Academic Leadership and

Teaching Excellence

• Associate Professor and former Director of Academic Affairs, leading program development and innovative curricula in Accounting, Finance, and Business Management.

• Assistant Professor and Coordinator of the MBA program, developing and teaching versatile courses such as Financial Accounting, Cost Accounting, Management Accounting, Auditing, and Advanced Taxation.

• Dedicated to bridging academic theory with practical applications to prepare students for industry challenges.

• Accounting Controller at Akij Group and Runner Motors Ltd., managing comprehensive financial operations including accounting entries, financial statements, budgeting, inventory management, and regulatory compliance.

• Extensive experience in strategic financial management, including capital budgeting, risk assessment, variance analysis, and supporting organizational financial stability and growth.

• Advanced Analytics and Technology Integration

  • Business Analyst at Redus Tek Services, integrating AI and data analytics to optimize IT processes, boosting operational efficiency, and enhancing project ROI by 30%.

  • Skilled in R programming, Python, SQL, Tableau, and Power BI, leveraging data-driven insights to improve decision-making.

  • Graduate Assistant at Oakland University, contributing to AI and IoT research, improving algorithmic efficiency by 65%.

• Expertise in Modern Accounting Technologies and ERP Systems

  • Proficient in ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle NetSuite, and Microsoft Dynamics, as well as accounting platforms like QuickBooks, Xero, and Acumatica Cloud ERP.

  • Extensive experience with AI-driven predictive modeling and data visualization, enhancing accuracy and efficiency in financial forecasting and decision-making.

• Regulatory Compliance and Ethical Standards

  • Deep commitment to GAAP compliance and regulatory adherence, ensuring financial operations align with industry standards.

  • Expert in cost accounting, financial ratios, and risk management, advising organizations on best practices and sustainable growth strategies.

• Professional Achievements

  • Enhanced operational efficiency by 45% through AI-driven strategies, optimizing processes and improving project outcomes.

  • Streamlined accounting processes, resulting in a 30% increase in project ROI through data analysis and agile methodologies.

  • Published research in AI and IoT, contributing to the academic community’s understanding of emerging technologies in business applications.

• Mentorship and Global Development

  • Actively supporting students and professionals seeking advanced studies in the USA, contributing to global professional development.

  • Committed to fostering the next generation of finance and accounting professionals through industry-aligned education and mentorship.

Accounting and Finance

Profile Statement

I am an accomplished Associate Professor, Accounting Controller, and corporate finance expert with over two decades of experience in both academia and industry. My career blends a strong academic foundation in Accounting, Finance, and Business with extensive practical experience, allowing me to offer industry-aligned insights to students and colleagues. I bring a comprehensive approach to both teaching and professional practice, focusing on integrating modern accounting technologies, financial analytics, and data-driven decision-making.

As an Associate Professor and former Director of Academic Affairs, I have led academic programs, developed innovative curricula, and shaped courses that prepare students for real-world challenges in Accounting, Cost Accounting, Finance, and Business Management. Serving as an Assistant Professor and MBA Program Coordinator, I developed and taught a versatile range of high-impact courses, including Financial Accounting, Cost Accounting, Management Accounting, Auditing, and Advanced Taxation. My goal is to bridge academic theory with practical applications, giving students a solid grounding in both core principles and emerging trends.

In my corporate career, I held key roles in prominent organizations, consistently delivering financial accuracy, strategic insight, and operational efficiency. As an Accounting Controller at Akij Group and Runner Motors Ltd. in Bangladesh, I managed critical financial operations such as daily accounting entries, financial statement preparation, budget forecasting, inventory management, and regulatory compliance. My strategic financial management skills, including capital budgeting, risk assessment, and variance analysis, played a significant role in enhancing each organization’s financial stability and growth.

My role as a Business Analyst with Redus Tek Services in New Jersey and as an Account Manager at Creighton University allowed me to optimize IT processes by incorporating AI and data analytics, which significantly boosted operational efficiency and facilitated data-driven business strategies. These contributions led to increased project ROI and faster decision-making processes, using tools like R programming, Python, SQL, Tableau, and Power BI to extract actionable insights and visualize data in meaningful ways.

I am also proficient in utilizing modern accounting technologies to improve financial and operational performance. With a solid background in ERP solutions such as SAP, Oracle NetSuite, and Microsoft Dynamics, I am adept with accounting platforms like QuickBooks, Xero, and Acumatica Cloud ERP. My expertise extends to AI-driven predictive modeling and data visualization, skills I refined as a Graduate Assistant at Oakland University. There, I contributed to AI and IoT research, achieving a 65% improvement in algorithmic efficiency and enhancing the university's reputation in emerging technology fields.

My commitment to upholding high standards in GAAP compliance, regulatory adherence, and ethical accounting practices has been essential throughout my career. With a comprehensive understanding of financial ratios, risk management, and cost accounting, I have advised companies on best practices and sustainable growth strategies, ensuring financial operations align with both regulatory requirements and organizational goals.

Throughout my career, I have achieved notable outcomes, including enhanced operational efficiency through AI-driven strategies, which boosted project results by 45%, streamlined accounting processes that led to a 30% increase in project ROI, and contributing to scholarly work in AI and IoT that advanced the field’s knowledge and applications in business.

With this unique combination of academic and corporate expertise, I am committed to supporting both students and professionals in their pursuits. My dedication to advancing the accounting profession extends beyond my immediate roles, as I actively guide students and aspiring professionals toward advanced study opportunities in the USA, underscoring my commitment to education, global professional development, and fostering future leaders in finance and accounting.

Md Abdullahel Kafi