Abdelrahman EL Gohary

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain the budgetary duties according to the project boundaries
• Prepare periodic financial reports to compare the cumulative expenses with the assigned budget for each project and analyze the difference of over and underspending
• Verify the allocation of the expenses according with the project budget line items with application of the accrual basis
• Managing 42 research grant in accordance with the federal rules with the allocated budget
• Reviewing US-Partners reports, and ensure proper documentation of all activities for payment processing
• Contribute to the quarterly USAID accrual report by reporting the planned activities of the research grants
• Conduct along with the finance director, periodic meetings with the research teams, pillar coordinators and PIs to revise the work plan of activities with the project timeline

Key Achievements:

• Implemented innovative process improvements that enhanced productivity and reduced operational costs.
• Established strong relationships with key stakeholders to maintaining loyalty and drive repeat business opportunities.
• Coached junior team members, fostering professional growth and improving overall team performance.
• Increased team efficiency by streamlining communication and implementing new project management strategies.
• Directed work of junior employees, monitoring quality, compliance and productivity.
• Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare the revenues entries upon receiving the payment from each customer to maintain an adequate cash flow record
• Assist in the preparation of cash flows analysis
• Verify the charges assigned to each project and ensure cost associate includes the relevant proper set of documents and needed approvals
• Support the Finance manager and upper executives with project tasks when required
• Evaluate and negotiate contracts with vendors
• Compare available goods with industry trends and new products
• Purchase goods or service that meet the quantity and quality expectations of the organization

Key Achievements:

• Delivered informative presentations to potential clients, showcasing the unique value of products or services offered.
• Negotiated contracts successfully, securing favorable terms for both the company and clients.
• Conducted regular check-ins with existing clients to assess their needs and identify upselling opportunities.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop comprehensive marketing strategies, resulting in increased brand awareness and revenue growth.
• Led negotiations, securing deals that aligned with both client expectations and company goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Verify and book vendor accounts, debit notes and invoices approvals
• Review and verify employee custodies and petty cash accounts
• Prepare month end close reconciliations for vendors
• Handle the regional accounts and communicate with regional vendors
• Trained on the (Microsoft dynamics 365 -finance & operations-)