Sara Hashim
Canton,MI
Summary
Highly motivated and goal-driven Financial Analyst skilled in collecting, monitoring and studying data to analyze financial status and recommend business strategy. Experienced in qualitative and quantitative analysis, contract management and forecasting. Tech-savvy in use of spreadsheets, accounting and financial management software. Professional work ethics, dedication, and knowledge give the ability to adapt to new tasks, skills, and responsibilities.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Financial Analyst
Plastipak Packaging Inc.
04.2023 - Current
- Perform month-end and quarter-end close processes efficiently by reconciling accounts and addressing discrepancies promptly
- Track and analyze current and past trends of KPIs, including revenue drivers, operating costs, and cash flow
- Assist the Financial Director by providing financial information to help make business decisions
- Utilize SAP and SAC applications to model data, update actual results, forecast trends, and budgets
- Analyze the financial data, OPEX and labor based on past, present, and expected operations to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement
- Worked with the IT team on packaging cost analysis to implement system that streamline data collection and process analysis resulting in cost savings and increased accuracy in reporting results
- Coordinate planning and forecasting activities, including quarterly, annual, and strategic forecasting processes
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize budgets, resulting in improved resource allocation
- Perform various ad-hoc analysis and reports as needed
- Oversee financial operations such as budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and analyzing financial data as a temporary Plant Controller
Accounts Payable Analyst
Plastipak Packaging Inc.
12.2022 - 04.2023
- Performed vendor payment reconciliation monthly and served as subject matter expert for various account payable functions such as utilities and P-Card payments
- Posted transactions in SAP software for accounting records and created general ledger
- Determined validity of invoices against actual materials ordered
- Reduced outstanding accounts payable balances by diligently following up on overdue invoices
- Resolved various internal and external inquiries concerning supplier’s account status
- Managed complex accounting projects and special assignments
- Assisted in creating training materials for new Accounts Payable Analysts, ensuring a smooth onboarding experience
- Reviewed vendor invoices and coordinated with suppliers when discrepancies appear
Mortgage Underwriter
United Wholesale Mortgage
07.2021 - 11.2022
- Expert in Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac guidelines and requirements, and guidelines of UWM
- Skilled with automated underwriting systems such as Desktop Underwriter and Loan Prospector
- Managed pipeline of more than 15 conventional residential mortgage loans while providing elite client service
- Evaluated debt ratio, loan-to-value ratio, credit score, and various other factors when making underwriting decisions
- Analyzed credit, income, compliance, title documents, and appraisals during the underwriting process
- Approved or denied loans based on established criteria and underwriting guidelines
- Applied knowledge and judgment to detailed loan analysis to offer effective underwriting alternatives to clients
- Monitored underwriting teams' performance and provided mentoring to achieve personal and department production goals
Bank Teller
Comerica Bank
08.2020 - 06.2021
- Managed high-volume transactions during peak hours while maintaining attention to detail, ensuring seamless customer experience
- Balanced cash drawers accurately at the end of each day, minimizing discrepancies in financial records
- Answered customer inquiries regarding account balances, transaction history, service charges, and interest rates
- Established trust with clients by maintaining confidentiality and protecting sensitive financial information
- Helped clients access their safe deposit boxes, cash boxes, and items in the bank vault as necessary
- Issued traveler's checks, cashier's checks, money orders, and other financial options
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration in Finance And Management
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI08.2021
Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management
Schoolcraft College
Livonia, MI08.2019
GED -
Plymouth High School
Plymouth, MI06.2017
Skills
- Analytical thinking and problem solving
- Budget Support
- Detail-oriented and capable of delivering high level of accuracy
- Expert in MS Office Suite
- Expert in Excel Power Query
- Financial software such as SAP, SAC, BPC
- Financial and operational reporting
- Financial Management and Forecasting
- Financial statement analysis
- Key Performance Indicators
- Knowledge of business structure
- Research and Data Analysis
- Variance Analysis
Certification
- Bloomberg Market Concepts
Languages
Urdu
Full Professional
Hindi
Limited Working
Timeline
Financial Analyst
Plastipak Packaging Inc.
04.2023 - Current
Accounts Payable Analyst
Plastipak Packaging Inc.
12.2022 - 04.2023
Mortgage Underwriter
United Wholesale Mortgage
07.2021 - 11.2022
Bank Teller
Comerica Bank
08.2020 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration in Finance And Management
Wayne State University
Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management
Schoolcraft College
GED -
Plymouth High School
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