Experience

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  Siemens LLC

  • Dubai, United Arab Emirates

  • Financial Controller

    • Dec 2018 - Present
    • Dubai, United Arab Emirates

    • Summarizes LC UAE/KSA PG Division monthly/quarterly questionnaires, data of which is required for the quarterly Hub meeting.• Collects data from country controllers for the annual budget preparation, LC UAE PG BTA.• Provides monthly explanations for deviations in Smart Reporting in consultation...

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  Gulf Steam Generators LLC

  • Dubai, United Arab Emirates

  • Financial Controller

    • Feb 2013 - Nov 2018
    • Dubai, United Arab Emirates

    • Prepares annual budget BTA in coordination with the Managing Director as well as internal hourly rates.• Provides periodical analysis of financial report KPI's and recommends appropriate actions if necessary. • Prepares monthly financial forecasts including head counts for submission to the...

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  National Marine Dredging Company

  • Abu Dhabi, U. A. E.

  • Finance Manager (Projects)

    • May 2011 - Jan 2013
    • Abu Dhabi, U. A. E.

    • Prepare timely and accurate monthly financial reports including budget control/profitability reports and forecasts and variance analysis for consideration by management in their decision making. • Set up departmental goals and objectives geared towards the overall company objective. • Guide and...

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  Boskalis

  • Netherlands
  • Civil Engineering
  • 700 & Above Employee

  • Project Finance Manager

    • Dec 2009 - Mar 2011

    • In charge with the overall function of the Finance Department from work budget preparation, cost monitoring and financial reports preparation including analysis.• Works in close coordination with the Project Manager in preparing the Budget Control Report (BCR) submitted quarterly and monthly when deemed necessary. • Prepare weekly and periodical cash flow reports for proper fund management including project liquidity forecast for foreign exchange hedging purposes. • Oversee general accounting functions, including AR/AP, accounts reconciliation and cash management. • Supervise the preparation, maintenance and presentation of internal and external financial data.

  • Asst. Finance Manager - Area Middle East

    • Oct 2008 - Dec 2009

    • Responsible for the consolidation of various financial reports of group companies / projects belonging to Area Middle East. • Monitor correctness and status of project controllers’ reports to ensure timely submission and compliance with company policies and procedures. • Prepare Area Middle annual and quarterly Management Control System (MIS Area Middle East) report for finalization by Area Finance Manager in consultation with Business Unit Controller for onward submission to the Head Office. • Supervise closely controllers of Abu Dhabi office, Oman and Mussafah Yard in addition to training controllers in preparation for future assignments. • Represent the company in internal and external audits.

  • Head of Administration - Bahrain

    • Sep 2005 - Sep 2008

    • Direct financial management functions including preparation of monthly/quarterly financial reports, forecasts and budgets. • In charge with the overall function of the Finance Department from work budget preparation, monitoring of costs and financial reports preparation including analysis.• Prepare budget control reports (BCR) for various projects in coordination with various Project Managers. • Handle Joint Venture projects from setting it up until final distribution of shares, improve working capital, monitor working capital requirement, manage cash/distribute excess cash to partners based on sharing agreement, prepare JV reportorial requirements, coordinate with partners on JV financial matters, implement internal control and protect JV assets until liquidation/distribution, maintain financial integrity of management reports, represent the JV in internal and external audits.• Oversee general accounting functions, including AR/AP, accounts reconciliation and fund / liquidity management including forecasting. • Supervise, train and develop project controllers to become highly competent in preparation for possible future individual assignment. • Maintain open line for queries from controllers assigned in projects and town offices.• Represent the company in internal and external audits.

  • Project Controller

    • Mar 1997 - Sep 2005

    • Aside from the project controller function, supervises fellow controller in performing the overall function of the Finance Department to ensure timely submission of reports. • Set up a system for proper allocations of costs to various running projects. • Oversee general accounting functions, including AR/AP, accounts reconciliation and fund / liquidity management including forecasting. • Prepare budget control reports (BCR) in consultation with the Project Manager under the scrutiny of the Area Manager. • Prepare weekly and monthly cash flow reports and ensure foreign exchange obligations are met. • If no project administrator is available, also responsible for arranging provisions for site requirement.

  • Accountant

    • Jul 1996 - Feb 1997

    • Prepared work budget and budget control reports for projects without site controllers. • Assisted the Finance manager with the day to day business of the Finance department.

  • Accountant

    • Nov 1995 - Jul 1996

    Project: Sabiya Power Plant• In charged with the overall function of the Finance department from work budget preparation, general ledger functions, costs controlling, budget control report and other financial reports preparation including clerical functions.

  • Accountant / office administrator

    • Mar 1994 - Oct 1995

    Projects : Ras Al Khaimah Creek, Fujairah Oil Terminal • Petty cash custodian and office administration function. • Arranged catering and accommodation of project personnel. • Set up network of suppliers for the project technical and office requirements.• Arranged staff visa and crew clearance including air ticket bookings for personnel mobility.

  • Accountant

    • Aug 1992 - Mar 1994

    Project : Ras Laffan Dredging Joint Venture• Primarily responsible for workshop administration including job costing and invoice preparation, creditor invoices processing and allocation of costs for personal account.• Simultaneously acted as office administrator for Rockfall that did rock blasting works for the Joint Venture.

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  Philippine National Lines

  • Manila, Philippines

  • Chief Corporate Accountant

    • Sep 1983 - Aug 1992
    • Manila, Philippines

    • Mainly responsible for the preparation of budgets, monitoring of costs, monthly financial reports including analysis, investment portfolio management. • Ensure smooth operation of the Finance department with its day to day business.

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  Peso Bank

  • Angeles City, Philippines

  • Assistant Chief Accountant

    • Feb 1982 - Aug 1983
    • Angeles City, Philippines

    • Prepared consolidated monthly financial reports collecting information from all branches nationwide. • Regularly visited the branch offices to ensure reports are in line with bank policies.• Prepared reports required by regulatory bodies like Central Bank of the Philippines.

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  E. P. Feliciano and Associates, C.P.A.'s

  • Angeles City, Philippines

  • Accountant / Auditor

    • May 1977 - Mar 1981
    • Angeles City, Philippines

    • Handled books of accounts of client establishments up to finalization. • Conducted regular audit in preparation for the issuance of audited financial statements of client establishments. • Prepared income tax returns and represented the client in tax audits.