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Rahhal Resume 7-21-2022... 4 [fy
Hussam Ali Rahhal
Raleigh, NC
ad4ode@r.postjobfree.com
Skills /Abilities
Highly skilled Certified Tax Preparer, Retail Manager and Shift Supervisor with 20 years’ management
experience; Customer service specialist; Strong knowledge of retail processes and procedures; Highly
organized with attention to detail; Active listener with exceptional interpersonal and communication skills;
Proven teamwork and relationship-building abil
ies; Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Experience:
Tax Preparer — Jackson Hewitt, Raleigh, NC (2020 — Present)
Provide expert guidance, explain, prepare, and complete accurate tax-related forms for clients;
Complete E-filing, provide printed copies for clients, sign and e-file forms to IRS and state agencies;
Conduct face-to-face tax interviews with clients;
Generate business growth, increase client retention, and offer additional products and services;
Answer tax related questions and provide future tax planning to clients;
Create high quality customer interactions and experiences that instill confidence.
Shift Supervisor — NB Avenue Exxon, Raleigh, NC (2010 — 2020)
Provided outstanding customer service through communication and follow-though;
Promoted from Customer Service Rep to Shift Supervisor in 2015;
Stocked shelves and coolers and took inventory of goods and merchandise;
Ensured the store’s inventory levels were upheld to corporate standards;
Displayed material and signs for advertising and promotional plans;
Ensured property, facilities, and equipment remained in good repair and appearance;
Ensured operational excellence in daily activities and executed policies in an effective manner;
Managed conflict and personnel issues and provided coaching and support;
Developed and maintained a strong understanding of the company’s business model;
Understood and optimized selling effectiveness to drive profits and revenue;
Supervised and monitored adherence to all safety-related regulations;
Balanced daily sales and followed cash handling and daily closing procedures;
Ensure compliance during shifts with all federal, state and local laws and ethical business practices.
Store Manager — Big John, Inc., Raleigh, NC (2000 — 2009)
Led the store to ensure achievement of business goals in revenue, expense reduction, cost recovery,
customer satisfaction, and inventory shrinkage;
Fostered a collaborative and engaging environment by addressing and managing associate concerns;
Drove associate engagement and development through communication, feedback and recognition;
Develop staffing plans for key store roles and ensured employee schedules were accurate;
Analyze workload strategies and shared findings with store staff to develop action plans;
Made informed decisions to support store expense management (payroll, productivity, shrink).
Education and Training
General Education Certificate — Wake Tech College, Raleigh, NC
Computer Technology — Cape Fear College, Wilmington, NC
Certified Tax Preparer — /nternal Revenue Service