Strategic finance professional with 19+ years of expertise in financial operations, regulatory compliance, and process optimization. Demonstrated success in implementing digital solutions, managing complex reconciliations, and strengthening internal controls. Track record of reducing operational costs while maintaining the highest standards of accuracy and compliance. Proven ability to drive organizational efficiency through technological innovation and process improvement.
• Revolutionized credit control processes by implementing a data-driven client-focused system, reducing overdue receivables by 15% while strengthening customer relationships through proactive communication and tailored payment plans.
• Processed incoming payments and issued invoices promptly, ensuring accurate records of all accounts receivable transactions, achieving a 20% reduction in billing discrepancies, and ensuring timely vendor payments.
• Achieved 78% on-time vendor payments (AED 5M annually).
• Streamlined VAT compliance processes, achieving 100% submission accuracy and maintaining perfect regulatory records.
• Implemented robust internal audit procedures and control systems, resulting in clean audit reports and a 20% reduction in compliance-related discrepancies.
• Generated weekly cash flow reports, identifying a 15% reduction in discretionary spending.
• Implemented an automated expense tracking system that reduced processing time by 20%.
• Collaborated in annual budget planning, achieving 92% adherence to projected expenses.
• Oversaw the processing of vendor invoices and payments, ensuring timely disbursements that improved supplier relationships by 25%.
• Directed bank, cash, and sales reconciliation processes maintaining 100% accuracy across $25 million in accounts.
• Managed the entire company’s billing for utilities and trackers worth $ 5 million.
• Implemented streamlined invoice processing and vendor payment systems for diverse suppliers, resulting in 78% on-time payments and enhanced supplier relationships.
• Oversaw fixed asset management, including acquisition, depreciation, and disposal processes, maintaining accurate records for assets valued at over $10 million.
• Led the month-end close process, including reconciliations, journal entries, and financial statement preparation.
• Coordinated with auditors during statutory audits, ensuring timely completion and compliance with financial regulations.
• Coordination with the Administration Department for timely payment of Rent as per agreement with Tenants, payments of Utility Bills, and other expenses related to the department.
• Administered the disbursement of 1 million in claims ensuring timely and accurate payments while maintaining strict financial controls and compliance.
• Staff payroll totaling $2 million annually,
• Handled the recording and reconciliation of $2 million in annual insurance premiums, while overseeing fixed assets records and conducting bank reconciliations for accounts totaling $3 million, maintaining 100% accuracy in financial reporting.
• Implemented robust internal control systems, enhancing financial governance and reducing risk exposure by 30%
• Worked with sales and procurement teams to streamline invoice approval workflows, reducing processing time by 30%.
• Oversaw the daily administrative tasks of the Branch including the cleaning and upkeep of the branch office.
• Managed and reconciled $3B annual insurance premiums with 100% accuracy in high-volume transactions
• Performed bank reconciliations for $10M across three accounts, ensuring zero discrepancies and maintaining full compliance
• Optimized inventory management system for office supplies and insurance clauses, maximizing operational efficiency
• Developed an automated record-keeping system for 150 employees, achieving 99.9% accuracy in payroll processing and settlements.