ABDALLAH YOUSSEF
Cairo
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Cost Control Accountant
United Group for Engineering Business
08.2020 - Current
- Monitoring and analyzing costs.
- Cooperating with project managers to help them meet budgeting goals.
- Writing reports and presenting information to key stakeholders.
- Developing and adjusting budgets.
- Researching to find opportunities to reduce expenses.
- Evaluating project requirements to provide vital resources, including financial and human resources.
- Communicating with suppliers to negotiate material costs.
- Optimizing decommissioning procedures to minimize losses.
- Visiting and monitoring retail outlets to assess wastage and efficiency.
- Implementing accounting software and automating cost control systems.
- Developing financial reporting procedures and systems.
- Collaborating with project managers to create effective budgets.
- Calculating the variance between the budgeting plan and reality.
- Investigating unprofitable variances and losses.
- Developing cost-efficient solutions to implement changes.
Treasury & Banking Accountant
El Fahd Auto Group (ECRAL)
03.2020 - 07.2020
- Reviewed invoices for accuracy and completeness prior to payment processing.
- Created journal entries accurately and timely for month end close processes.
- Monitored cash flows and prepared weekly cash projections.
- Provided guidance to other departments regarding accounting policies and procedures.
- Prepared monthly closing entries for multiple companies' books of records.
- Gathered banking transactions via statements, recorded activity in Excel format and reconciled balances.
Treasury Accountant
Alasab General Transport and Contracting L.L.C.
Abu Dhabi
02.2016 - 01.2020
- Maintained up-to-date records of all treasury activities in accordance with GAAP standards.
- Performed financial analysis to evaluate capital structure decisions such as refinancing or restructuring existing debt agreements.
- Assisted with developing short-term borrowing strategies to manage liquidity needs of the company.
- Monitored foreign exchange rates and hedged currency exposures as needed.
- Managed banking relationships including opening new accounts or closing inactive accounts.
- Prepared monthly bank reconciliations and resolved discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Developed and maintained procedures to ensure all treasury transactions are accurately recorded in the general ledger.
Financial Accountant & Treasurer & Storekeeper
Gorgeous Beauty Clinic
Heliopolis-Cairo-Egypt
06.2012 - 01.2016
- Ensured compliance with established internal control procedures by examining records, reports, operating practices, and documentation.
- Coordinated audit activities by providing necessary information and preparing requested documentations.
- Prepared journal entries for month-end close process.
- Analyzed financial data to identify trends and discrepancies.
- Provided support during external audits conducted by auditors from head office or other locations.
- Analyzed business operations, trends, costs, revenues, financial commitments and obligations to project future revenues and expenses.
Financial Accountant & Treasurer
Egyptian Travel Bureau
Cairo-Egypt
09.2010 - 08.2012
- Participated in ad hoc projects related to improving overall financial reporting processes.
- Collaborated with other departments to improve processes related to finance and accounting operations.
- Reviewed financial records, including income statements and balance sheets, to ensure accuracy.
- Managed day-to-day finance operations by working closely with accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll staff to provide direction.
- Prepared monthly bank reconciliations and general ledger entries.
Treasurer
Jaz Little Venice Golf Resort
Ain El Sokhna-Egypt
07.2009 - 07.2010
- Prepared monthly bank reconciliations and general ledger entries.
- Supervised month-end close processes and reconciled treasury transactions.
- Prepared and presented operational reports to senior management and executive teams.
- Managed accounting, payroll, and financial reporting activities.
- Reviewed invoices for accuracy before processing payments.
Education
BSc. of Commerce -
Suez Canal University
Sues, Egypt01.2010
Skills
- Excellent computer and internet user
- Microsoft Office
- Oral Expression The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking or writing so others will understand
- Mathematical Reasoning The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem
- Perceptual Speed The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among sets of letters, numbers, objects, pictures, or patterns The things to be compared may be presented at the same time or one after the other This ability also includes comparing a presented object with a remembered object
- Selective Attention The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted
- Excellent User for all things concerning about Microsoft Office
- Good at communication with other people & Team Worker
- Self-learner and Ability to work under pressure
- Good presentation skills and Ready to give a hand to others
Personal Information
- Place of Birth: U.A.E.
- Date of Birth: 12/31/89
- Nationality: Egyptian
- Marital Status: Married
Referee
Available on request
Languages
- Arabic, Mother tongue
- English, Very Good both spoken and written
Training
Red Sea Tours, Cairo, Egypt, 06/2010, 09/2010, 3 months
SAP Training
ODOO Training
Timeline
Cost Control Accountant
United Group for Engineering Business
08.2020 - Current
Treasury & Banking Accountant
El Fahd Auto Group (ECRAL)
03.2020 - 07.2020
Treasury Accountant
Alasab General Transport and Contracting L.L.C.
02.2016 - 01.2020
Financial Accountant & Treasurer & Storekeeper
Gorgeous Beauty Clinic
06.2012 - 01.2016
Financial Accountant & Treasurer
Egyptian Travel Bureau
09.2010 - 08.2012
Treasurer
Jaz Little Venice Golf Resort
07.2009 - 07.2010
BSc. of Commerce -
Suez Canal University
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