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Hiba Nassar

Miami,FL

Summary

Diligent auditor with Big 4 experience, skilled in financial statements analysis, technical accounting research and advisory, internal controls assessment and detailed analysis of business processes. Superior attention to detail and ability to perform complex financial analysis and reviews. Effective at identifying potential issues, proposing solutions and communicating complex matters to all levels of staff and management in a clear and concise manner. Able to work well independently or as a member of a professional team. Committed to ethics and continuous learning. Fluent in Arabic and English. Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook, Advance flow, Caseware.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Staff Auditor

Citrin Cooperman & Company LLP
Fort Lauderdale, FL
02.2024 - Current
  • Coordinated audit activities with other departments within the organization.
  • Analyzed data to ensure the accuracy of financial records.
  • Developed testing procedures to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting processes.
  • Verified compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and standards.
  • Assisted in developing audit plans and scopes for review engagements.
  • Investigated irregularities detected during the course of an engagement.
  • Provided guidance on accounting issues related to transactions under review.
  • Performed detailed accounting reconciliations.
  • Evaluated internal controls over information technology systems.
  • Conducted walkthroughs and risk assessments of internal control systems.
  • Prepared reports summarizing audit results for management review.
  • Performed substantive analytical tests to identify fraud risks.
  • Maintained updated knowledge of GAAP principles, regulatory changes, industry trends.
  • Conducted audits on internal controls and developed reports on findings.
  • Performed audits of operational and financial areas to check compliance.

Staff Auditor

Keefe McCullough & Co
Fort Lauderdale, FL
09.2022 - 02.2024
  • Diminished financial discrepancies and accurately reconciled accounts using detailed data analysis results.
  • Performed audits of operational and financial areas to check compliance.
  • Analyzed data to ensure accuracy of financial records.
  • Performed the Preliminary analytics related to risk assessment.
  • Conducted walkthroughs and risk assessments of internal control systems.
  • Performed detailed accounting reconciliations.
  • Performed substantive analytical tests to identify fraud risks.
  • Identified and assessed areas of significant business risk and internal control weaknesses.
  • Reviewed company financial statements for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
  • Conducted financial audits to ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
  • Maintained accurate accounts for cash, fixed assets and other transactions.
  • Gathered banking transactions via statements, recorded activity in Excel format and reconciled balances.
  • Performed audit for Pension Plans audit 401(K).
  • Performed audit for cities, non-profit organization and full profit organization.

Senior Accountant (Contract)

Marie Torossian CPA, PLLC
Miami, FL
10.2021 - 09.2022
  • Monitored cash flow, budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis.
  • Monitored accounts payable activity to ensure accuracy and timeliness of payment processing.
  • Maintained detailed records of account transactions, including invoices, payments, and journal entries.
  • Analyzed general ledger accounts for accuracy and completeness on a regular basis.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and standards of generally accepted accounting principles.
  • Designed internal control policies to improve audit scores.
  • Oversaw accounting operations and financial paperwork.
  • Help in some advisory services by planning and working in some business plans for certain client who wants to start a business.

Tax Coordinator

Calas Group
Miami, FL
10.2021 - 12.2021
  • Reviewed customer invoices for accuracy prior to submission for payment processing.
  • Researched changes in tax regulations and updated procedures accordingly.
  • Managed and controlled workflow for tax returns on projects.
  • Coordinate tax department tasks and projects.

Financial Service Specialist

World Financial Group Wfg
04.2021 - 09.2021
  • Advised clients on investments such as stocks, bonds, mutual funds, annuities, and insurance products.
  • Assisted with onboarding new customers by providing product knowledge training.
  • Supported internal audit functions by verifying accuracy of data entered into system databases.
  • Monitored the performance of client portfolios and made adjustments as needed.
  • Developed financial plans for high net worth individuals, including budgeting and debt management strategies.
  • Assisted clients with retirement planning decisions and portfolio reviews.

Consultant - Contract Work

Pomegranate
Miami, FL
01.2021 - 04.2021
  • Analyzed complex information from multiple sources to identify patterns or trends.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously ensuring timely completion within budget constraints.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
  • Tracked project schedules and encouraged teams to complete tasks on time while staying on budget.

Internal Auditor

Protiviti
Abu Dhabi , United Arab Emirate
05.2009 - 11.2009
  • Reviewed financial documents to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Performed analytical reviews on financial data to detect errors or discrepancies.
  • Evaluated existing accounting processes for efficiency, accuracy, and reliability.
  • Documented audit findings in formal reports presented to senior management team.
  • Researched new developments in auditing standards, regulations, and best practices.
  • Identified potential fraud risks and developed strategies to mitigate them.
  • Developed audit programs and internal control systems to identify areas of risk.
  • Assessed potential risks, evaluated controls and conducted compliance testing.

Staff Auditor

PricewaterhouseCoopers
Abu Dhabi , United Arab Emirates
08.2008 - 05.2009
  • Analyzed data to ensure accuracy of financial records.
  • Assisted in developing audit plans and scopes for review engagements.
  • Conducted walkthroughs and risk assessments of internal control systems.
  • Preformed fieldwork testing for financial statements including Cash , Account Payable, Account receivable, and other areas.

Consulting Intern

PricewaterhouseCoopers
Abu Dhabi , United Arab Emirate
04.2008 - 05.2009
  • Monitored competitor activities in order to stay ahead of the competition in terms of product offerings.
  • Researched industry trends, changes in regulations, and best practices for client projects.
  • Developed detailed spreadsheets to track customer data and performance metrics.
  • Drafted documents such as contracts, proposals, statements of work, and standard operating procedures.
  • Assisted with client onboarding process by creating user accounts and providing technical support.

SWAT analysis

  • Helped maintain applicant tracking systems and recruiting metrics.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Accounting

Lebanese American University
Beirut, Lebanon
08-2007

Skills

  • Risk Assessment
  • Accounts Payable
  • GAAP principles
  • Internal Audits
  • Accounting Principles
  • Data Analytics
  • Data reporting
  • Process evaluations
  • Internal Controls
  • Internal audit
  • Valuation analysis
  • Audit Planning
  • Balance sheets
  • Audit Coordination
  • Account Reconciliation
  • Compliance standards
  • Bookkeeping
  • Forecasting
  • GAAP proficiency
  • Ethical standards
  • Teamwork
  • SWAT Analysis

Certification

  • Health and Life Annuity License ( Including Variable Contracts) Agent 215

Timeline

Staff Auditor

Citrin Cooperman & Company LLP
02.2024 - Current

Staff Auditor

Keefe McCullough & Co
09.2022 - 02.2024

Senior Accountant (Contract)

Marie Torossian CPA, PLLC
10.2021 - 09.2022

Tax Coordinator

Calas Group
10.2021 - 12.2021

Financial Service Specialist

World Financial Group Wfg
04.2021 - 09.2021

Consultant - Contract Work

Pomegranate
01.2021 - 04.2021

Internal Auditor

Protiviti
05.2009 - 11.2009

Staff Auditor

PricewaterhouseCoopers
08.2008 - 05.2009

Consulting Intern

PricewaterhouseCoopers
04.2008 - 05.2009

Bachelor of Science - Business Accounting

Lebanese American University
  • Health and Life Annuity License ( Including Variable Contracts) Agent 215
Hiba Nassar