Open To Work
Karim Hassan
Somerset,NJ
Summary
Dynamic Accounting Manager with extensive experience at Madison Square Garden Co, leveraging financial analysis and process management to drive strategic improvements. Proven track record in optimizing accounting operations and mentoring teams, utilizing advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and analytical problem-solving to enhance financial accuracy and efficiency.
Overview
1
1
Certification
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounting Manager
Madison Square Garden Co
New York, New York
07.2024 - Current
- Analyzed financial data to identify trends supporting strategic decision-making.
- Recommended improvements to accounting systems based on identified areas for enhancement.
- Collaborated with finance and accounting teams to deliver comprehensive financial insights for management.
- Implemented cost-saving measures, optimizing accounting operations across the organization.
- Provided actionable recommendations that improved strategic direction and daily accounting functions.
- Developed an efficient process for reconciling and recording revenue from various ticket sales sources.
- Mentored junior staff on accounting procedures to enhance team competencies.
Senior Staff Accountant
Madison Square Garden Co
New York, New York
07.2023 - 07.2024
- Managed and prepared journal entries and reconciliations to support monthly general ledger closing activities.
- Completed month-end and year-end close procedures and reconciled bank accounts.
- Prepared and maintained accurate intercompany accounts, including reconciliations.
- Created and updated documentation for intercompany agreements and transactions, ensuring compliance and clarity.
- Evaluated processes to identify inefficiencies and implemented targeted improvements.
- Collected banking transactions from statements, recorded activity in Excel, and reconciled discrepancies.
Staff Accountant
Madison Square Garden Co
New York, New York
10.2021 - 07.2023
- Executed monthly reconciliations for bank accounts, credit cards, and other balance sheet accounts.
- Reviewed expense reports to identify discrepancies, recommending corrective actions that enhanced financial accuracy.
- Prepared accurate journal entries for transactions and adjustments.
- Assisted in various special projects to support team goals.
Associate Accounts Payable
Madison Square Garden Co
New York, NY
12.2018 - 10.2021
- Entered invoices into Oracle and Coupa systems for payment, ensuring accurate disbursement recording.
- Audited and approved employee Concur expense reports for compliance with T&E and procurement policies.
- Audited A/P payment registers against processed invoices, maintaining accurate digital filing of paid invoices.
- Reconciled monthly Concur subsystem transfers to Oracle A/P and daily Eatec subsystem transfers, ensuring data integrity.
- Served as primary point of contact for vendor inquiries, ensuring timely resolution of issues.
- Trained employees on Concur usage and acted as authorized contact for ticket resolution.
- Assisted program administrator with corporate card program, addressing employee inquiries on credit limits and transactions.
- Provided payroll with imputed income reports on a bi-weekly basis.
Junior Financial Analyst
New York University Langone Medical Center
New York, NY
03.2018 - 12.2018
- Reviewed capital expenses and real estate costs to identify large repeat items and create plans to automate into various categories
- Reconciled accruals from Asset Management and General Ledger
- Evaluated asset values for potential retirement or reinstatement; collaborated with MCIT to establish automated retirement for assets with zero value
- Consolidate project expenses within accounting to more generalized and standardized General Ledger items
- Supported Asset Management team with project adjustments and transfers to ensure accurate business unit allocation
- Collaborated with other Finance Operations team members, reconciling ledger entries to asset management to ensure all transactions were accounted
- Generated reports and balanced asset management costs to align with general ledger expenses monthly
- Created 'how to' (Job aids) documentation to assist colleagues in cross-training
Global Finance Fellow
Bloomberg L.P.
New York, NY
09.2017 - 12.2017
- Validating local bookkeeping monthly/YTD financial activity to roll forward
- Providing data entry support by reviewing supporting schedules and invoices
- Supported fixed assets team by preparing footnotes for consolidated depreciation expense
- Assisted with cash applications internal control process to enhance accuracy
- Reviewed asset values to assess potential retirement or reversal
- Created guide of SAP solution transaction codes for departmental use
- Prepare weekly reports for presentations to management
General Manager/Customer Relationship Manager
MetroPCS Authorized Dealer
Brooklyn, NY
01.2013 - 02.2017
- Cultivated client relationships and provided exceptional service through direct salesmanship and assistance
- Implemented new customer service processes that increased store productivity and sales
- Supervised 2-3 team members (sales associates) and met branch goals.
- Facilitated weekly sales meetings to discuss performance and strategies
- Implemented loss prevention by monitoring and managing inventory
- Designed and set up merchandise displays
- Identified hiring needs; developed position descriptions, recruitment plans, and on-the-job training.
Group Leader
HeartShare One World After-School Program
09.2010 - 12.2012
- Led mentorship initiatives for children, fostering individual growth and group dynamics
- Delegated responsibilities to volunteer staff members while providing mentorship to support their development
- Created and executed educational and recreational activities to advance the skill sets of the students
- Enhanced communication and leadership skills through collaboration with co-workers and clients
- Provided a safe and nurturing environment for 20-30 students, with ages ranging from 6 to 10
Education
Bachelor of Science - Public Accounting
Brooklyn College
Brooklyn12-2017
Skills
- Microsoft Excel
- Power Query and BI Publisher
- Data reporting tools
- Accounting regulations knowledge
- Financial analysis insights
- Budgeting proficiency
- Financial forecasting methods
- Auditing procedures understanding
- Data management expertise
- Financial analysis insights
- Analytical skills
- Problem-solving techniques
- Process management strategies
- Research capabilities
- Interpretive abilities
- SAP applications
- Coupa
- Oracle EBS
- PeopleSoft solutions
Languages
Arabic
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Limited
Certification
- Oracle Payables Management Fundamentals
- Excel 2016/2019 - Data Analysis with Power Pivot
Timeline
Accounting Manager
Madison Square Garden Co
07.2024 - Current
Senior Staff Accountant
Madison Square Garden Co
07.2023 - 07.2024
Staff Accountant
Madison Square Garden Co
10.2021 - 07.2023
Associate Accounts Payable
Madison Square Garden Co
12.2018 - 10.2021
Junior Financial Analyst
New York University Langone Medical Center
03.2018 - 12.2018
Global Finance Fellow
Bloomberg L.P.
09.2017 - 12.2017
General Manager/Customer Relationship Manager
MetroPCS Authorized Dealer
01.2013 - 02.2017
Group Leader
HeartShare One World After-School Program
09.2010 - 12.2012
Bachelor of Science - Public Accounting
Brooklyn College