DINA N. GHOBRIAL
DINA
Glendale, California
Cell : 818-***-****
E mail: ********@*****.***
Green Card Holder
PROFILE
Auditing expert as I have worked in one of the big 4
Audit firms, Deloitte. Manage to achieve fast tracked
carrier reaching Chief Accountant position in one of the
top 10 Pharmaceutical companies, AstraZeneca Middle
East & North Africa direct reporting to the Area Finance
Director.
A problem solver with old fashion dedication and
loyalty, utilizing 9 years of experience in Financial
Management and Accounting. Handles responsibilities
well and delivers on accountabilities. Considered a team
player with good interpersonal skills. Integrity,
dependability, and the continued search for knowledge
are core values.
Experience
Staff Accountant for Payment Systems Corp. ; Los Angeles, California
February, 2015 – May, 2015.
• Prepared 1099’s and 1096’s tax forms for filing.
• Responsible for bank reconciliation.
• Processed payroll entry from ADP reports.
• Entered AP invoices.
• Entered final checks.
• Prepared journal entries.
• Bank deposits.
• Recorded employee advances & reimbursements.
• Close work and any other assigned duties.
Chief Accountant for AstraZeneca MENA (Middle East North Africa); Cairo, Egypt
January, 2011 – February, 2012
• Implemented SAP accounting system & GTE system.
• Responsible for Headcount Reporting.
• Involved in the budget preparation & submission process.
• Streamlined in reviewing the payroll.
• Supervised and mentored two staff accountants.
• Coordinated with Tax Advisers and internal auditors.
• Scheduled and assigned work to meet completion dates.
• Trained colleagues on new systems.
• Developed and maintained policies and procedures.
• Managed all local taxation requirements that affect the company.
• Managed & monitored the cash management requirements.
• Took decisions within the scope of the position.
• Effectively communicated with all levels of staff via meetings, written and one-on-one
communication.
Senior Accountant for AstraZeneca MENA (Middle East North Africa); Cairo, Egypt
September, 2006 – December, 2010
• Implemented the payment cycle.
• Reviewed the expense reports & supporting documents.
• Prepared & recoded Checks & payments.
• Performed the month end closing report and bank reconciliation.
• Charged & replied to MENA Markets queries for their cross charges.
• Monthly Coordination with Tax auditors for Foreign Withholding tax payment.
• Processed the personal & corporate credit card payments.
• Handled the Checks Receiving process with the suppliers.
Experience Consultant (Enterprise Risk Service) for Deloitte; Cairo, Egypt
January, 2004 – May, 2006
• Streamlined in various External Audit Engagements for major, local and multinational
companies in various industries such as manufacturing, oil & gas services and
Telecommunication.
• Participated in several assignments for Internal Audit engagements and implementation
of policies & procedures.
• SOX consulting assignment for one of the largest multinational energy companies.
• Involved in Fraud Investigations Assignments.
Assistant and Logistic Support for BM Egypt Company; Cairo, Egypt
December 2002 – January 2004
• Responsible for following pipeline.
• Responsible for following purchase orders.
• Performed offers and tenders.
• Supported sales and logistics in organizing their work.
• Used to do the Filing (offers, tenders, correspondence and other documents).
certifications
IFRS Finance Technical Update Course,
Manchester Nov (2011).
Advanced Management Program (MBS AMP),
Manchester Business School (2008).
Certified Human Resources Diploma,
American University in Cairo (2006).
Certified Professional Certificate in Modern Accounting (MAC),
American University in Cairo (2003), four years Commercial Studies - grade Very Good.
Bachelor of Commerce, Ain Shams University
Faculty of Commerce, Accounting Department (May 2002).
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Computer Skilles and Training Courses
Proficient at MS Office (Excel, V-Lookups, Pivot Tables, and Formulas).
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Good Knowledge using Access and Power Point.
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Experienced in SAP (Payroll, invoices and payments).
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Experienced in Data Faction and imaging system.
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Familiar with QuickBooks.
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Familiar with Oracle and Sun (Accounting Software).
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CDA User Training – Consolidating Data Application, Dubai 2011.
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Microsoft Project Management, 2008.
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Computerized Accounting Courses - Three levels.
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LANGUAGES
English: Able to read, write and speak
fluently.
French: Good; reading, writing and
speech.
Arabic: Native tongue.