Simmy Mathew, Acca Email & Phone Number

Dubai, Ae

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

In a pivotal moment of company restructuring, I assumed the role as the inaugural financial leader, focusing solely on the Distribution business. This shift required aligning stakeholders with the new business strategy and devising recommendations to enhance profitability and performance across the MENA and CIS regions.At the helm of financial operations for a matrix organization spanning 60+ markets, all served by distributor partners, I have been instrumental in strategic planning and decision-making at the management team level. My efforts have led to the design and implementation of finance and controlling systems that align with the organization’s overarching vision and business objectives.I have fostered strong, trusting relationships with each of the 60 regional distributors, earning a reputation as a business subject matter expert. This has allowed me to partner effectively with these entities to identify solutions to finance and operational challenges, ultimately achieving year-end KPIs.Additionally, I have successfully transformed Distributor business operations by revamping payment plans, financial procedures, and documentation processes. I also introduced a new organizational structure that has significantly improved efficiency. As part of broader organizational restructuring, I collaborated with Global Compliance to introduce a critical policy ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and reducing company risk.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Following my promotion, I assumed another multifaceted role encompassing both regional and business-focused responsibilities. Within this capacity, I continued to serve as the Business Partner & Controller for the Distributor segment in the KMEA region while simultaneously taking on the role of Finance Transformation Manager.Collaborating closely with Country Managers, I conducted thorough performance analyses, identifying trends and opportunities for enhancement. I spearheaded efforts to define business requirements for analytics initiatives, ensuring alignment with overarching business objectives. Additionally, I set performance targets and facilitated performance and development plans with the unit’s Director.One notable achievement was my leadership in piloting the Dunning Process, a collaborative effort involving Operations, Sales, and Collections teams. This initiative led to significant improvements in data accuracy and a reduction in outstanding balances, earning me recognition with a Bravo Award certification. Subsequently, the initiative was scaled region-wide, yielding comparable success.Moreover, I played a pivotal role in driving the development and implementation of analytics capabilities, fostering a culture of data-driven decision-making. By evaluating data requirements and leveraging visualizations and dashboards, I provided transparent insights and actionable recommendations derived from thorough analysis.In addition, I organized training sessions to enhance the team’s analytical skills and initiated competence-development efforts to address skill gaps, fostering a collaborative work environment that promoted information sharing and teamwork.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

I was recruited by KONE for a dual role, serving as the Business Partner & Controller for the Distributor segment in the KMEA region and as Assistant Controller for Regional NEB controlling activities.

Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

During my time with SEWA, I conducted financial analysis, reporting, and planning activities, leveraging data to aid strategic decision-making. I provided insights for productivity enhancements and ensured alignment between budgets and yearly plans. With meticulous attention to detail, I managed P&L effectively, offering accurate financial information. Additionally, I facilitated coordination between Finance and Operations, monitored budgets, and assisted with US GAAP and IFRS accounting standards application, fostering seamless financial operations.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

In my role reporting to the Chairman, I conducted financial analysis, reporting, forecasting, and planning across a diverse portfolio of legal entities and businesses. My insights drove sales strategies, and I collaborated closely with external auditors to ensure compliance. Additionally, I monitored trends in capital employed, fixed assets, prepayments, accruals, and accounts receivables, providing valuable insights for decision-making. I prepared detailed monthly management packs and board presentations, highlighting KPI performance and segment profitability.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

As an Auditor with EY, I led a team focused on audits critical to clients’ financial statements and risk profiles, following EY’s custom audit plan. Additionally, I coached and developed junior team members to ensure compliance with EY standards. I served as a key liaison between clients and EY’s senior management, addressing vital issues during audits. My contributions included identifying errors and potential misstatements, offering corrective suggestions, and ensuring compliance with IFRS. I assisted clients in preparing and presenting financial statements according to IFRS and local statutes. I also played a crucial role in reporting audit results and suspicious findings, evaluating control processes, and analysing actuals against budgets for clients in various industries, including trading, manufacturing, services, and hospitality.My focus was always on delivering high-quality client deliverables on time.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Acca, Accounting & Finance

Member of professional qualification of Chartered Accountancy, Glasgow, UK

Bachelor'S Degree, Accounting And Finance

Earned a BA (Hons.)