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Youssef T. Abouhashish

Columbus

Summary

Finance leader with expertise in FP&A, budgeting, forecasting, and executive reporting. Trusted partner to C-suite leadership with hands-on experience across financial strategy, accounting operations, and data-driven decision support.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of FP&A

Medium Buying / Content Creative Media
Columbus
01.2023 - Current
  • Directed company-wide budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning processes, aligning financial resources with organizational goals.
  • Developed monthly executive and board-level financial reporting packages with variance and trend analysis to support informed decision-making.
  • Collaborated with CEO and leadership team on strategic initiatives, pricing strategies, and profitability assessments.
  • Constructed and maintained financial models to support growth planning and scenario analyses.
  • Oversaw accounting operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and month-end close procedures.
  • Reconciled bank statements and prepared financial documentation for CPA-led tax filings.
  • Enhanced reporting efficiency by automating processes and implementing standardized dashboards, improving accessibility of financial data.

Accounting Lead

Medium Buying / Content Creative Media
Columbus
05.2021 - 12.2022
  • Prepared monthly financial statements and supporting schedules, facilitating informed decision-making
  • Managed full accounting cycle, ensuring timely vendor reconciliations and accurate journal entries
  • Maintained accurate financial records for audits and external CPA review
  • Served as primary finance contact for internal stakeholders, addressing inquiries and providing financial insights

Carrier Sales Representative

BlueGrace Logistics
Chicago
01.2021 - 04.2021
  • Generated $75,000 in revenue through effective carrier sourcing and relationship management
  • Analyzed market trends and seasonality to inform pricing and capacity strategies
  • Managed carrier relationships to ensure service quality and reliability.
  • Negotiated freight rates to optimize cost-effectiveness for clients.
  • Coordinated load assignments with carriers to streamline operations.

Financial Analyst Intern / Assistant Regional Controller

Sweeping Corporation of America
Cleveland
05.2019 - 12.2019
  • Prepared budget and performance reports for 35 locations to support financial planning
  • Implemented operational and expense reporting for 11 regional sites to enhance visibility into financial performance
  • Led pricing increase initiative for East Region operations to align revenue with market conditions

Administrative / Accounting Associate

Oral Implant Management
Lewis Center
05.2017 - 05.2018

· Processed payroll and prepared P&L and balance sheet reports

· Managed financial operations for three private dental practices

· Planned and executed a $100,000 professional symposium

· Developed marketing strategies resulting in 13% client growth

Education

Bachelor of Science - Consumer Financial Services, Financial Planning

The Ohio State University
Columbus, OH

Skills

  • Financial modeling and analysis
  • Budgeting and forecasting
  • Variance analysis
  • Data analytics
  • Microsoft Excel proficiency
  • Presentation skills with PowerPoint
  • QuickBooks Online expertise
  • ADP Workforce Now management

Languages

Arabic
Professional
English
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Director of FP&A

Medium Buying / Content Creative Media
01.2023 - Current

Accounting Lead

Medium Buying / Content Creative Media
05.2021 - 12.2022

Carrier Sales Representative

BlueGrace Logistics
01.2021 - 04.2021

Financial Analyst Intern / Assistant Regional Controller

Sweeping Corporation of America
05.2019 - 12.2019

Administrative / Accounting Associate

Oral Implant Management
05.2017 - 05.2018

Bachelor of Science - Consumer Financial Services, Financial Planning

The Ohio State University
Youssef T. Abouhashish