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Hawo Farah

Brooklyn Center,MN

Summary

Experienced Compliance Technician adept at enforcing industry regulations, conducting audits, and implementing corrective measures. Proven problem-solving skills and in-depth knowledge of regulatory standards. Minimized risk and maintained organizational integrity in previous roles.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Compliance Technician

Sherman Associates
Minneapolis, MN
06.2014 - 02.2016
  • Monitored compliance with housing programs/policy in accordance with state, federal, and local laws
  • Engaged in interviewing residents and successfully completed annual recertification process
  • Assisted in real page problem solving
  • Served as a trainer, instructing staff on the use of computerized compliance administration
  • Supported manager in processing legal procedures, specifically focusing on compliance regulations and terminations
  • Conducted thorough resident file inspections to ensure compliance with all filling requirements
  • Effectively ensured compliance for a diverse range of properties

Branch Operations Manager

Wells Fargo Bank
Minneapolis, MN
10.2009 - 06.2014
  • Supervise teller services function to optimize transaction efficiency
  • Managed customer inquiries and resolved issues promptly, ensuring positive outcomes
  • Achieved compliance with audit and operational guidelines
  • Consistent focus on enhancing teller line efficiency
  • Maximized staff productivity by proactively scheduling, supervising, and training
  • Conducted annual employee performance evaluations

Tax Coordinator

East African Economic Development
Minneapolis, MN
01.2009 - 10.2010
  • Oversaw the process of preparing and reviewing federal and state tax returns for quality assurance.
  • Managed and guided volunteer staff in their duties
  • Ensured compliance with procedures safeguarding customer information confidentiality
  • Managed day-to-day activities at one or more seasonal tax sites

Preschool Lead Teacher

International Childcare Center
Minneapolis, MN
07.2007 - 10.2009
  • Worked with small and large groups of children in ages (3-5) year old
  • Planned individual or group activities to stimulate growth in language, social and motor skills
  • Used creative and practical skills to prepare an inspiring learning process.
  • Monitored children's development and identified those with possible learning difficulties, consulting other professionals where appropriate.
  • Communicate effectively with parents about their children’s development
  • Participate in, provide information to, and/or facilitate staff team meetings related to the center

Human Resource Office Assistant

Department of Human Resource University of Minnesota
Duluth, Minnesota
09.2005 - 02.2007
  • Reviewed procurement documents and invoices for accuracy
  • Updated and maintained spreadsheet for search committees
  • Evaluated various recruiting resources.
  • Maintained accurate records of workers compensation files
  • Proofread, edited documents and designed posters for special events
  • Represented Office of Equal Opportunity at annual college fair on campus
  • Assisted in payroll responsibilities.

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration -

University of Minnesota-Duluth
Duluth, Minnesota
05.2007

Wallin Scholarship -

05.2007

Gate Millennium Scholarship -

05.2007

Sill Scholarship -

05.2007

Academic Scholarship -

05.2005

Skills

  • Financial Management
  • Staff Training and Development
  • Compliance Monitoring
  • Leadership/communication skills
  • Exceptional customer service
  • Risk Management
  • Individual returns preparation
  • Teamwork and Collaboration

Timeline

Compliance Technician

Sherman Associates
06.2014 - 02.2016

Branch Operations Manager

Wells Fargo Bank
10.2009 - 06.2014

Tax Coordinator

East African Economic Development
01.2009 - 10.2010

Preschool Lead Teacher

International Childcare Center
07.2007 - 10.2009

Human Resource Office Assistant

Department of Human Resource University of Minnesota
09.2005 - 02.2007

Bachelor of Business Administration -

University of Minnesota-Duluth

Wallin Scholarship -

Gate Millennium Scholarship -

Sill Scholarship -

Academic Scholarship -

Hawo Farah