Sofia Fatima
Summary
Motivated Accounting Student with a solid foundation in financial accounting and data analysis. Experienced in applying analytical principles in academic and internship settings, managing multiple responsibilities effectively. Possesses strong quantitative skills and attention to detail, with a focus on accuracy under pressure. Aspiring CPA aiming for a career in audit, financial reporting, or mission-driven investment organizations.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Front Desk
Chicago Neighborhood Fitness Center
09.2025 - Current
- Coordinated member check-ins and facility access, improving customer experience with Mind-body and ACT 365.
- Delivered customer support and resolved membership inquiries across three locations, ensuring member satisfaction.
- Processed new member payments and information, streamlining onboarding for new clients.
- Monitored daily maintenance and task logs, supporting operational efficiency across all service areas.
- Adapted to site-specific procedures, ensuring readiness for diverse assignments.
Intern
Pritzker Traubert Foundation
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Managed fund accounting for discretionary and arts grants in Excel, ensuring accurate distribution and compliance through detailed audit trails.
- Facilitated grant compliance by researching nonprofit financial health via GuideStar and drafting notification letters for approved disbursements.
- Drafted disbursement and compliance letters to grantees in Microsoft Word, facilitating clear communication of funding requirements.
- Classified and recorded organizational expenditures in Salesforce to ensure accurate GL categorization across consulting, grants, and operational cost centers.
- Performed budget-to-actual reconciliations and verified mathematical accuracy for mid-year board accountability reviews, ensuring the integrity of financial reporting.
- Synthesized financial reports for large-scale capital projects, including Chicago Prize, to enable cross-functional performance tracking and informed resource management.
- Constructed capital stack models and visualizations to analyze investment structures, integrating quantitative financial data with qualitative social impact metrics.
Student Advisor
National Student and Alumni Advisory Committee
Chicago, IL
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Advised Bottom Line leadership on programmatic decisions by analyzing and providing feedback on policies, engagement strategies, and student support services, enhancing program effectiveness.
- Designed and implemented surveys to gather insights that informed improvements in student employability and wellness initiatives.
- Tested new technologies and platforms, recommending enhancements to student and advisor engagement.
On campus Mentor
Math Fellows
07.2023 - 07.2024
- Assisted 20+ students in algebra, statistics, pre-calculus, and calculus 1, increasing class engagement and understanding of key concepts.
- Provided individualized homework assistance through Discord, supporting timely completion and improved academic performance.
- Delivered personalized academic support to new English learners, enhancing their language proficiency and confidence.
- Coordinated seasonal events like pi day and winter activities, creating enjoyable opportunities for students to practice math skills.
Intern
Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky
06.2022 - 07.2022
- Assisted constituent advocates with casework intake into IQ federal database and drafted Congressional Inquiries to effectively address constituents' needs.
- Facilitated communication for Urdu and Hindi-speaking constituents, leading to timely resolution of their concerns.
- Conducted research projects and organized databases to support district events, improving resource accessibility for constituents.
- Summarized classified internal policies for management for proper compliance and record keeping
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting
Loyola University of Chicago Quinlan School of Business
Chicago, IL05-2026
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Arrupe College of Loyola University
Chicago, IL05-2024
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Effective communication
- Word professional correspondence
- Outlook
- Salesforce expense tracking
- Data Analysis
- Data visualization
- Excel financial modeling
- RStudio
- PowerBi
- Financial and Managerial Accounting
- GAAP
- GAAS
- Research: GuideStar, LUC database
Languages
- Fluent in English
- Urdu
- Hindi
Timeline
Front Desk
Chicago Neighborhood Fitness Center
09.2025 - Current
Intern
Pritzker Traubert Foundation
05.2025 - 08.2025
Student Advisor
National Student and Alumni Advisory Committee
08.2024 - 05.2025
On campus Mentor
Math Fellows
07.2023 - 07.2024
Intern
Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky
06.2022 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting
Loyola University of Chicago Quinlan School of Business
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Arrupe College of Loyola University