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mohammad arafat

@mohammadarafat

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I analyze financial performance, accounting systems, and corporate governance using advanced econometrics.

Palestine, State of

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What I'm looking for

I'm seeking opportunities that deepen my work in forensic accounting, financial investigations, financial data analytics, and financial systems evaluation while building expertise in U.S. GAAP, taxation, auditing standards, and IFRS.

I've analyzed financial performance, accounting systems, internal controls, and reporting processes through Econometrix Lab, ETI Palestine, and external audit work with Arab Consultants.

At ETI Palestine, I reviewed sales, purchasing, cash, and inventory transactions, supported reconciliations and financial reporting, and helped improve cash management, inventory control, and AR/AP operations.

My independent research examines corporate governance, audit narratives, capital structure, R&D spending, and pricing power across international firm-level data. I apply System-GMM, CCE-GMM, Driscoll-Kraay regressions, and other econometric approaches to address endogeneity and cross-sectional dependence.

I'm building toward forensic accounting, financial investigations, and financial systems evaluation, supported by accounting training and hands-on work in Python, Stata, EViews, SPSS, Excel, and ERP systems.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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External Reviewer

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Scopus / Web of Science Journals

Sep 2025 - Present (1 year)

Served as external peer-reviewer for approximately 20 Scopus/Web of Science-listed journals, completing over 40 reviews. Verified via ORCID and Web of Science Reviewer Record.

Peer Review Academic Research Financial Analysis Econometrics

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Independent Researcher

Current

Advanced Econometric Modeling

Sep 2024 - Present (2 years)

Developed integrative frameworks to examine corporate governance, audit narratives, and R&D spending effects on firm outcomes using advanced econometric methods. Published research on SSRN.

Econometric Modeling System GMM Panel Data Time Series Analysis Financial Analysis Corporate Governance Research Stata EViews SPSS

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Financial Analyst

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Econometrix Lab

Dec 2023 - Present (2 years 9 months)

Conducted financial analysis and performance evaluation for businesses across different industries. Assessed financial systems, internal controls, costing systems, and accounting processes, identifying opportunities for operational and reporting improvements.

Financial Analysis Financial Reporting Cash Flow Analysis Budgeting VAT Compliance Excel Stata Econometric Modeling Statistical Analysis

Accountant - Cash & Accounting Assistant

ETI Palestine

Mar 2024 - Jan 2025 (10 months)

Analyzed sales, purchasing, cash, and inventory transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance. Supported improvements in financial processes, cash management, inventory control, and AR/AP operations.

Financial Analysis Cash Management Inventory Control Accounts Receivable Accounts Payable Financial Reporting Reconciliations Tax Compliance

External Audit Intern

Arab Consultants

Jan 2024 - Mar 2024 (2 months)

Evaluated financial statements, accounting records, and internal controls across companies from multiple industries. Assisted in preparing audit working papers, statutory reports, and tax documentation.

Financial Statement Analysis Internal Controls Audit Working Papers Tax Documentation Regulatory Compliance Accounting

Undergraduate Graduation Project

An-Najah National University

Aug 2023 - Dec 2023 (4 months)

Analyzed the influence of corporate governance practices and audit quality on financial performance and capital structure decisions using a 30-company sample. Research was commended by faculty for exceeding doctoral-level quality.

Corporate Governance Quality Auditing Financial Performance Capital Structure Decisions OLS Regression Pearson Correlation Research