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Shamma AlHosani

Tax Analyst
Abu Dhabi

Summary

Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages

Work History

Financial Planning & Grants Management Specialist

MBZUAI
10.2024 - Current
  • Oversee all post-award financial operations for a growing portfolio of externally funded research projects
  • Manage day-to-day budget tracking, cost allowability reviews, and financial adjustments to ensure compliance and optimal fund usage
  • Prepare and present regular financial reports, forecasts, and variance analyses to support informed decision-making
  • Collaborate with faculty, finance, and administrative teams to resolve grant-related issues, streamline processes, and maintain transparency
  • Continuously enhance internal controls, reporting frameworks, and audit readiness in a dynamic, startup university environment

Grants Administrator

New York University Abu Dhabi
08.2021 - 09.2024
  • Oversee allocation and management of grant budgets for 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

Federal Tax Authority
02.2019 - 07.2021
  • Conducted comprehensive audits of VAT 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

Ruwwad Al Hilal Graduate Trainee

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
02.2018 - 04.2019
  • 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 the field

Education

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

Zayed University
09.2013 - 05.2018

Skills

    Financial Analysis

    Budgeting & Cost Control
    Grants Management & Compliance
    Tax Compliance
    Financial Reporting
    Internal Controls & Risk Mitigation
    ERP Systems & Accounting Software Proficiency
    Process Improvement & Standardization
    Advanced Excel & Data Management

    Effective Communication & Stakeholder Engagement
    Adaptability & Change Management
    Problem-Solving

    Critical Thinking

Additional Information

  • Extracted consolidated billing reports Worked on a big project that involved modifying the billing codes of certain leases Briefly dealt with freelancers via e‑mail and phone regarding unmade payments Formed AP summaries based on a set of given purchase orders for a film production project Filled in tax invoices Verified accuracy of employee salary amounts with reference to supporting documents Indexed and organized some of the department’s archival supplier files

Timeline

Financial Planning & Grants Management Specialist

MBZUAI
10.2024 - Current

Grants Administrator

New York University Abu Dhabi
08.2021 - 09.2024

Tax Analyst

Federal Tax Authority
02.2019 - 07.2021

Ruwwad Al Hilal Graduate Trainee

Al Hilal Bank
11.2018 - 02.2019

Intern

Finance Department
02.2018 - 04.2019

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

Zayed University
09.2013 - 05.2018

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