CURRICULUM VITAE

JOHNSON PONMELIL THOMAS (B.Com., M.Com., PGDFM, CIFRSS & CFM)

Present Residency : Doha - Qatar.

Phone (Mob) : +974-******** ; Email : ad1dxh@r.postjobfree.com ; Linkedin Profile : https://www.qa.linkedin.com/pub/johnson-p-thomas/0/b77/435 OBJECTIVE : To be in an indispensable senior management position in a leading and prestigious organization.

CORE COMPETENCIES / STRENGTHS :

1) Financial Planning, Budgeting & Analysis, executive & regulatory reporting, general management, thorough understanding of IFRS principles, core accounting (AP, AR, GL, FA), treasury operations, business and strategic planning, cash and bank management, risk management, cash flow, business operations, HR, procurement including logistics, legal services and IT.

SKILLS :

1) Marketing, business development and commercial negotiation with vendors and contractors. 2) Commercial project management, contract/claim management, performance/cost controlling. Proactive and positive approach in problem solving and resolution with positive commercial outcomes.

3) Have knowledge and experience to start business operation in new geographical location. 4) Adapt and adopt new technologies and work in new culture very fast and independently considering organizational big picture and objectives. 5) Collaborative team leadership, partnering, effective decision making capability and be able to effectively communicate technical financial information to non-financial internal customers. Projects working with diverse stakeholders both internally and externally. 6) Ability to multi-task and work under pressure to meet deadlines is required and skills to work effectively in team-oriented (multi-cultural, multi-linguistic) environment at different levels from top to bottom maintaining quality.

7) Computer Knowledge : MS-Office (Word/Excel/Power Point/MS Projects), e-mail (MS Exchange / Outlook and Lotus Notes), MS Access, Internet and Accounting packages in Foxpro, Tally, Wynyard Risk Management Software, Navision, BPMS & Hyperion budgeting software and Oracle ERP, Advanced Excel, VBA, Pivot Tables, Power Pivot. EDUCATIONAL / PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS & CERTIFICATIONS : 1) Master of Commerce (M. Com.) from Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University, Nagpur, Maharashtra, India.

2) Post Graduate Diploma in Financial Management (PGDFM). Project – Management of Debtors) from Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Nagpur, Maharashtra, India. 3) Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) from Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University, Nagpur, Maharashtra, India.

4) Certified International Financial Reporting Standards Specialist™ (CIFRSS™) by the International Academy of Business and Financial Management (IABFM). 5) Certified Financial Modeler ™ (CFM™) by the International Academy of Business and Financial Management (IABFM).

6) Certificate Course in Base Program in Systems Management (BSM) from NIIT, Nagpur. EXPERIENCE : 30 Years in the fields of FINANCIAL PLANNING & BUDGETING / FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION / BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT / (MANAGERIAL) JOB PROFILE :

1. SPARKLERS LAUNDRY WLL, DOHA - QATAR

General Manager/Managing Partner of laundry and dry cleaning business started in 1st January, 2021. 2 Page

2. QATAR FOUNDATION AT DOHA - QATAR

Qatar Foundation (Non-Profit) is a private organization working towards the national development in the fields of Education, Science & Research and Community Development (www.qf.org.qa). a) SENIOR FINANCIAL ANALYST / COORDINATOR w.e.f. 1ST JANUARY, 2017 TILL 30TH NOVEMBER, 2020 IN CAPITAL PROJECTS (redundant due to COVID-19). Lead all FPB&A at QF-CPD in Project Management Office viz. development of accounting policies, procedures, financial statements, forecasting, invoice processing for MoF payments, inventory accounting, fixed assets accounting, and GL maintenance thereby ensuring adherence to the applicable accounting standards. Annual budget of QR.3 Billion. KEY RESULT AREAS / KPIs AT QATAR FOUNDATION (CAPITAL PROJECTS)

Developed financial and accounting policies, procedures for QF-CPD.

Lead Finance team to work in collaboration with all the Project Managers to ensure accurate project costs to support on business case proposals and change orders.

Prepare and submit in Hyperion annual budget for QF-CPD. Work with the project management team to prepare financial models, including cost estimates, cash flow, forecasting and budgeting.

