Diana Khawaja

• Enhanced employee satisfaction by implementing targeted staff training programs and team-building exercises.
• Streamlined hiring processes for increased efficiency and improved candidate experience.
• Conducted performance evaluations for timely feedback, resulting in improved employee productivity.
• Developed and maintained accurate personnel records, ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
• Enhanced office efficiency by streamlining administrative processes and implementing organizational systems.
• Managed complex travel arrangements for the Office Manager, ensuring seamless business trips.
• Supported successful projects by coordinating meetings, taking minutes, and maintaining communication with stakeholders.
• Boosted team productivity by managing schedules and prioritizing tasks for optimal workflow.
• Maintained a professional atmosphere in the office, handling confidential information discreetly and diplomatically.
• Organized events and conferences to facilitate networking opportunities for the Office Manager and colleagues.
• Reduced expenditure on office supplies through effective inventory management and cost-saving initiatives.
• Assisted in the recruitment process by scheduling interviews, conducting reference checks, and facilitating smooth onboarding of new hires.
• Prepared accurate expense reports and managed budget tracking to support financial decision-making within the office.
• Fostered positive relationships with clients by providing exceptional customer service at all times.
• Conducted thorough research on various topics to aid the Office Manager in making informed decisions.
• Proofread documents for accuracy, ensuring high-quality written communications from the office.
• Streamlined internal communications by maintaining an up-to-date contacts database and distributing relevant information quickly and efficiently.
• improved time management skills with efficient calendar management of appointments, deadlines, and reminders for the Office Manager.

Facilitated smooth transitions between daily tasks by preparing necessary materials ahead of time.

• Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.

• Increased efficiency by streamlining accounting processes and implementing new financial software.
• Improved financial reporting accuracy through meticulous data analysis and reconciliation efforts.
• Assisted in reducing outstanding accounts receivable balances by diligently following up on overdue invoices.
• Reduced expenses by negotiating with vendors for better pricing and terms on services and supplies.

• Managed tracking of 2 offices and headquarters revenue, budgets and expenses.
• Executed core financial processes, including vendor setup and payment, operational expenses, administration of bank accounts and account reconciliations.
• Performed spending analysis and partnerships to refine policies and develop recommendations for improvement.
• Created documents to display financial reports and data using profiles and xero and many other programes .
• Performed banking, business administration and financial tasks to guarantee five-star service for clients.
• Improved overall financial reporting by redesigning control processes and reporting structures.
• Trained new and existing staff members in various financial procedures to help each prepare for job requirements.
• Created organizational structures to improve the accounting and finance functions .
• Developed budgets and strategic plans for day-to-day operations.
• Developed and administered annual budgets following analysis and research.
• Assisted in the preparation of  budgets and financial forecasts.
• Ensured compliance with established internal controls and policies.
• Prepared budgets, cash flow projections, cost analysis and monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
• Identified improvement changes regarding key processes for internal controls and accounting procedures.
• Modified a comprehensive financial reporting package to reflect growing organizational complexity.
• Maintained fixed asset module and calculate and record monthly depreciation expense.
• Processed payments and applied to customer balances.
• Maintained integrity of general ledger, including the chart of accounts.
• Generated financial statements and facilitated account closing procedures each month.
• Reduced annual tax adjustments by 10% through better financial control.
• Performed complex general accounting functions, including preparation of journal entries, account analysis and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Drafted and reviewed financial statement compilations before being approved by partners.
• Trained 5 new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
• Compiled financial reports pertaining to cash receipts, expenditures and profit and loss.
• Assisted management with the finalization of the annual expense plans.
• Reconstructed accounting records from clients' checks and cash receipts.
• Prepared documents, reports and presentations using advanced software proficiencies.
• Analyzed monthly balance sheet accounts for corporate reporting.
• Created presentation formats for monthly/quarterly reviews of expense charge-outs.
• Drafted the complete annual audit reports including all footnote disclosures.
• Filed tax returns and prepared governmental reports in compliance with strict standards.
• Supervised accounts receivables clerks, team of five.
• Generated and mailed updated statements.
• Prepared accurate financial statements at end of the quarter.
• Computed taxes owed by applying prescribed rates, laws and regulations.
• Responsible for all phases of certified audits for CPA firm of 85.

• Enhanced financial accuracy by conducting thorough audits and identifying discrepancies in financial statements.