Muhammad Sami
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Results-driven professional with expertise in leadership, customer service, and operational management. Skilled in team development, problem-solving, and data-driven decision-making.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Fianacial Area Manager
Amazon
Bakersfield, CA
05.2022 - Current
- Expertly manage a large team: Overseeing a team of 150 associates on a daily basis, demonstrating strong leadership and organizational skills in a high-pressure environment.
- Resource Management: Effectively manage resources, including staffing, equipment, and budget allocation, to meet demanding workload requirements and achieve top-notch results.
- Data-Driven Decision Making: Utilize data analytics to make informed decisions, streamline processes, and implement improvements, contributing to a continuous improvement culture.
- Maintained the central general ledger for various funds, ensuring accuracy and compliance with fund accounting standards.
Ensured the accuracy of records and transactions. - Analyzed and reviewed account balances related to direct expenditures, encumbrance, and allocated charges for fund programs.
- This included determining the transactions supporting each balance, assessing the reasonableness of balances, and verifying compliance with state and federal law.
- I represented the Group and Section as the accountant for the assigned funds.
- Reconciled records between the Amazon record and the banking book, making necessary corrections.
Financial Aid Peer Analyst
Cal Poly Pomona Office of Financial Aid
Pomona , CA
10.2020 - 05.2022
- Provide assistance to students, parents and campus community regarding all aspects of Financial Aid
including but not limited to grants, loans, scholarships and federal work-study on a case by case basis. - Remain current with constantly evolving financial aid regulations (federal, state, institutional) and emerging trends and best practices in delivering service excellence.
- Review Accounts Receivable transactions for accuracy, contractual compliance, and proper documentation. Assist with audit and entering invoices and receipts for Accounts Receivable transactions .
- Utilized various methods to reconcile account discrepancies. Work as a team member and independently on different kind of special projects. Using Microsoft Office applications, Outlook, and various applications.
- Prepared source data for computer entry; compiled, sorted, and prioritized data.
- Designed and developed training programs and materials, both for new employees and existing ones.
- Facilitating problem solving with students and parents regarding their financial aid application, verification, and general questions about aid eligibility along with confidential records maintenance.
Accounting Officer
Fairfield Inn & Suites
West Covina, CA
02.2019 - 09.2020
- Responsible for performing accounting functions of average difficulty and providing financial services in the General Ledger.
- I have correctly recorded the reconciliation, and reporting of accounting information and appropriations while maintaining the proper internal controls.
- Worked closely with the business analysis team to analyze and document business requirements, processes, and workflows.
Environment: Microsoft 365 Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Adobe products, Microsoft Power Apps, Microsoft SharePoint, CA FI$CAL, Microsoft Visio, Lucidchart, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Team Foundation Server. - I have maintained accurate and up-to-date financial records, including general ledgers, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and fixed asset registers.
- Facilitated clear and effective communication by translating business requirements and objectives into technical language and vice versa.
- Provide attentive courteous and efficient service to all guests prior to arrival and throughout their stay while maximizing room revenue and occupancy.
- Answer multi-line phone system, respond to inquiries and transfer calls to correct departments and personnel.
- Maintain financial accuracy by collecting deposits, fees, and payments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - B.S. Business Administration With Human Resources
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Pomona, CA05-2023
Skills
- Leadership & Team Management
- Strategic Planning & Operational Efficiency
- Customer Service & Problem Solving
- Financial Accuracy & Account Reconciliation
- Data Analysis & Decision-Making
- Training & Employee Development
- Hospitality Operations & Guest Relations
- Financial Aid Knowledge & Advising
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office & Operational Tools
- Strong Communication & Time Management
Timeline
Fianacial Area Manager
Amazon
05.2022 - Current
Financial Aid Peer Analyst
Cal Poly Pomona Office of Financial Aid
10.2020 - 05.2022
Accounting Officer
Fairfield Inn & Suites
02.2019 - 09.2020
Bachelor of Science - B.S. Business Administration With Human Resources
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona