Esraa Hamdy
Financial Analyst
Cairo
Summary
Financial Analyst with a proven track record at Agricultural Bank of Egypt, enhancing financial decision-making and team productivity through expert financial modeling and interpersonal skills. Excelled in analyzing financial performance, optimizing budgets and driving profitability improvements, leveraging advanced Microsoft Excel capabilities and effective communication. Achieved significant advancements in financial analysis tools and techniques, demonstrating the ability to work under pressure and deliver impactful results.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages
Work History
Financial Analyst
Agricultural Bank of Egypt
Cairo, Cairo Governorate
10.2021 - Current
- Conducted detailed financial analysis to identify and evaluate changes in operations, trends and potential areas of improvement.
- Streamlined financial reporting for better decision-making with clear, concise analysis and presentation.
- Trained junior analysts on best practices in financial modeling, contributing to a stronger overall team performance.
- Facilitated smooth month-end close processes by efficiently reconciling accounts and addressing discrepancies promptly.
- Played a key role in annual audits by preparing detailed schedules, supporting documentation, and assisting auditors throughout the process.
- Evaluated proposed projects'' ROI using NPV, IRR, and other financial metrics, helping prioritize initiatives with maximum value potential.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize budgets, resulting in improved resource allocation.
- Enhanced forecasting accuracy through the development of sophisticated financial models and tools.
- Enhanced accuracy of financial projections, incorporating latest market trends and data.
- Supported successful negotiations, preparing detailed financial models and scenarios.
- Reduced time spent on manual data entry, implementing automated data extraction tools.
- Optimized budget allocation, conducting meticulous cost-benefit analyses for major projects.
- Drove profitability improvements by advising on cost-reduction strategies.
- Identified underperforming product lines by conducting thorough profitability analysis.
- Enhanced team productivity, leading initiatives to improve financial analysis tools and techniques.
FP&A Analyst
Otrix Hotel Booking
02.2020 - 10.2021
- Reduced manual workloads through the implementation of automation tools for routine FP&A tasks.
- Safeguarded company assets by monitoring capital expenditure requests against established budgets and ensuring proper approval protocols were followed.
- Strengthened internal controls through regular testing, identification of gaps, and implementation of corrective actions as needed.
- Prepared special studies, analysis and recommendations in areas such as budgets, forecasts, financial plans and statistical reports.
- Elevated organizational understanding of financial metrics by creating visually engaging dashboards for management reporting purposes.
- Ensured compliance with accounting standards and regulations by maintaining accurate financial records and documentation.
- Analyzed records of present and past operations, trends and costs and estimated and realized revenues to project future revenues and expenses.
External Auditor
Success Partners
Cairo, Cairo Governorate
07.2019 - 02.2020
- Verified accuracy, compliance and completeness of team auditing work.
- Trained junior auditors in best practices, improving overall team performance and skill sets.
- Conducted 10 thorough reviews of financial statements, ensuring compliance with Egyptian IFRS and other regulatory requirements.
- Presented clear, concise audit findings reports to management, detailing observations and recommended corrective actions for identified issues.
- Improved financial reporting accuracy by identifying and addressing internal control deficiencies.
- Built strong relationships with clients, fostering trust and open communication to facilitate accurate audits.
Education
Master of Science - Finance
Cairo Univeristy
Cairo 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Finance
London South Bank University
UK 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Finance
British University in Egypt
Cairo 12.2019 - 12.2019
Skills
Microsoft Excel (Query & Data Modelling)
Financial statement analysis
Data analysis & observational skills
Financial modeling
Variance analysis
Analyzing performance
Forecasting trends
Quickbooks, Finacle & Arabank
Interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work under pressure
Bilingual (Fluent in Arabic and English written/spoken)
Very good computer knowledge
Certification
ACCA - Association of Chartered Certified Accountants Candidate
Timeline
Financial Analyst
Agricultural Bank of Egypt
10.2021 - Current
FP&A Analyst
Otrix Hotel Booking
02.2020 - 10.2021
Bachelor of Science - Finance
British University in Egypt
12.2019 - 12.2019
External Auditor
Success Partners
07.2019 - 02.2020
Master of Science - Finance
Cairo Univeristy
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Finance
London South Bank University
04.2001 -
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