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Ghassan Said Khanfar

West Chester,USA

Summary

An accomplished and certified financial manager with robust experience acquired over the years in delivering optimal results & business value in high-growth environments and establishing key relationships with business segments globally. Superior mathematical skills, leadership skills and experience, employee management, understanding of data privacy standards. Deep understanding of business principles and practices, superior attention to detail, expertise in organizational, planning, research, analytical, critical thinking, problem-solving and computer skills. Exceptional communication, presentation & interpersonal skills to grasp new concepts quickly.

Overview

40
40
years of professional experience

Work History

FRONT END TEAM LEAD

Walmart
05.2022 - 12.2024
  • Supervise Cashier.
  • Supervise Customer Services Desk.
  • Transfer and receive money for customers.
  • Load and unload money into customers’ credit cards.
  • Cash handling.
  • Monitored cash drawers in checkout stations to verify adequate cash supply

Seasonal Tax Preparer

Jackson Hewitt Tax Service
03.2022 - 04.2022
  • Seasonal tax preparer duties.

Stock Receiver

Lowe's
07.2020 - 03.2022
  • Stock and receive merchandise.
  • Customer service.
  • Loading, unloading merchandise using forklift.
  • Order picker.

Financial Manager

Al Matrook Holding Company
10.2015 - 09.2019
  • Prepared and interpreted reports, budgets, accounts, commentaries, and financial statements.
  • Reported to management and stakeholders and provided advice on how the company and future business decisions might be impacted.
  • Produced financial reports related to budgets, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and expenses.
  • Appraised operations to evaluate company and staff performance in meeting objectives and determine potential cost reduction, program improvement, and policy change.
  • Implemented policies, objectives, and activities of businesses to ensure continuing operations and maximized returns on investments while increasing productivity.
  • Maneuvered and coordinated the activities of businesses or departments.
  • Reviewed reports submitted by staff members to recommend approvals or suggest modifications.
  • Developed and planned management of the properties to control the fiscal maintenance cost variance.
  • Generated a plan for rent collection and followed up to receive the late rent from the tenants.
  • Key Achievements:
  • Designed the financial and accounting system.
  • Designed the property system for the property rent collection and maintenance of 42 properties. The holding company consisted of 12 apartments.
  • Appointed as the store manager in the paint factory.
  • Designed the store and production system for the factory to reduce and control the production cost.

Senior Accountant

Al Ahafad Holding Company
05.2006 - 01.2016
  • Researched and answered property managers’ questions regarding tenant statements.
  • Reviewed and approved work, such as tenant credit memos, non-recurring tenant billings and questionable cash receipts for entry by accounting clerks.
  • Prepared security deposit refund invoices and delivered to accounts payable department.
  • Prepared tenant account analysis and reconciliations when tenants disputed charges to their accounts.
  • Reviewed accounts payable voucher submissions for legal and repair and maintenance expenses.
  • Reviewed accounts receivable aging for delinquencies, cash applications and pre-paid rent applications.
  • Calculated and entered monthly contract item accruals such as janitorial, security and utility expenses to match expenses to period incurred and reviewed trial balance for reversing of same entries in next accounting period.
  • Calculated and entered rehab capitalization entry.
  • Prepared balance sheet tie-out to balance the general ledger and commercial management systems.
  • Prepared preview statements and distributed to field to ensure following month’s recurring charges and past due charges were accurate.
  • Calculated and recorded appropriate depreciation and amortization of fixed assets, tenant improvements, and leasing commissions.
  • Provided financial reports and interpreted financial information to managerial staff while recommending further courses of action.
  • Advised on investment activities and provided strategies that the company should take.
  • Maintained the financial health of the organization.
  • Developed trends and projections for the firm’s finances.
  • Conducted reviews and evaluations for cost-reduction opportunities.
  • Oversaw operations of the finance department, set goals and objectives, and designed a framework.
  • Managed the preparation of the company’s budget.
  • Liaised with auditors to ensure appropriate monitoring of company finances was maintained.

Financial Manager

Kuwait Pearls Catering
08.2012 - 10.2013
  • Monitored the day-to-day financial operations within the company, such as payroll, invoicing, and other transactions.
  • Oversaw the financial department including financial assistants and accountants.
  • Contracted outside services for auditing, banking, investments, and other financial needs.
  • Tracked the company's financial status and performance to identify areas for improvement.
  • Sought out methods to minimize financial risk.
  • Reviewed financial data and prepared monthly and annual reports.
  • Presented financial reports to executives and clients.
  • Established and maintained financial policies and procedures for the company.
  • Key Achievements:
  • Trained and mentored all the accountants in their work.
  • Designed a system to follow up on collections of tenders from the ministries and with the company suppliers’ payments as well as accurate stock receiving in order to reduce company cost.

