Karim Mohamed
Revere,MA
Summary
Accomplished General Accountant with a proven track record in enhancing financial accuracy and efficiency through expert reconciliation and software proficiency, including NetSuite and Sage Intacct. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills ,seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills,
Taking ownership in developing my expertise currently working on my CPA certification.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Accountant
Factorial Energy
06.2023 - Current
- Managed accounts payable and receivable functions, maintaining accurate records and timely payments to vendors while collecting outstanding invoices.
- Supported month-end closing process by variance analyses, and account reconciliations.
- Collaborated with external auditors during year-end audits, ensuring compliance with regulations and accurate financial reporting.
- Improved financial accuracy by conducting thorough account reconciliations and adjusting journal entries.
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
- Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.
- Contributed to the successful completion of numerous special projects involving complex accounting research assignments, ad hoc reporting requested or other non-routine duties as assigned.
- Streamlined accounting processes for increased efficiency in daily operations.
- Participate in the transition from manual accounting processes to an automated system, resulting in significant time savings for staff members involved in routine tasks.
Tax Associate
Intuit TurboTax
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Reviewed and analyzed client data and accurately prepared income tax returns and tax research.
- Maintained detailed records of client interactions and transactions, ensuring the highest level of accuracy and confidentiality.
- Prepared accurate tax returns for individuals, maximizing deductions and credits.
- Reviewed clients tax filing papers thoroughly to determine eligibility for additional tax credits or deductions.
- Completed and filed returns with tax departments at local, state, and federal levels.
- Participated in continuing education courses to maintain professional knowledge and certifications as a Tax Associate.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through consistent communication regarding their unique needs and goals related to taxation matters.
- Researched and analyzed specialized tax laws, rules and regulations and analyze pertinent client, industry, and technical matters to remain current on tax legislation.
Accounts Receivable and Cash Management Specialist
PR Management - Panera Bread
06.2021 - 06.2023
- Strengthened relationships with key clients by actively addressing inquiries and resolving concerns related to billing or payments.
- Assisted in month-end closing procedures, contributing to efficient financial management for the organization.
- Optimized cash application efficiency through regular reviews of unapplied cash reports and swift allocation of unidentified payments.
- Minimized losses from bad debts through proactive monitoring of high-risk accounts and decisive action on potential writeoffs.
- Maintained account accuracy by reviewing and reconciling checks monthly.
- Increased accuracy in reconciliations by diligently reviewing bank statements and resolving discrepancies promptly.
- Input financial data and produced reports using Sage Intacct.
- Created detailed expense reports to facilitate reimbursement for business expenses incurred.
- Inspected account books and recorded transactions.
- Safeguarded documents of accounts receivable and payments to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
Assistant Manager
PR Management - Panera Bread
10.2018 - 05.2021
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Helped with planning schedules and delegating assignments to meet coverage and service demands.
- Managed inventory levels to minimize stockouts while reducing overhead costs.
- Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service and responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
- Implemented staff training programs, enhancing product knowledge and improving customer service skills.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
Restaurant Shift Supervisor
Au Bon Pain
10.2017 - 09.2018
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Completed store opening and closing procedures and balanced tills.
- Managed cash handling procedures, maintaining accuracy in financial transactions and minimizing discrepancies in daily reconciliations.
- Responded to and resolved customer questions and concerns.
- Resolved customer complaints and issues and offered thoughtful solutions to maintain customer satisfaction.
- Monitored staff compliance with health codes, ensuring high standards of cleanliness throughout the facility consistently met or exceeded expectations.
- Resolved conflicts among team members diplomatically, promoting a harmonious work atmosphere conducive to collaboration.
- Reduced employee turnover rate by fostering a positive work environment and addressing staff concerns promptly.
- Helped store management meet standards of service and quality in daily operations.
Senior Accountant
Al-Kabaely For Food Industry
03.2013 - 04.2017
- Prepared monthly journal entries and reconciliations.
- Reconciled accounts and created documents for monthly closure procedures.
- Reviewed documents and accounts for discrepancies and resolved variances.
- Reconciled balance sheets and streamlined best practices for balance sheet processes.
- Assisted in internal and external audits by preparing necessary documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.
- Completed year-end closing processes with controllers and external auditors.
- Spearheaded a team of junior accountants, providing mentorship and guidance to improve efficiency and accuracy in their work.
- Reviewed business operations and obligations to help organization function at acceptable level.
- Assisted in upgrade and conversion of in-house financial systems.
- Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
Accountant
Al-Kabaely Co
11.2006 - 02.2013
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data.
- Documented cash, credit, fixed assets and accrued expenses.
- Completed daily cash functions like account tracking,cash, and banking reconciliations.
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
- Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Business Management
Alexandria University -
Alexandria - Egypt2006
Skills
- Bank Reconciliation
- Accounting Software Proficiency
- General Ledger Management
- Accounts Payable and Receivable
- ERP System Knowledge
- Administrative Support
- Document Recordkeeping
- Bookkeeping and Reconciliation
- Journal Entries
- NetSuite , Sage Intacct
- Billcom , Controlhub , Expensify
Certification
North-Shore Community College
- Course in Business Law
Intuit Certified Bookkeeping
- Bookkeeping Basics
- Assets in Accounting
- Liabilities and Equity in Accounting
- Financial Statement Analysis
Languages
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Tax Associate
Intuit TurboTax
01.2024 - 04.2024
General Accountant
Factorial Energy
06.2023 - Current
Accounts Receivable and Cash Management Specialist
PR Management - Panera Bread
06.2021 - 06.2023
Assistant Manager
PR Management - Panera Bread
10.2018 - 05.2021
Restaurant Shift Supervisor
Au Bon Pain
10.2017 - 09.2018
Senior Accountant
Al-Kabaely For Food Industry
03.2013 - 04.2017
Accountant
Al-Kabaely Co
11.2006 - 02.2013
Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Business Management
Alexandria University -
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