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Saad Alsorihi

Saad Alsorihi

Berkeley,CA

Summary

Experienced Accountant with Comprehensive Knowledge of Accounting Principles. Accounting and Bookkeeping Professional with more than 15 years of experience in finance industry. Skilled manager with ability to direct workflows and ensure accuracy and efficiency. Comprehensive knowledge of accounting principles and ability to create accounting systems. Exceptional attention to detail. Solid business acumen and aptitude for numbers. Extensive experience performing accounting computations, producing reports, and maintaining records manually. Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills. Accustomed to managing multiple deadline-driven priorities. Committed to delivering excellent customer service. Bilingual: English and Arabic

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Controller/Financial Manager

Ministry of Energy—Branch of Dhamar
  • Managed finance and accounting affairs for Dhamar Branch, including budget management, P&L oversight, stock/inventory record maintenance, and depreciation of assets. Managed a team of 45 accountants, each with a separate book of accounting and 23 meter readers. Indirectly managed 7-8 cash offices/payment stations. Prepared daily balance statements and weekly reports, as well as monthly and annual statements. Processed payroll for employees in four cities. Approved operational budgets for satellite offices.
  • 7 Years

Assistant Manager—Officer Signature B

Saudi French Bank—Regional Management, Western Provinces
  • Managed work of various departments, including letter of credit, tellers, customer service, transfers, and foreign exchange. Approved and verified deposits and withdrawals. Monitored cash flows. Prepared deposits to central bank. Audited accounts and created balance sheets. Handled currency exchanges. Prepared certified checks. Executed local and international transfers.
  • 4 Years

Accountant

Abdu Ahmad Showlag Est.
  • Company Overview: Foreign Exchange Company
  • Audited and balanced the books for all accounts at the branch. Maintained general ledger for central bank. Processed accounts payable. Recorded transactions in book of general customer accounts. Created daily balance sheets, as well as weekly, monthly, and yearly balance sheets. Provided exceptional customer service and assistance with foreign currency accounts. Audited cash flows. Created deposit slips for central bank.
  • 4 Years

Security Officer

C&C Security and Patrolling Co.
05.2024 - Current

Work @501 Parnassus Ave . Project for new hospital for UCSF patrolling the site every hour make sure the site is save and secured watch for every unusual activity check for dress required to constructions sites the job site is 24/7 work.

Security Officer

Waken Hot Security Co.
05.2019 - 06.2024
  • Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
  • Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
  • Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
  • Provided excellent customer service while addressing visitor inquiries or concerns related to facility safety or access control procedures.
  • Prevented unauthorized access to facilities by enforcing strict entry protocols and verifying identification.
  • Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
  • Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
  • Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
  • Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
  • Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks, and visitors.
  • Improved overall security by conducting regular patrols and monitoring surveillance systems.

Taxi Driver

Yellow Cab Cooperative
06.2005 - 08.2019
  • Checked oil, fuel and other fluid levels to keep vehicles in good working condition and avoid breakdowns.
  • Navigated difficult driving conditions safely, prioritizing passenger well-being at all times.
  • Picked up and transported passengers to destinations by following fast and safe routes to provide good customer service.
  • Increased customer loyalty with excellent communication skills and a professional demeanor.
  • Maintained a clean, comfortable vehicle to enhance the overall passenger experience.
  • Drove safely and obeyed traffic laws to avoid accidents and injuries.
  • Ensured timely arrivals for clients by utilizing GPS technology and knowledge of local traffic patterns.
  • Assisted elderly or disabled passengers with entering or exiting the vehicle when necessary while displaying empathy.
  • Upheld high standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and service.
  • Maximized passenger satisfaction by keeping vehicles in safe and clean operating condition.
  • Developed strong relationships with repeat clientele through consistent quality service.
  • Adhered to all state regulations regarding licensing, insurance, and maintenance requirements for taxi drivers.
  • Maintained log of daily trips to keep accurate records of fares and destinations.
  • Improved passenger satisfaction by providing friendly and efficient service during taxi rides.
  • Increased job efficiency through effective time management skills that allowed for prompt pick-ups even during peak hours.
  • Provided accurate fare quotes and collected payments efficiently, ensuring smooth transactions for customers.
  • Assisted passengers with loading and unloading luggage, demonstrating excellent customer service skills.
  • Waited for passengers at designated high-volume locations such as airports and popular nightlife spots.
  • Utilized advanced navigation tools to find best routes, reducing travel time.

