Azharul Islam
CHINO,CA
Summary
Dynamic accounting professional with extensive experience at Meiko America Inc., excelling in invoice processing and financial reconciliation. Proven track record in enhancing cash flow management and streamlining data entry processes. Strong leadership skills fostered team performance, while meticulous attention to detail ensured compliance and accuracy in financial reporting.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounting Assistant
Meiko America Inc.
Perris, CA
05.2001 - Current
- Processed invoices and expense reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
- Assisted in monthly financial reconciliations, contributing to timely and accurate reporting.
- Maintained vendor records and facilitated communication for resolution of discrepancies.
- Streamlined data entry procedures, improving efficiency in financial record management.
- Trained new staff on accounting software and best practices for financial documentation.
- Led initiatives to enhance internal controls, reducing errors in financial transactions.
- Processed payments and documents such as invoices, journal vouchers, employee reimbursements, and statements.
- Managed high-volume invoice processing tasks while consistently meeting tight deadlines for vendor payments.
- Expedited invoice processing with effective communication between internal departments and external vendors.
- Assisted in the preparation of monthly financial statements for timely and accurate reporting to management.
Accounting Supervisor
Meiko America Inc
Long Beach, CA
11.1999 - 04.2001
- Supervised daily accounting operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
- Developed and implemented streamlined processes to enhance financial reporting efficiency.
- Maintained cash flow by monitoring bank balances and cash requirements.
- Coordinated month-end closing activities, ensuring timely completion of financial statements.
- Disciplined and motivated accounting team to maximize performance.
- Facilitated cross-functional communication between departments to ensure seamless integration of accounting processes.
- Successfully managed multiple projects concurrently while maintaining strict deadlines and high-quality deliverables.
- Analyzed financial data to identify trends and inform strategic decision-making.
Accounting Assistant
Meiko America Inc.
Long Beach, CA
05.1989 - 10.1999
- Improved cash flow management by closely monitoring accounts receivable, ensuring prompt collection of outstanding balances.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely processing of invoices and payments.
- Reduced late payments by implementing more effective accounts payable system.
- Processed weekly payroll for over 100 employees, ensuring timely and accurate compensation.
- Streamlined invoice processing, reducing payment turnaround time with efficient data entry.
- Streamlined accounts receivable processes, improving cash flow with timely billing and collection efforts.
- Reconciled company bank, credit card and line of credit accounts, investigating, and resolving discrepancies to keep accounts audit-ready.
Education
Associate of Arts - Accounting
Cerritos College
Norwalk, CA09-1992
Bachelor of Science - Economics
University of Dacca
Dacca, Bangladesh06-1984
High School Diploma -
Faridpur Zilla School
Faridpur, Bangladesh07-1974
Skills
- Invoice processing
- Financial reconciliation
- Vendor management
- Data entry optimization
- Month-end closing
- Cash flow monitoring
- Accounts payable management
- Payroll processing
- Financial statement preparation
Languages
Bengali
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Accounting Assistant
Meiko America Inc.
05.2001 - Current
Accounting Supervisor
Meiko America Inc
11.1999 - 04.2001
Accounting Assistant
Meiko America Inc.
05.1989 - 10.1999
Associate of Arts - Accounting
Cerritos College
Bachelor of Science - Economics
University of Dacca
High School Diploma -
Faridpur Zilla School