Helina Addisalem

HELINA ADDISALEM-| - | Addis Ababa | WWW: www.linkedin.com/in/helina-addisalem | WWW: https://www.credly.com/users/helina-addisalem Summary Detail-oriented accounting professional with experience in IFRS conversion, financial statement preparation, and accounts payable processes. Strong foundation in maintaining accurate financial records, performing reconciliations, and supporting compliance procedures. Familiar with CMiC, QuickBooks, and Bill.com, with a growing interest in financial analysis and process improvement. Collaborative team player with a commitment to accuracy and continuous development. Skills • • • • Invoice processing Bookkeeping Vendor and bank reconciliation Accounts payable • • • • Audit support and compliance assistance Financial statement preparation support Teamwork Attention to detail Experience HJ Russell and Company | Atlanta, Georgia Account Payable Specialist 02/2024 - 07/2025 • Processed invoices accurately and efficiently, ensuring timely payments and proper documentation. • Conducted vendor account reconciliations to verify financial records and resolve discrepancies. • Reviewed and approved reimbursement-related documents, ensuring compliance with company policies. • Assisted the team with various accounts payable tasks, providing support as needed. • Managed email correspondence with vendors and internal stakeholders, addressing inquiries, and resolving issues. • Ensured adherence to accounting standards and maintained accurate financial records for a proper audit trail. iPass Training and Consultancy | Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Junior Financial Analyst 08/2023 - 05/2024 • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather financial data, clean, and organize the information to ensure its suitability for financial statement preparation. • Assisted in the preparation and conversion of financial statements from local GAAP to IFRS, ensuring alignment with international financial reporting standards. • Supported the delivery of well-organized IFRS training programs for client companies, contributing to an improved understanding of global reporting requirements and enhanced compliance. • Conducted technical reviews of financial data and reports to identify discrepancies and ensure accuracy prior to final reporting. Education and Training Unity University | Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Bachelor of Arts in Accounting And Finance 07/2023 • Member of the Student Union and representative of my class. • Graduated with honors (Valedictorian). Addis Ababa University | Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Master of Science in Accounting And Finance Accomplishments • Project Management Support Assisted in organizing and tracking deliverables for a startup initiative, contributing to team coordination and project progress. • Student Union Representative, Undergraduate Program Actively supported and advocated for the interests of the student body, enhancing student engagement and communication with faculty. • Class Representative, Undergraduate and Postgraduate Studies Led class communications and conflict resolution, fostered integration and collaboration among diverse classmates through strong leadership and communication skills. • Peer Support & Academic Mentorship Regularly assisted classmates with coursework, contributing to improved academic outcomes across both undergraduate and postgraduate cohorts. • Academic Achievement Awarded Gold Medal for graduating top of batch in Accounting and Finance, recognized for consistent high performance and dedication. Certifications • • • • • QuickBooks Online Accountant Training - QuickBooks, Ongoing Fundamentals of Capital Markets & Securities Analysis - Addis Ababa University, 2025 Data Analysis Fundamentals - Udacity, 2024 AI Career Essentials - ALX Ethiopia, 2024 Financial Globalization, Capital Flows, and the Global Financial Cycle - Asian Development Bank Institute E-earning, 2023 • Small and Medium Business Management - Polar Plus Excellence Hub, 2023 • Work Readiness Training - Awaqi, 2023 • International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) - iPass Training and Consultancy, 2022 Languages Amharic: First Language English: C2 Proficient (C2) French: Beginner Korean: Beginner A1 A1 Activities and Honors • • • • Peer mentorship & class leadership Student union participation Self-learning (QuickBooks, VA, AI tools, Excel Data Analysis) Community engagement & personal planning (Notion) References References available upon request