Taxi Driver

Desoto Taxi Co
04.1996 - 04.2004

Working As Public Vehicle Operator. In San Francisco.

  • Communicated with passengers to answer questions about areas and services and provide comfortable traveling experiences.
  • Utilized advanced navigation tools to find best routes, reducing travel time.
  • Enhanced communication skills through daily interaction with people from diverse backgrounds.
  • Assisted passengers with loading and unloading luggage, demonstrating excellent customer service skills.
  • Strengthened company reputation with consistent positive feedback from passengers.
  • Provided accurate fare quotes and collected payments efficiently, ensuring smooth transactions for customers.
  • Used mobile application to connect with customers, track distances and report locations.
  • Kept accurate records of travel logs and expenses, ensuring transparency and accountability.
  • Adapted quickly to changing road conditions and rerouted to maintain schedule.
  • Contributed to team meetings with suggestions for service improvements.
  • Stayed up-to-date on local events and attractions to provide knowledgeable recommendations for tourists or new residents.

Education

Majored in Accounting

University of Sana: College of Business
01.1985

Skills

  • GAAP, bookkeeping
  • Financial statements
  • Invoicing, collections
  • General ledger—A/P and A/R
  • Cash flow statements
  • Budget preparation/P&Ls
  • Payroll administration
  • Account reconciliation
  • Income statements

LNGG

Bilingual: English and Arabic

SELECTED CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

  • Increased revenues for banks through cultural sensitivity and building trusting relations with Saudi people, who were hesitant to work with banks for religious reasons.
  • Solid record of career advancement. Promoted from entry-level positions to management roles, including a position as a Bank Officer (Signature B).
  • Experience managing more than 70 members of an accounting team.

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

  • DeSoto Company—San Francisco, CA 1996 – Present
  • California Academy of Science—San Francisco, CA 1996
  • Galbreath Corporation—Oakland, CA 1994 – 1996
  • Maintenance Worker for Federal Building
  • Hotel & Restaurants Union, Local 2—San Francisco, CA 1993 – 1994
  • Pacific Bay Inn—San Francisco, CA 1991 – 1993

COMPLETE CAREER CHRONOLOGY

  • DeSoto Company 1996 – Present
  • California Academy of Science 1996
  • Galbreath Corporation 1994 – 1996
  • Hotel & Restaurant Union, Local 2 1993 – 1994
  • Convenience Store 1991 – 1993
  • Ministry of Energy—Dhamar Branch 1985 – 1991
  • Saudi French Bank 1981 – 1984
  • Abdu Ahmad Showlag Est. 1979 – 1984

Timeline

Security Officer

C&C Security and Patrolling Co.
05.2024 - Current

Security Officer

Waken Hot Security Co.
05.2019 - 06.2024

Taxi Driver

Yellow Cab Cooperative
06.2005 - 08.2019

Taxi Driver

Desoto Taxi Co
04.1996 - 04.2004

Majored in Accounting

University of Sana: College of Business

Controller/Financial Manager

Ministry of Energy—Branch of Dhamar

Assistant Manager—Officer Signature B

Saudi French Bank—Regional Management, Western Provinces

Accountant

Abdu Ahmad Showlag Est.

Work Type

Full TimePart Time

Important To Me

Company CultureCareer advancementTeam Building / Company RetreatsPaid sick leave401k match