Rijo Jose Email & Phone Number

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

• As a seasoned Finance Professional with 14+ years of experience, I have developed a diverse skill set in managing and optimizing financial operations. My expertise includes:
• Accounting & Financial Reporting: Proficient in preparing, analyzing, and presenting accurate financial reports to support decision-making. Skilled in general accounting, managing payables and receivables, and ensuring.
• Reconciliations & Auditing: Experienced in handling complex account reconciliations, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining accuracy across financial records.
• Cash Flow & Budget Management: Adept at monitoring cash flow, preparing budgets, and forecasting to drive financial stability and operational efficiency.
• Banking & Creditor Liaison: Expertise in managing relationships with banks and creditors, negotiating favorable terms, and ensuring smooth financial transactions.
• Team Leadership & Collaboration: Strong leadership in coordinating finance teams, fostering collaboration, and ensuring seamless operations to achieve organizational goals.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

• Financial Information Analysis:Analyze and interpret financial data to support budgeting, forecasting, and issue resolution for financial control.
• Month-End and Year-End Closures:Prepare and record accruals, deferrals, reclassifications, provisions, and interdepartmental transactions in the accounting ledger. Review account records to ensure accuracy and.
• Accounts Reconciliation:Regularly reconcile accounts with the general ledger to ensure accuracy and adherence to accounting standards. Address discrepancies and make necessary adjustments.
• Journal Entry Preparation:Prepare journal entries for amortization, depreciation, accruals, and other financial activities with appropriate supporting documentation. Ensure compliance with accounting standards.
• VAT Compliance:Prepare and file VAT returns and refunds in accordance with FTA requirements. Coordinate import and export VAT compliance.
• Internal Audit:Conduct internal audits, identify control weaknesses, and implement corrective actions to enhance internal controls. Communicate findings and recommendations effectively.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

• Financial Management and Reporting:Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports. Ensure compliance with accounting.
• Month-End and Year-End Closures:Supervise the preparation and posting of journal entries for accruals, deferrals, reclassifications, and provisions. Review ledger accounts and resolve discrepancies to ensure accurate.
• Budgeting and Forecasting:Lead the budgeting process and prepare financial forecasts to support strategic planning. Provide actionable insights to management based on financial analysis.
• Accounts Payable and Receivable Management:Monitor the timely processing of invoices, payments, and collections. Ensure proper reconciliation of accounts payable and receivable with the general ledger.
• Tax Compliance and VAT Management:Ensure accurate preparation and filing of VAT returns and other tax obligations in accordance with local regulations. Address VAT-related queries and ensure compliance with tax laws.
• Internal Controls and Auditing:Develop and implement internal control policies to safeguard assets and ensure the integrity of financial operations. Conduct internal audits and address audit findings.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

• As Accountant General, I looked after the day-to-day operations of the accounts department and staff members. I worked with overseas suppliers, finalizing purchase pricing and delivery terms and processing Export &.
• Developed LC documents for payment and collection, the establishment of LC, liaising with banks for establishing, negotiation, the retirement of LC, and processing an overseas payment through Telex Transfers.
• Managed reconciliation of various ledgers and passed necessary entries.
• Handled debt management as per the company guidelines; maintained all fixed assets and its schedule of deprecation.
• Reviewed budgets V/s Actual and submitted variance report to management.
• Successfully managed payroll system. (for 356 employees)

Bachelor Of Commerce - Bcom, Accounting And Finance

Master Of Business Administration - Mba, Marketing And Finance