Ali Khawaja
Mays Landing,NJ
Summary
Resourceful Staff Member known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in time management, workflow optimization, and clear communication. Excel at teamwork, adaptability, and problem-solving to achieve goals. Committed to enhancing team performance through proactive support and effective collaboration.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Accountant II - Investment Management Group
BBD, LLP. / Cohen & Co.
Philadelphia, PA
01.2022 - Current
- Planned and conducted comprehensive financial audits and agreed-upon procedures to assure financial statements are fairly presented in alignment with GAAP
- Supported management through materiality, risk identification and significant risk assessment procedures
- Performed test of details, test of operating effectiveness and substantive analytical procedures
- Coordinated multiple audit assignments and delegated tasks to interns
- Identify and assess risks of material misstatement of financial reports due to fraud; assess internal controls and ensure controls are effectively designed Identified and communicated accounting and auditing matters to managers and discussed audit findings with clients
Staff Accountant - Cost Accountant
J&J Snack Foods Corp.
Pennsauken Twp., NJ
11.2019 - 09.2021
- Daily reconciled sales reports of over $5 million and resolved any variances ensuring accurate GL postings for all sales orders
- Prepared monthly reports highlighting production inefficiencies resulting in lower profit margins and ensured countermeasures to mitigate those inefficiencies
- Worked with plant manager to mitigate any inefficiencies in the production process of current and new items
- Prepared detailed costings of new and revised items highlighting material, packaging, labor and overhead costs
- Prepared and posted month end journal entries of over $500,000
- Reconciled warehouses on a monthly basis with over $10 million in inventory and resolved any discrepancies in the reports
- Reviewed and set up new vendors and items for multiple branch plants
Audit Associate
Meltzer & Meltzer CPAs
Huntingdon Valley, PA
11.2018 - 11.2019
- Performed multiple audits, reviews and compilations for Corporations, Homeowner Associations and Non-Profit Organizations
- Prepared year-end, quarterly and interim financial statements and corporate tax returns for final review by manager
- Conducted fieldwork to obtain the necessary documents to complete the engagements, maintaining communication with the client for any discrepancies found during the fieldwork
- Performed audit procedures in the areas of cash, revenue, expenses, debt, employee compensation, and fixed assets
- Prepared detailed report of the findings during the engagement and a letter of recommendations to correct any errors in reporting
- Issued1099 and W2 forms to clients contractors and employees
- Reconciled bank balances of various clients on a monthly basis
Audit Intern
BDO USA, LLP
Philadelphia, PA
01.2015 - 06.2015
- Reviewed financial statements for any inaccuracies with respect to the relevant accounts details
- Performed inventory observations and documented the findings accordingly and followed up on the errors found
- Reviewed cash and loan confirmations received of up to $1 million and documented the findings accordingly
- Performed testing of various accounts such as sales, accounts receivables, loans and expense in order to verify its existence and accuracy
- Prepared analytics for asset, liability, sales and expense accounts with details for any changes above materiality and documented the reason for such changes
Education
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Accounting
Drexel University
Philadelphia, PA06.2016
Skills
- Proficient in OnPoint PCR
- Quickbooks and Xero
- ProSeries and Lacerte
- JD Edwards
- CCH ProSystem
- Portfolio valuation
Awards
Dean’s List, Drexel University,2013 -2016, Dean’s Scholarship, Drexel University,2013 -2016, DuPont Minority Education Scholarship in Accounting, Drexel University, April2015
Timeline
Staff Accountant II - Investment Management Group
BBD, LLP. / Cohen & Co.
01.2022 - Current
Staff Accountant - Cost Accountant
J&J Snack Foods Corp.
11.2019 - 09.2021
Audit Associate
Meltzer & Meltzer CPAs
11.2018 - 11.2019
Audit Intern
BDO USA, LLP
01.2015 - 06.2015
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Accounting
Drexel University