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Amr Yousef

Amr Yousef

Chief Accountant
New Cairo

Summary

Experienced Chief Accountant specializing in financial accuracy, strategic planning, and regulatory compliance. Recognized for collaborative teamwork and adaptability. Proficient in financial reporting, budgeting, and auditing. Consistently delivers reliable results by aligning financial operations with organizational objectives.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
2023
2023
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages

Work History

Chief Accountant

Jamal Baghlaf Holding Group
Jeddah
12.2024 - Current
  • Handled month-end and year-end end finances by managing and reporting fixed assets and other data.
  • Completed year-end closing processes with controllers and external auditors.
  • Prepared accounts for industry audits and supported audit process.
  • Maintained accurate financial records by overseeing general ledger reconciliation efforts on a monthly basis.
  • Streamlined financial processes by implementing efficient accounting systems and software.
  • Reviewed documents and accounts for discrepancies and resolved variances.
  • Set up and improved accounting systems and processes to meet business needs and maximize operational success.
  • Assisted team members in transitioning to new system through extensive training and one-on-one support.
  • Managed a team of accountants, fostering collaboration and professional growth for improved department performance.

Accounts Receivable Manager

Radix Development
Cairo, Cairo Governorate
09.2024 - 12.2024
  • Created monthly reports detailing accounts receivable performance metrics for senior management review.
  • Improved department efficiency through the adoption of new technologies and automation tools.
  • Reconciled daily AR ledger and verified proper posting.
  • Verified discrepancies and resolved clients' billing issues
  • Posted customer payments by recording cash, checks, and credit card transactions.
  • Completed daily process adjustments to maintain accuracy.
  • Updated aging reports based on daily audits.
  • Enhanced cash flow by implementing efficient accounts receivable processes and procedures.
  • Led team of accounts receivable specialists, ensuring high levels of motivation and performance through effective leadership.

Senior Cost Accountant

Unanimous for Advanced Contracting
Cairo, Cairo Governorate
05.2024 - 12.2024
  • Prepared accounts for industry audits and supported audit process.
  • Reviewed documents and accounts for discrepancies and resolved variances.
  • Enhanced financial accuracy by implementing effective cost accounting systems and procedures.
  • Preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, providing insights into cost performance trends.
  • Reduced overhead costs with thorough analysis of expense reports and identification of discrepancies.
  • Conducted variance analysis to identify areas of improvement in production efficiency and recommend corrective actions.
  • Proactively addressed ad-hoc reporting requests from senior management, delivering accurate and timely information for strategic decision-making purposes.
  • Gathered, analyzed and reported financial information.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop pricing strategies that optimized both revenue generation and customer satisfaction.
  • Coordinated with the Procurement department to track material costs, identifying opportunities for savings through negotiation or alternative sourcing options.
  • Improved profitability by recommending cost-saving initiatives based on meticulous data analysis.

Cost Accountant

Radix Development
Cairo, Cairo Governorate
03.2022 - 05.2024
  • Maximized profitability with detailed product cost analysis, enabling data driven decision making for pricing strategies.
  • Managed month-end closing activities efficiently, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.
  • Performed financial reporting, trend analysis, and process improvement support.
  • Assisted with month-end closing procedures, journal entry review, balance sheet analysis and monthly management report preparation.
  • Prepared insightful monthly management reports highlighting key trends in cost behavior and offering actionable recommendations for improvement opportunities.
  • Ensured accurate allocations of labor costs by developing a robust job costing system and monitoring timekeeping records.
  • Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing processes and recommending enhancements to safeguard company assets.
  • Conducted in-depth variance analysis to identify root causes of discrepancies between actual results versus projections, informing corrective actions as necessary.
  • Assisted in external audit engagements, ensuring timely completion and compliance with accounting standards.
  • Implemented a robust accounts reconciliation process to maintain data integrity across multiple systems within the organization.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify areas for operational improvements, resulting in significant cost reductions.
  • Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
  • Collected and reported monthly expense variances and explanations.

Junior Accountant

Radix Development
Cairo, Cairo Governorate
09.2020 - 03.2022
  • Prepared journal entries and entered the system.
  • Prepared bank reconciliations monthly to identify potential discrepancies between company records and bank statements.
  • Assisted with preparation of monthly financial statements.
  • Reconciled month-end totals for timely and accurate reporting of financial information.
  • Collaborated with senior accountants to perform month-end closing procedures, ensuring timely financial reporting.
  • Compiled and analyzed financial information to prepare entries for general ledger accounts.
  • Monitored cash flow to maintain optimal liquidity and cash management.
  • Increased efficiency in accounts payable processing by verifying vendor invoices against purchase orders and contracts.
  • Managed supplier accounts and built lasting relationships with suppliers.
  • Provided support during audits by gathering requested documentation and answering questions from auditors.
  • Supported inventory control measures by performing periodic physical counts and reconciling discrepancies with system data.
  • Developed strong relationships with vendors through effective communication, leading to better payment terms negotiation opportunities.

Education

Bachelor's Degree With Honors - Accounting And Finance

Faculty of Commerce - English Section
Alexandria, ALX
09.2016 - 08.2020

International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) Course -

Arab Academy For Science, Technology & Maritime Transport
Alexandria, ALX
08.2019

Skills

  • Adaptability and Flexibility

  • General accounting

  • Multitasking

  • Time Management

  • Problem-Solving

  • General ledger accounting

  • Excellent Communication

  • Bank Reconciliation

  • Teamwork and Collaboration

  • Bookkeeping and Reconciliation

  • Expense Tracking

  • ERP System Proficiency

  • Microsoft Excel Mastery

  • Financial statement review

Software

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Timeline

Chief Accountant

Jamal Baghlaf Holding Group
12.2024 - Current

Accounts Receivable Manager

Radix Development
09.2024 - 12.2024

Senior Cost Accountant

Unanimous for Advanced Contracting
05.2024 - 12.2024

Cost Accountant

Radix Development
03.2022 - 05.2024

Junior Accountant

Radix Development
09.2020 - 03.2022

Bachelor's Degree With Honors - Accounting And Finance

Faculty of Commerce - English Section
09.2016 - 08.2020

International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) Course -

Arab Academy For Science, Technology & Maritime Transport

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