Business-minded Finance Manager promoting more than 20 years of expertise overseeing transactions and reconciling monthly financial reports. Highly collaborative individual with track record of effectively training and coaching staff members. Offering confidence, team contribution and decision making skills.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Finance Manager/CEO
Richter Group for Real Estate Consultancy Co.
10.2022 - Current
Managed business operations and all company affairs, while monitoring the performance of the company.
Develop and implement the overall vision, mission, and strategic goals of the brokerage.
Control the structure of the company, modify company policies and procedures, and oversee the development and execution of policies and procedures.
Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
Monitor revenue streams, expenses, and profitability, taking corrective actions when necessary.
Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal real estate laws and regulations.
Implement risk management strategies to protect the company, its agents, and clients.
Oversee internal audits, and maintain relationships with legal and compliance advisors.
Identify market opportunities and competitive threats to position the company for long-term success.
Evaluated industry competition regularly to maintain a competitive advantage in the marketplace.
Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
Ensure the company operates efficiently, meeting or exceeding profitability goals.
Managed day-to-day business operations and ensured all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
Follow up on the performance of the sales team by analyzing the performance using CRM programs.
Establish and maintain a high standard of customer service, and ethical business practices.
Mentored staff members on best practices in customer service and sales techniques, leading to increased performance levels.
Drive sales growth by supporting agents with training, tools, and resources.
Analyze performance metrics to optimize agent productivity and market reach.
Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
Built productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives.
Owner / CEO
Coldwell Banker Egypt - Spark
10.2024 - 06.2025
Managed day-to-day business operations and all company affairs, while monitoring all the performance of the company.
Develop and implement the overall vision, mission, and strategic goals of the brokerage.
Control the structure of the company, and modify company policies and procedures.
Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
Drive sales growth by supporting agents with training, tools, and resources.
Collaborate with the marketing team to develop innovative campaigns to attract clients.
Follow up on the performance of the sales team by analyzing the performance using CRM programs.
Ensure the brokerage operates efficiently, meeting or exceeding profitability goals.
Established a positive workplace culture that fostered employee engagement, collaboration, and loyalty.
Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
Elevated brand awareness with targeted marketing campaigns, leveraging social media and digital platforms.
Enhanced company's market position by identifying and pursuing new business opportunities.
Improved team productivity by introducing innovative project management tools and techniques.
Finance Controller and Internal Audit Manager
Bench Co. for financial consulting, Kuwait
04.2021 - 08.2021
Performing the functions of the financial controller in reviewing the monthly reports of clients.
Improved financial reporting accuracy by streamlining and automating data processing tasks.
Monitoring the performance of chief accountants.
Control the structure of the company
Add and modify company policies and procedures.
Follow up on the performance of the teamwork by analyzing the performance using international programs.
Conducts and directs audit plans.
Ongoing reviews of organizational controls.
Ongoing oversight of all expenses and the application of efficiency and effectiveness standards for.
Cost control.
Review compliance with organization policies, procedures, and country laws and regulations.
Review and appraise the efficiency and effectiveness of the use of resources.
Review the proper application of accounting and financial controls, compliance procedures, and the timeliness of documentation generation.
Assist in the adequacy and extent of programs designed to safeguard organizations' assets.
Compiles and issues a report detailing conclusions and providing recommendations for improvements.
Follow up on all deviations and mistakes until management takes corrective action.
Directs and appraises the activities of audit and compliance personnel.
Recommends employee training and the span of supervision.
Approve the new hire and their qualifications.
Prepare a financial budget for the internal audit department.
Cooperation with external and internal parties.
Finance Manager
Oula Local Fuel Marketing Co. K.C.C., Kuwait
08.2012 - 09.2020
Generated monthly reports: balance sheet, profit and loss, and cash flow.
Strengthened internal controls through regular audits and adherence to regulatory requirements.
Prepared the company’s annual budgeting.
Directly supervised all modules of the ERP Oracle Accounting System (Financial, Supply Chain, Inventory, Purchasing, Order Management).
Trained new and existing staff members in various financial procedures to prepare for job requirements.
Supervised the entire accounting team.
Implemented monthly close procedures and adjustment entries in the general ledger.
Preview
Was responsible for the accuracy and timeliness of all accounting data for the company.
Was responsible for coordination between Finance and other departments.
Provided assistance to the Controller in terms of planning and development.
Supervised and analyzed all areas of accounts payable, receivable, cash management, and payroll to ensure correct and timely payment to vendors and employees, revenues, and expenses.
Supervised and maintained records for capital assets, depreciation, contracts, and leases.
Compiled and interpreted departmental costs and statistics.
Costing and reporting of physical inventories.
Direct compilation of data to the general ledger, the preparation of financial and operating reports, and the analysis of variances between actual operating results and budgeted amounts, in addition to trends reflected in changes in financial data and statistics.
Maintained the company’s financial statements and accounting records according to the generally accepted accounting procedures.
Was responsible for working with the Controller and departments to develop the company’s annual operating and capital budgets.
Participated in departmental/division committee meetings as required.
Provided assistance to the Controller to prepare financial analysis, both monthly and as requested, of operations, in addition to providing highlights, with explanations of the major positive and negative variances to the budget.
Bank account reconciliation.
Liaised with banks for facilities contracts and agreements.
Handling Treasury Section (TT, LG, LC, and DD)
Performed other duties as assigned by the Financial Controller.
Chief Accountant - Financial Department
KGL Holding Co. (Kuwait and Gulf Link Transport Co.)
05.2004 - 04.2012
Assisted with monthly balance sheets.
Assisted P&L on a monthly basis.
Prepared cash flow on a monthly basis.
Assisted with budgeting on an annual basis.
Assisted with the monthly close procedures.
Analyzed financial statements on a monthly basis, as well as variance reports.
Analyzed revenues, costs, and expenses to ensure proper registration.
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