Elias Abi Nader

Senior Finance Manager (Acting CFO) at Express Support Services - Angola
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(386) 825-5501
Location
Batroun, North Governorate, Lebanon, LB
Languages
  • English -
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SD Singh

Mr.Elias is the one of very help full & professional faineance Manager and as well as a person. I was in Soyo offshore block 15/18 for very short time , when I need help I drop a email to him I get update after few hours without any comments or questions like today Saturday or Sunday I always get update by end of day.

Robert McKie

Elias is one of the most capable people I have ever met. As a Finance Manager he is very knowledgeable of all aspects of his job, broad-minded, careful and wise. He is a very efficient, reliable and goal oriented professional. His recognition and dedication enables Elias to view solutions instead of problems. He is a great asset to any company.

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Credentials

  • Visualization and Dashboard Design (Delft University of Technology)
    edX
    Feb, 2017
    - Oct, 2024
  • Analyzing and Visualizing Data with Excel (Microsoft Corporation)
    edX
    Nov, 2016
    - Oct, 2024
  • Competition Law
    Compass Group
    Jun, 2014
    - Oct, 2024
  • Ethics@Work
    Compass Group
    Jun, 2014
    - Oct, 2024

Experience

  • Express Support Services - Angola
    • Angola
    • Facilities Services
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Senior Finance Manager (Acting CFO)
      • May 2021 - Present

      Additional Responsibilities: Head of Finance, Group reporting’s, Clients reporting’s, Budgeting, Forecasting.Tenders support, Strategic planning, process and procedure implementation, staff training.HFM - Hyperion Financial Management, data preparation and submission. MAP pack preparation with commentary. Power BI Reporting and Data review Country-Level ReportingKFC (Key financial controls) Compliance.Statutory accounts and FS submission, Dividend’s repatriation.Constantly maintains and ensure the highest level of confidentiality. Show less

    • Senior Finance Manager
      • Jan 2020 - Apr 2021

      Additional Responsibilities: Compliance with local legislation, keeps up to date on changes in local laws that may affect business activities. Supervision of payroll process (Local and Expat). Validate and review performance of accounting systems, ensure effective internal control. Three party Agreement (TPA) and Forward Contracts. Letter of Credit (LC) for foreign suppliers. Split SCOPE contracts. Resolve all unsatisfactory Audit findings and ensuring that appropriate mitigation controls are put in place.Ensure the development of the skills and competences of the team. Show less

    • Country Finance Manager
      • Jul 2017 - Dec 2019

      Additional Responsibilities: Finance Departments Centralization in Head Office, execution of internal control processes and ensure effective communication within the organization. Consolidation of 3 Balance sheets - SAP ERP (Jan 2018) VAT Implementation in Angola - SAP ERP (Oct 2019) - MM, FICO, HR and SD ModulesHandling and approving Local & Foreign Payables

    • Area Finance Manager
      • Jun 2010 - Jun 2017

      Leading the Finance Dep. Within safe and clean work environment. Implement procedures to support operations. Analyze cost accounting data and assist/supervise with cycle count/physical inventories. Ensure internal controls are robust & active. Full compliance with Group policies & KFC-Key Financial Controls. Submit P&L/Budget/Forecast and commentary to leadership with Analyses. Review cost allocation, ensure accuracy and best practice. Data Analysis, improving financial performance. Monitor working Capital by challenging payables terms, Debtors collection and reduce overstock. Analyzing profitability. Submit cost reports to the business so that they are held accountable for variances against forecast/budget. Possess advanced skills in the use of Excel package, ability of Managing large quantity of data, High proficiency in data organization, combining functions. Self-motivated with ability to prioritize tasks & perform multiple duties simultaneously. Ensure accurate billing. Approve PRs/POs. Maintain the COA/controls in the Finance System. Implement and monitor payment authority practices. Authorize changes in ERP to suit the business requirements. Prepare Appraisals and performance reviews for finance team. Establish and maintain cash/stock controls. Provide necessary support to business units. Ensure all deadlines are met. Provide financial/accounting advice. Protects operations by keeping financial information confidential. Monitor department spending and recommend corrective actions as necessary. Reconcile and review BS Continuously. Day to day staff supervision on Bank/Cash operations, GL Entries, taxes, invoicing, purchasing, Depreciation, Prepayments, Stock movements... Secure financial information by completing data base backups. Tax compliance, payroll processing, Cost control. Work with internal/external auditors, clarify their queries. Software (Navision ERP From Nov 08 to Dec 15 / SAP ERP from Oct 15 to present) Show less

