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FINANCE MANAGER • DIVISIONAL ACCOUNTANT • ACCOUNTANT

Astute finance professional expert at driving prudent revenue growth, and offering counsel to key decision makers. Proven track record in understanding new technologies, focusing on continuous improvement, and reengineering business processes. Dedicated to translating company values into practical every-day operations and preserving strong business alliances with clients and vendors.

Professional strengths include:

Ÿ       Secured Debt Analysis Ÿ       Team Supervision Ÿ       Profit & Loss Analysis Ÿ       Debtor Negotiations

Ÿ       FOREX Reporting Ÿ       Operating Budgets Ÿ       Variance Analysis Ÿ       Problem Identification/Resolution

Ÿ       Internal/External Audits Ÿ       Financial Reporting Ÿ       Yield Management Ÿ       Staff Training

SELECTED ACCOMPLISHMENTS

·    Cut monetary losses stemming from currency fluctuations that saw the company buying and invoicing products in separate currencies. Introduced concept of quoting/invoicing in the same currency to avoid risk exposure to foreign exchange variations.

·    Introduced the concept of secured debt percentage and produced easy-to-understand spreadsheet/reporting system that provided management with information on secured debt.

·    Slashed processing times by 67% and dramatically reduced operator workloads by implementing computerized automation process for producing fortnightly sales reports.

·    Convincingly argued for the adoption of yield management principals in generating income and increasing incentives. Emphasized the concept, realized immediate increases in the sales of high-income-generating carriers, and substantially raised incentives.

Ÿ       Identified interdepartmental communication deficiencies, and reengineered process to improve information flows between sales force and financial departments.

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Diploma in Oracle Programming

Boston’s Computer Institute, India (1997)

Bachelor of Accounting (Commerce)

University of Bombay, India (1989)

Other training includes: Key Account Management, and Accelerated Program

(Maritime Mercantile International), and Process Reengineering (Inchcape Middle East)

EMPLOYMENT SNAPSHOT

ABU DHABI MARITIME & MERCANTILE INTERNATIONAL

2002–Present

Finance Manager, Engineering Division

GRAY MACKENZIE & PARTNERS, United Arab Emirates

1997–2002

Finance Manager, Travel Division

1998–2002

Divisional Accountant, Liquor Division

1997–1998

TAMIMI COMMERCIAL DIVISION, Saudi Arabia

1995–1996

Accountant

SIMA ADVANCED TECHNOLOGIES, Saudi Arabia

1993–1995

Accountant

WEST COAST TRADERS, India

1992–1993

Accounts Assistant

TRACTOR ENGINEERING COMPANY, India

1990–1991

Accounts Assistant

EXPERIENCE – IN DEPTH

ABU DHABI MARITIME & MERCANTILE INTERNATIONAL

2002–Present

Finance Manager, Engineering Division

Successes within the company’s travel division prompted appointment to the engineering division; an area in need of assistance to lower debt, reduce backlogs, resolve foreign exchange issues, and improve information flows with other divisions.

Key contributions:

·    Reversed inadequate recording of supplier claims and non-defined timeframes that had led to extended payment times and ill-timed foreign currency payments. Devised a regular suppliers-contact schedule, set deadlines for statement and invoice receipts delivery, and investigated archived invoices to settle long-term supplier disputes.

·    Launched a series of formal meetings with sales department members to counteract the decline in information flows prompted through an “us and them” mindset. Meetings reviewed sales performances via an agency performance analysis report that illustrated successes and highlighted areas in need of improvement and discussion.

·    Championed a new system of work priorities that placed emphasis on the immediate and error-free reconciliation of invoices and expenses. Idea quickly eliminated reconciliation backlogs, leading to quicker identification of errors.

·    Cut monetary losses stemming from currency fluctuations that saw the company buying and invoicing products in different currencies. Introduced concept of quoting and invoicing in the same currency to avoid the risk of significant exchange variances.

·    Introduced the concept of secured debt percentage and produced easy-to-understand spreadsheet/reporting system that provided management with information on secured debt, and cut incidences of unnecessary open credit.

GRAY MACKENZIE & PARTNERS, United Arab Emirates

1997–2002

Finance Manager, Travel Division

1998–2002

Spearheaded a series of productivity and process improvements after thorough analysis of the travel division's operations contributing 20% of company's $US32M turnover.

Identified top issues impeding workflows and staff productivity, and successfully achieved staff and management acceptance for change-management initiatives.

Key contributions:

·    Established a highly productive and motivated team through responsible task delegation, ongoing encouragement, and active collaboration between staff and management during quarterly performance appraisals.

·    Maximized interdepartmental relationships, restoring communication lines, and forging solid partnerships between sales force, accounts staff and senior management.

·    Successfully coordinated external and internal audits, completing all projects on time, in total compliance with government standards.

·    Streamlined preparation, compilation and reporting procedures for fortnightly sales report to the Airlines, dramatically boosting turnaround times.

·    Stressed the importance of yield management when analyzing major carrier sales.

