KARIMAH J.D. HOLLIS
Accountant
Bermuda
Summary
Focused Accounting professional with 15 years of experience maintaining financial records and reviewing account activity. Proven track record of developing accurate spreadsheets and delivering organized reports. Accomplished in taking on tasks within strict deadlines while prioritizing urgent needs.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Aide
Bermuda Hospital Board - King Edward Memorial Hospital (KEMH)
11.2022 - Current
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Managed personal care of Acute and Long Term Care patients.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Monitored patients' status and reported any identified abnormalities or changes to nursing personnel.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Educated patients and family members on best home care practices for healing and recovery.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Supported needs of 40+ residents under long-term care.
Bankcard Security Fraud Administrator (Temporary)
Butterfield Bank
10.2019 - 01.2020
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Assistant Financial Controller (Temporary)
Bermuda Institute Ocean Sciences
08.2019 - 08.2019
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Assistant Financial Controller - (Temp)
Legal & General Reinsurance Company Limited
02.2019 - 04.2019
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Completed journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account management.
- Prepared balance sheets, cash flow reports and income statements.
- Completed year-end close processes through effective supervision financial functions and regular treasury transactions.
- Managed budgets, assets, portfolios, accounts payable, and receivable and general financial reporting procedures.
- Managed daily financial functions in collaboration with accounting and payroll personnel.
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for 20+ employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
- Created and distributed reports on internal and external finances, audits, and budgets.
- Provided treasury and cash management by overseeing reconciliation of banking activity, credit card processing.
- Followed up with delinquent accounts to obtain funds and reduce aging balances.
- Accurately completed financial statement audits and thoroughly reviewed results.
- Reviewed documents and data to give accurate presentations and forecasts to upper management.
- Complied with established internal controls and policies.
Senior Administrator - Accounts Receivables
Bermuda Monetary Authority (BMA)
10.2014 - 04.2018
- Over 15 Years Financial Accounting and Administration Background regulating accounts and balancing financial books of business.
- Prepared month end analysis of accrual liabilities/Prepaids and the related journal entries.
- Responsible for providing Accounts Receivable financial and administrative services daily for the department.
- Performed daily data entry and related duties in posting accounts receivable/payables. Posted recurring journal entries daily.
- Prepared and approved bank transfers for authorized payments daily.
- Prepared invoices, statements and reconciled accordingly to procedures including maintaining sub-ledgers and resolving account discrepancies.
- Assisted in preparing internal and external reports.
- Maintained a diplomatic approach while interacting with both internal and external customers.
- Addressed accounts and invoicing queries to facilitate customers.
- Processed swift payments of invoices relating to various license fees and reconciling accounts including the FED, Anti Money Laundering, Money Service Business, Trust Business, Banking Business, and Corporate Service Fees.
- Monitored cheques requisitions for accuracy in accordance with established BMA policies and procedures.
- Prepared and printed all cheques and payments i.e. checks drafts and wire transfers.
- Supported the AMEX processes, including ordering of cards, account reconciliation, and resolution of queries by interacting directly with staff and AMEX.
- Undertook reconciliation of foreign currency cash, prepaids, accounts payable, petty cash and accrued liabilities in accordance with the policies while issue petty cash when required to do so. Identified employee charges to approved BMA processes and ensured timely collection and reconciliation of said accounts.
- Managed quality and accuracy of documents, and coordinated movements between different personnel and departments.
- Kept office operations running smoothly by providing effective leadership and administrative skills.
- Responded to, researched and resolved issues from internal staff, external departments and customers.
- Screened and transferred incoming calls, took down messages, and transmitted information and documents to internal personnel.
- Maintained personnel records and updated internal databases to support document management.
- Collected, validated, and distributed information to employees.
- Entered and maintained departmental records in company database.
- Leveraged bookkeeping software and automated processes to reduce errors.
Senior Administrator - Accounts Payable
Bermuda Monetary Authority - (BMA)
01.2011 - 10.2014
- Established customer relationships, interfacing with representatives and collaborating to achieve mutually beneficial results.
- Brought in over $5million in revenue while managing multiple high-profile accounts.
- Met with new customers to share product and service information, listen to needs and learn about business operations.
- Prepared documentation, finalized sales and maintained records.
- Maintained contact information database by keeping account details updated, clear and relevant.
- Developed strategies using market research with support from cross-functional teams.
- Increased revenue by communicating payment changes and product updates to customers.
Administrator
Bermuda Monetary Authority - (BMA)
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Maintained personnel records and updated internal databases to support document management.
- Screened and transferred incoming calls, took down messages, and transmitted information and documents to internal personnel.
- Collected, validated, and distributed information to employees.
- Computerized office activities, maintained customer communications, and tracked records through delivery.
- Troubleshot employee concerns and recommended corrective actions to resolve issues.
- Entered and maintained departmental records in company database.
Education
Nursing Aide Certification - Nursing
Bermuda College
Paget, Bermuda06.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration Finance Management
Kean University
Elizabeth, New Jersey05.2004
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Bermuda College
Paget, Bermuda05.2000
Skills
- Data Analysis
- Accounting
- Bookkeeping
- Administrative Support
- Account Reconciliation
- General Ledger Accounting
- Regulatory Compliance
- Month-End and Year-End Closings
- Financial Reporting and Analysis
- Financial Controls Implementation
- Budget Administration
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Nursing Aide
Bermuda Hospital Board - King Edward Memorial Hospital (KEMH)
11.2022 - Current
Bankcard Security Fraud Administrator (Temporary)
Butterfield Bank
10.2019 - 01.2020
Assistant Financial Controller (Temporary)
Bermuda Institute Ocean Sciences
08.2019 - 08.2019
Assistant Financial Controller - (Temp)
Legal & General Reinsurance Company Limited
02.2019 - 04.2019
Senior Administrator - Accounts Receivables
Bermuda Monetary Authority (BMA)
10.2014 - 04.2018
Senior Administrator - Accounts Payable
Bermuda Monetary Authority - (BMA)
01.2011 - 10.2014
Administrator
Bermuda Monetary Authority - (BMA)
01.2008 - 01.2011
Nursing Aide Certification - Nursing
Bermuda College
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration Finance Management
Kean University
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Bermuda College
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