Shamma Alhosani
Grants Administrator
Abu Dhabi
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. History with grants management, tax compliance monitoring, accounting and bank treasury management.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Grants Administrator, Office of Fiscal Affairs
New York University Abu Dhabi
08.2021 - Current
- Oversee allocation and management of grant budgets for 100+ Engineering and Research Institute (RI) Center grants, ensuring alignment with award terms and conditions
- Conduct detailed tracking of expenditures, preparing financial reports, and ensuring timely submissions to external sponsors
- Ensure that all financial activities related to Engineering and RI grants comply with university and sponsor regulations
- Facilitate in the recruitment of researcher candidates, primarily ensuring alignment with grant budget constraints
- Regularly reconcile grant accounts, working closely with Engineering and RI faculty to verify accuracy and address any discrepancies
- Facilitate in distribution of grant funds to various Engineering and RI faculty members
- Provide assistance during internal financial audits of grant accounts, supplying necessary documentation and explanations
- Identify and address financial risks related to grant management, implementing preventive measures as needed
- Offer support to Engineering and RI faculty on financial procedures, ensuring understanding and adherence to fiscal responsibilities
- Manage multiple deadlines while remaining detail-oriented when submitting progress and financial reports to sponsors
- Proactively identify potential problems or areas of concern within grant projects, working with relevant departments to develop appropriate solutions and mitigate risks
Tax Analyst, Tax Compliance and Enforcement
Federal Tax Authority
02.2019 - 07.2021
- Conducted comprehensive audits of 1VAT refund requests to ensure accuracy and compliance with UAE tax legislation
- Performed audit fieldwork, including on-site examinations of financial records, interviews, and document analysis to gather detailed evidence
- Verified eligibility for VAT refunds by thoroughly analyzing taxpayers' positions, ensuring requirements are met to receive refunds
- Enforced penalties and fines for non-compliance, following tax legislation guidelines and working to ensure fair resolution
- Investigated suspected cases of fraud or evasion, using various auditing tools and techniques
- Prepared detailed audit reports and documented findings
- Identified inconsistencies with taxpayers’ tax compliance and working with taxpayers to rectify errors
- Communicated with taxpayers and tax professionals, providing clear explanations of audit findings and assistance with compliance
- Attended continuing education and courses to increase professional expertise and obtain knowledge of updated tax laws and compliance criteria
Graduate Trainee, Ruwwad Al Hilal Graduate Program
Al Hilal Bank
11.2018 - 02.2019
- Gained exposure to risk assessment processes, including credit and market risk, in alignment with Islamic finance regulations
- Assisted with Shariah-compliant foreign exchange transactions, gaining exposure to Islamic currency trading
- Coordinated with directors in using treasury management systems tailored to Islamic banking
- Acquired deeper understanding of Islamic financial products, ethics, and legal frameworks
- Collaborated effectively with various teams within Treasury department, fostering positive working environment
- Earned "Star of the Month" award on January 2019
Intern, Finance Department
twofour54 Abu Dhabi - Media and Entertainment Hub
02.2018 - 04.2018
- Processed invoices and managed accounts payable and receivable using accounting software, enhancing accuracy and timeliness
- Assisted in reconciling bank statements, ensuring all transactions were recorded accurately
- Learned how to present complex financial information clearly and concisely
- Liaised with external parties to resolve any discrepancies in billing or payments
- Gained deeper understanding of media industry, including key financial drivers specific to field
Research Assistant
Zayed University
11.2017 - 01.2018
- Conducted literature reviews on topics related to corporate accounting ethics, summarizing findings for ongoing research projects
- Gathered and analyzed data on financial reporting trends
- Worked closely with lead Accounting professor and team of three researchers, participating in regular meetings to discuss progress and insights
- Applied accounting theories to interpret complex financial data
- Attended course on research ethics in accounting, broadening understanding of ethical considerations in academic research
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Zayed University
Abu Dhabi, UAE 09.2013 - 06.2018
Skills
Tax Audit
Financial Analysis
Financial Reporting
Data Management
Project Coordination
Compliance Monitoring
Problem Solving
Risk Assessment
Attention to Detail
Teamwork
Accounts Payable and Receivable
Financial Accounting
Time Management
Timeline
Grants Administrator, Office of Fiscal Affairs
New York University Abu Dhabi
08.2021 - Current
Tax Analyst, Tax Compliance and Enforcement
Federal Tax Authority
02.2019 - 07.2021
Graduate Trainee, Ruwwad Al Hilal Graduate Program
Al Hilal Bank
11.2018 - 02.2019
Intern, Finance Department
twofour54 Abu Dhabi - Media and Entertainment Hub
02.2018 - 04.2018
Research Assistant
Zayed University
11.2017 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Zayed University
09.2013 - 06.2018