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Overview
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SAMIRA HASSAN ZAIDAN

CAROLINA,PR

Summary

Dedicated to continuous process improvement in the face of rapidly evolving and changing markets. Results-oriented and proactive in finding cost-effective solutions to company-wide problems under tight deadlines.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Inventory Reconciliation Analyst Supervisor

Cesar Castillo LLC
Guaynabo, PR
12.2019 - Current
  • Collaborated with over 30 clients to establish inventory valuation systems and accurately track and monitor goods.
  • Kept all documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
  • Trained new staff on job duties, company policies and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
  • Monitored supplier quality to identify potential issues.
  • Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies.
  • Supervised inventory cycle counting processes, including accounting and surplus records, product damages and product returns.
  • Completed physical inventory counts.
  • Completed scheduled inventory counts and supply audits to track shrinkage and inform purchasing decisions.
  • Maintained store assets with effective loss prevention strategies.
  • Recorded adjustments, pallet audits and tracked discrepancies.
  • Supervised 9 inventory control personnel to support correct goods management and achievement of performance goals.
  • Evaluated supplies and product inventory to check for quality and quantity issues and returned unacceptable materials to vendors.

Accounts Payable Specialist

Cesar Castillo Inc
Guaynabo, Guaynabo, Puerto Rico
02.2016 - 12.2019
  • Reviewed collection reports to determine status of collections and amounts of outstanding balances.
  • Generated financial statements and facilitated account closing procedures each month.
  • Maintained 95% accuracy in calculating discounts, interest and commissions.
  • Composed effective accounting reports summarizing accounts payable data.
  • Researched and resolved accounts payable discrepancies.
  • Coded and entered invoices each day into in-house accounting software.
  • Created daily and weekly cash reports for accounting management.
  • Reconciled vendor statements and handled payment complaints or discrepancies.
  • Supervised invoice processing, purchase orders, expense reports, credit memos and payment transactions.

Professor

Colegio Universitario de San Juan
San Juan, PR
02.2016 - 12.2019
  • Taught introductory and upper level courses in Accounting, Finance and Business Administration.
  • Developed and delivered engaging lectures to undergraduate and graduate students.
  • Wrote course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments and handouts.
  • Planned, evaluated and revised course content and course materials.
  • Wrote, administered and graded midterm and final examinations.
  • Guided students in using technology to support educational research.
  • Coached students on public speaking and presentation skills.
  • Pointed students to relevant information about academic and personal support services available at college.
  • Convened and led multi-discipline committee to address sustainability in college operations.

Accountant/ Administrator

HC Security Group Inc
San Juan, PR
3 2014 - 5 2016
  • Filed tax returns and prepared governmental reports in compliance with strict standards.
  • Generated financial statements and facilitated account closing procedures each month.
  • Performed complex general accounting functions, including preparation of journal entries, account analysis and balance sheet reconciliations.
  • Managed and reconciled payroll for organization of 10 personnel.
  • Documented procedures, identified areas to improve internal controls and gain additional efficiency and implemented policy changes.
  • Maintained daily bookkeeping report.

Financial Credit Analyst

Ballester Hermanos Inc.
Catano, Cataño, Puerto Rico
9 2012 - 11 2014
  • Reviewed collection reports to determine status of collections and amounts of outstanding balances.
  • Reconstructed accounting records from clients\' checks and cash receipts.
  • Communicated with customers to identify and resolve outstanding payments.
  • Managed and responded to all correspondence and inquiries from customers and vendors.
  • Streamlined daily reporting information entry for efficient record keeping purposes.
  • Entered financial data into company accounting database to be verified and reconciled.

Administration/ Manager

Cafeteria Caribbean
Carolina, PR
08.2007 - 03.2012
  • Oversaw inventory and office supply purchases.
  • Negotiated pricing with vendors regarding wholesale billing and marketing procedures.
  • Processed accounts receivable and accounts payable.
  • Investigated and resolved customer inquiries and complaints in empathetic manner.
  • Strong leader of customer support staff.
  • Trained staff on operating procedures and company services.

Education

BBA - CPA TRACK

Interamerican University of Puerto Rico
Guaynabo, PR
2016

MBA - FINANCE

Universidad Metropolitana
San Juan, San Juan, Puerto Rico
2010

MBA - STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT

Universidad Metropolitana
San Juan, San Juan, Puerto Rico
2010

BBA - Finance

University of Puerto Rico
Carolina, PR
2002

Skills

  • Peachtree and Bookkeeping
  • Tax accounting
  • Strong communication skills
  • Superior attention to detail
  • Self-motivated professional
  • Financial reporting
  • Customer relations
  • Team leadership
  • Multitasking
  • Exceptional interpersonal communication
  • Accounting procedures consultant
  • Strong in Word 2007-2010, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, JD Edwards, A400 and SAP
  • Excellent time management skills
  • Inventory Auditing and Reconciliation Experience
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking

Certification

  • Tax Returns Specialist- Department of Treasury of PR
  • First Aider for Mental Health
  • CIA-Certified Internal Audit (in process)

Additional Information

Languages:

     Spanish     Domain advanced in reading, writing and oral.

      English      Domain advanced in reading, writing and oral.

       Arabic       Proficiency in advanced oral communication, reading and writing.

Timeline

Inventory Reconciliation Analyst Supervisor

Cesar Castillo LLC
12.2019 - Current

Accounts Payable Specialist

Cesar Castillo Inc
02.2016 - 12.2019

Professor

Colegio Universitario de San Juan
02.2016 - 12.2019

Administration/ Manager

Cafeteria Caribbean
08.2007 - 03.2012

Accountant/ Administrator

HC Security Group Inc
3 2014 - 5 2016

Financial Credit Analyst

Ballester Hermanos Inc.
9 2012 - 11 2014

BBA - CPA TRACK

Interamerican University of Puerto Rico

MBA - FINANCE

Universidad Metropolitana

MBA - STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT

Universidad Metropolitana

BBA - Finance

University of Puerto Rico
SAMIRA HASSAN ZAIDAN