NASIKH HASAN
**-** ********, *** *-** Jackson Heights, NY, 11372 718-***-****
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FINANCIAL CONTROLLER OFFICE MANAGER
Dedicated and results-oriented MBA-level finance and operations executive.
Proven expertise in reporting, budgeting, and strategic planning in order
to optimize company value, maximize cash flow, and minimize risk and cost.
Superior analytical thinking, ability to solve complex problems, highly
developed communication and technical skills, dedication to completing work
to the highest standard, commitment to self-improvement and development.
Consistently exceed performance and profitability goals through insightful
forecasting, positive cultural change, and innovative process improvements.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Financial Management Significant Operational Experience
Financial Planning and Analysis
Financial Statements & Reports Expense Control
Month-End and Year-End Closings Payroll
Budgeting & Forecasting Contracts & Procurements
Establishing & Maintaining Tax Returns
Policies & Procedures US GAAP
Strategic Planning and Execution Microsoft Office
Excellent Oral and Written QuickBooks
Communication Skills Human Resources and Benefits
Staff Management and Development Raise Capital and Obtain Funding
Treasury
Job Cost Accounting
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Spring, O'Brien & Co., Inc. (Public Relations / Advertising), New York, NY
Financial Controller / Office Manager - January 2009 to March 2014
* Responsible for financial accounting, financial planning and analysis,
all general accounting functions, budgeting, forecasting, payroll,
staff management, day-to-day duties of the accounting staff, and all
operational activities of the business.
* Used QuickBooks to manage all accounting and finances.
* Prepared timely and accurate monthly closings and financial reports
and statements and presented to the President and 5 department
managers.
* Processed payroll for 35 employees using ADP online payroll platform.
* Participated in developing new business, specifically, assisted the
President in identifying new funding opportunities and the drafting of
prospective budgets.
* Collaborated extensively with company's accountants, providing in-
depth assistance with year-end closing and annual tax returns.
* Monitored banking activities of the firm.
* Ensured adequate cash flow to meet the firm's needs.
* Increased profit by cutting costs across the board, including
relocating office, reducing staff salary, and switching to low-cost
vendors, service providers, and suppliers.
* Implemented time-tracking system to raise awareness of client over-
servicing.
* Filed Sales Tax, Commercial Rent Tax, and 401k-related returns and
reports.
* Drew up strategic business plan focusing on new client acquisition,
staff productivity, and change in business structure to generate
revenue growth.
* Investigated and implemented cost-effective benefit plans and other
fringe benefits which firm offered employees and potential employees
in order to attract and retain qualified individuals.
* Developed, implemented, and enforced policies and procedures of the
firm to improve overall operation.
* Educated department managers on financial issues impacting their
budgets.
* Coordinated preparation for external audits and filing of tax return
and ensured proper maintenance of accounting records and documentation
in compliance with statutory requirements and firm's policies.
* Planned for future financing requirements and stability of firm by
preparing and recommending loan applications for approved programs.
Regularly reviewed debt portfolios for optimum rates.
* Reduced close period from seven to four days by putting processes in
place and streamlining reports.
* Handled multiple legal issues
Philip Johnson/Alan Ritchie Architects, PC (Architecture / Interior
Design), New York, NY
Financial Controller / Office Manager - February 2006 to December 2008
* Responsible for overall financial management of firm with over 50
employees including executive officers, administrative and clerical
staff, and architects and interior designers.
* Used QuickBooks to maintain financial ledgers and accounting
processes.
* Presented and reported accurate and timely financial information of
the firm to the CEO, COO, shareholders, analysts, creditors, and other
members of management.
* Directly assisted the Chief Operating Officer on all strategic and
tactical matters as they related to budget management, cost benefit
analysis, forecasting needs, and the securing of new funding.
* Processed payroll on a semi-monthly basis
* Directly involved with Contractors and Project Managers to ensure
accurate job order costing
* Established Project Management procedures and monitored project
tracking and reporting systems
* Delegated performance reviews, staff mentoring & training programs
* Trained the Finance Unit and other staff on raising awareness and
knowledge of financial management matters.
* Responsible for negotiation, completion, and submission of all
contracts with all vendors
* Developed employee handbook for all business office procedures,
resulting in standardized operations
* Human Resources Administrator duties included staff training and
development, staff assignments, staff recruitment with direct
involvement in the process of interviewing, hiring, firing, and
training of all full-time, part-time, and internship staff
* As Benefits Administrator, set up and maintained Health Insurance,
401k, and all other benefits
NAK Technologies, Inc. (IT Consulting), East Elmhurst, NY
Accounting Manager / Office Manager - January 2000 to January 2006
* Responsible for day-to-day operations of firm with over 20 office
employees and over 100 IT consultants contracted throughout the U.S.
* Used MS Excel and QuickBooks to generate invoices and reports,
including AR/AP, P&L, and Balance Sheet.
* Prepared budgets, forecasts, and cash flows.
* Ensured timely and accurate reimbursement of expenses.
* Prepared payroll checks.
* Managed cash
* Worked directly with President and Vice President to develop firm's
Strategic Plan.
* Created offer letters, benefits packages, and contracts for new IT
consultants.
* Recruited IT consultants including Oracle, Java, SAP, and Microsoft
certified engineers from around the world.
* Helped company grow sales from $3 million USD to $4.5 million USD in
first year by signing long-term contracts with high-profile clients,
including Brooks Brothers, Ann Taylor, Delloitte and Touche, and Chase
Bank.
* Met with clients to discuss contract renewals and the work and
progress of IT consultants
* Maintained company inventory of office supplies.
* Registered students and prepared materials for computer programming
classes.
* Created and maintained consultant and client databases using MS
Access.
EDUCATION
MBA in Finance, New York University, NY
BS in Accounting, Queens College, NY