Gulnara Sharifova
Baku
Summary
Experienced multilingual accountant with a strong background in accounting and reporting. Committed to accuracy and compliance, with a proven track record of effectively managing financial records and ensuring precision and regulatory compliance. Skilled in analytical thinking and meticulous attention to detail, resulting in exceptional financial reporting and tax preparation abilities. Seeking a new opportunity in the field to leverage expertise and drive success.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Accountant
Global Accounting Consulting LLC (Proud Audit LLC, Global Audit LLC)
09.2023 - Current
- Streamlined financial processes by implementing efficient accounting systems and procedures.
- Increased client satisfaction with accurate and timely financial reporting (SPL , SOFP, CF)
- Streamlined month-end closing processes, resulting in reduced time spent on financial reporting tasks.
- Ensured compliance with all relevant regulations, maintaining meticulous records of all financial activities.
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
- Assisted in reducing outstanding accounts receivable balances by diligently following up on overdue invoices.
- Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
- Used software (1C) to prepare documents, reports, and presentations.
- Preparation of Statistical reports to the Statutory Statistical Department
- Prepared and filed tax forms to meet needs of customers.(Monthly VAT Tax Reports to the Tax Department of Azerbaijan Republic)
- Preparation of monthly, annually, quarterly Profit or Loss reports to Tax department
- Found tax solutions to complicated tax issues or errors from incorrect tax filings.
- Mentored junior staff members to improve their accounting skills and knowledge base, fostering team growth and development.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable, ensuring prompt payments and accurate recording of transactions.
- Reduced financial discrepancies by conducting thorough audits and reconciliations.
- Collaborated with human resources to streamline payroll processing while ensuring proper deductions were applied.
- Implemented tax strategies to minimize liabilities for both individual clients and corporations.
- Advised clients on financial best practices, helping them make informed decisions about their businesses'' future directions.
- Assisted in budget development, monitoring expenses, and forecasting future needs to ensure fiscal responsibility.
- Identified legal tax savings and recommended ways to improve profits.
Accountant
Service Invest LLC
11.2022 - 08.2023
- Preparation of financial reports for management
- Overview and quality control of financial and management reports on 1C (monthly closings, correct processing of bank accounts, prime entries into the internal system)
- Streamlined reconciliation processes, enhancing accuracy of financial statements.
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
- Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
- Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports, and presentations.
- Assisted in reducing outstanding accounts receivable balances by diligently following up on overdue invoices.
- Streamlined month-end closing processes, resulting in reduced time spent on financial reporting tasks.
- Supported strategic decision-making by providing accurate and timely financial reports to executive management.
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
Junior Accountant
Azerbaijan Supermarket LLC (Bravo)
05.2016 - 04.2022
- Prepared journal entries and entered into system using Coins and Gold systems.
- Prepared bank reconciliations on a monthly basis to identify potential discrepancies between company records and bank statements and Bank POS Statements.
- Reconciled month-end totals for timely and accurate reporting of financial information
- Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.
- Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
- Streamlined reconciliation processes, enhancing accuracy of financial statements.
- Preparation and check the Petty Cash amounts
- Assisted with preparation of monthly financial statements.
- Increased efficiency in accounts payable processing by verifying vendor invoices against purchase orders and contracts.
- Collaborated with senior accountants to perform month-end closing procedures, ensuring timely financial reporting.
- Reduced errors in financial reporting through meticulous review and analysis of documents.
- Compiled and analyzed financial information to prepare entries for general ledger accounts.
- Enhanced financial accuracy by reconciling accounts and analyzing financial statements.
- Streamlined monthly financial closing process, significantly reducing time needed for completion.
- Streamlined accounting processes by implementing efficient data management techniques.
- Improved efficiency in invoice processing, leading to timely payments and better cash flow management.
- Enhanced accuracy of financial reports by meticulously reviewing and reconciling accounts.
- Daily reviewing and reconciling Bank accounts and VAT Deposit account and entering into Coins system.
Junior Accountant
Azerbaijan Supermarket LLC (Bravo)
05.2016 - 04.2018
- Assist in task required by the department
- Overview and quality control of financial and management reports
- Accounting of the established company
- Monthly reconciliation
- Dealing with different financial and accounting issues
- Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
- Compiled general ledger entries on short schedule with 100% accuracy.
- Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.
- Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
- Streamlined reconciliation processes, enhancing accuracy of financial statements.
- Increased efficiency in accounts payable processing by verifying vendor invoices against purchase orders and contracts.
Intern
PASHA Life Insurance OJSC
04.2016 - 05.2016
- Organizing events and product exhibitions
- Record and respond to all customer contacts and update in tracking system
- Manage and ensure appropriate follow-up and closure for all customer contacts
Volunteer
Baku European Games Organizing Committee (BEGOC)
04.2015 - 06.2015
- Volunteering in the Ceremonies
- Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
- Strengthened interpersonal communication abilities through constant interaction with diverse populations during volunteering events.
Education
Master of Science - Financial Management
Azerbaijan State University of Economics (UNEC)
Baku, Azerbaijan01.2021
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Azerbaijan State University of Economics (UNEC)
Baku, Azerbaijan01.2016
Skills
- MS office suite
- Bank reconciliation
- General ledger accounting
- A/P and A/R
- Bookkeeping
- Invoice balancing
- Tax accounting specialization
- IFRS expertise
- Account reconciliation expert
- Time management
- Year-end close
- Attention to detail
Certification
- Financial Accounting (FA) Association of Chartered Certified Accountants - 81%
- Financial Reporting (FR) Association of Chartered Certified Accountants - 64%
- IELTS Certificate CERF Level C1
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 04/18/94
Painting pictures
- Passionate about creating expressive artwork using oil paints. I like to explore various techniques and styles to convey emotions through vibrant colors and texture.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Russian
Native or Bilingual
Azerbaijani
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Accountant
Global Accounting Consulting LLC (Proud Audit LLC, Global Audit LLC)
09.2023 - Current
Accountant
Service Invest LLC
11.2022 - 08.2023
Junior Accountant
Azerbaijan Supermarket LLC (Bravo)
05.2016 - 04.2022
Junior Accountant
Azerbaijan Supermarket LLC (Bravo)
05.2016 - 04.2018
Intern
PASHA Life Insurance OJSC
04.2016 - 05.2016
Volunteer
Baku European Games Organizing Committee (BEGOC)
04.2015 - 06.2015
- Financial Accounting (FA) Association of Chartered Certified Accountants - 81%
- Financial Reporting (FR) Association of Chartered Certified Accountants - 64%
- IELTS Certificate CERF Level C1
Master of Science - Financial Management
Azerbaijan State University of Economics (UNEC)
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Azerbaijan State University of Economics (UNEC)
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