Shadi Mhaish Email & Phone Number

Ca

I am providing financial and strategic leadership to the finance department, and participating in & supporting operational decision-making by providing timely financial analysis to drive the organization towards growth and achieving its long-term objectives. I am also providing direction to all areas of the Finance department (Finance and Accounting, Reporting, FP&A, AP, Payroll, Tax, Lease Accounting, Cash, and Treasury). Furthermore, I am ensuring timely, clear, consistent, financial and management reporting, financial measurement, and analysis is communicated to internal and external stakeholders.I am in charge of providing critical metrics and insights which support planning and performance management. In addition, I am responsible for collaborating and partnering with business leaders to provide timely and meaningful information to support operational decision-making as well as expense control. Furthermore, I support M&A activities by providing value-added financial support and post-acquisition integration of the finance function. My duties also include driving and managing change and innovation within the Finance department; providing leadership and coaching to finance teams encouraging enhanced performance, and professional and personal development; and promoting and ensuring the presence of strong governance, internal controls, compliance, and ethics.

Toronto, Ontario, Ca

I led process re-engineering and finance assessment/enhancements initiatives and managed enterprise-wide technology related projects and organizational restructuring activities for major clients. Furthermore, I am acted as a strategic partner to the CEOs, VPs and Executives and helping them in setting the strategic objectives. My duties also included designing and preparing the financial reports, monitoring the capital and operational budgeting and forecasting activities, reviewing current financial processes and recommending changes to achieve efficiency and help in cutting costs, with concentration on continuous improvement. I led key business development activities for enterprise resource planning (ERP) advisory products, including targeting key C- level clients, proposing services, and closing opportunities on engagements. In addition, I led highly skilled client and KPMG work teams throughout the project lifecycle by leveraging Oracle services and helping to ensure timely execution of project deliverables. Also, I assisted partners with practice administration including resource allocation, career development of staff, and other people management decisions.I was responsible for preparing comprehensive reports and presentations, analyzing, interpreting and summarizing information for the purpose of presenting and supporting strategic and financial decision making. I also established effective and collaborative working relationships with all stakeholders, employees, and clients and built effective relationships within a large, diverse, multidisciplinary environment; helped clients in implementing best and leading practices in finance/accounting; and led the month end activities for clients and recommended changes to enhance closing.

Dublin 2, Ie

Was responsible for leading process re-engineering and finance assessment/enhancements initiatives for major EPC and EPCM clients and investment companies. In addition, I led and managed enterprise-wide technology related projects and organizational restructuring activities. Furthermore, I acted as a strategic partner to the CEOs, VPs and Executives and helped them in setting the strategic objectives. My duties also included designing and preparing the financial reports, monitoring the capital and operational budgeting and forecasting activities, reviewing current financial processes and recommending changes to achieve efficiency and help in cutting costs, with concentration on continuous improvement. I was responsible for preparing comprehensive reports and presentations, analyzing, interpreting and summarizing information for the purpose of presenting and supporting strategic and financial decision making. I cultivated an innovative workforce of high-performing professionals in a service delivery culture by leading a diverse team. Furthermore, I fostered excellent internal and external relationships through negotiations, conflict resolution and problem solving. Also, I led change initiatives within complex projects.Establishing effective and collaborative working relationships with all stakeholders, employees, and clients and building effective relationships within a large, diverse, multidisciplinary environment; helping clients in implementing best and leading practices in finance/accounting; and leading the month end activities for clients and recommending changes to enhance closing were some of my continuous activities. Also, I designed the Chart of Accounts and acted as the solution architect for the ERP systems; coached and mentored the team and provided constant feedback on their daily activities; and led teams for implementing financial systems and integrating all outside systems to the ERP system.

In that role, I provided oversight and leadership for the finance & accounting teams, prepared financial reports, and conducted monthly variance analysis. I also managed the financial systems and the consultants responsible for implementing the new modules. My duties included preparing reports and presentations, analyzing, interpreting and summarizing information for the purpose of presenting and supporting strategic and financial decision making. I was also responsible for setting the revenue recognition criteria and making sure that revenues were recognized in the correct period.I led the budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities, and made sure that the financial targets and operational plans are aligned. Furthermore, I set the internal controls and coordinated with external auditors. In addition, I ensured that monthly, quarterly and yearly closing is done on a timely basis, and made sure that the financial reports are free from errors; and ensured that all bank, revenue and major account reconciliations are performed on a timely basis.

I worked with various large companies on major projects and assignments, including strategic planning, tender evaluation, corporate restructuring, advising on IFRS/GAAP & tax, and ERP/systems improvements. I acted as a strategic partner with the CEOs and CFOs of the organizations and helped them in setting their strategic objectives. I also led process re-engineering activities for clients and helped them in implementing best practices. In addition, I prepared and conducted finance & accounting training program; namely in GAAP/IFRS compliance, Internal Controls, Risk Management, Forecasting, Budgeting, Financial Planning, and Financial Analysis.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Ae

