Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Timeline
Generic

Arefat Elmi

Edmonton,AB

Summary

Proven Accounatant with a track record of enhancing financial accuracy and efficiency at Jubba Airways. Skilled in advanced accounting software and financial reporting, alongside strong analytical abilities. Achieved a significant reduction in month-end closing times and improved cash flow management. Demonstrates meticulous attention to detail and a proactive approach to resolving discrepancies, ensuring compliance and informed decision-making.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Accounatant

Jubba Airways
02.2009 - 05.2019
  • Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
  • Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
  • Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
  • Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
  • Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
  • Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports, and presentations.
  • Assisted in reducing outstanding accounts receivable balances by diligently following up on overdue invoices.
  • Streamlined month-end closing processes, resulting in reduced time spent on financial reporting tasks.
  • Managed cash flow effectively, ensuring all company liabilities were met in a timely manner and surplus funds were invested wisely.
  • Collaborated with external auditors during the annual audit process to provide necessary documentation and address any concerns or findings promptly.
  • Maintained accurate records of fixed assets, including acquisition costs, depreciation schedules, and current values for insurance purposes.
  • Detected and corrected mistakes early on and implemented systems to avoid recurring issues.
  • Prepared and filed tax forms to meet needs of customers.
  • Improved financial reporting accuracy through meticulous data analysis and reconciliation efforts.
  • Enhanced financial decision-making capabilities by providing timely, accurate information to management through regular performance reports.
  • Reduced expenses by negotiating with vendors for better pricing and terms on services and supplies.
  • Evaluated and improved financial records to make important business decisions.
  • Improved data collection, financial analysis and financial modeling to optimize practices and retain customers.
  • Reviewed business operations and obligations to help organization function at acceptable level.
  • Maintained compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws by staying informed about changes and filing all required forms accurately and promptly.
  • Enhanced profitability by identifying opportunities for revenue growth through detailed analysis of customer sales data.
  • Conducted technical and analytical reviews of tax returns to check for accuracy and qualified deductions.

Education

Bachelor Of Accountacy - Accountant

Waberi
Hargeisa
05.2012

Skills

  • Accounting and bookkeeping
  • Accounts Payable and Receivable
  • Bank Reconciliation
  • Bookkeeping
  • Account Reconciliation
  • Accounts Payable
  • Financial Statements
  • Financial Reporting
  • Payroll Processing
  • Cash Flow analysis
  • General Ledger Entries
  • Account reconciliation processes
  • General Ledger Management
  • Payroll Administration
  • Management accounting
  • General ledger accounting

Languages

English
Elementary

Timeline

Accounatant

Jubba Airways
02.2009 - 05.2019

Bachelor Of Accountacy - Accountant

Waberi
Arefat Elmi