Email: abn7mi@r.postjobfree.com
CORE COMPETENCIES
Expert Linguist – English, Arabic (Egyptian / Iraqi Dialect) Experienced Manager and Business Professional
Accounting (Loan Officer, Tax Prep, Business Finance)
Trainer / Presenter (PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)
CAREER
Phone: 513-***-****
Extensive Abilities with Computers (MS Office, Gov Software+) Expert at communications and unifying a goal
Certified Loan Officer (while working at bank)
Holds Active Security Clearance
Sam F. Tawfik
14 Amelia Park Drive Amelia, OH 45102
GLOBAL LINGUIST SOLUTIONS (GLS), based in Falls Church, VA, stationed at Camp Liberty, Iraq and Currently in Camp Buehring in Kuwait.
Position: Linguist, 05/2009 to Present
- Works as a Linguist and Open Source Analyst, Supports US Army missions
- Interpreter for 2-1 and 1-3 BSTB (Brigade Special Troops Battalion)
- Presents daily briefings to U.S. Army Brigade Commanders, translation of various new media
- Presents weekly updates, instructional, cultural advice / awareness, and news reporting
- Teaches 25 – 30 troops monthly, as cultural awareness training for a rotating Battalion of 200 troops
- Translates essential legal, medical, and other official documents
- Highly proficient on computers, use of system applications, and operating with the forces
- Maintains Secret clearance; highly guarded, discreet, protective of information
- Effective at utilizing latest creative teaching techniques for various learning styles and for motivating troops
- Acting as interpreter to officers in training their troops, by providing translation to and from several
languages as needed in support of KLE (Key Leader Engagement)
Special Noted Accomplishments:
Operated well in a challenging environment, in cramped and temporary accommodations
Blended with, and was fully accepted as part of training in conjunction with the U.S. Army
Became part of the total success of the mission, especially in training Iraqi Security Forces (ISF) to
protect themselves and the country
Contributed to the stability of the country in which operations are held, prepared the host country for
their independent protection, beyond the period of U.S. forces in that country
QUIZNOS SUBS, Anderson Township, OH
Position: Franchise Owner and Operator, 03/2008 to 05/2010
- Investedinafastfoodfranchise
- General Manager with total responsibilities for restaurant operations
- ProvidedHRduties:interviewed,hired,fired,trained,evaluatedandsupervisedstaff
- MaintainedbookkeepingandaccountingforQuiznosatthislocation
- Responsiblymanagedinventory,cashcontrol(financials),andstaff
Special Noted Accomplishments:
Gained experience in business management and ownership
Took on a challenge of running a franchise in tough economic times
Became more aware of the realities of personnel, merchandise, and balancing time & money
SAM F. TAWFIK RESUME - CONTINUED
PRIME LENDING, Cincinnati, OH
Position: Senior Loan Officer, 07/2004 to 12/2008
- Responded to advanced customer needs, via telephone or email, focusing on answering inquires for new mortgage loans
- Offered a wild range of Mortgage Products ( Conventional, FHA, VA and Islamic home loans)
- Responsible for taking and completing loan application Fannie mae form 1003
- Follow up with clients to collect necessary documents ( paystubs, bank statement and tax return)
- Ranandobtainedaclient’screditreport
- Efficiently assisted and provided home finance, as the hub between underwriting team and client
Special Noted Accomplishments:
Awarded“Top10LoanOfficers”outof100branchesnationwide;Salesaverage$15Million(2005-07) Developedanationwidereferralcontact
Maintain Knowledge of available loan products, processing procedures, and underwriting and general
departmental guidelines
H & R BLOCK, EastGate Mall, Cincinnati, OH Position: Tax Advisor (Part-time), 11/2000 to 04/2003
- Provided tax assistance for walk-ins and appointments; Maintained H&R Certification for across the nation
- Continued education, achieved high scores; two to three tax-related courses per year, estimated six total
SPEEDWAY, Wooster Pike, Cincinnati, OH Position: Store Manager, 04/2000 to 01/2005
- Managed the convenience store / service station in Cincinnati, while Tax Advisor and Loan Officer (above)
- Utilized organizational / planning skills, scheduled staff, HR, oversaw employees
- Assuredsmoothworkflowandcoworkerrelationsremainsmooth
- Utilized a creative and flexible approach, yet focused on the company goals
- Responsibly managed cash, inventory control, all reporting, tracking, and safety EDUCATION
On-the-job Training, over 20 years: Wide variety of skills acquired and fine-tuned, Military units, working with taxes and clients on loans, and through small business ownership
Hondros College, Cincinnati, OH
Loan Officer Certification earned in 2004
SKILLS
Language expert, Multi-lingual
Understanding of Cultures
Adaptable and resourceful
Alert to sensitive situations
Experienced in war zones
Adept in working with military troops
Detailed course preparation and presentation abilities
Competent and comfortable in instructing military troops
Translates precisely and carefully, with essential details,
paramount to the mission
H&R Block, Cincinnati, OH
H&R Course, 07/2000 to 10/2000 – Individual Tax Preparation, Certification earned in 2000 Certification requires classes every year
Assuit University, Sohag, Egypt
Accounting Courses / Other, 4 Years, Earned Bachelor of Arts in Accounting
Competent with computer software, Government databases Resourceful in online research, determining credible and
timely information sources
Microsoft Office products, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
Human Resources, Managerial, Leadership
Ability to survive and work in harsh conditions, temporary /
tight quarters, and with sparse provisions
management tools
Internet navigation, various search engines, writing, editing,
analytical skills
CLOSING STATEMENT: I welcome a challenge.I operates with a strong work ethic, produce well under pressure, and am fueled on by the sense of accomplishment. My excellent use of languages and knowledge of cultures provides connections with others, which make the professional approach much more effective. I am proud to be part of an amazing group of people, set on a worthwhile goal.