My main duties included providing overall financial leadership by leading a global team of high caliber finance professionals, I also served on the board of directors and worked closely with the senior executive team to develop the corporate goals and drive the operations. In addition, I was responsible for providing strategic insights, advise and analysis to the board and helped them in setting the strategic priorities. In this role, I supported the growth of the business by building a world class finance team, and I set the strategic and business planning processes. Also, I managed the relationship with both internal and external auditors. As the Finance Director, I led the budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning & analysis, and project managed a large cross-functional team to implement financial system, budgeting & planning system, and process re-engineering for the group companies. I also ensured the company’s financial management methods and internal controls comply with all relevant legislation, policies, procedures and the IFRS. In addition, I managed group projects by conducting feasibility studies, evaluations, comprehensive due diligence reviews, financial model reviews and merger/acquisition analyses. In this role, I was responsible for preparing all the financial reports and the related financial statements, and managed all month-end and year-end activities. I also held monthly business reviews with the MDs, COO and CEO and reviewed the financial information for the group companies. I was responsible for mentoring the team and conducting performance evaluation, training, hiring, development and addressing all staff inquiries. I used my excellent communication skills to address auditor’s concerns for the company’s finances and operations and handled the deficiencies as appropriate.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Ae

In this role, I managed the Finance Committee by directing the overall financial plans and accounting practices. I also effectively communicated with financial institutions and government agencies to foster positive relationships on a regular basis. In addition, I reviewed and analyzed the performance of the different activities to ensure continuous improvements and uncover cost savings. To help develop employees, I also designed an Accounting Manual for use across the company. I was responsible for providing strategic insights, advise and analysis to the board and helped them in setting the strategic priorities. In addition, I led the budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning & analysis, and project managed a large cross-functional team to implement financial system, budgeting & planning system, and process re-engineering for the group companies. I also ensured the company’s financial management methods and internal controls comply with all relevant legislation, policies, procedures and the IFRS. I was responsible for preparing all the financial reports and the related financial statements, and managed all month-end and year-end activities. I also held monthly business reviews with the MDs, COO and CEO and reviewed the financial information for the group companies. I was responsible for mentoring the team and conducting performance evaluation, training, hiring, development and addressing all staff inquiries. I used my excellent communication skills to address auditor’s concerns for the company’s finances and operations and handled the deficiencies as appropriate.

At Insight Business Solutions, I gained the role of Lead Financial Consultant on the Middle East Airlines (MEA) project. I provided MEA with many financial solutions including a re-engineered financial management process for their general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets and cash management. I developed new ways to improve MEA’s budget preparation and planning process as well. I was tasked with providing leadership to the financial personnel of MEA; I coordinated their team to increase productivity. I was also responsible for preparing financial statements, estimates, summaries, analyses and management reports on a regular basis.

In that role, I partook in numerous projects in retail, automotive and government industries. Some notable corporations that I had the opportunity to work with include Juma Al-Majid Group, Dubai Chamber of Commerce & Industry, Al Fahim Group and Toyota Qatar. I recommended modifications to their current procedures to improve their financial reporting systems and accounting procedures. For example, I created Point of Sale (POS) system for Juma Al-Majid Group and provided financial control, analysis and support as well. I had the opportunity to use Oracle Financial Analyzer and Oracle Sales Analyzer to aid in the development of annual operations plans, quarterly forecasts and long range plans. I was also responsible for producing operational sales budgets and forecasts, preparing sales forecasts and creating cost performance methods for retail companies. In addition, I implemented General Ledger, Accounts Payables, Accounts Receivables, Fixed Assets and Cash Management Oracle modules for those clients.

At King Faisal University, I held the position of Lecturer, where I taught numerous business courses such as Financial Management, Production Management, Planning and Control Systems, Concepts of Business Administration, and Principles of Business Administration. In this role, I created course syllabi, lesson plans and class materials. I also took on the leadership role of providing academic advice to students as required. The university’s accounting department was under my supervision too. I took a major role in persuading the College Administration to add a Finance specialization. I helped in preparing for the Gulf Cooperation Council Economics Conference held at the university. This conference involved professors and senior managers from all over the Gulf, other Arab countries and the USA.

As a financial controller, I performed tasks such as controlling receipts, disbursement of funds and reconciling the company’s bank statements. Another important task is overseeing the entirety of the financial functions and financial reporting for the agency. Specifically, I prepared monthly financial reports for cash flow, income statement and balance sheet. I used my proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Access to create simple computerized systems for the purpose of automating the development of reports/statements for the agency. I also used my relationship building skills to foster positive, long-lasting relationships with financial institutions and government agencies.

I completed my one-year mandatory military service as a lieutenant. I managed the Maintenance Department (with a total of 30 soldiers and 20 civilians) by delegating and coordinating the maintenance tasks. In addition, I was responsible for monitoring the department’s fund disbursement. I also provided leadership for the Finance Department on a regular basis. Another task involved coordinating the activities of construction contractors for the North Military Region. I ensured all department and contractor activities complied with policies, procedures and legislation.

As a freelancer, I provided financial services to numerous clients from varying backgrounds and industries. I always strived to put the client’s needs first and devise financial plans that best suit their specifications; I took into account their finances, company profile and past statements to compile a comprehensive financial plan. Utilizing my proficiency in FoxPro, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Access, I developed customized solutions for these clients to manage their daily activities and financial reporting. In addition, I taught Financial Management, as well as Economics and Accounting courses to university students.

Mba, Finance, Management

Bba, Finance, Business Administration