Monitor the performance of each project against the set budget. Work with Project Managers in the day-to-day financial management of their respective projects to ensure financial accountability and adherence to policies.

Lead closely with PMCM, Finance, Procurement, Logistics, Asset Management and Capitalization teams in QF, internal and external auditors and Ministry of Finance.

Responsible for Accounts Payable process that includes gaining authorization for quotes, issuing relevant order numbers and dealing on a day-to-day basis with supplier’s queries and requests.

Responsible for 'Contractor Bill Verification and Passing' phase including verification of contractual requirements for performance and advance guarantees, bonds, insurances, etc. Ensure that all invoices pertaining to the suppliers and contractors are processed and paid in a timely and efficient manner. Ensure deduction of WHT if applicable. Maintain a database for all the invoices for future reference.

Ensure monthly and yearly accruals and project accounting postings for ensuring monthly closing correctness.

Update general ledger on monthly basis and ensure accurate posting of all expense and revenue transactions and ensure that financial transactions of QF-CPD are compliant with applicable national and international laws & regulations. Present monthly reports on projects in financial compliance (US- GAAP / IFRS, etc.) including projected cash flow.

Lead Finance with Contracts team in preparation and execution of legal and commercial conditions of contracts with contractors, vendors and suppliers.

Lead in adherence of QF policy QF-Finance (all-round finance viz. Management accounts, General Ledger, Accounts Payable & receivable, Asset Management / Capitalization, Payroll and treasury functions), Human Resource, Procurement including logistics, IT, Support Services, legal services and other administrative issues within QF related to Capital Projects. b) SENIOR BUDGET & FINANCIAL ANALYST FROM 13TH APRIL, 2008 TILL 31ST DECEMBER, 2016 IN RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT.

Lead in FPB&A of the annual budget development process of Research Division including budget development for programs, services, expenditure items and revenues. Plans and evaluates strategies to link strategic planning and budgeting activities. KEY RESULT AREAS / KPIs AT QATAR FOUNDATION (R&D)

Planning, implementing, evaluates and monitors the Research Division's, Qatar Research (Bio- Medical including Cardiovascular Research and Bio-bank, Energy & Environment and Computing including Computing Infrastructure) Institutes and Research Centers like Qatar Science & Technology Park (QSTP) and Qatar National Research Fund (QNRF) budget development, program planning and long term financial planning processes.

Review research budgets across Education City corresponding to the respective business plans in coordination with QF Finance and Strategic Planning Directorates.

Plans, prepares and conducts policy analyses to evaluate operational and budget / financial issues and recommend actions

Develop, implement, coordinate, evaluate and monitor the Division’s-wide activities and processes to identify, evaluate, prioritize and recommend budget requests, reallocations and resource levels

Maintains continuous assessment of Research division’s financial needs and resources 3 Page

Produce research financial MIRs on monthly, quarterly and annual basis.

Develops, implements and evaluates comprehensive plans for financial and/or performance reviews of programs

Champion for ISO Audit and Risk Management / Assessment teams.

Oversees program performance reviews, leads and coordinates activities to adjust budgets accordingly

Oversees budget and manpower review and approval of personnel actions of R&D Administration, R&D Institutes and R&D Centers

Working towards achievement of Qatar National Research Strategy (QNRS) and Qatar National Vision (QNV) 2030.

Getting approval of President R&D and EVP-R&D on budget related matters

Present financial reports as required for research division, research institutes and research centers for reporting to President R&D, Executive Vice President R&D, Executive Director R&D Operations and previous Vice President – Research.

Review and discuss commercial proposals and budget for incoming proposals from prospective external partners, vendors and contractors.

Advise and support all R&D centers and offices for Finance, HR, Procurement and IT related issues as and when required.

Coordinate with international research centers and institutes for budget finalizations. MAJOR ACHIEVEMENTS IN QATAR FOUNDATION :

Received Thanaa Award (Certificate and Cash Award) in recognition of professional excellence from Qatar Foundation.

Longstanding Award for successfully completing 10 years in Qatar Foundation.

Successfully developed business plan and financial budget for FY2009/10 to FY2014/15 for Research Division, Qatar Research (Bio-Medical including Cardiovascular Research Center, Bio-Bank, Energy

& Environment, Computing and Computing Infrastructure) Institutes and Research Centers like Qatar Science & Technology Park (QSTP) and Qatar National Research Fund (QNRF) including program / conference budgets and budget monitoring / review processes.

