Reji Isaac

Senior Finance Professional with 20+ year of proven experience

Detail oriented senior finance professional with 20+ years of UAE experience having completed the Post Graduation in Finance and Accounting (M.com) & Master of Business Administration (MBA-Finance). Confident and competent with a proven track record of complete handling of Finance& Accounts, Treasury and Audit Functions of companies engaged in Trading, Contracting and Manufacturing activities. Expertise in managing entire accounting concepts, financial policies & system procedures and adopt a pragmatic approach in finding solutions. An effective communicator with exceptional relationship management skills and have the ability to relate to people at any level of business. Proficient in Tally Software, Oracle Financials and ‘ePROMIS ERP Applications.

Last Resume Update April 30, 2019
Address Dubai, United Arab Emirates
E-mail rejisac@hotmail.com
Phone Number +971506988574
Website https://www.linkedin.com/in/reji160267

Experience

Hills and Fort Group
Finance Manager
Nov 2014 - Current

Funds Management/Cash flow Forecast
 Managed cash flows of the Group companies contributing to the achievement of predefined financial objectives. Forecasted cash flow positions, related borrowing needs, and available funds for investment. Ensured that sufficient funds are available to meet ongoing operational and capital investment requirements
Liaison with banks
 Built and maintained professional relationship with banks across the group. Liaised with banks for facilities like LCs, TRs, overdrafts, Bill discounting and guarantees – labor, performance, and advance payments – to meet the operational requirements.
 Financial Reporting
Prepared monthly financial reports with relevant schedules and other periodical MIS reports as required by the Management. Assisted the team as and when required with ad hoc requests.
Payable&Receivable Management
 Kept track of the money receivable from clients and followed up to realize the receivables. Monitored the Ageing report and made sure that all are received within the due date. Kept track of the amount of money owed to vendors. Negotiated payment terms with vendors. Monitored the Ageing report and managed the payments to be made for smooth management of Cash flow.
Payroll Management
 Oversaw the processing of payroll at the month end and made sure it adheres to the requirements of the Wages Protection System (WPS).
Financial Analysis and Control
 Engaged in ongoing cost reduction analyses in all areas of the company. Interpreted the company's financial results to management and recommended improvement activities
 Reviewed company bottlenecks and recommended changes to improve the overall level of company throughout. Improved systems and procedures and initiated corrective actions
 Maintained accounting controls by establishing chart of accounts, defining accounting policies & procedures.
 Met financial accounting objectives by development and implementation of goals, policies, priorities and procedures relating to financial management, budget, accounting and payroll. Guided other departments by researching and interpreting accounting policy, applying observations and recommendations to operational issues.
 Achieved accounting operational objectives by contributing accounting information and recommendations, preparing and completing action plans, resolving problems, determining system improvements, implementing change.
Overall Accounts Management
 Managed and oversaw the daily operations of the accounting department. Managed the monthly closing of accounts and prepared financial statements conforming to IFRS and coordinated with auditors for on time finalization of accounts. Continuously reviewed and monitored the adequacy of systems, procedures and other relevant records to ensure compliance with VAT and quarterly VAT Return filing.

Paris Gallery Group
Treasury Manager
Oct 1997 - Oct 2014

Cash flow Management/Forecast
 Performed effective cash management by preparation and monitoring of daily cash flow statement for all group companies, consolidated as well as individually. Forecasted and budgeted cash flow which included forecasting of sales and expenses and projection of monthly cash inflows and outflows for the budget period. Compared budgeted with actual performance on a periodical basis.
Funds Management
 Liquidity management by ensuring that sufficient funds are in the bank accounts to cover the expenses and cheques issued. Continuously monitored the financial covenants and compliance with other contractual requirements and raised early warnings for potential non-compliance and gave recommendations
Liaison with banks
 Built and maintained professional relationships with banks and financial institutions across the group. Interacted with banks regarding clarifications and advices for letter of credits, trust receipts, interest on loans, payment transfers, collections etc.
Trade Finance
 Gathered necessary information or documentation to process and complete Commercial letters of credit and related financial transactions for Paris Gallery Group and its subsidiaries. Performed drafting, processing and amending of application for letter of credit, document examination, and collections in accordance with organizational policies, the Uniform Customs and Practices for Documentary Credits (UCP) guidelines, and import& export restrictions.
Bank/Cash Reconciliation
 Oversaw the preparation of Cash/Bank reconciliation for various bank accounts for the Group on a monthly basis
Accounts Receivable Management
 Managed receivables and provided information on debtor’s ageing and followed up for collection of receivables.
Financial Reporting
 Submitted financial statements with all relevant schedules and other MIS reports as required by the Management.
General Duties
Oversaw accounting department daily functions to ensure efficiency and compliance. Managed month-end and year-end closing. Supported annual audit by providing information and answers to auditors. Protected organization's value by keeping information confidential.

Al Batna Dairy Products Manufacturing
Senior Accountant
Mar 1996 - Jun 1997

Monthly bank reconciliation and extraction of Trial balance after GL scrutiny.
Preparation of financial statements and other Management Information Reports such as Product wise/Salesman wise Analysis, Expense variance Analysis, Profitability analysis etc.

Macintyre Strater International
Auditor
Mar 1992 - Jan 1996

Independently handled Audits which included budgeting, planning and programming the job and conducted the audits of clients involved in different operational activities like Contracting, Trading, Manufacturing and Services, etc. Performed Interim system Audit for Hotels and Schools on quarterly basis.

Education

MIBM Global
MBA Finance
Jun 2018 - May 2019

Master of Business Administration -Finance

University of Calicut
M Com
Jul 1987 - Jun 1989

Master Degree in Commerce(Finance&Accounting)

University of Calicut
B Com
Jul 1984 - Jun 1987

Bachelor Degree in Commerce and Accountancy

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