-paced nonprofit environment.
Marwa Sayed: Core Values
Empathy
Empathy allows Marwa Sayed to genuinely connect with others by understanding their perspectives, challenges, and goals. She believes that being empathetic builds stronger relationships, promotes respect, and leads to more thoughtful and inclusive decision-making. In her work, empathy helps her communicate effectively with clients and colleagues, especially in complex, high-pressure situations. By taking the time to understand others’ experiences and emotions, Marwa is able to lead with compassion, reduce misunderstandings, and foster a more collaborative, supportive, and people-focused work environment.
Accountability
Marwa sees accountability as the foundation of trust and professionalism. She believes that taking ownership—of both successes and mistakes—is critical to personal growth and team success. In her career, accountability ensures her work is reliable, deadlines are met, and clients receive consistent, high-quality service. Marwa values transparency and integrity, holding herself to high standards regardless of supervision. This mindset not only strengthens credibility with clients and teams but also creates a culture of responsibility, dependability, and mutual respect in the workplace.
Collaboration
For Marwa, collaboration is about combining strengths, respecting different viewpoints, and working together toward shared goals. She values open communication, active listening, and collective problem-solving as key drivers of success. In a team-oriented field like tax and finance, collaboration fosters innovation, increases efficiency, and builds trust. Marwa believes that everyone benefits when ideas are openly exchanged and responsibilities are shared. Her collaborative nature enhances team dynamics, improves client outcomes, and creates an inclusive environment where all voices are heard and respected.
Diversity
Diversity is a deeply held value for Marwa, rooted in her belief that varied perspectives fuel innovation and fairness. She embraces cultural, professional, and intellectual differences as assets that lead to better decision-making and more dynamic collaboration. In a global business landscape, diversity enhances understanding and enables more tailored, thoughtful service to clients. Marwa actively seeks out diverse viewpoints and works to ensure everyone feels valued and included. For her, diversity isn’t just a concept—it’s essential to personal growth, equity, and effective leadership.
Honesty
Marwa considers honesty a non-negotiable part of who she is. She believes that being truthful, transparent, and ethical in all circumstances strengthens trust and builds lasting relationships. In professional settings, honesty ensures clarity with clients and team members, even when conversations are difficult. Marwa communicates openly, admits mistakes, and consistently prioritizes integrity over convenience. By fostering a culture of honesty, she encourages accountability and trust, both of which are crucial in high-stakes environments like tax, finance, and client advisory work.
Authenticity
Authenticity is central to how Marwa approaches her work and relationships. She believes in showing up as her true self—transparent, grounded, and values-driven. For Marwa, authenticity creates deeper connections and invites others to be genuine in return. In her career, it helps her align her actions with her values, communicate with purpose, and lead with confidence. She understands that authenticity fosters trust, encourages innovation, and enhances collaboration by creating a work culture where individuals feel respected, empowered, and motivated to contribute meaningfully.