Abeer R. Zaatari Kanaan
Springfield, VA 571-***-**** *************@*******.***
Languages: English, Arabic
Professional Summary
PhD Candidate in Finance with over 7 years of experience in higher education, academic advising, and teaching. Strong background in accounting and finance, student support, and university administration. Skilled in guiding students toward success, coordinating programs, and contributing to academic and institutional growth. Education
PhD in Finance (Candidate) – University of Girona, Spain Master of Finance – Lebanese International University, Beirut, Lebanon Bachelor of Finance – Lebanese International University, Beirut, Lebanon Academic Experience
Lebanese International University – Beirut, Lebanon Assistant Dean, School of Business (2015–2018)
- Supported academic advising, student registration, and orientation.
- Assisted in faculty development, curriculum planning, and policy implementation. - Represented the Dean in committees and external activities. Lecturer in Accounting & Finance (2014–2021)
- Taught courses in Accounting, Finance, Auditing, Business Math, and Economics.
- Advised and mentored undergraduate students.
Lebanese Public School- Beirut, Volunteer Teacher- Refugee Education Program (2013- 2014)
- Taught elementary-level mathematics to refugee students with limited or no prior formal schooling.
- Developed simplified, hands-on lesson plans to build foundational numeracy and classroom learning skills.
Professional Experience
Société Générale de Banque au Liban (SGBL) – Teller & Customer Service BLOM Bank – Teller & Customer Service
Core Skills
• Academic Advising & Student Support
• University Administration & Program Coordination
• Accounting & Finance Instruction
• Curriculum Development
• Bilingual Communication (English & Arabic)