ahmed kareem

Managed financial and administrative operations for the Iraq Monitoring Project, ensuring compliance with USAID and Integrity policies. Prepared financial documents, maintained records, and oversaw procurement processes, adhering to AIDAR & FAR regulations. Led HR functions including recruitment, onboarding, performance reviews, and employee benefits administration.

Oversaw daily financial and administrative activities, ensuring compliance with MSI and USAID policies and procedures. Managed financial transactions, prepared reports, and handled tax and social security filings. Supported procurement efforts, vendor negotiations, and developed project inventory lists.

Managed country-level financial operations, including reviewing Quick Book reports and monthly reconciliations for field offices. Drafted and submitted monthly forecasts, ensuring timely fund transfers and budget vs actual updates. Acted as primary liaison for external authorities on tax, social security, and labor laws, while also leading annual accounting closures and reporting.

Processed cash and bank payments, reviewed procurement documentation, and prepared financial vouchers. Managed petty cash, recorded transactions, and assisted in monthly account production including QuickBooks reports and bank reconciliations. Conducted internal auditing and supervised administrative staff.

Managed agreements, licenses, and permits, acting as a liaison with local authorities. Oversaw social security and tax management for employees in Kirkuk. Provided advice on staff recruitment, conducted interviews, and managed employee relations.

Processed payments and receipts, ensuring validity of supporting documents. Prepared cash and bank vouchers, classified and archived financial documentation. Managed petty cash and assisted in monthly account production, including QuickBooks reports and bank reconciliations.

Managed staff recruitment processes, including advertising, shortlisting, and contract preparation. Prepared monthly HR payroll for up to 75 staff and managed daily petty cash and office cash planning. Acted as the most senior finance officer for the field location, supporting a significant portfolio.

Managed logistics, including collecting offers from vendors, negotiating, and processing payments. Handled financial tasks such as processing payments and preparing monthly payrolls. Assisted with HR functions, including inviting candidates for interviews and preparing contracts.

Processed payroll and managed financial documentation for the office. Liaised with officials to obtain necessary permissions for operations. Provided general administrative support to ensure smooth daily functioning.

Specialized in Statistics within the Administration and Economics program. Gained foundational knowledge in economic principles and statistical analysis.