Alaa Ahmed
Kirkland,WA
Summary
Alaa is a highly skilled professional in Payroll and controllership, with a track record managing critical task lists to ensure compliance with GAAP and SOX regulations, while addressing timely and accurate delivery of needed reporting/payroll. Talented financial leader well-versed in accounting principles and systems including GL, AR and AP, with effective process creation skillset to ensure cross-functional alignments. Motivated to keep company financial operations compliant, accurate and cost-effective, and ready to bring years of experience and take on challenging new role.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Payroll Supervisor
MV Transportation
01.2022 - Current
- Reconcile payroll reporting through automated Lawson ERP systems and Excel reporting mechanisms, improving accuracy rates by 35% while improving efficiency by 20%.
- Served as primary point of contact for all interdepartmental inquiries regarding payroll policies and procedures, enhancing communication between teams.
- Manage and mentor Payroll Team, while assisting more than 500 employees with resolving any payroll-related issues or concerns in timely manner, maintaining positive relationships within organization.
- Work closely with cross-functional leaders to strategically implement efficiencies across operations, highlight growth opportunities for accounting unit, and assisting with system upgrades and implementation projects by providing valuable input from perspective of a seasoned payroll professional.
- Reduced payroll discrepancies by conducting thorough audits and implementing corrective actions when necessary.
Accounting Specialist
Orlando Bread Factory
06.2017 - 08.2018
- Championed digital transformation of the company and increased efficiency of company's bookkeeping and employee's payroll by 40%+ through Quickbooks. Ensured 100% compliance with regulatory requirements, conducting thorough research and staying up-to-date on industry standards.
- Enhanced financial reporting by creating clear and concise financial statements, providing insight into company performance. Managed payroll filings, including employees' paystubs and payroll taxes. Updated payroll records by reviewing and approving changes, job titles, and department changes.
- Reconciled account information and reported figures in general ledger by comparing to bank account statement each month. Supported month-end closing process by preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis reports.
- Implemented employees training and development plans, as well as forecast employment needs.
Accountant
MTC Import, Export, Food Supply
04.2011 - 07.2014
- Managed EGP5-7M annual budget for Account Receivable department. Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
- Supported supervisory and executive staff by performing assigned accounting tasks. Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
- Kept up to date with tax changes and industry trends by participating in professional organizations, opportunities, and networks.
- Assisted in annual audit preparations, ensuring smooth process with no major discrepancies found. Investigated daily variances and corrected errors to resolve discrepancies.
Education
Graduate Studies Certification - Financial Accounting
Suez Canal University
Egypt05.2008
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Suez Canal University
Egypt05.2005
Skills
- Advanced Proficiency in Lawson ERP and Tableau BI tools
- Payroll management, bookkeeping and accounts reconciliation
- Advanced Proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, and QuickBooks
- Financial reports, Accounting Principles, General ledger posting, Accounts Receivable and Payable
- Data auditing assistance, Timekeeping Systems, and Year-end procedures
- Excellence in Dynamic Environment, and Detail-oriented
- Bilingual, Presentation and communication skills
- Relationship Building, Employee benefits administration, and Payroll Auditing
Community Service
- Muslim Association of Puget Sound, WA, 03/2021, 04/2021, Volunteer
- Valencia College, 08/2015, 12/2016, Member of Council of International Student
- Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida, 08/2016, 12/2017, Student Volunteer
- National Council for Women, Egypt, 01/2012, 07/2014, Board Member for Ismailia City
Languages
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- Professional Certification in Payroll. U.S. Career Institute, Fort Collins, Colorado. April 2021 – December 2021
- Certification in Financial Accounting. Valencia College, Orlando, Florida. August 2015 - May 2017
Timeline
Payroll Supervisor
MV Transportation
01.2022 - Current
Accounting Specialist
Orlando Bread Factory
06.2017 - 08.2018
Accountant
MTC Import, Export, Food Supply
04.2011 - 07.2014
Graduate Studies Certification - Financial Accounting
Suez Canal University
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Suez Canal University