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Sarah Almadani, Finance Director

Sarah Almadani

Finance Director·Sheehy Ford

United States

Bachelor's degree, Social Welfare And Business Management

Work experience

Total years of experience: 17 years, 5 months

Finance Director

January 2018 - May 2026

Sheehy Ford

Tysons Corner, United States

January 2018 - May 2026

• Drive the financial planning of the company by analyzing its performance and
risks.
• Retain constant awareness of the companys financial position and act to
prevent problems.
• Set up and oversee the companys finance IT system.
• Set targets for and supervise all accounting and finance personnel.
• Oversee all audit and internal control operations.
• Develop the corporate fundraising strategy and manage relationships with
partners and investors.
• Prepare timely and detailed reports on financial performance on a quarterly
and annual basis.
• Conduct analysis to make forecasts and report to upper executives.
• Ensure adherence to financial laws and guidelines.

Company industry:
Automotive Dealership & Distributor

Finance Director

January 2016 - January 2018

Priority Automotive

Virginia, United States

January 2016 - January 2018

• Made sound investment decisions to increase a companys portfolio.
• Prepared and outlined complex models into simple terms that others can
work with.
• Monitored the performance of investments including creating reports using
business software.
• Analyzed trends to reduce financial risks associated with making investment
or spending decisions.
• Utilized strong understanding of fiscal policy and investment regulations.
• Create usable budgets for the business, including evaluating the needs of
each department in the long term.
• Offer advice to the CFO and CEO about spending and budget questions.
• Hire and oversee leaders in the finance and accounting departments,
including giving directions and delivering periodical evaluations.

Company industry:
Automotive Dealership & Distributor

Finance Director

January 2014 - January 2016

Passport Nissan

Virginia, United States

January 2014 - January 2016

• Directed and monitored all financial activity of the organization.
• Managed company cash flow.
• Outlined and implemented company-wide budget plans.
• Prepared company financial statements monthly and annually, as needed.
• Oversaw all accounting work and set up internal and external audits to
ensure the accuracy of information.
• Used data analysis to strategically forecast financial trends.
• Worked with and advise the investment team on solid financial decision
making to increase profits and minimize losses.
• Provided strategic financial planning advice to upper management for long
term growth
• Established internal work processes for financial department (including
accounting and billing) and monitor their progress.
• Maintained and managed investor client relationships.
• Analyzed and interpreted financial data and present the information with
reports and presentations to the board of directors and executive director.
• Managed cash from any outside grants or funding.
• Stayed abreast of current market trends and patterns and act accordingly.
• Assessed company spending and work to reduce costs.
• Managed the finance department, training any new employees, as necessary.
• Maintained understanding of and adhered to current laws and regulations.

Company industry:
Financial Services

Finance Director

January 2013 - January 2014

Ted Britt Ford

Virginia, United States

January 2013 - January 2014

• Managed the financial strategic planning of the company by evaluating its
performance and potential risks.
• Performed regular financial analysis.
• Developed budgets that meet the requirements of company departments.
• Established targets and manage all accounting and finance employees
including management accountants and internal auditors.
• Supervised all audit and internal control processes.
• Prepared detailed reports on the companys financial performance.
• Guaranteed compliance with financial laws and guidelines.
• Recognized patterns in company spending, revenue, and recommend
solutions to any problem areas.
• Coordinated with external financial entities on behalf of the company.

Company industry:
Financial Services

Finance Director

January 2009 - January 2013

Nissan of Tysons

Virginia, United States

January 2009 - January 2013

• Oversaw insurance and risk management.
• Maintained budgeting and forecasting models.
• Performed financial modeling and analysis.
• Aided with business funding decisions.
• Hired, trained, and retained skilled finance staff.

Company industry:
Financial Services

Education

University of Phoenix

November 2015

November 2015

Bachelor's degree, Social Welfare And Business Management

United States

GPA (point): 3.8 out of 4

GPA (point): 3.8 out of 4

Skills

ACCOUNTING

Intermediate

ANALYTICAL SKILLS

Intermediate

AUDITING

Intermediate

FINANCE

Intermediate

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

Intermediate

FINANCIAL PLANNING

Intermediate

FUNDRAISING

Intermediate

INTERNAL CONTROLS

Intermediate

LEADERSHIP

Intermediate

OPERATIONS

Intermediate