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Parissa Mirghaffari
Finance Associate
Tehran,Iran
Summary
Experienced finance professional with extensive expertise in managing budgets, ensuring financial compliance, and optimizing resources across various international organizations. Proven track record in financial analysis, reporting, ERP system management, and internal controls, with effective collaboration skills. Committed to accuracy, compliance, and driving organizational growth.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages
Work History
Finance Associate
United Nations Development Program (UNDP)
Tehran, Iran
03.2009 - Current
- Created and verified invoices.
- Resolved various escalated billing charges.
- Applied best practices to align accounting processes with current laws and regulations.
- Oversaw accounts payable and receivable transactions.
- Assisted in the successful completion of annual audits, addressing auditor inquiries and providing supporting documentation.
- Enhanced financial accuracy by streamlining the monthly close process and reconciling account discrepancies.
- Evaluated office processes, making suggestions to improve efficiency.
- Prepared accurate financial statements for management review, ensuring timely decisionmaking.
- Improved interdepartmental communication by establishing clear lines of responsibility within the finance department.
- Reduced reporting errors by implementing internal controls and standardizing financial procedures.
- Streamlined expense reporting processes, increasing transparency and reducing processing timeframes.
- Conducted ad hoc financial analyses to support strategic initiatives and assess investment opportunities.
- Provided support in budget preparation and contract development.
- Organized and reported on financial information to document payment histories and assist with sound financial accounting.
- Assisted with preparation of monthly financial statements and reports to inform management.
- Organized budget documentation and tracked expenses to maintain tight business controls.
- Analyzed financial trends and provided detailed financial reports to management.
- Tracked budget forecasts and monitored budget performance.
- Generated financial projections and forecasts for short- and long-term.
Finance Associate
United Nations Volunteer (UNV) Headquarters Bonn
Bonn, Germany
07.2023 - 12.2023
- Prepared accurate financial statements for management review, ensuring timely decisionmaking.
- Interpreted complex data to assist in budget planning and operational strategy.
- Provided support in budget preparation and contract development.
- Input financial data and produced reports using Qunatum.
- Assisted with preparation of monthly financial statements and reports to inform management.
- Developed and maintained database of financial records for clients.
- Generated reports for budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis to track results against target profit margins.
Personnel and Travel Accountant
Nokia International
Tehran, Iran
08.2007 - 07.2008
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
Invoicing Accountant
Weatherford International Oilfield Services
Tehran, Iran
10.2005 - 07.2007
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
Payable Accountant
Schlumberger International Oilfield Company
Tehran, Iran
09.2003 - 09.2005
- Addressed discrepancies in vendor statements promptly, ensuring that all outstanding issues were resolved in a timely manner.
- Collaborated with procurement team to optimize purchasing processes, resulting in cost savings and increased efficiency.
- Safeguarded company resources by thoroughly reviewing expense reports for compliance with policies and guidelines.
- Ensured accurate financial reporting by maintaining up-to-date accounts payable ledgers and schedules.
- Maintained strong relationships with vendors through open communication, prompt issue resolution, and reliable payment practices.
- Streamlined invoice approval process, reducing time spent on manual tasks while maintaining strict internal controls.
- Reduced late payment penalties by diligently monitoring due dates and prioritizing vendor payments.
Project Administrative and Finance Assistant
Project Of United Nations Funds In Population
Tehran, Iran
06.2000 - 09.2003
- Supported the finance team by processing invoices and expense claims promptly and accurately.
- Entered financial data into company accounting system with stringent adherence to data security protocols
- Maintained accurate records of financial transactions in alignment with regulatory requirements.
- Organized budget documentation and tracked expenses to maintain tight business controls.
- Observed strict confidentiality rules to maintain data integrity and protect clients.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting
Islamic Azad University
Tehran, Iran 04.2001 -
Skills
Auditing skills
Financial record keeping
Monthly Reporting
Microsoft Excel expertise
Accounts receivable management
Financial statement analysis
Variance Analysis
Cash Flow Management
ERP systems proficiency
Internal Controls
Audit preparation
Account Analysis
Financial Reporting
Cash Management
Financial Forecasting
Financial Analysis
Administrative Support
Time management abilities
Software
Excel
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Interests
Budget Management
Financial Reporting
Timeline
Finance Associate
United Nations Volunteer (UNV) Headquarters Bonn
07.2023 - 12.2023
Finance Associate
United Nations Development Program (UNDP)
03.2009 - Current
Personnel and Travel Accountant
Nokia International
08.2007 - 07.2008
Invoicing Accountant
Weatherford International Oilfield Services
10.2005 - 07.2007
Payable Accountant
Schlumberger International Oilfield Company
09.2003 - 09.2005
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting
Islamic Azad University
04.2001 -
Project Administrative and Finance Assistant
Project Of United Nations Funds In Population
06.2000 - 09.2003