    • Financial Accountant
      • Nov 2008 - May 2010

      Manages the day-to-day operational banking, Daily Cash Reconciliation. Reconcile Suppliers accounts and process payments. Reconcile Clients accounts and manage Debtors collection. Maintain general ledger, prepare journal entries and related supporting documentation, ensuring accuracy and effectiveness in all of our accounting tasks. Ensure accounting records (payments, billings, treasury transactions, etc.) are properly authorized, executed in a timely basis. Prepare 4 week rolling cash forecasts on a weekly basis. Support internal and external audits Comply with all relevant quality, health, safety and environmental management policies, procedures and controls. Control Bank/cash positions, maintain accurate and up to date records of all financial transactions. Liaise with the Bank for Functional issues. Update daily spreadsheet with Operational data for billing Purposes. Ensure timely billing and accurate supporting documentation (Client Approvals). Warrant Successful delivery of billing all Clients on a timely manner. Attend Weekly meetings with Clients Send Payments remittance advice to Suppliers. Monitor and audit the inventory count and records. Comply with Company policies and rules Show less

  • Malah Auditing
    • Dora - Beirut Lebanon
    • Accountant
      • Oct 2006 - Dec 2007

      Auditing of cliental documentation. Study new and existing legislation and comply all legal requirements. Ensure the validity and legality of companies financial records. Prepare, examine, and analyze accounting transactions, financial statements. Review and assess the Company’s accounting and internal control systems underlying the preparation of the financial statements and other financial reports and confirm accuracy. Assist on preparing reports, which includes a summary of accounting and internal control matters that can be improved within the context of each Company in accordance with the related level of risk. VAT preparation. Processing and submitting income and profit taxes. Liaising with other persons on day-to-day basis. Show less

  • Food and Co
    • Nahr Ibrahim - Lebanon
    • Accountant
      • Dec 2004 - Nov 2005

      Processing General Expenses. Stock counting and Inventory indicators (Stock in Days). Day to day Bank & Cash transactions, GL Entries, process taxes. Process depreciation, Prepayments, Reconciliation of bank statements, control Stock movements... Resolve accounting discrepancies. Prepares payments by verifying documentation, and requesting disbursements. Secure sensitive financial information by completing database backups. Maintains customer confidence and protects operations by keeping financial information confidential. Review monthly payroll and payment of staff salaries on a monthly basis. Prepare profit and loss statements and monthly closing and cost accounting reports. Analyzing all financial information before submission. Coordinating with management on financial decisions. Process and record payables and receivable. Settle, regulate and reconcile the balance sheet accounts. Show less

Education

  • University of Cumbria
    Postgraduate Degree, Finance and Sustainability
    2017 - 2022
  • Lebanese Institute - Lebanon
    Certificate in Finance and Accounting, Accounting
    2005 - 2008
  • Eben Khaldoun – Ajman UAE
    Certificate In Peach Tree Accounting System, Accounting
    2008 - 2008
  • Don Bosco Technique - Lebanon
    Certificate in General Accounting, Accounting
    2004 - 2005
  • Batroun Secondary High School - Lebanon
    General Science, Mathematics
    2003 - 2004
  • ACCA
    International Financial Reporting - Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), International Finance
    2014 - 2015

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