Jana Akl

Accounting and Financial professional with over 8 years of experience in accounting, internal audit, financial reporting, procurement, banking operations, HR systems, and ERP implementation support. Proven ability to manage financial processes, perform reconciliations, analyze business data, support payroll and HR functions, and coordinate project activities. Experienced in SAP Business One, Zeta HRMS, and ERP consulting environments, providing functional support, training, and business process optimization.

Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills with a solid academic background in Accounting and Finance.

Senior Accountant at Arts & Business Innovation Technology (ABI) (2022-01 – 2026-01)

• Manage day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger, and financial administration.
• Prepare and review sales invoices, supplier invoices, payment requests, and accounting transactions.
• Monitor customer outstanding balances, follow up on overdue receivables, and coordinate payment collections.
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations, review financial transactions, and resolve discrepancies.
• Monitor cash flow activities and maintain accurate cash and bank records.
• Prepare and maintain customer and supplier account statements and aging reports.
• Coordinate procurement and purchasing activities, including vendor sourcing, purchase requests, purchase orders, and supplier coordination.
• Review and verify purchase invoices against approved purchase orders and supporting documents.
• Prepare management reports, financial analyses, and periodic financial summaries to support management decision-making.
• Assist in budgeting, expense monitoring, and financial planning activities.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities, including account reconciliations and financial reporting.
• Ensure accurate accounting records and compliance with internal financial policies and procedures.
• Coordinate with auditors, suppliers, customers, and internal departments to resolve financial and accounting matters.
• Support payroll processing and related financial administration activities.
• Participate in ERP implementation projects, providing functional consultancy for finance, procurement, payroll, and HR processes.
• Conduct user training and provide functional support for SAP Business One, Zeta HRMS, and other ERP solutions.
• Gather business requirements and assist in configuring ERP systems to meet financial and operational needs.
• Collaborate with technical teams and clients to ensure successful ERP deployment and effective user adoption.

Internal Auditor at MGI KCIA International (2019-01 – 2022-01)

• Conducted internal audit assignments and assisted in audit planning and execution.
• Performed bank reconciliations and reviewed financial transactions for accuracy and compliance.
• Prepared audit reports and recommendations for management.
• Managed revenue, expense, insurance, NSSF, and retirement payment records.
• Monitored financial controls and identified process improvement opportunities.
• Evaluated weekly operational plans and implemented corrective actions when required.
• Maintained accurate financial records and supporting documentation.
• Assisted in risk assessment and compliance reviews.

Accounting Lab Instructor (Part-Time) at American University of Science and Technology (AUST) (2017-01 – 2018-01)

• Delivered accounting laboratory sessions using the Dolphin Accounting System.
• Assisted students in understanding accounting principles and financial reporting processes.
• Provided practical training on accounting software and financial transactions.

Financial Executive Assistant at United Food Stuff (2014-01 – 2015-01)

• Prepared daily sales reports and management dashboards.
• Analyzed monthly profit and loss statements and financial performance indicators.
• Conducted financial ratio analysis and business performance evaluations.
• Prepared monthly sales efficiency reports and presentations for senior management.
• Generated sales return reports and SKU contribution analyses.
• Maintained inventory records and data entry activities.
• Developed financial presentations and reported findings to the Board of Directors.

Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Finance – American University of Science and Technology (AUST) (2011-01 – 2013-01)

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in Accounting – American University of Science and Technology (AUST) (2007-01 – 2011-01)