Ahmed El Zarka
Finance Business Partner
Cairo
Summary
Highly skilled Finance Business Partner with a strong background in financial reporting, cost management, and auditing. Over four years of experience at KPMG-Egypt, progressing from Junior Auditor to Audit Supervisor, before transitioning to Canal Sugar as a Finance Business Partner. Expertise in SAP ERP, financial analysis, cost control, and strategic decision-making. Adept at collaborating with business leaders to provide financial insights, optimize performance, and drive profitability. Proficient in Microsoft Office and financial systems, with strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills. Fluent in Arabic and English at a C2 level
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Finance Business Partner
Canal Sugar
03.2024 - Current
- Collaborating with business leaders to provide financial insights and recommendations
- Supporting strategic decision-making processes through detailed financial analysis
- Preparing and presenting financial reports to senior management
- Monitoring financial performance and identifying areas for improvement
- Developing and implementing financial strategies to drive business growth
- Working with the Sap Team in implementing new modules in order to control the operational process
- Leading the monthly financial classing process
Audit Supervisor
KPMG-Hazem Hassan
09.2023 - 03.2024
- Develop audit plans and objectives based on risk assessments.
- Lead and SUPERVISE teams in conducting financial audits.
- Ensure audits are completed within scope, timeline, and budget.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, laws, and regulations.
- Prepare audit reports detailing findings, risks, and recommendations.
- Present audit results to senior management and stakeholders.
- Maintain thorough documentation for audit procedures and evidence.
- Supervise and mentor auditors, providing training and guidance.
- Review audit work papers.
- Stay updated on industry standards (e.g., IFRS, EAS, ESA).
Senior Auditor
KPMG- Hazem Hassan
03.2023 - 09.2023
- Develop audit programs based on risk assessments.
- Lead financial audits.
- Conduct walkthrough and test internal controls.
- Ensure audits are completed within deadlines and scope.
- Ensure compliance with IFRS, EAS and company policies.
- Prepare detailed audit reports with findings and recommendations.
- Present audit results to senior management.
- Maintain accurate documentation of audit procedures and evidence.
Assistant External Auditor
KPMG- Hazem Hassan
01.2021 - 03.2023
- Assist in planning and conducting audits.
- Perform detailed testing of financial transactions and internal controls.
- Verify compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and accounting standards.
- Conduct follow-ups on audit findings to ensure corrective actions are implemented.
- Prepare work papers to support audit findings.
- Ensure proper documentation of audit procedures and evidence.
- Work closely with senior auditors and team members.
- Attend training sessions to improve auditing skills.
Junior Auditor
KPMG- Hazem Hassan
11.2019 - 01.2021
- support audit planning and execution under senior auditors' guidance.
- Conduct financial data analysis and transaction testing.
- Verify compliance with regulations, internal policies, and industry standards.
- Assist in evaluating internal controls and identifying weaknesses.
- Document audit observations and recommend process improvements.
- Participate in risk assessment activities.
- Prepare work papers to support audit findings.
- Maintain detailed records of audit evidence and procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Business administration and management - Business administration and management
Cardiff metropolitan university
10.2015 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Business Administration And Management - Business administration and management
Arab Academy For Science, Technology & Maritime Transport (AAST)
10.2015 - 06.2019
Skills
Microsoft Office
Timeline
Finance Business Partner
Canal Sugar
03.2024 - Current
Audit Supervisor
KPMG-Hazem Hassan
09.2023 - 03.2024
Senior Auditor
KPMG- Hazem Hassan
03.2023 - 09.2023
Assistant External Auditor
KPMG- Hazem Hassan
01.2021 - 03.2023
Junior Auditor
KPMG- Hazem Hassan
11.2019 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Business administration and management - Business administration and management
Cardiff metropolitan university
10.2015 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Business Administration And Management - Business administration and management
Arab Academy For Science, Technology & Maritime Transport (AAST)
10.2015 - 06.2019
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