·    Reduced 'days outstanding' for all doubtful debts. Mediated/negotiated special payment terms, restored customer confidence, and preserved strong alliances.

Divisional Accountant, Liquor Division

1997–1998

Reported to: Finance Manager. Leading distributor of alcoholic beverages in Abu Dhabi. Rank No. 1 in Abu Dhabi servicing 80 on-trade outlets; 3 solely owned outlets for retail.

·    Presided over entire accounts payable functions – invoices, reconciliations, payments and vendor relations.

·    Managed accounts receivable processes including payments, review, analysis and follow-up.

·    Forecasted FOREX requirement

·    Reconciled inter-associate accounts for the group company

·    Supported the Finance Manager with end of month routines, stock reconciliations, commission calculations and payment, and MIS reports.

PRIOR ENGAGEMENTS

TAMIMI COMMERCIAL DIVISION, Saudi Arabia

1995–1996

Accountant

SIMA ADVANCED TECHNOLOGIES, Saudi Arabia

1993–1995

Accountant

WEST COAST TRADERS, India

1992–1993

Accounts Assistant

TRACTOR ENGINEERING COMPANY, India

1990–1991

Accounts Assistant

TECHNOLOGY SKILL SET

Applications: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access

Accounting: BOSS 3 Airline Accounting, Sage/C2000 Financial Accounting, Platinum

Accounting package: Internet and email

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FISCAL/PLANNING & BUDGETARY MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL

Leadership~Quality Improvement~Human Resources~Facilities Management

PROFILE

Finance and Operations Manager with proven success in cost reduction, program management, financial reporting and audit preparation. Excels in capturing dramatic cost savings to positively impact the bottom line. Recognized by executive staff as a dependable leader with exceptional problem-solving skills, expertise in maximizing resources and the ability to motivate and encourage others. Knowledge of employee development techniques and processes.

Key areas of competency:

Corporate Auditing	Asset Management	Policy Development
Funds Disbursement	Continuous Quality Improvement	Budgeting
Cost-Benefit Analysis	Financial Reporting	Human Resources

EDUCATION

Appalachian State University, Boone, NC

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ACCOUNTING, May 2000

CPA preparation: Successfully completed all coursework and CPA training requirements; will be taking examination in the near future.

ACCOUNTING/COMPUTER SOFTWARE SKILLS

Windows 95/98/2000/XP, Mac OS 7.5-9.0, Microsoft Office Suite, Peachtree, Pro-Systems & Go-Systems Tax, CCH online, Fixed Asset Depreciation, and Maple mathematical

CAREER HISTORY

FINANCE & OPERATIONS MANAGER

2002 - present

Georgia Avenue/Rock Creek East Family Support Collaborative, Washington, DC

Recruited to develop and implement comprehensive system of fiscal management, financial accountability, and informative management reporting for social services-related agency with $1 million annual operating budget. Supervise maintenance of fiscal management system; evaluate strengths and weaknesses.

Oversee all cash management, accounting procedures and program administration, including accounts payable, payroll, budgeting, and personnel development. Maintain timely, ongoing communication with Executive Director and Board on policy-related issues, fiscal progress and general administration of organization.

·    Implemented written policy procedures and measures to create and increase accounting efficiency and accuracy.

·    Developed stringent cash disbursement policies, which saved the company over $15,000 in erroneous vendor claims.

·    Created extensive audit trail and tracking system; directed company’s first complete federal audit (OMB A 133).

·    Played instrumental role in guiding organization through the 501(c) 3 application process.

·    Cultivated vendor relationships and negotiated new contracts, which led to 40% volume discounts on office supplies.

·    Conducted expense analysis of healthcare insurance benefits, which resulted in annual cost savings of 50%.

Income Tax Preparer

2001–2002

Instant Tax Service, Washington, DC

Served as tax preparer and advisor for retail income tax preparation company. Developed tax returns and related disclosure materials for clients. Researched tax questions and cross-sold other tax services.

·    Counseled clients in tax return preparation, electronic filing and refund options.

·    Reduced clients’ state and federal tax liabilities by conducting thorough computerized interviews.

·    Reviewed and verified prior year tax returns and verified tax returns for thoroughness and accuracy.

Accounting/Invoice Clerk

2000–2001

Charleston Forge Furniture, Boone, NC

Ensured accuracy and timeliness of invoices for fine furniture manufacturer with nationwide delivery options.

·    Generated monthly invoices for demanding delivery department.

Accounting Intern

Spring 2000

Dixon Odom, Greensboro, NC

Selected as an Intern for largest certified public accounting firm in Southeast region with $95 million and presence in 24 cities. Company specializes in accounting, audit, tax and consulting services.

·    Analyzed financial statements and prepared corporate, estate, partnership, and individual tax returns.

·    Actively engaged in company audits; audits included substantive testing of fixed assets, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and other major expense categories.

·    Conducted research of IRS tax laws and codes.

OTHER EXPERIENCE

1992–1999

Held several management positions in the retail, restaurant and hospitality industry. Gained exceptional knowledge in employee development and supervision, customer service and sales training, and inventory and cash management.