Successfully developed and implemented system documentation for ISO Certification for review of research proposals for Research Division within Qatar Foundation.

Developed e-Form for Initial Proposal Review of research proposals on SharePoint through QF-IT.

Developed and implemented Finance and ISO Certification Work procedures for Qatar Foundation – R&D Division.

Member of organizing committee of Qatar Foundation Annual Research Forum 2010 to 2013.

Partially involved in take over process of Shafallah Medical Genetics Center (SMGC) by QF specially on Finance domain.

Lead in assisting vendor to develop and host QF-Research Division websites www.qf-research- division.org (Distinguished Lecture Series, Qatar Science Leadership Program, Stem Cell) ; www.qf- arf2010.org, etc.

Developed and compiled R&D Enterprise-wide five-year (FY2013-2018) strategic business plan for manpower of 2,000 and OPEX / CAPEX budget of $3.45 Billion (QAR. 12.59 Billion). 3. AL-FANAR ENERGY COMPANY, QATAR - MANAGER & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER FROM JANUARY ’97 TILL DECEMBER ‘07 alfanar Company (www.alfanar.com) one of the leading group of companies in Saudi Arabia. The group consisted of divisions like Information Technology (IT), Trading, Construction, Engineering Consultancy and manufacturing unit of Electrical products at various locations in Saudi Arabia, UAE & China. I was working with its newly established company alfanar Energy Co., Qatar as Manager & Business Development Manager.

Develop new business of Electrical Construction at Qatar. Overall management of entire operations of Qatar office as a profit center. Established the office from the beginning including legal company registration formalities, office facilities and business development for the new branch office. Reported to the Group Vice Chairman and Construction General Manager. Promoted in December 2005 as Business Development Manager from the post of Business Development Coordinator of alfanar Construction Co., KSA and alfanar Arabia Co. Ltd., Iraq. Handled Co-ordination activities including Finance / Accounts / Administration / Recruitment / Tendering / Business Development etc. for alfanar Arabia Co. Ltd., Iraq and Business Development for alfanar Construction Co., Saudi Arabia. Alfanar Construction is in the Electrical and Power Generation Sector, now in the diversification stage both field wise and geographically (outside Saudi 4 Page

Arabia). Business Development of other industrial sectors, viz. Industrial Engineering, Oil & Gas, Petrochemical and Power Generation in Saudi Arabia and GCC Countries / Middle East. Other responsibilities included General Management, Office Administration, Finance, Banking, etc. Before assigning the above job, responsible in IT Division for Administrative functions including Human Resources (HR), Training Coordinator, assigning resource capacity of staff in Navision ERP, personnel matters, assisting GM in recruitment, independently prepared the system procedure documentation, audit for compliance of laid down procedures, assisting GM in his day-to-day activities and all other works related to GM’s office. Apart from the above, functioned as Customer Care & Quality Assurance Executive ensuring customer satisfaction for our range of IT products and services. Before being transferred to IT division, Involved in the Projects, Tender and Purchase departments of Construction division, where I had contacts with International Suppliers / Vendors / Contractors. MAJOR ACHIEVEMENTS IN ALFANAR :

Independently developed and prepared System Documentation & Procedures / Work Flow and Job Profile for alfanar IT.

Initiated and negotiated for around 4 years till final buy-out of Electro-Mechanical workshop unit Paramount Arabia Ltd., Jubail, KSA, as achievement of alfanar’s business plan.

Took the lead and associated to form alfanar – Awiai and Earthgen, USA consortium to submit Pre- Qualification for Shuqaiq IWPP, KSA (850 MW Power Plant and 212,000 m3 / d Water Desalination Project)

Took the lead to form alfanar - Caramondini, Greece Consortium that was qualified for bidding in King Abdul Aziz International Airport (KAIA) - Jeddah Desalination BOT Project for 30, 000 m3/day Water Desalination plant. This was a BOT project valued close to SR 700 million.

Conducted market survey and established Qatar operations (alfanar Energy Co.) / office – first operation for alfanar Construction outside KSA.

