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Fouad Hamouda
Milton,Ontario
Summary
Adept at managing budgets, payroll, invoicing and general accounting functions. Instrumental in keeping business operations fully compliant and working within budgetary guidelines. Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Owner & Operator
Coffee Culture Café and Eatery
Hamilton
12.2019 - 01.2023
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers
- Managed customer complaints or grievances online and in store
- Increased sales by 35% in 2021 by up selling add-on items or suggest alternative choices
- Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing, and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
- Used knowledge of market trends to create value-added solutions resulting in significant increase in revenues.
- Negotiated sales terms with local businesses, schools, and other organization
- Introduced dairy-free and gluten-free options as a new sales strategy
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Created local marketing campaigns
- Restructured and implemented an inventory management system that was adopted by other franchise locations.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
Assistant Manager
Petro Canada
Hornby
10.2016 - 11.2019
- Developed loyal and highly satisfied customer base through proactive management of team customer service strategies.
- Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service and responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Supervise and lead a team of employees in daily operations, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance management
- Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
- Managed accurate and fully compliant AP/AR operations by documenting expenses, reconciling accounts and correcting discrepancies.
- Recorded expenses and maintained accounting records.
- Ensure compliance with government regulations, including health and safety, environmental, and labor laws
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Continuously monitor and evaluate store performance, identify areas for improvement, and implement corrective action plans as needed.
Assurance Associate
Ernst & Young
Dubai
05.2016 - 09.2016
- Participated in audit engagements, working with client teams to perform audit and other assurance services
- Reviewed and analyzed financial statements to identify any issues or discrepancies
- Prepared workpapers to document audit findings and presented findings to clients and team members
- Conducted interviews with clients to gather information and understand their business processes
- Developed strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Received training and mentorship from experienced professionals at EY to develop skills in accounting and auditing.
Cashier
Petro Canada
Hornby
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Handle cash, credit/debit cards, and other forms of payment from customers
- Maintain accurate records of transactions and ensuring that cash registers balance at the end of each shift
- Provide excellent customer service, such as answering questions and addressing customer concerns
- Upselling products and promoting store promotions to customers.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.
Systems Analyst (Co
Canadian Tire Financial Services
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Formatted new systems with new operating software
- Installed applications used by employees for day-to-day operations
- Ensured security protocols followed company policy
- Installed new systems for over 200 employees
- Performed system analysis, documentation, testing, implementation, and user support for platform transitions.
- Provided client support on system operation and troubleshooting.
- Resolved malfunctions with systems and programs through troubleshooting.
- Diagnosed, troubleshot and resolved network and system problems.
- Resolved or escalated problem tickets to resolve user issues.
Education
BBA - Accounting
York University
Toronto, ON 09.2015 - 05.2016
Diploma - Business Administration – Accounting
Sheridan College
Brampton, ON 09.2011 - 05.2014
High School Diploma -
Centennial Secondary Highschool
Welland, ON 09.2005 - 06.2009
Skills
Budgeting
Additional Information
References available upon request
Interests
Astronomy
Computer/Tech
DIY projects
Timeline
Owner & Operator
Coffee Culture Café and Eatery
12.2019 - 01.2023
Assistant Manager
Petro Canada
10.2016 - 11.2019
Assurance Associate
Ernst & Young
05.2016 - 09.2016
BBA - Accounting
York University
09.2015 - 05.2016
Cashier
Petro Canada
01.2012 - 01.2014
Diploma - Business Administration – Accounting
Sheridan College
09.2011 - 05.2014
Systems Analyst (Co
Canadian Tire Financial Services
01.2008 - 01.2009
High School Diploma -
Centennial Secondary Highschool
09.2005 - 06.2009
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