Ramy Mohamed Sabry Amin
Finance Director
Cairo
Summary
Strategic and results-driven Finance Director with over 20 years of progressive experience across the Middle East and North Africa in corporate, construction, industrial, and contracting environments. Proven expertise in leading financial operations for mega projects, group-level financial management, and ERP-driven financial transformation. Adept at driving profitability, ensuring compliance, and delivering strategic insights to executive leadership. A collaborative leader skilled at integrating finance with operations, engineering, and project delivery.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
3
3
Language
Work History
Finance Director
China State Construction (CSCEC)
12.2023 - Current
- Oversee financial operations for mega, government & Private sector projects across Egypt and North Africa Countries , ensuring accuracy, compliance, and profitability.
- Spearhead ERP system rollout (Oracle/SAP) for real-time cost tracking, subcontractor payments, and project profitability analysis.
- Contribute to the design, development, and continuous improvement of company policies and procedures to ensure organizational compliance and operational efficiency
- Lead budgeting and forecasting for multi-year construction programs, integrating project finance with strategic planning.
- Manage interim payment certificates (IPCs), claims, variations, and client billings to optimize cash flow and recover contractual costs.
- Direct local tax compliance, transitioning to Egypt’s 14% VAT framework and optimizing internal tax workflows.
- Lead a multidisciplinary finance team and established rigorous internal audit and cost control systems.
Group Senior Finance Manager
Al Azaizy Group for Industries
10.2020 - 11.2023
- Directed centralized financial operations for a diversified group of companies (industrial, contracting, and trading).
- Controlled corporate tax, VAT, payroll tax, WHT, transfer pricing, and e-invoicing processes in compliance with Egyptian regulations.
- Supervised preparation of consolidated financial statements and led external audit coordination.
- Strengthened risk management practices and elevated financial reporting standards group-wide.
- Provided strategic insights to executive management for capital structuring, fundraising, and investment evaluation.
Group Accounting Manager
Al Bawani Contracting Company
05.2020 - 09.2020
- Oversaw general accounting, financial statement preparation, and corporate audits for one of Saudi Arabia’s leading contractors.
- Strengthened internal controls and standardized financial procedures across multiple business units.
- Supervised accounting teams, ensuring accurate and timely financial closings and reporting.
- Supported year-end audits and ensured adherence to IFRS and corporate financial control policies.
Finance Manager
TCSE JV - Saudi Italian JV - Riyadh Metro
07.2016 - 04.2020
- Directed full financial management for Riyadh Metro JV project, covering accounting, tax, and bank relationships.
- Managed budgets, forecasts, receivables, and payables in collaboration with procurement and project control teams.
- Oversaw implementation of VAT, WHT, and transfer pricing compliance.
- Managed financing arrangements, including debt and equity funding through banks and financial institutions.
Budgeting Manager
Citiscape Construction Co. (Abunayyan Holding)
07.2015 - 06.2016
- Led corporate budgeting process across multiple departments, consolidating forecasts and financial performance.
- Delivered analytical insights and variance analysis to senior leadership.
- Improved accuracy and efficiency of the group’s financial planning processes.
Group Planning, Budgeting & Costing Section Head
Dar Al Mimar real-estate Group (DMG - Mountain View)
07.2013 - 06.2015
- Developed and managed annual budgets and strategic plans across the group.
- Conducted feasibility studies, performance analysis, and business planning to improve profitability.
- Enhanced control over companies’ disbursements and optimized cash flow management.
Chief Accountant & Budgeting
Arab Consulting Engineers (Moharram–Bakhoum)
12.2011 - 06.2013
- Managed full accounting operations, financial planning, and analysis for Egypt and Qatar branches.
- Prepared budgets, forecasts, and profitability analyses for multiple engineering projects.
- Oversaw cash flow forecasting and financial reporting in compliance with company standards.
Audit Supervising Senior
KPMG Hazem Hassan
01.2007 - 11.2011
- Led audit engagements for major industrial, construction, and real estate clients.
- Assessed internal control systems and prepared management reports with improvement recommendations.
- Conducted audits for leading clients including Orascom Construction, Juhayna, Beyti, LG, and Elsewedy Electric.
Education
MBA - Finance
The Arab Academy For Management, Banking And Financial
Cairo, Egypt 04.2001 -
IFRS Certificate -
ACCA
04.2001 -
Certified Management Accountant (CMA) -
IMA
Fellowship -
Egyptian Society of Accountants & Auditors
B.Comm. - Accounting Department
Cairo University
Cairo, Egypt01.2006
Skills
Financial Strategy & Planning Industrial, Construction & Project Finance Management ERP Implementation (Oracle, SAP, Dynamics AX) Budgeting, Forecasting & Cost Control Taxation (VAT, WHT, Corporate, Transfer Pricing) Financial Reporting & Consolidation Risk Management & Compliance Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration Banking Relations & Project Financing
Interests
Reading, sports, and traveling
Timeline
Finance Director
China State Construction (CSCEC)
12.2023 - Current
Group Senior Finance Manager
Al Azaizy Group for Industries
10.2020 - 11.2023
Group Accounting Manager
Al Bawani Contracting Company
05.2020 - 09.2020
Finance Manager
TCSE JV - Saudi Italian JV - Riyadh Metro
07.2016 - 04.2020
Budgeting Manager
Citiscape Construction Co. (Abunayyan Holding)
07.2015 - 06.2016
Group Planning, Budgeting & Costing Section Head
Dar Al Mimar real-estate Group (DMG - Mountain View)
07.2013 - 06.2015
Chief Accountant & Budgeting
Arab Consulting Engineers (Moharram–Bakhoum)
12.2011 - 06.2013
Audit Supervising Senior
KPMG Hazem Hassan
01.2007 - 11.2011
MBA - Finance
The Arab Academy For Management, Banking And Financial
04.2001 -
IFRS Certificate -
ACCA
04.2001 -
B.Comm. - Accounting Department
Cairo University
Certified Management Accountant (CMA) -
IMA
Fellowship -
Egyptian Society of Accountants & Auditors
Technical & Language Skills
Languages: Arabic (Native), English (Fluent)