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Hawra Mohammed

Muscat,Oman

Summary

Conscientious Accountant with 5 years of experience within financial realms. Demonstrated success for full financial recording cycle using ERP accounting software with accuracy and precision. Proven history of top-level performance and integrity. Quick and eager learner with acute attention to detail and consistent track record of identifying process improvements to drive quality, accuracy and efficiency.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Accountant

Vodafone Oman
Muscat, Oman
10.2022 - Current
  • ERP SYSTEM

a. Take a proactive approach to reporting, system, and process improvements to enhance effectiveness and efficiency in the wider finance function. Ex. ERP system

  • Asset Management

a. Manage and Track all Asset acquisition and depreciation expenses transactions and update the Fixed Asset Register monthly.

b. Verify CAPEX invoices and maintain appropriate records of capital expenditures transactions along with capitalization of Asset.

  • Inventory Management

a. Handing the short-term asset account of inventory, whilst ensuring full recording procedures cycle

b. Filing and organizing all processed & paid invoices with all supporting documents

  • Closing and Reporting

a. Prepare accruals statement (contractual, prepayments, utilities, invoices with end user/on hand, and Open POs) as required for the monthly closing purpose on time.

b. Review, track and reconcile all bank transactions for Vodafone Oman.

c. Reconcile GL accounts and verify the accuracy of transactions within the main account.

  • Taxation

a. Preparing and Filing VAT and Withholding Tax returns.

b. Record and maintain accruals and payments which are liable to Withholding Tax and exempted from Zero or lower rate to DTAA if any.

  • Accounts Payable

a. Control petty cash payments, updating its related database and formulate a monthly closing summary.

b. Handle all financial payments through Online Banking or checks of Vodafone Oman Ex. Salaries, Invoices, Tax (VAT & Withholding tax) etc.

c. Ensure all invoices are received on time as per the contracts/agreements and payments made within payment terms.

d. Generate payments (wire transfers & cheques) based on approved invoices and in-line with authorized signatories. Filing and organizing all processed & paid invoices with all supporting documents

  • Others (FPA, Revenue, and SCM)

a. Assist the Financial Planning Analysis and Supply Chain Management teams on requirements related to accounts payable.

Finance Support

Vodafone Services LLC
Muscat, Oman
04.2020 - 09.2022
  • Working together with external accounting and tax services provider to ensure the proper documentation and archiving of accounting and tax documents
  • Managing the flow of travel and expenses process, forms and back-up documentation
  • Reviewing and renewing company policies and financial/tax compliance
  • Communicating with vendors and suppliers
  • Being the focal point of contact for employees on any finance related queries
  • Supporting the external audit process and interactions with tax authorities
  • Helping with any other financial and admin related processes
  • Preparing purchase orders (PO) and process invoices for payment
  • Reconciling bank Statements on monthly basis.

Tax Associate

PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC)
Muscat, Oman
09.2019 - 03.2020
  • Prepared liquidation documents for respective clients of the company.
  • Attended a conference call for consultation services
    provided by the company for an international client
  • Performed arrangement for a seminar presented by the
    company
  • Prepared multiple presentations and documents using
    Microsoft o|ce for material related to the tax department

Call Center Representative

University Office of Admissions
Lincoln, NE, USA
09.2018 - 05.2019
  • Handle an average 20-50 incoming phone calls per day by answering student questions regarding their applications and all other inquiries related to the admissions
  • Worked in multiple group and individual projects using excel, Talisma, and prospect content applications.

Sales Associate

University Book Store
Lincoln, NE, USA
08.2018 - 10.2018
  • Organize books and supplies by categorizing each book into alphabetical order of the author last name
  • Provide assistance to customers by recommending the optimal products to satisfy their needs.

International Welcome Team Leader

University of Nebraska Lincoln
Lincoln, NE, USA
08.2018 - 05.2019
  • Assist new international students and parents feel welcome to campus by leading groups to help make Lincoln feel like a second home
  • Answer questions in different languages by speaking Arabic, Hindi, and English to facilitate the conversation during the orientation.

Intern

Bank Dhofar
Muscat, Oman
07.2017 - 08.2017
  • Trained in an accounting and finance environment by learning about reconciliation, treasury, and budgets.

