Detail-oriented and highly organized Accounting Technician with over 3 years of experience in managing financial transactions, maintaining accurate records, and supporting accounting operations. Adept at handling accounts payable and receivable, reconciling financial discrepancies, and preparing detailed reports to assist in strategic decision-making. Proficient in various accounting software, including [List relevant software], and knowledgeable about financial regulations and best practices. Demonstrates strong analytical skills, exceptional attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering high-quality results in fast-paced environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounting and Budgeting Analysis for SCRS Position
Somali Community Resettlement services
02.2019 - Current
Analyze financial data and provide forecasting support
Organize data into accessible reports and perform various types of analysis using key metrics such as yearly growth, return on assets, return on equity and earnings per share
Proficiency in Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) necessary for analyzing, interpreting, and preparing financial information, records, and reports.Have experience formulating, scrutinizing, and clarifying work procedures and tasks, as well as providing direction on financial policies and procedures.Review all non-legal pertinent information about prospective deals
Oversee financial functions, such as assessing, auditing, planning, budgeting, taxes, consolidation, cost control and project control
Evaluate and analyze capital expenditures, depreciation, proposals, investment opportunities, rate of return, profit plans, operating records, financial statements, etc.
Proficient in mathematics, capable of doing calculations, reviewing and reconciling data, and balancing accounts. Study a company’s financial data to give advice for guiding business investments and overall financial strategy.
Proficient at utilizing electronic spreadsheets, word processing software, computers, and other office equipment including calculators.
Instrument Builder 2
EMERSON
03.2017 - 01.2019
Perform tasks at workstations such as: standard assembly operations, hand soldering, brazing and welding including rework and repair, perform calibrations requiring judgment to assure conformance to specifications, variables testing, modular troubleshooting and repairs and packaging of finished product
Operate CNC machines using appropriate gauging and tooling, operate and adjust equipment using judgment to assure conformance to specifications
Perform standard and non-standard setups exercising judgment in making adjustments to equipment to assure conformance to specifications
Perform routine preventive maintenance.
Tax Consultant
DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY (IRS)
01.2014 - 05.2014
Preparing and completing client tax returns and assist clients in finding the right deductions, Meeting with client in-person to discuss their clients' tax situations, Educating clients on tax options
Education
MBA - Leadership & Change
The College of St. Scholastica
Bachelor of Science - Finance
METROPOLITAN STATE UNIVERSITY
Skills
Knowledge of debits, credits, and the accounting equation
Basic Excel skills, including data entry, calculations, charts, and graphs
Able to develop balance sheets, income statements, and journal transactions
Maintain ledgers, record financial transactions, and perform basic bookkeeping
High precision in financial data management and evaluation to avoid errors
Knowledge of QuickBooks, Sage, and Xero and basic functionality
Experience in generating personal income taxes
Get along well with co-workers; always willing to help
Basic math and financial calculating skills
Ability to efficiently manage financial information and records
Clear verbal and written communication with colleagues, clients, and vendors
Handling financial inquiries and supporting clients or coworkers
Ready to learn new systems, software, and accounting processes fast
Activities
United Somali Youth, 01/01/08, 09/01/14
Timeline
Accounting and Budgeting Analysis for SCRS Position
<ul><li>Company Overview: Group Company of PUIG, Spain</li><li>Team Leadership & Process Excellence: Organised the transformation of the Finance & Accounts function, establishing performance-driven goals, and embedding a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Drove operational efficiency through process redesigns, SOP implementation and optimal resource deployment, leading to measurable improvements in turnaround time and accuracy.</li><li>Strategic Partnering with CXOs: Acted as a key advisor to the CEO, CFO, and other CXOs on business planning, pricing strategies, and business model pivots to support scale-up and profitability. Contributed to investor communications with data-backed insights to enhance stakeholder confidence and secure strategic funding.</li><li>Cross-Functional & Global Stakeholder Management: Functioned as the strategic finance business partner to cross-functional heads and the PUIG global finance team, aligning local execution with global financial strategies and compliance requirements.</li><li>ERP Transformation & System Automation: Led end-to-end ERP reimplementation to address system gaps, enforce role-based controls, and automate core finance processes—resulting in enhanced data accuracy, faster reporting and improved internal controls.</li><li>Costing, Inventory & Profitability Optimization: Designed and implemented plant-level costing models to ensure accurate COGS determination. Improved inventory management across pricing, consumption tracking, and aging analysis—enabling better working capital control and cost efficiency.</li><li>Manufacturing Finance & Statutory Compliance: Supervised end-to-end accounting for manufacturing operations and ensured full statutory compliance.</li><li>Financial Reporting, MIS & Profitability Analytics: Delivered accurate and timely monthly MIS reports, including P&L, Balance Sheet and KPI dashboards with deep-dive variance analysis across stores, business verticals, and geographies. Supported board-level decision-making through insightful presentations on financial health and business performance.