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Smitha Abraham

Doha,GJ

Summary

A seasoned Business Coordinator with 20+ years of experience in academic settings. Skilled in streamlining operations, fostering collaboration, and managing administrative processes. Proven ability to support diverse teams and stakeholders while achieving organizational goals.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Business Coordinator

Texas A&M University
Qatar
10.2017 - Current
  • Supported the Office of Graduate Studies and the Office of Advancement & Industry Engagement in various tasks, including:

- Reviewing applications and managing admissions processes

- Guiding students through graduate program applications

- Organizing orientation programs

  • Delivered exceptional customer service by promptly addressing concerns, maintaining strong relationships with clients and vendors.
  • Enhanced knowledge sharing by organizing regular meetings and workshops.
  • Facilitated successful events through meticulous planning, coordination of resources, and seamless execution of logistics.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.

Financial Specialist

Texas A&M University
Qatar
07.2006 - 09.2017
  • Enhanced financial decision-making by providing timely and accurate analysis of financial data to executive leadership.
  • Coordinated annual budgeting process across all business units while ensuring alignment with corporate strategic priorities.
  • Strengthened internal controls over financial transactions by reviewing existing processes and recommending improvements as needed.
  • Streamlined month-end close process, reducing time spent on manual tasks while improving the quality of financial statements produced.
  • Improved financial reporting accuracy by streamlining data collection processes and implementing automated solutions.

Education

CIMA Level 3 - Management Accounting

CIMA-UK

Skills

  • Planning and execution
  • Project Management
  • Financial/Expense Reporting
  • Proficient in MS Office Suite
  • Process Improvements
  • Administrative Support
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Report Preparation
  • Accounting

Affiliations

  • Toastmasters International

Certification

  • Leading Others Program – Certificate in progressive leadership development, Texas A&M University, USA

Languages

English
Hindi
Bemba

Timeline

Business Coordinator

Texas A&M University
10.2017 - Current

Financial Specialist

Texas A&M University
07.2006 - 09.2017

CIMA Level 3 - Management Accounting

CIMA-UK
Smitha Abraham