Adli Salameh
Oak Lawn,IL
Summary
- To obtain a meaningful and challenging administrative position with an opportunity for advancement
- Highly organized and dedicated, with a positive attitude
- Capable of handling multiple assignments under high pressure and consistently meeting high deadlines
- Excellent oral and interpersonal communication skills
- Thrive on working in a challenging environment
- Ability to interpret data and spreadsheets
- Adapted to complex problem solving and logical skills
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Store Manager
BP GASSTATION
Chicago, USA
04.2006 - Current
- Conducted daily store operations, including opening and closing procedures and cash handling.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed orders to restock shelves.
- Developed strategies to maximize sales and profitability.
- Established customer service standards and monitored staff compliance.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner.
- Recruited, trained and supervised new employees.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Implemented efficient systems for tracking stock movement.
- Analyzed financial data to identify areas of improvement.
- Created weekly work schedules for store personnel.
- Performed regular price checks to ensure competitive pricing.
- Assessed operational efficiency of the store's departments.
- Managed daily banking activities such as deposits and withdrawals.
- Developed relationships with suppliers to negotiate better prices.
- Trained and mentored associates to teach daily tasks and procedures.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Delivered excellent customer service and adhered to standard practices to maximize sales and minimize shrinkage.
Tax Preparer
Self Employed Services
Oak Lawn , Illinois
01.2018 - 04.2019
- Compiled data from clients to accurately complete tax forms.
- Identified potential deductions to minimize clients' tax liabilities.
- Provided guidance on financial decisions related to taxes.
- Maintained accurate records of all client transactions and filings.
- Advised clients on the best strategies for filing their taxes efficiently and legally.
- Evaluated financial situations of individual taxpayers and businesses to determine appropriate actions for reducing taxes owed or increasing refunds due.
- Reviewed prior year's returns for accuracy and completeness before submitting them.
- Assisted customers with any questions they had about their taxes or filing status.
- Filed electronically through approved software programs.
- Advised clients to comply with IRS regulations and meet state and federal tax obligations.
Bookkeeper
FIRST AMERICAN TAX
Chicago, USA
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Maintained and reconciled general ledger accounts.
- Processed accounts payable and receivable transactions.
- Conducted monthly bank reconciliations.
- Provided assistance in preparing tax returns annually.
Bookkeeper
A&A Cellular
Hickory Hills, USA
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Maintained and reconciled general ledger accounts.
- Processed accounts payable and receivable transactions.
- Conducted monthly bank reconciliations.
- Generated invoices for clients and tracked payments received from customers.
- Entered deposits, credit card charges and sales entries to facilitate cash management.
Assistant Chief Accountant
Aquamarina Hotel Company
, Jordan
01.2003 - 01.2006
- Performed complex reconciliation activities in order to ensure accuracy of accounting records and transactions.
- Reviewed journal entries prepared by staff accountants for accuracy and completeness.
- Managed the day-to-day operations of the accounting department, including accounts payable and receivable, payroll processing, bank reconciliations, tax reporting.
- Prepared monthly balance sheet reconciliations for various accounts such as cash, prepaid expenses, accrued expenses and deferred income taxes.
- Managed daily bookkeeping functions with attention to accounts receivable, accounts payable, banking reconciliation and disbursements.
- Prepared month-end closing entries for detailed reporting and recordkeeping.
Inspector, Internal Auditor
Cairo Amman Bank
Amman, Jordan
01.1995 - 01.1997
- Conducted detailed inspections of equipment and machinery to ensure they were in compliance with safety regulations.
- Worked closely with management teams to help identify process improvements that would improve overall efficiency levels.
- Documented all inspection results accurately in accordance with established guidelines.
- Maintained accurate records of all tests conducted during the inspection process.
Public Accountant
Elba House Company
Amman, Jordan
01.1994 - 01.1995
- Performed accounts receivable and payable functions including reconciliation of bank accounts.
- Coordinated monthly closing activities for the general ledger system.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Yarmouk University
Irbid, Jordan09.1994
Skills
- Store Merchandising
- Employee Training
- POS Systems
- Retail Inventory Management
Organizationcoordination
- Coordinate accounts receivable and payable journal
- Organizational duties of financial, statistical, narrative, and/or other reports as requested
- Coordinate the activities of, and provides professional service to, assigned partners and managers
- Preparation of financial and cash flow statements, rates and accounts receivable/accounts payable transactions
- Analyze transactions from source documents, preparation of financial statements and balance sheets
- Prepare and track expenses, analyze and verify financial documents
- Coordinated cash control (petty cash fund) bank accounts, bank reconciliation
- Performance of typing duties using Microsoft Word/MS Office and Excel as required
Relatedexperience
- Financial and Tax Consultation
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Coordinated accounting for investment activities
- Gained thorough knowledge of latest audit standards
Trainingandskills
- Workshop on EDP Auditing, 01/95
- Foreign Currency, 01/95
- Guaranteed Letter of Credit, 01/95
- C.P.A. Course, Ski Institute of Technology, Amman, Jordan, 01/95
- Becker C.P.A. Review, Alsip, IL, 01/99
Timeline
Tax Preparer
Self Employed Services
01.2018 - 04.2019
Bookkeeper
FIRST AMERICAN TAX
01.2012 - 01.2014
Store Manager
BP GASSTATION
04.2006 - Current
Bookkeeper
A&A Cellular
01.2006 - 01.2007
Assistant Chief Accountant
Aquamarina Hotel Company
01.2003 - 01.2006
Inspector, Internal Auditor
Cairo Amman Bank
01.1995 - 01.1997
Public Accountant
Elba House Company
01.1994 - 01.1995
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Yarmouk University