Desk Assistant

University Housing
Lincoln, NE, USA
01.2017 - 05.2018
  • Handle money transactions, accurately count down the cash drawer, and enter cash holdings in Excel
  • Communicate with residences and visitors by greeting, providing guidance, and ensure high quality of customer service experience.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Nebraska City, NE
05-2019

Skills

  • Full-Cycle Accounting
  • Tax Return Filing
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Cash Flow Analysis
  • Tax Preparation
  • Budget Analysis
  • Financial Analysis
  • Year-End Close
  • Financial Reporting
  • General Ledger Management
  • MS Office Suite
  • Account Reconciliation Expert
  • Financial Statement Preparation
  • Technical Skill in Business intelligence tool Ex Power Bi and Tableau
  • ERP System Esperance
  • CAPAX OPEX operation
  • Accounts Payable

Affiliations

  • Omani Student Association, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, USA, Member (January 2014-May 2019)

a. Showcase and share the Omani culture through events involving food and art to domestic students

b. Plan events including Omani Night and National Day by contributing ideas and discussing with others

c. Presented at Omani Night through acting with others on stage

  • Carry for the Future, Lincoln, NE, USA, Volunteer (November 2016 - May 2019)

a. Planned the logistics for a henna tattoo booth at the Nebraska Artist Carry the Future event

b. Interact with refugee families by translating from English to Arabic to make it easier for them

  • Food Bank of Lincoln, Lincoln, NE, USA, Volunteer (March 2016 - April 2017)

a. Prepared and served 400+ meals to help those in need while working with a team

Accomplishments

  • Certificate of Appreciation, Saudi Arabian Cultural Mission to the USA, Washington D.C, USA (September 2016)

a. Contributed at the Saudi national day event by doing Henna tattoo to represent the culture

  • Certificate of Appreciation Omani Student Association at the University of Nebraska-
    Lincoln, Lincoln, NE, USA (April 2017)

a. Received based on being an active participant in Omani Night and continuously volunteering

  • Employment Readiness Certificate, College of Business, University of Nebraska Lincoln (September - November 2018)

a. Attended an eight weeks intensive career preparation program

  • Medallion Program Certificate, College of Business, University of Nebraska Lincoln (September - November 2018)

a. Received a bronze level medallion by submitting works achieved in on areas such as, Career
Building, Global Citizenship, and Well-Being

  • Game Changer Award, Vodafone Oman (January 2023)

a. Received a game changer Award for the Automation project of Work Completion Certificate in Jira Portal

Certification

  • Certificate of Entrepreneurship and Business Coach, Transformation Academy, Feb 2021
  • Maliyat - Financial Literacy Program, Bank Muscat, Sep 2020
  • Financial Planning & Analysis: Building a Company's Budget, 365 Careers, March 2021
  • Certificate in Data Analysis & Reporting Using - Power Bi, May 2022

Languages

Arabic
Native/ Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Urdu
Limited

Recommendation

"It has been a pleasure working with Hawra at the early stages of building Vodafone Oman. Having joined us as a graduate and securing herself a permanent role she has been instrumental in helping us build and run the Finance function. Hawra has a very positive "get it done" attitude with a great attention to detail and quality. She is also a great role model of the Vodafone Spirit and valued team member. Wishing you every success for the future!" - Florian Bosch - (Chartered FCIPD), Senior HR Business Partner Technology Central Functions at Vodafone

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Accountant

Vodafone Oman
10.2022 - Current

Finance Support

Vodafone Services LLC
04.2020 - 09.2022

Tax Associate

PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC)
09.2019 - 03.2020

Call Center Representative

University Office of Admissions
09.2018 - 05.2019

Sales Associate

University Book Store
08.2018 - 10.2018

International Welcome Team Leader

University of Nebraska Lincoln
08.2018 - 05.2019

Intern

Bank Dhofar
07.2017 - 08.2017

Desk Assistant

University Housing
01.2017 - 05.2018

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

University of Nebraska-Lincoln
  • Certificate of Entrepreneurship and Business Coach, Transformation Academy, Feb 2021
  • Maliyat - Financial Literacy Program, Bank Muscat, Sep 2020
  • Financial Planning & Analysis: Building a Company's Budget, 365 Careers, March 2021
  • Certificate in Data Analysis & Reporting Using - Power Bi, May 2022
Hawra Mohammed