Wadia Muhammad
North Richland Hills
Summary
Dynamic finance professional with extensive experience at Chemonics International, Inc., excelling in financial auditing and compliance. Proven track record in enhancing tax reporting accuracy and leading training initiatives. Skilled in D365 ERP and committed to process improvement, ensuring adherence to GAAP and USAID regulations while fostering team collaboration.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Payment Specialist Manager
Chemonics International, Inc.
Washington
04.2019 - Current
- Reviewed, audited, and approved invoices to ensure compliance with financial regulations, internal policies, and tax laws
- Conducted internal audits to verify financial accuracy, reconcile discrepancies, and document exceptions
- Supervised accounts payable associates and led training programs to enhance compliance and efficiency
- Ensured timely and accurate tax reporting, including verifying data entries, preparing reconciliations, and analyzing financial records
- Supported responses to corporate and project-level audits, ensuring adherence to GAAP, USAID regulations, and tax requirements
- Developed and maintained detailed audit schedules, tax projections, and compliance documentation
Accounts Payable Associate
Chemonics International, Inc.
Washington
07.2016 - 04.2019
- Audited vendors’ invoices and financial records to verify compliance with regulatory and tax requirements
- Reconciled accounts, analyzed discrepancies, and maintained detailed audit documentation
- Assisted in preparing financial reports and ensuring the accuracy of tax-related data entries
- Conducted training for finance teams on compliance with financial reporting and tax laws
- Provided guidance to procurement teams and project management units regarding tax implications and reporting requirements
Operations Associate
Chemonics International, Inc.
Washington
01.2016 - 07.2016
- Supported financial audits and compliance checks related to operational expenditures and financial transactions
- Conducted close-out procedures for multiple projects, ensuring financial reconciliation and tax compliance
Finance Manager
Creative Associates Inc.
Kabul
09.2010 - 05.2011
- Reviewed grantees’ financial documents and ensured compliance with contractual obligations and tax regulations
- Maintained tax records, reconciled accounts, and prepared reports for internal and external audits
- Provided training on financial compliance, tax reporting, and audit procedures
Senior Project Accountant
Chemonics International, Inc.
Kabul
08.2006 - 04.2008
- Conducted financial audits and trained field office staff on tax compliance and accurate financial reporting
- Verified financial data entries, prepared audit reports, and ensured compliance with government regulations
Education
Certified Accounts Payable Specialist -
IOFM Institute of Finance And Management
01.2020
Mini Master - Supply Chain Management
Arizona State University
01.2019
B.A. - Accounting and Finance
Kardan University
Kabul, Afghanistan01.2014
Skills
- Financial Auditing & Compliance
- Tax Reporting & Reconciliation
- Internal Controls & Risk Assessment
- Financial Data Analysis & Accuracy Verification
- Preparation of Audit Reports
- Vendor & Accounts Payable Management
- Budget Monitoring & Forecasting
- Regulatory Compliance (GAAP, USAID, FAR)
- Training & Team Leadership
- Proficiency in Excel
- Proficiency in D365 ERP
- Proficiency in QuickBooks
- Proficiency in Solomon
- Proficiency in ReqLogic
- Invoice management
- Financial reporting
- Audit preparation
- Regulatory compliance
- Accounts payable processing
- Financial analysis
- Team leadership
- Vendor relations
- Employee training
- Process improvement
- Data reconciliation
- Tax compliance
- Attention to detail
- Banking operations
- Credit card processing
- Electronic funds transfer
- Payment system integration
- Know your customer
- Statement preparation
- Invoice processing
- Debt collection
- Financial management
- Investigative research
- Spreadsheets and journal entries
- Generally accepted accounting principles
- Billing dispute resolution
- Credit management
- Financial software
Languages
- English
- Farsi
- Pashtu
- Arabic
- Urdu
Languages
English
Professional
Persian
Professional
Urdu
Professional
Arabic
Limited
Timeline
Payment Specialist Manager
Chemonics International, Inc.
04.2019 - Current
Accounts Payable Associate
Chemonics International, Inc.
07.2016 - 04.2019
Operations Associate
Chemonics International, Inc.
01.2016 - 07.2016
Finance Manager
Creative Associates Inc.
09.2010 - 05.2011
Senior Project Accountant
Chemonics International, Inc.
08.2006 - 04.2008
Certified Accounts Payable Specialist -
IOFM Institute of Finance And Management
Mini Master - Supply Chain Management
Arizona State University
B.A. - Accounting and Finance
Kardan University
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