Information Technology Business Analyst

SARR ISATOU

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PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

Highly detail-oriented, analytical, self-motivated, perseverant, efficient, and organized with a strong academic background and extensive experience in both profit and non-profit organizations.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

Southern New Hampshire University

Pursuing a degree in accounting with a minor in Information Technology GPA: 3.97, 11 honor rolls, three president's certifications QUALIFICATIONS

• Foundations of ACCA certification

• AAT Certification in Accounting Technician

• AAT Certification in Intermediate Accounting

• Certification in AAT Foundation Accounting

• Certification in all modules of Access Accounting software

• Microsoft Word and Excel certification

• The West African Senior Secondary Certificate - WASSCE (equivalent to a high school diploma in the United States)

SKILLS

• Fund E-Z

• QuickBooks

• Salesforce

• Access Accounting

• Sage Line 50

• Microsoft applications: Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint

• Tompro

• Asset Management

• AvidPay

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Bookkeeper Coalition for the Homeless

New York, NY May 2015 – June 30, 2024

• Demonstrated high levels of integrity and competency in assigned roles since 2015.

• Prepared reports for all financial transactions related to the Coalition’s Scattered Site Housing program (SSHP) per HASA terms.

• Conducted monthly bank reconciliations for the Coalition’s operating account.

• Reconciled credit card transactions.

• Processed and transported all cash receipts to the bank.

• Organized and deposited all check receipts that couldn't be banked internally via the Chase Banking Machine.

• Managed and distributed bi-weekly staff payroll checks to department heads.

• Handled administrative functions for the Finance Department, including documentation and filing.

• Processed and prepared billing for agencies assigned to the First Step Job Training program for interns.

• Executed additional duties assigned by the Chief Financial Officer and other Finance Department staff.

Development Assistant Coalition for the Homeless New York, NY May 2014 – December 2014

• Assisted in achieving the Development Department’s revenue-raising objectives through accurate and timely administrative tasks.

• Entered data in Salesforce and Raiser’s Edge.

• Created filing systems for major donor foundations.

• Collaborated with the Digital Media Director to ensure the new website was consistently updated using the Content Management System (CMS) and other digital functions.

• Received highest marks in mid/final program evaluation, earning all 1’s and 1+’s for exceeding expectations.

Business Analyst III Financial Advisory/Consultation, Deloitte Gambia Gambia 2004 – 2013

Clients: Air Senegal International, Gamcel, Master Plan Architecture & Design, Global Fund HIV/AIDS Project, Gamtel (Gambia Telecommunications), Port Authority of Gambia, ITC- International Trypanotolerance Centre

• Prepared monthly financial statements for Air Senegal International, contributing to a 20% increase in the company’s bottom line over six years.

• Managed accounts receivable and payable for Global Fund HIV/AIDS Project and subsidiaries.

• Conducted daily cash reviews, invoicing, tracking receivables, allocating revenue, and processing checks for payment.

• Supported payroll processing with timely employee data provision.

• Monitored fixed assets and maintained records for annual depreciation.

• Conducted monthly reconciliation of all company accounts.

• Provided bookkeeping and accounting services, including funds accountability statements.

• Delivered consulting services, including accounting system assessments and client training.

Business Analyst III Bureau Service & Client Support, Deloitte Gambia Clients: Air Senegal International, Gambia National Insurance, Alcatel, Gamco, Gamtel

• Provided overall client support and accounting consultation for national and international businesses in Gambia.

• Implemented and provided technical support for Access Accounts accounting software.

• Assisted clients’ accounting departments with transaction postings, bank reconciliations, and posting reviews.

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