Financial Manager

Massaleh Investment Company
08.2005 - 07.2012
  • Designed, organized and executed financial tasks and projects of the organization.
  • Made estimates of funds required for the short and long-term financial objectives of the organization.
  • Completed financial reports, led the month-end closing process, and conducted monthly financial forecast.
  • Developed and implemented plans for budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
  • Achieved a proper mix of equity and debt to minimize cost and maximize operational profit.
  • Strategized on fund procurement through banks and other financial institutions.
  • Prudently made investments on assets that maximized returns.
  • Developed reports on company financials for the capital market authority in compliance with related rules.
  • Reported on company’s quarterly and year-end financials to the central bank while arranging the general assembly meeting requirements for each fiscal year.
  • Provided financial insight and analysis to drive business performance.
  • Managed and monitored metrics, KPI tracking, and reports.
  • Evaluated the financial performance of the organization and measured return on investments.
  • Managed funds for offshore companies, including three offshore companies affiliated with Morgan Stanley, Merrill Lynch, and Goldman Sachs whose total assets totaled $200-300MM.

Internal Auditor

Massaleh Investment Company
05.2001 - 08.2005
  • Evaluated financial documents for accuracy and compliance with federal regulations.
  • Identified the financial risk of the organization and offered recommendations to reduce risk.
  • Identified process improvement of accounting and financial record-keeping.
  • Determined ways to cut costs and improve profitability.
  • Assessed the efficiency and productivity of internal staff and made recommendations for improvement.
  • Presented findings to upper management in the form of reports and presentations.
  • Implemented approved audit plans.
  • Evaluated the efficacy and efficiency of various systems, procedures, and controls applied while suggesting changes to safeguard the company’s assets and interests.

Assistant Credit Manager

Massaleh Investment Company
05.1999 - 04.2001
  • Reviewed, approved and declined large and complex loans prior to submission to loan committee while participating in several committees involved in company management.
  • Controlled and followed up on limits in excess or matured and past due credits with a view to ascertain accurate management of credit facilities.

Accountant

Massaleh Investment Company
03.1985 - 04.1999
  • Received, Reviewed, and Processed AP invoices in SAP.
  • Maintained AP invoices in an electronic filing system.
  • Maintained relationships with vendors and office staff.
  • Supported HQ with AP inquiries.
  • Processed and filed paperwork including copies sent to HQ.
  • Reviewed and Posted invoices processed by the AP Assistant.
  • Reviewed AP Invoices for errors and inconsistencies and worked with the vendor to resolve.
  • Compiled weekly payment selection for vendors paid by check.
  • Distributed remittances to vendors for weekly payments.
  • Worked with the accounting team on tasks as needed.
  • Monthly closing duties.
  • Other duties as needed.
  • Produced analytical reports of financial statements, handled payroll, employee leaves, and indemnities.
  • Posted various accounting records manually via usage of computer accountancy software packages.
  • Posted accounting entries which included, drafting trial balances, income statements, P+L statements and balance sheets.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce -

Hailey College of Commerce
Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan

Backer CPA Review Course -

Skills

  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Lotus
  • WinWord
  • Mainframe (Cobol Language)
  • Debase 111 Plus
  • Evaluation of Accounting Software Packages
  • Strategic & Operations Planning
  • Auditing
  • Internal Controls
  • Accounting & Reconciliations
  • Budget Preparation/Analysis
  • Cash Flow
  • Internal Audits
  • Financial Risk
  • Financial Analysis & Planning
  • Investments
  • Managerial Finance
  • Fixed Assets
  • Cost Control
  • IFRS
  • Negotiations
  • Forecasting
  • Payroll
  • Variance Analysis
  • Cash Management
  • General Ledger
  • Valuation
  • Financial Modeling
  • GAAP
  • Cash Flow Forecasting
  • Accounts Payable & Receivable
  • Property Management
  • Contract Negotiation & Management
  • Funding
  • Mergers
  • Accruals
  • Process Improvement
  • Cross Function Team Leadership
  • Problem Solving
  • Leadership
  • Analytical Skills
  • Client Relationship Management
  • Team Management

Training

  • IFRS, Ernst & Young, 06/01/06
  • IFRS & IAS, INTERNATIO, 05/01/05
  • Financial Modeling (Using MS Excel), INTERNATIO, 04/01/04
  • Trading of Option/Calls/Swap, 04/01/04
  • Internal Audit, INTERNATIO, 03/01/03
  • Companies Asset Analysis, KAFAS, 01/01/96
  • Money laundry Diploma, MM/DD/YY

Timeline

FRONT END TEAM LEAD

Walmart
05.2022 - 12.2024

Seasonal Tax Preparer

Jackson Hewitt Tax Service
03.2022 - 04.2022

Stock Receiver

Lowe's
07.2020 - 03.2022

Financial Manager

Al Matrook Holding Company
10.2015 - 09.2019

Financial Manager

Kuwait Pearls Catering
08.2012 - 10.2013

Senior Accountant

Al Ahafad Holding Company
05.2006 - 01.2016

Financial Manager

Massaleh Investment Company
08.2005 - 07.2012

Internal Auditor

Massaleh Investment Company
05.2001 - 08.2005

Assistant Credit Manager

Massaleh Investment Company
05.1999 - 04.2001

Accountant

Massaleh Investment Company
03.1985 - 04.1999

Bachelor of Commerce -

Hailey College of Commerce

Backer CPA Review Course -

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