Muhammad Ali Email & Phone Number

London Area, United Kingdom

London Area, United Kingdom

- Oversee monthly reporting of P&L for seven MGAs, the parent UK entity, and the Belgium entity.- Conduct extensive financial analysis, focusing on revenue, capital budgeting, demand creation, and OPEX optimisation.- Manage the monthly cycle of paid, written, and claims bordereaux for all seven MGAs.- Lead a team of nine finance professionals, contributing to clean audits across all eight entities.- Develop a comprehensive worst-case scenario 12-month cash flow projection, while also leading key business partnering efforts with MGA CEOs and other PWCL directors.- Implement cash flow forecasting and manage an aggregated cashbook exceeding £100M by following an effective treasury process.- Conduct thorough P&L variance analyses for various nominal ledgers by demonstrating strong financial acumen.- Competently handle trading FX contracts to mitigate currency risks.

London, United Kingdom

- Established and fostered liaisons with international accountants and set up an in-house accounting function. - Maintained strict reporting control across all business areas. - Acted as the finance lead for the implementation of an ERP system change. - Managed Quarterly Manager Review Packs and produced finance reports covering all KPIs by the department. - Ensured the achievement of international strategic and development goals while strictly adhering to finance compliance.- Reviewed monthly management accounts and conducted variance analysis for overseas subsidiaries, providing timely insights to senior management regarding their impact on full-year results.- Played a crucial role in facilitating sell-out transactions and securing a significant CBIL loan of £1.75M, achieving a top 5 loan approval status with Lloyd's at the time. Successfully led the takeover of a competitive brand.- Spearheaded the business expansion into the US market and navigated Brexit uncertainties by establishing an entity and setting up a warehouse function in Poland.- Provided essential decision support to non-financial stakeholders, actively participating in regular monthly business partnering meetings.- Led financial input for all strategic cycles, including the 3-year plan and quarterly business reviews.

London, United Kingdom

- Streamlined account operations by implementing robust accounting structures. - Evaluated the commercial impact of activities, key business drivers, and client priorities to make informed decisions. - Coordinated with auditors and ensured the timely preparation and filing of annual statutory accounts. - Proactively generated profit and loss statements and cash flow forecasts, while consistently meeting deadlines for quarterly VAT returns.- Prepared accurate and professionally presented monthly management accounts for the board of directors, including insightful narratives and identification of key performance indicators.- Maintained confidentiality and compliance with company policies while processing monthly payrolls and obtaining required signatures on relevant documents.- Managed the invoice finance facility to maintain a healthy cash flow, while also providing regular updates to directors on financial issues and potential risks impacting the company.

Egham

- Managed account relationships with a focus on building professional connections with clients. - Maintained accurate records of fixed assets for clients and handled Quarterly EC sales submissions online. - Utilised a wide range of financial software tools, including Microsoft Excel, SAP, Sage, Epicor, and Salesforce to optimise financial processes and reporting.- Assisted the Financial Controller with intercompany recharges and prepared audit schedules for client auditors.- Prepared accurate and timely monthly management accounts for clients and delivered financial insights and performance analyses in an effective manner.- Played a key role in determining transfer pricing for Joint Ventures, while also overseeing and reviewing the work of finance assistants.

Birmingham, Milton Keynes, Watford

- Assisted the Financial Controller in optimising organisational profitability and communicated business performance updates. - Prepared balance sheet reconciliations and actively contributed to the preparation of forecasts and budgets alongside the cluster FC.- Utilised SAP, Excel, Micros, and Fidelio to efficiently manage financial processes and reporting.- Actively participated in month-end accounts processes, ensuring adherence to company policies and delivering accurate and timely financial reports in collaboration with central services.- Supervised the AP, AR, and income audit function within the cluster satellite properties, demonstrating strong leadership and coordination skills.- Handled tax returns and quarterly VAT returns, maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements.

Heathrow, Islington, Chelsea

• I have saved cost by cutting down unnecessary expenses. • I was responsible for smooth running of purchase ledger for the cluster of three properties.• I liaised with suppliers to keep accounts up-to-date.

Chelsea

• I have ensured correct procedures are used for banking, cash handling and petty cash.• I produced Income audit and statistics reports. I also analysed daily revenue report.• I was responsible for stock control and carrying out month end stock takes.• Also I was responsible for month end accruals and prepayments.• In this role I have also completed foreign exchange returns.• I have reconciled of sales ledger & Credit control.• Responsible for safe of £7500.

Leatherhead

• I handled enquiries appropriately from RWE npower DB Scheme member.• Accurately prepared calculations, quotations and claims.• Produced administration reports.• Ensured that SLA and disclosure standards are met.

Acca, Accounting And Finance

Acca - Professional Level, Acca - Professional Level

Level 3 - People Management

Bachelor'S Degree, Accounting And Finance, Gained 2:1 (Avg 65%)

Activities and Societies: Badminton