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KATHRYN AHMED

Chicago,United States

Summary

Proactive Director of Administration with strong background in financial analysis budgeting and forecasting. Develops and implements financial plans and delivers strategic financial advice. Experienced nonprofit professional.


Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Administration

Reilly Partners, Inc.
02.2023 - Current
  • Implemented vendor management strategies, effectively communicating with vendors to resolve inquiries and manage purchasing, invoicing, and payment processes.
  • Tracked and submitted client invoices, verifying billing schedules and maintaining accurate deferred and accrued revenue accounts to support healthy collection cycle.
  • Coordinated with external financial team members, including bankers, 401k management, and external counsel, to prepare necessary financial records and documents for lender reporting and compliance purposes.
  • Managed day-to-day accounting operations, reconciling bank accounts and reviewing all checks and deposits to maintain accurate financial records.
  • Prepared financial documents, including business reports and statements, to provide insights into company's financial state and inform strategic decision-making
  • Coordinated expense tracking and staff reimbursements, maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements and fostering financial transparency.
  • Facilitated benefits administration, addressing employee inquiries and ensuring comprehensive coverage.
  • Conducted annual staff trainings to uphold state and property management company standards, enhancing team competency and operational efficiency.

Director of Operations

Chicago Council On Science And Technology
10.2017 - 02.2023
  • Managed and processed high volume of invoices on monthly basis, ensuring accuracy and compliance with 3-way match of purchase orders, receipts, and invoices.
  • Oversaw accounts payable functions, including invoice coding, documentation, and reconciliation, to maintain accurate financial records and support efficient payment processes.
  • Coordinated with vendors to address payment inquiries and resolve billing issues in timely and accurate manner, fostering positive vendor relationships.
  • Assisted with month-end close procedures, ensuring invoices were accurately recorded and accounted for in financial reports and statements.
  • Prepared and submitted financial documents, including business reports and forecasts, to provide insights into company's financial state and inform decision-making.
  • Managed day-to-day accounting operations, reviewing all checks and deposits to maintain accurate financial records.
  • Answered accounting and financial inquiries by researching and interpreting data, providing timely and accurate responses to internal and external stakeholders.
  • Collaborated with internal and external financial team members, including bankers, audit team and external counsel, to prepare necessary financial records and documents for reporting and compliance purposes.
  • Served on board committees as needed

Education

Master of Arts - Psychology

Northern Illinois University
05.2014

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Georgia Southern University
05.2012

Skills

  • QuickBooks
  • Grant Management
  • Strategic Planning
  • Multi Year Project Management
  • Budget Management
  • Account Reconciliation
  • Non Profit Audit Experience
  • Financial Reporting
  • Board Committee Experience
  • Contract Management
  • Process improvement

Timeline

Director of Administration

Reilly Partners, Inc.
02.2023 - Current

Director of Operations

Chicago Council On Science And Technology
10.2017 - 02.2023

Master of Arts - Psychology

Northern Illinois University

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Georgia Southern University

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