Hira Akram

Results-driven Accounting & Finance Professional with 8+ years of experience managing full-cycle accounting, AP/AR, payroll, reconciliations, financial reporting, vendor management, budgeting, tax preparation, and compliance for growth-stage and middle-market businesses. Experienced using QuickBooks Online, Excel, Square POS, and cloud-based accounting systems to manage accounting operations independently and support remote business operations.

Controller / Accountant - Tashkent Supermarket LLC - Brooklyn, NY

(2021-01 - 2026-05)

• Managed accounting operations independently using QuickBooks Online and cloud-based accounting systems.
• Oversaw full-cycle accounting including AP/AR, payroll processing, bank reconciliations, month-end close, and financial reporting.
• Managed relationships and payments for over 220 vendors, ensuring accurate and timely payments exceeding $500K.
• Maintained digital financial records and performed multi-account management, reconciliations, and expense tracking.
• Prepared financial statements, cash flow reports, budgeting analyses, and operational forecasts using Excel.
• Coordinated with vendors, clients, and external accountants remotely to resolve financial and payment issues efficiently.
• Reconciled daily transactions and payment activity through Square POS system and accounting records.
• Improved financial accuracy and operational efficiency through detailed reporting and internal control procedures.

Audit Manager - Quick Expert Services

(2022-05 - 2022-09)

• Conducted financial reviews, cash flow analysis, and internal audits to improve compliance and operational efficiency.
• Prepared financial and operational reports to support management decision-making.
• Identified financial risks, control weaknesses, and recommended corrective actions.

Staff Accountant / Tax Preparer - Fast Professional Services Inc. - Brooklyn, NY

(2016-01 - 2020-02)

• Prepared and filed business and personal tax returns for over 560 clients while ensuring compliance with federal and state tax regulations.
• Worked with multiple tax forms including 1040, 1065, 1120, 1120S, W-2, and 1099 forms.
• Assisted clients with bookkeeping, audit preparation, and financial record management.
• Managed audit correspondence and resolved tax-related issues with federal and state agencies.
• Maintained accurate client financial records using tax software and digital accounting systems.

Associate Degree - Business Administration - CUNY Kingsborough Community College

Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Administration - University of Gujrat