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Fartun Salim

Silver Spring,MD

Summary

Drive improvements to accounting operations to support organizational objectives and strategic growth. Well versed in keeping accounts updated and accounting professionals on-task to handle dynamic conditions. Excellent planning, leadership and decision-making abilities.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

AR Specialist

SemaConnect
Bowie , MD
03.2020 - 09.2024
  • Reviewed and reconciled accounts receivable records to ensure accuracy of customer invoices.
  • Maintained customer account information in the company's database, including current contact information and payment history.
  • Performed collections activities by phone, email, and mail for delinquent accounts.
  • Processed incoming checks, money orders, and other forms of payment received from customers.
  • Assisted with month-end close process by preparing journal entries related to Accounts Receivable activity.
  • Resolved billing issues raised by customers in a timely manner.
  • Tracked daily cash receipts from customers against their respective invoices for proper reconciliation purposes.
  • Processed new customer forms to set up accounts in system.
  • Applied cash receipts and performed daily bank deposits.
  • Reconciled customer accounts and resolved discrepancies.
  • Processed credit memos and adjustments according to company policy.
  • Prepared aging reports to identify past due accounts.
  • Handled bi-weekly payroll services for company employees.
  • Classified and summarized financial data to compile and enter in financial records.

Accounting Manager

AROS Consulting LLC
Silver Spring, Maryland
02.2020 - 04.2020
  • Analyzed financial data, identified trends, and developed strategies to improve profitability.
  • Evaluated internal control systems to ensure adherence to corporate policies and procedures.
  • Reviewed general ledger accounts for accuracy and compliance with GAAP.
  • Managed a team of accountants to ensure accuracy of all financial transactions.
  • Provided guidance on taxes such as income tax returns, sales tax returns.
  • Assisted in developing budgeting processes for improved forecasting accuracy.
  • Researched complex accounting issues and provided solutions to management team.

Accounts Payable Manager

National Institutes of Health
Bethesda, MD
02.2017 - 02.2020
  • Prepared weekly check runs for approval by management or executive staff members.
  • Created detailed reports on aging payables, vendor payments, cash disbursements.
  • Managed credit card programs including issuing cards and reconciling monthly statements.
  • Processed tax payments on a timely basis in compliance with applicable regulations.
  • Reviewed timesheets for accuracy and completeness prior to processing payroll.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Community Health Services

Montgomery College
Rockville, MD
05-2022

Skills

  • Microsoft Office expertise
  • Oracle Netsuite
  • Data Analysis
  • Bank Reconciliation
  • Bi-weekly payroll processing
  • Accounts receivable management
  • Invoice Processing
  • Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Software
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking
  • Swift
  • Deadline Management
  • Strong oral and written communication skills

Timeline

AR Specialist

SemaConnect
03.2020 - 09.2024

Accounting Manager

AROS Consulting LLC
02.2020 - 04.2020

Accounts Payable Manager

National Institutes of Health
02.2017 - 02.2020

Associate of Applied Science - Community Health Services

Montgomery College
Fartun Salim