Hamza Mohamed
Seattle
Summary
Detail-oriented and results-driven accountant with over a decade of experience in financial analysis, reporting and strategic planning. Proven track record of
optimizing financial processes, ensuring compliance and driving cost efficiencies. Adept at managing complex accounting systems and leading teams to achieve organizational goals. Skilled in leveraging financial data to support decision-making
and improve profitability.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounting Tech III
City of Seattle/ SPU
Seattle
01.2023 - 04.2024
- Review and correct combined utility account meter reading and billing exceptions using an online billing system
- Review customer usage history; calculate water, wastewater, and solid waste charges
- Process adjustments to previous consumption and charges
- Research account/property history using computer records
- Request meter test, replacement, or repair
- Prorate charges over season and global rate changes
- Prepare invoice billings
- Daily payment posting Perform month-end activities
- Review and monitor aging report
- Audit and reconcile assigned accounts in the general ledger
- Prepare journals for financial transactions
- Work collaboratively with cross-division/branch staffs to provide billing information and improve processes
- Document and revise procedures Prepare write off and collection activities
- Assist other related duties as assigned.Fostered cross-divisional partnerships to optimize billing information flow and refine processes, resulting in improved operational efficiency
- Meticulously audited and reconciled assigned accounts, prepared precise financial journals, and conducted thorough month-end activities
- Spearheaded write-off and collection activities, effectively managing aging reports to minimize outstanding balances and improve cash flow
- Streamlined utility billing processes, enhancing accuracy and efficiency in meter reading, account adjustments, and financial reconciliation
- Optimized cross-divisional collaboration, refining billing information flow and operational procedures for improved overall efficiency
- Implemented strategic write-off and collection initiatives, effectively managing aging reports to boost cash flow and reduce outstanding balances.
Accounting Technician II- Accounts Receivable
City of Seattle/SDCI
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Streamlined accounts receivable processes, enhancing efficiency in managing aging reports, unapplied payments, and collections activities across multiple systems
- Fostered interdepartmental communication, liaising with SDCI and other units to resolve complex billing issues and ensure accurate account management
- Meticulously monitored statutes of limitations, maintained precise records, and generated timely reports for legal settlements and payoff requests
- Provided responsive customer service, addressing inquiries about delinquent accounts and facilitating resolution of billing discrepancies
- Optimized account management by promptly processing peer invoices, updating billing information, and generating credit memos to rectify billing errors
- Streamlined accounts receivable processes, enhancing efficiency in managing aging reports and collections across systems for improved financial tracking.
Staff Accountant III
Wyndham worldwide
01.2016 - 11.2021
- Review Resort Financial statements
- Work with Resort Manager and/or Accounting management team to solve any discrepancy or errors as necessary
- Complete monthly variance reports, discussing all financial statement lines with material variances from budget
- Work closely with resorts to create annual budget
- Work directly with operational leaders as it relates to forecasting and P&L reviews
- Identify accounting and internal control issues within the assigned business units directly and indirectly related to their forecast, develop action plans for resolution, communicate findings and assist in the action plans for resolution
- Participate in operations and planning meetings as requested or assigned
- Reconcile or Approve balance sheet accounts, as assigned, for all WorldMark, Canada, Club UDI, WRDC and HOA entities
- Prepare reconciliation work papers for monthly review and audit
- Complete the monthly general ledger close process to stay within the stated timelines
- Ad Hoc Reporting and Analysis required by management
- Develop process flows, identify process constraints and implement improvements to the Department.Spearheaded financial statement preparation, ensuring accuracy through meticulous journal entries and accruals, driving informed decision-making for resort operations
- Managed balance sheet reconciliations for multiple entities, preparing comprehensive work papers for monthly reviews and audits within strict timelines
- Developed process flows and implemented improvements, streamlining departmental operations and enhancing overall efficiency
- Conducted in-depth variance analysis, collaborating with management to address discrepancies and optimize financial performance across resort portfolios.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Business Management
QUEENS COLLEGE, CITY UNIVERSITY
07.2004
Skills
- Quickly to changing priorities
- Strong analytical, planning, and organizational skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral
& written)
- Proficient in SAP, PeopleSoft Microsoft Office: Excel,
Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook Ability to apply independent judgment, discretion and initiative to address problems and develop solutions Successfully collaborate with team members using analytical and project tracking skills
Timeline
Accounting Tech III
City of Seattle/ SPU
01.2023 - 04.2024
Accounting Technician II- Accounts Receivable
City of Seattle/SDCI
08.2022 - 12.2022
Staff Accountant III
Wyndham worldwide
01.2016 - 11.2021
Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Business Management
QUEENS COLLEGE, CITY UNIVERSITY
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