Khaled Deeb
Finance ManagerExperienced Finance Manager with over 20 years of diverse industry expertise, including construction, oil and gas, telecommunications, and trading. Skilled in optimizing financial processes, conducting in-depth data analysis, and offering strategic insights to support organizational objectives. Recognized for delivering comprehensive business advice, detailed reports, precise analyses, budgeting, and forecasting. Proficient in evaluating business strategies using advanced data analytics and meticulous reporting techniques. Proven track record of preparing and consolidating financial statements to facilitate organizational growth
Last Resume Update | March 18, 2024 |
Address | Dubai-JLT, United Arab Emirates |
kdeeb779@gmail.com | |
Phone Number | +971555500433 |
Experience
Finance and Accounting Manager
• Developed and managed annual budget in collaboration with department heads, monitored expenses, and carried out variance analysis.
• Optimized inventory management processes by coordinating with warehouse, purchasing, and sales departments.
• Prepared and presented consolidated financial reports to senior management, offering strategic recommendations.
• Managed cash flow and forecasting activities to minimize risk and enhance cash reserves.
• Monitored accounts receivable, accounts payable, fixed assets, and inventory for efficient financial operations.
• Executed VAT processes and declarations in compliance with regulations.
• Carried out regular financial audits to identify and rectify discrepancies in financial records.
• Directed a team of accountants in preparing monthly financial reports, improving accuracy and efficiency.
• Streamlined accounts payable and receivable processes, reducing outstanding balances and improving cash flow management.
• Cooperated with senior management to develop and monitor annual budgets in alignment with company goals and objectives.
Finance Manager
• Acquired business funding from financial institutions, negotiated prices, maintained banking relationships and ensured compliance with lenders and financial institutions’ commitments for smooth business operations.
• Prepared and consolidated financial reports, leading the month-end closing process and conducting regular financial projections.
• Managing funding and treasury procedures, including establishing letters of credit, bank guarantees, performance bonds, and bid bonds.
• Monitored accounts receivable and credit regulation, accounts payable, fixed assets management and control, and inventory control.
• Developed 5-year business plans and enforced budgetary control.
• Executed VAT processes and declarations in compliance with regulations.
• Worked with external auditors (E&Y) to ensure timely completion of financial statements by International Accounting Standards/IFRS.
• Project cash-flow placements, related borrowing demands, and available funds for investment.
• Acquired firsthand experience in concocting, auditing, and acquiring ICV accreditation (In-Country Value Program).
• Implemented ERP systems (E-Promis) for enhanced operational efficiency.
• Supervised and trained finance and accounting staff.
• Established and upheld financial policies and procedures and enforced and maintained internal control systems to ensure accuracy and compliance with financial regulations.
• Managed the transition from the existing Oracle ERP system to E-Promis ERP post the acquisition of Cylingas Company LLC by TSI Group, ensuring seamless data migration and operational efficiency.
Chief Accountant
• Developed and applied efficient strategies for managing and controlling suppliers' payments, resulting in improved accounts payable.
• Performed monthly reconciliation of actual expenses with a budget to ensure accuracy in financial reporting.
• Managed LC/LG and TR accounts to facilitate timely settlements.
• Compiled monthly financial statements, reports, supporting schedules, and analyses.
• Performed full set of accounts and ensured timely closure of accounts.
• Conducted audits on financial reports and collaborated with auditors to ensure compliance and accuracy.
Senior Accountant
• Directed monthly closing procedures and tax computations and returns.
• Verified and authorized journal entries with meticulous documentation and precision
• Performed monthly and quarterly account reconciliations to ensure accuracy and detect anomalies.
• Led the year-end audit process, ensuring timely completion and compliance with regulatory standards
Accounting Head
• As the first-ever Account Manager for the company, I created mindshare and awareness and set up a Produced and reviewed monthly financial statements, reports, supporting schedules & analyses.
• Supervised and contributed to the functions of AR, AP, cost audit, income audit, GL, and Payroll.
• Minimized company risk exposure by following and timely submission of local statutory & taxation fiscal reporting requirements and zakat certificate.
• Boosted productivity of finance & HR departments by developing a timesaving Excel template.
• Cleaned company books and completed the yearly audit performed by KPMG.
• Developed & applied a new chart of accounts and cost center hierarchy chart for the newly implemented GBMS accounting system.
• Worked on two financial year databases of over 400 working sites to reconcile and determine the accurate unbilled receivable, trade receivables, and revenue figure for the financial year.
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting