Experience

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  BAUER Equipment Gulf

  • United Arab Emirates
  • Machinery Manufacturing
  • 1 - 100 Employee

  • Commercial Manager

    • Sep 2013 - Mar 2024

    In my role, I've taken charge of financial management and compliance with a keen focus on spearheading the annual budgeting process for both my department and the entire company. Monthly, I review and update forecasts, analyzing variances to offer strategic advice to our leadership teams, both in regional offices and the German head office, ensuring accuracy in book closings and overseeing IFRS reporting.In the realm of banking and cash flow operations, I've negotiated and managed export Letters of Credit (LC) with banks, holding signatory authority for two crucial bank accounts. This responsibility allowed me to adeptly navigate financial challenges, ensuring smooth cash flow management.Compliance and team management have been central to my duties. I've ensured adherence to various regulatory requirements, including those for Ultimate Beneficiary Owner (UBO) and Economic Substance Regulations (ESR), among others. My coordination with the logistics team has been vital for timely shipments, and I've led the Accounts team while indirectly supporting the Sales & Logistics teams.Operational efficiency and audit management have been key areas of success. I've enhanced efficiency through managing staff contracts, payroll, and implementing Corporate Tax with expert support. My oversight extended to both interim and annual audits, ensuring precision and compliance.Lastly, my supervision over inventory and trade management has involved overseeing stock valuation processes and facilitating smooth vendor payments and customer collections. I've worked closely with commercial and banking teams for efficient trade document management and have traveled to Germany for critical financial and commercial engagements, ensuring our operations are both efficient and compliant.

  • Chief Accountant

    • Oct 2010 - Sep 2013

    I managed the completion of monthly book closures and the preparation of management reports, ensuring our financial data was timely and accurate. This included conducting IFRS reporting, which facilitated clear communication with our head office in Germany. As a team leader, I guided my team to meet crucial company deadlines, cultivating a culture of accountability and excellence, and maintained our Fixed Assets Register using SAP B1, ensuring our financial records were precise.In budgeting and financial planning, I was pivotal in formulating our annual budget and analyzing variances, supporting our strategic financial planning efforts. My responsibilities also included managing timely vendor payments and thorough reconciliations, ensuring our financial obligations were efficiently met.Regarding receivables and cash flow management, I oversaw customer collections, monitored receivable aging, and implemented bad debt control measures, optimizing our cash flow and ensuring effective management of receivables to maintain a healthy financial standing and minimize financial risk.

  • Accountant

    • Sep 2007 - Sep 2010

    Here, I managed the upkeep of our accounting records using both Peachtree and SAP B1 systems, ensuring our financial documentation was accurate and up-to-date. This included compiling bank and intercompany reconciliations for clear financial oversight. My role in financial transactions oversight involved orchestrating the processing of vendor payments and collections from customers, along with developing schedules for monthly book closings to maintain financial accuracy.I also coordinated with external auditors for annual audits, upholding our compliance and financial integrity, and worked closely with our head office in Germany on internal audits to ensure adherence to our standards. In financial communication and reporting, I maintained continuous dialogue with our German head office regarding internal audits and played a key role in preparing and reconciling financial statements, ensuring precision and accountability in our financial reporting.

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  Bridge Of Hope

  • India

  • State In Charge of Accounts

    • Jan 2005 - Jul 2007
    • India

    The role involves developing and implementing financial policies, procedures, and controls to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and efficient use of resources. Supervising the accounting team, preparing financial reports, and providing accurate and timely financial information to support decision-making. Additionally, collaborate with other departments to ensure budgetary adherence, conduct financial audits, and liaise with external auditors to maintain transparency and accountability in financial matters.

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  Skiltek Engineering

  • India

  • Accountant

    • Jan 2003 - Dec 2004
    • India

    The role involves managing and maintaining financial records, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant regulations; preparing financial statements, such as balance sheets and income statements, to communicate the financial health of an organization. Analyze financial data, identify trends, and provide insights that aid in strategic decision-making; Handle day-to-day bookkeeping tasks, such as recording transactions, reconciling accounts, and processing invoices. Additionally, collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, such as auditors and tax authorities, to facilitate financial audits and ensure adherence to tax laws.

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  New Chit Funds

  • India

  • Accountant

    • Jan 2000 - Dec 2002
    • India