</li><li>Budgeting, Forecasting & Business Planning: Led the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and rolling forecasts, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and market dynamics. Monitored key financial metrics to enable business decisions and proactive cost management.</li><li>Statutory, Internal & Tax Audit Management: Finalized standalone and consolidated financials under Ind AS and IFRS, ensured timely group reporting and compliance with international standards. Delivered clean and timely closures of statutory, tax, and internal audits in coordination with Big 4 auditors. Strengthened audit readiness through pre-audit diagnostics and rectification of recurring control gaps.</li><li>Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management: Ensured end-to-end compliance which includes ROC, RBI, FEMA, Income Tax, GST, Transfer Pricing, DTAA, and Customs. Reviewed cross-border contracts and transactions to ensure arm’s length pricing, accurate TDS application, and proper documentation under Transfer Pricing regulations.</li><li>Commercial Negotiation & Contract Governance: Led commercial negotiations and structured deals with vendors and franchisees. Reviewed key business contracts to ensure financial viability, risk protection, and compliance with regulatory standards.</li><li>Treasury & External Commercial Borrowing (ECB): Managed fund planning and liquidity management including ECB drawdowns, bank negotiations, and interest optimization. Improved working capital cycles through proactive cash flow forecasting and receivables control.</li><li>Internal Controls & Governance Framework: Led organization-wide reviews of internal control systems, identified process gaps, and redesigned or implemented over 40 SOPs and IFCs. Established a governance structure for financial discipline, risk mitigation, and policy compliance across departments.</li></ul> at Kama Ayurveda Pvt. Ltd. & PUIG India Pvt. Ltd.<ul><li>Company Overview: Group Company of PUIG, Spain</li><li>Team Leadership & Process Excellence: Organised the transformation of the Finance & Accounts function, establishing performance-driven goals, and embedding a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Drove operational efficiency through process redesigns, SOP implementation and optimal resource deployment, leading to measurable improvements in turnaround time and accuracy.</li><li>Strategic Partnering with CXOs: Acted as a key advisor to the CEO, CFO, and other CXOs on business planning, pricing strategies, and business model pivots to support scale-up and profitability. Contributed to investor communications with data-backed insights to enhance stakeholder confidence and secure strategic funding.</li><li>Cross-Functional & Global Stakeholder Management: Functioned as the strategic finance business partner to cross-functional heads and the PUIG global finance team, aligning local execution with global financial strategies and compliance requirements.</li><li>ERP Transformation & System Automation: Led end-to-end ERP reimplementation to address system gaps, enforce role-based controls, and automate core finance processes—resulting in enhanced data accuracy, faster reporting and improved internal controls.</li><li>Costing, Inventory & Profitability Optimization: Designed and implemented plant-level costing models to ensure accurate COGS determination. Improved inventory management across pricing, consumption tracking, and aging analysis—enabling better working capital control and cost efficiency.</li><li>Manufacturing Finance & Statutory Compliance: Supervised end-to-end accounting for manufacturing operations and ensured full statutory compliance.</li><li>Financial Reporting, MIS & Profitability Analytics: Delivered accurate and timely monthly MIS reports, including P&L, Balance Sheet and KPI dashboards with deep-dive variance analysis across stores, business verticals, and geographies. Supported board-level decision-making through insightful presentations on financial health and business performance.</li><li>Budgeting, Forecasting & Business Planning: Led the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and rolling forecasts, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and market dynamics. Monitored key financial metrics to enable business decisions and proactive cost management.</li><li>Statutory, Internal & Tax Audit Management: Finalized standalone and consolidated financials under Ind AS and IFRS, ensured timely group reporting and compliance with international standards. Delivered clean and timely closures of statutory, tax, and internal audits in coordination with Big 4 auditors. Strengthened audit readiness through pre-audit diagnostics and rectification of recurring control gaps.</li><li>Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management: Ensured end-to-end compliance which includes ROC, RBI, FEMA, Income Tax, GST, Transfer Pricing, DTAA, and Customs. Reviewed cross-border contracts and transactions to ensure arm’s length pricing, accurate TDS application, and proper documentation under Transfer Pricing regulations.</li><li>Commercial Negotiation & Contract Governance: Led commercial negotiations and structured deals with vendors and franchisees. Reviewed key business contracts to ensure financial viability, risk protection, and compliance with regulatory standards.</li><li>Treasury & External Commercial Borrowing (ECB): Managed fund planning and liquidity management including ECB drawdowns, bank negotiations, and interest optimization. Improved working capital cycles through proactive cash flow forecasting and receivables control.</li><li>Internal Controls & Governance Framework: Led organization-wide reviews of internal control systems, identified process gaps, and redesigned or implemented over 40 SOPs and IFCs. Established a governance structure for financial discipline, risk mitigation, and policy compliance across departments.</li></ul> at Kama Ayurveda Pvt. Ltd. & PUIG India Pvt. Ltd.