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RE: Assistant Manager

Dear Hiring Manager,

I am very interested to apply for the Assistant Manager position. I came to know about this opening through Postjobfree. Having a twelve year experience in accounting and finance I believe that I would be a great fit and asset for your company.

I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration (Commerce & Accounting) and currently pursuing a CMA designation. During my professional career, I have been actively involved in (but not limited to) day to day accounting entries, monthly and yearly closing, financial statements, monthly-quarterly and yearly financial reporting including Ad-hoc reports. I have been recognized by my supervisors for thorough analysis and ability to pay attention to details. Also, I have been consistently rated as a hardworking, smart working and reliable resource throughout my professional tenure.

In addition, I have excellent communication, interpersonal, time management and organization skills. Along with that, I always work with a flexible approach and don’t shy away to take accountability of the work that I do. My technical skills are backed up with, a strong knowledge of MS Excel, ERP, and the ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies and tools. I wish to contribute my skills and experience to your organization.

Thank you for reviewing my application. I can be reached at aczbkw@r.postjobfree.com and +971*********.

I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Sincerely,

Mohammad Mohtadi

Tel: +971-**-*******

Encl: Resume

Objective:

To work in a Finance function of an esteemed organisation, and partner with management to produce quality analysis, reports and support in planning and forecasting; helping in achieving company objectives, while facing challenges or growth opportunities

Professional profile:

Core business competencies include:

Bachelors Degree, currently pursuing CMA

Experience in Reporting, Budgeting and Analysis

Experience of working on Projects Financial Management

Advanced Microsoft Excel Financial Modeling skills

Demonstrated professional traits and qualities including initiative, teamwork and integrity

Recognized for strong leadership skills & willingness to assume additional responsibilities

Ability to learn new computer applications quickly and independently

Proficiency in accounting software and ERP like SAP and Quickbooks

Work Experience

Part time Financial Accountant February 2015 – Present

Hong kong Trade Development Council

Investigated all GL accounts, made all necessary adjustments

Created & Maintained reports for Fixed assets, Prepayments & Accruals

Month end entries for accruals prepayments & Depreciation

Processed vendor invoices assured correctness & Processed all payments as per contracts

Updated Customers aging report, supported department head with solutions

Reconciled AP, AR, Bank accounts resolved discrepancies

Analyzed, Identified & Explained the variances of P&L report Highlighted areas of concern

Assisted in creating SOP for AP,AR & Expense Procedures

Created Payroll report to maintain & update Salaries, Additions & deductions

Investigated & Registered the daily sales, insured accuracy, Reported & Resolved problems related

Automated all Excel reports related to accounts

Updated Hedging (Cash Flow) report & supported upper management with monthly cash flow solutions

Financial Analyst Sept 2014 – Jan 2015

MacLAREN McCANN, Toronto, Canada

Monthly reports by categories including Flash Reports for senior managers, using Business Intelligence (BI) tools

Analysis and explanation for variances highlighting areas of concern

Month end journal entries for accruals, allocations and provisions in SAP

Assisted in developing Budgets, creating Templates, back up and Assumptions

Price / Volume variance analysis identifying Primary and secondary drivers

Reconciliation of accounts and resolving issues

Periodical Returns for Head Office

Processed vendor invoices in SAP, matching invoices to POs, ensuring all discounts availed

Ad Hoc requests and Reports for senior managers

Providing support in training for advanced Excel to the juniors

Identified areas of Risk and opportunities

FTE/Head Count Report and salary allocations

Senior Financial Analyst Feb 2004-Jul 2014

CONSER, Consulting Enginering Services, Dubai

Compiled monthly Financial Deck, with explanation of major variances

Investigated and analysed assigned GL accounts, resolved issues, provided explanations

Generated monthly overhead reports provided explanations for the variances to cost center managers

Identified areas of Risk and opportunities and provided report to senior management

Posted monthly journal entries to record accrual, prepayments and shared services cost

Managed Accounts Payables, matched invoices with POs, processed invoices for payment

Reconciliation of vendor sub ledger balances with AP control accounts, resolved issues related

Assisted cost center managers in planning for their cost center expenses, populated and finalized templates, assisted in developing assumptions and variables,

Prepared back up support documents for Budgets, trend analysis for consistency, updated binders and upload files

Worked on many projects as Finance representative, provided feedback on feasibility of projects, monitored expenses, ensuring they are as per contract terms, within budget and properly authorized, generated reports and discussed with managers and consultants

Processed monthly Cash and Accrual analysis

Advised upper management with short/long term financial policies

Advised and deployed multiple cost-savings initiatives

Reconciled open LCs with Bank and booked correct liabilities

Salary Allocation, Payroll using WPS

Updated Fixed Assets schedules monthly, extracted details for new additions and disposals

Provided Complete and accurate information for External Auditors

Managed an eight person team, encouraging personal and professional development

Financial Accountant Aug 2003- Feb 2004

Al Hamy Metal Factory, Dubai

Presented detailed monthly, quarterly reports for Senior Management perusal and act as the focal point in preparing year-end reports

Advised and deployed multiple cost-savings initiatives

Processed monthly Cash and Accrual analysis

Month end accrual entries, reconciliation and GL account analyzing

Reconciliation of vendor sub ledger balances with AP control accounts, resolved issues

Education

Pursuing CMA

2002: Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting, Beirut Arab University, Lebanon

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