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Abdullah Almutawakel

Allen Park,MI

Summary

Results-oriented Financial Accountant with a successful background in external auditing and a strong passion for assisting small business owners in achieving their growth objectives. Leveraging ten years of experience in auditing and financial analysis, I possess a keen understanding of the unique challenges faced by small businesses and the strategies required to drive their success. As an experienced external auditor, I have honed my ability to identify inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement in financial processes. I bring a meticulous approach to analyzing financial statements, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, and recommending tailored solutions to enhance operational efficiency and financial performance.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Volunteer Tax Preparer

AARP Tax-Aide
12.2024 - 04.2025
  • Assisted low-income families in filing federal and state tax returns.
  • Gained hands-on experience with IRS forms such as 1040, Schedule C.
  • Worked with a team of enrolled agents and CPAs.

Volunteer Tax Preparer

Accounting Aid Society
11.2021 - 04.2023
  • Assisted low-income families in filing federal and state tax returns.
  • Gained hands-on experience with IRS forms such as 1040, Schedule C, and Schedule B .
  • Assisted with tax issues related to retirement income (Form 1099-R) and interest from bonds.
  • Worked with a team of enrolled agents and CPAs.


Independent Auditor Accounting CPA Yemen,

Licensed Accountant
03.2014 - 09.2021

Audited clients including: MAC Travel & Tourism Co., MAC Food Products Co., and MAC Energy Co.

  • Conducted audits for multiple companies in accordance with International Standards on Auditing (ISA).
  • Reviewed opening balances to ensure consistency with prior period financial statements.
  • Participated in physical inventory counts and validated stock records.
  • Examined financial statements and performed detailed testing of account balances and transactions.
  • Collected audit evidence through sampling techniques and substantive procedures.
  • Performed customer confirmations and third-party verifications to ensure accuracy of receivables.
  • Issued detailed audit findings and reported observations to stakeholders and management.
  • Reconciled accounting records and traced discrepancies in general ledgers and sub-ledgers.
  • Collaborated effectively within a team of auditors, applying professional due care and skepticism.
  • Finalized audit reports and signed off on financial statements after completing all procedures.

Project Accountant

Ministry of Electricity and Energy
01.2013 - 12.2014

• Monitored project costs, developed job cost forecasts, managed cash flow, and approved invoices for payment.
• Followed up with customers to collect specific financial information and verify details for preparation of annual.
• Set up and managed project accounting systems.
• Read, escalated, and reported invoices for projects of varying size and complexity.
• Worked with bank finance and completion guarantors to achieve funding goals.
• Drafted and submitted tax returns and government reports in proper format to IRS as required by law.
• Drafted, analyzed, and submitted numbers in reports for auditors quickly and efficiently.

Group Internal Auditor

SCADA System Project Electricity Corporation
07.2010 - 10.2013

• Developed annual budget plans and fiscal company goals.
• Performed internal audits of financial and departmental operations, developing risk assessments, and conducting process walkthroughs for compliance with documented processes.
• Recommended new methods to improve internal controls and operating efficiency.
• Coordinated with external auditors and documented process reviews.
• Produced and reviewed audit reports for submission to inspector general and advised on audit recommendations and internal controls.

Financial Manager

Ahlasi International Trading Establishment
01.2009 - 12.2010

• Lad Snancial slanning and analvsis by managing key metrics, analyzing data, and providing support
and insight for strategic planning.
• Established budgetary benchmarks and formulated financial management strategies by researching
operating and historical financial records.
• Drafted reports for leadershin for use in strategie planning and decision making.
• Generated revenue and reduced costs by recommending innovative alternatives.
Improved supply chain processes by implementing cross-functional efforts in customer service and
repair operations.
• Analyzed budgets, financial reports, and projections for accurate reporting of financial standing.

Director of Retail Pricing Statistics

Central Statistics Organization
01.2006 - 12.2008

Data Collection: Overseeing the collection of retail price data from various sources in all provinces.
• Data Analysis: Managing the analysis of price data to identify trends, patterns, and changes in retail prices over time, monthly.
• Reporting: Preparing and presenting regular reports on retail price statistics to senior management and other relevant stakeholders.

Payroll Administrator

Central Statistical Organization
03.2003 - 12.2006
  • Payroll Processing: Accurately and timely processing of payroll for employees, including calculating wages, salaries, bonuses, commissions, and deductions.
  • Payroll Reconciliation: Reconciling payroll data to ensure accuracy and resolving any discrepancies or errors.
  • Record-Keeping: Maintaining accurate and confidential payroll records for all employees.

Financial Manager

Sunrise Training & Consultancy
01.2004 - 11.2006
  • Budgeting: Developing and managing the institute's budget, ensuring proper allocation of funds to various departments and projects.
  • Financial Reporting: Preparing regular financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, to provide insights into the institute's financial health.
  • Purchasing and Procurement: Overseeing procurement processes and negotiating contracts to ensure cost-effective purchasing of goods and services.
  • Payroll Management: Overseeing payroll processing and ensuring accurate and timely payment of employees.

Manager of Purchases & Stock

General Corporation For Foreign Trade & Grains
08.1992 - 11.2002
  • Contacted location managers and department supervisors to assess requirements.
  • Solved diverse supply chain problems involving numerous sources, logistics, and scheduling factors.
  • Purchased new products and oversaw inventory stocking and availability.
  • Researched and evaluated potential suppliers to determine best fits for company needs and to identify cost savings opportunities.
  • Reduced costs by streamlining contract bidding and procurement processes to assure best prices for materials and services.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce Department of Accounting - Accounting And Business Management

University Of Imran
Imran, Republic Of Yemen
01-2001

Skills

  • External & Statutory Audit
  • Project Management
  • Accounts & Payroll Administration
  • Tax Compliance & Advisory
  • Attention to Detail
  • Team Collaboration & Leadership
  • Problem-Solving & Critical Thinking
  • Internal Control Evaluation
  • Analytical Skills
  • Continuous Professional Development

Certification

Yemeni Certified Public Accountant License - Yemeni Accountants Association (YACPA).

Languages

English
Arabic

Timeline

Volunteer Tax Preparer

AARP Tax-Aide
12.2024 - 04.2025

Volunteer Tax Preparer

Accounting Aid Society
11.2021 - 04.2023

Independent Auditor Accounting CPA Yemen,

Licensed Accountant
03.2014 - 09.2021

Project Accountant

Ministry of Electricity and Energy
01.2013 - 12.2014

Group Internal Auditor

SCADA System Project Electricity Corporation
07.2010 - 10.2013

Financial Manager

Ahlasi International Trading Establishment
01.2009 - 12.2010

Director of Retail Pricing Statistics

Central Statistics Organization
01.2006 - 12.2008

Financial Manager

Sunrise Training & Consultancy
01.2004 - 11.2006

Payroll Administrator

Central Statistical Organization
03.2003 - 12.2006

Manager of Purchases & Stock

General Corporation For Foreign Trade & Grains
08.1992 - 11.2002

Bachelor of Commerce Department of Accounting - Accounting And Business Management

University Of Imran
Abdullah Almutawakel