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Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Understand the working culture and level of functions of the client. I Assess the inherited risk as well as the business risk to design the appropriate control procedures to operate efficiently and effectively.Draw the chart of accounts to have transparency and accuracy in the management report and for performance analysis of each segment.Design and help to implement the required internal control procedure which are appropriate for each unit of the business or group. Necessary alternative methods will be adopted to overcome the existing constrains and risks.Conduct one to one discussion and understand their skill, interest and the potential in the existing role or alternative area where they can be more productive than current role. (Accounts, Finance, Admin, Logistics etc.)Provide necessary training about their role, expectation by the management, areas to improve and skills to develop to be a part of Goal congruence.Periodical review of the progress and the suggest the necessary improvements required. Highlight the bottleneck areas and have a constructive discussion with the stakeholders and get their feed back for the better implementation.Management report which covers financial and non-financial areas, Variance analysis, Potential business and financial risks based on the performance trend of variance functional areas. Areas for improvement.𝗢𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗿 𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗲:Legal and Tax compliance, Develop the Transfer price policy, Inventory valuation and control, Cost modelling for manufacturing and construction units, Strategy for complicated receivables.𝗢𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗲:Business valuation, financial modelling, Investment Appraisal, Budget modelling, Training to the accounts team

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

NFPC is a leading FMCG conglomerate operating in all seven emirates of UAE through its local network and logistics.After the successful acquisition of the target company (Gulf and Safa Diaries L.L.C. Dubai), I was appointed as the Chief Accountant to integrate the control procedures and process, along with the accounting software, to JDE with the existing team of the company. By coordinating with various managers and operating teams, I ensured timely integration, bringing together the distribution channels and other facilities in each location. This not only saved many resources but also brought efficiency and economy to the company.I allocated duties and responsibilities according to the expertise of each staff member in every department and accommodated everyone as a contributor to the company. I also educated them on the importance of their role and their professional growth, while re-assigning them to either a new role or adding new responsibilities.My expertise in financial analysis and budgeting helped me to streamline the accounting operations, including accounts payable and receivable, financial reporting, payroll, and taxation. I was also responsible for managing the company's financial position , ensuring compliance with accounting regulatios, and optimizing financial performance.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

As an Internal Audit Officer, I performed internal audits across various business units and operating locations covering Finance, Manufacturing, Procurement, Sales, Logistics, and Inventory Management. The purpose was to assess various operational and financial risks, both internal and external, of the company individually and as a whole. Effective internal control processes and procedures are vital tools for any business to mitigate risks and achieve success.Based on the findings and in coordination with business unit managers and other internal audit team members, I designed relevant internal control procedures to address lapses and risks in various areas of each business unit. The implemented system brought significant productivity as a whole including Cost efficiency , better logistic management, Inventory management and reduce the market returns due to various reasons which resulted in financial and non financial benefits.Additionally, I was a part of a due diligence team led by the Group Finance Controller. The purpose was to identify the financial and non-financial strengths, weaknesses, and positions of the target company (Gulf and Safa Diaries L.L.C. Dubai). We also assessed the level of benefits to the group in terms of market share and economy of scale through the utilization of existing and acquiring resources.In summary, my experience as an Internal Audit Officer at NFPC involved assessing and mitigating operational and financial risks, developing internal control procedures, and contributing to the growth and success of the company.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

The group was involved in Ship chartering and trading division was an agent for IMEA of two international agri products companies. As an Assistant Finance Manager ,I managed finance operations for ship chartering. I ensured proper and timely billing to the principal based on the contractual terms of each consignment and billing to the stakeholders of the charter. I calculated fees and charges by assessing the various complexities of the industry, including payment to various international service providers in various currencies.My expertise in hedging and forward booking of foreign currencies helped me to mitigate financial loss due to exchange fluctuation and optimize the company's financial performance.I also prepared financial reports, analyzed financial data, and monitored financial transactions to ensure compliance with accounting regulations. Additionally, I assisted in budget preparation and cash flow management.

Sharjah Emirate, United Arab Emirates

As an Accountant at Malaysian Home Furniture, my responsibilities included liaise with banks for Letter of credit , utilizing the trade finance for importing furniture from Malaysia, Italy, and South Africa . Preparing the documents and arranging the shipping agencies f or re exporting to CIS countries and applying for the refund of custom duty paid. Also had the sales business and business to residents. I managed daily recording of transactions such as sales, cash and cheque deposits, and reconciled credit card receipts and bank receipts. Additionally, I monitored daily funds availability in each bank account and managed funds to meet commitments such as cheque payments, trust receipt due, LC payments, and required margin to open the LCs. Conducted variance analysis of sales, cost of goods sold, delivery expenses in comparison with previous periods, profitability, and sales value. I identified variances and notified the team of any major discrepancies that could potentially harm the business. I also managed inventory by calculating landed costs and variances in freight charges or demurrage paid due to delay in clearing shipments. Periodic random inventory counts were conducted to monitor stock positions.In addition, I managed payroll, calculating salary and overtime of the warehouse and delivery staff, and any incentive payable to them for their better performance. I ensured staff salaries and incentives were based on individual performance and team benchmarks agreed upon by management.My role as an Accountant at Malaysian Home Furniture allowed me to demonstrate my skills in financial management, Banking, inventory management, and payroll management

Certified Chartered Accountsnt, Accounting And Finance

Bachelor Of Commerce (B.Com.), Financial Accounts, Costing, Auditing, Economics, Marketing

Activities and Societies: National Cadet Corp (NCC) National Security Services (NSS)

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