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Adnan Samhan

Adnan Samhan

Shreveport,LA

Summary

Experienced with financial operations inculding analysis, strategic planning, account reconciliations, and risk management. Utilizes advanced financial modeling and forecasting to support key decision-making processes. Track record of leading cross-functional teams and driving organizational growth.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director of Finance

Southfield School
05.2017 - 06.2024
  • Collaborated with the Head of School in developing long-term financial goals, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.
  • Streamlined financial reporting processes by implementing more cost effective software systems and optimizing data management.
  • Optimized cash flow management through diligent monitoring of receivables, payables, and investment activities.
  • Coordinated and reported to the Finance Committee of the Board of Directors
  • Prepared cash flow projections, cost analysis and monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
  • Checked payroll, vendor payments, commissions and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.

Director of Accounting Services

Louisiana State University in Shreveport
09.1997 - 01.2017
  • Oversee all operations for Department of Accounting Services including Payroll, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Bank reconciliation.
  • Prepare financial statements in accordance with Governmental Accounting Standards Board for the University, the Alumni Association, and the University’s Public Radio Station including all notes and disclosures.
  • Promote sound internal control procedures to ensure compliance with state law and university regulations.
  • Lead, develop, train and cross train both departmental staff (currently nine) and key university users of accounting computer systems.
  • Assist university leaders such as Directors, Chairs and Deans in understanding and enforcing university and system regulations and business processes.
  • Act as key liaison with system officials, as well other state agency officials regarding all realms of reporting including endowments and other financial matters.

Evening & Extension Instructor

Shreveport-Bossier Regional Technical Institute
04.1993 - 12.2000
  • Teach software applications classes such as Introduction to Microcomputers and Excel 97.

Staff Auditor II

Office of Legislative Auditor
05.1995 - 09.1997
  • Performs Financial and Compliance audits for Institutions of Higher Learning
  • Major assignments have included Louisiana State University in Shreveport, Louisiana State University Medical Center – Shreveport, and Grambling State University
  • Also performs Control and Compliance audits for State Agencies such as Louisiana School for Math, Science, and the Arts; the State’s Technical Institutes; and the State’s Regional Management Centers.

Accountant

Shreveport-Bossier Regional Technical Institute
02.1990 - 05.1995
  • Responsible for all accounting, payroll, and personnel functions for the institute
  • These responsibilities include accounts receivable, accounts payable, time and attendance, leave records, payroll, budgets, deposits and bank accounts, employees’ benefits such as health insurance and credit union deductions, w-2’s, and reports for three retirement systems and different state and federal agencies.

Tax Preparer

H & R Block, District Office
01.1990 - 04.1990
  • Prepared Federal, State, and Out-Of-State income tax returns
  • Provided clients with tax planning and withholding alternatives.

Restaurant Manager

Dairy Queen
06.1986 - 10.1989
  • Responsible for all aspects of store operation which included supervision of 15-25 employees and 1-3 assistant managers, hiring and termination of employees, inventory control, food and labor cost control, and preparation of various daily; weekly; monthly; and year-end reports.

Education

CPA Educational Requirement Program -

Louisiana State University in Shreveport
Shreveport, LA
05.1990

B.S. Petroleum Engineering -

Louisiana Tech University
Ruston, LA
05.1986

Skills

  • Cash Flow Management
  • Financial reporting and analysis
  • General ledger accounting
  • Account Reconciliation
  • Audit Coordination
  • Account Analysis
  • Budget Planning
  • Strategic financial planning
  • General ledger entry
  • Financial Planning

Certification

  • Certified Public Accountant, 07/01/93
  • Louisiana Teacher’s certificate, 04/01/93
  • Standard First Aid & Adult CPR, 12/01/96

Affiliations

  • President of the LSUS Staff Senate, 2007-2008
  • Dean’s Award from the LSUS Deans Council for Outstanding Contributions to the Academic Excellence of the University, 2005
  • Served on several university wide committees such as Enrollment Process, Recruitment & Retention, Chancellor’s Evaluation.
  • Maintain 40 CPE credits annually by attending different workshops.
  • Owned and operated ALBASHA ~ Greek & Lebanese Restaurant in Shreveport (2008-2013).
  • Restaurateur of the Year from the Louisiana Restaurant Association (LRA) – North West Region, 2012
  • Participated as host for the Independence Bowl announcement party for five straight years.

Professionalorganizations

  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, 1993
  • Society of Louisiana Certified Public Accountants, 1993

License - Name

Certified Public Accountant

Timeline

Director of Finance

Southfield School
05.2017 - 06.2024

Director of Accounting Services

Louisiana State University in Shreveport
09.1997 - 01.2017

Staff Auditor II

Office of Legislative Auditor
05.1995 - 09.1997

Evening & Extension Instructor

Shreveport-Bossier Regional Technical Institute
04.1993 - 12.2000

Accountant

Shreveport-Bossier Regional Technical Institute
02.1990 - 05.1995

Tax Preparer

H & R Block, District Office
01.1990 - 04.1990

Restaurant Manager

Dairy Queen
06.1986 - 10.1989

B.S. Petroleum Engineering -

Louisiana Tech University

CPA Educational Requirement Program -

Louisiana State University in Shreveport

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