4. NRC LTD., KALYAN, THANE, M.S., INDIA - SENIOR OFFICER (SALES ACCOUNTS) FROM JANUARY ’96 TILL JANUARY ‘97

5. S.M. DYECHEM LTD, M.S., INDIA, JUNIOR ACCOUNTANT FROM JULY ’94 TILL DECEMBER ‘95

6. GLOBAL TELE-SYSTEMS LTD., NAGPUR, M.S., INDIA, BRANCH ACCOUNTANT FROM JULY ’92 TILL JUNE ‘94

TRAININGS / CERTIFICATE COURSES UNDERTAKEN:

Following certified e-Learning course by Qatar Foundation from Supreme Council of Information & Communication Technology (ictQATAR), Qatar (www.elearning.ictqatar.qa) : a. Budgeting : Creating and Analyzing a Budget.

b. Budgeting : Capital Budgeting.

c. Advanced Financial Statements : Financial Statement Analysis. d. Advanced Financial Statements : Reading and Analyzing an Annual Report. e. Advanced Financial Statements : Analyzing Cash Flows. f. Financial Reporting and Scandals.

g. Business Finance : Risk Analysis.

h. Financial Risk Management.

i. Introduction to External Auditing.

j. Principles of Internal Auditing.

k. Overview of Managerial Accounting.

l. Investment Project Analysis and Selection.

m. Managing Working Capital.

n. Master Budgets.

o. Raising Capital and Financing Decisions.

p. Financial Analysis and Evaluation for Business Planning & Decision Making. q. Mini MBA in Finance and Management.

r. Corporate Restructuring.

s. Dynamics of Leadership.

t. Leadership Essentials: Building Your Influence as a Leader. 5 Page

u. Leadership and Change.

v. Communication and Leadership.

w. Moving from Management to Leadership Simulation. x. Growing from Management into Leadership Simulation. y. Motivating Employees and Leading Change Simulation. z. Developing Fundamental Critical Thinking Skills. aa. Intellectual Property and Proprietary Rights.

bb. Certified Associate in Project Management Professional (CAPM) Training – PMBOK Guide – Fourth Edition by Qatar Foundation (which included : Communicating Effectively with Project Stakeholders Simulation, Stakeholders and the Communications Management Plan, Quality Assurance and Quality Control, Controlling Costs, Core PMI® Values and Ethical Standards, Create Work Breakdown Structure, Planning and Managing Project Human Resources Stimulation, Developing and Controlling the Project Schedule, Defining and Sequencing Project Activities, The Role of Ethics in Project Management, Risk Response, Monitor, and Control, Managing Projects within Organizations, Project Management Fundamentals, Project Management Process Groups, Integrated Initiation and Planning, Integrated Project Change Control and Close, Project Requirements and Defining Scope, Monitoring and Controlling Project Scope, Estimating Activity Resources and Durations, Estimating and Budgeting Project Costs, Project Quality Planning, Planning Project Human Resources, Managing Project Human Resources, Processes for Managing Project Communications, Managing Procurements, Planning Project Procurement, Risk Management Planning, Identifying Project Risks, Performing Risk Analysis). cc. Project Management Professional (PMP Exam Prep). dd. Analysing and Documenting Work Procedures and Processes. ee. Document and Records Management.

ff. Documentation Requirement and Processing Mapping. gg. Process Issue Resolution.

hh. Competency Based Interviewer Certification.

ii. MS Access 2007 Professional.

jj. Stock Market Stimulation (How to Invest in the Stock Market with Minimal Risk using the Technical and Fundamental Analysis).

kk. Certified Business Analyst (Foundation).

ll. Business Performance and Financial Measures in Six Sigma. mm. How to Write Procedures.

nn. Guided Workshop for Research Proposal Writing. oo. Building a Research Culture Certificate in Wynyard Risk Management 9.0 Software. pp. Problem Solving & Decision Making (Senior).

qq. Leadership (Management) Practices - Collaboration For Success (Senior Level). rr. Performance Management.

ss. Change Management.

tt. Etiquette & Protocol Skills Training.

uu. NEGOTIATION SKILLS “for Experts”.

vv. CATEGORY MANAGEMENT “for Experts”.

ww. SUPPLIER PERFORMANCE, RELATIONSHIP & CONTRACT MANAGEMENT “for Experts”. xx. FINANCE, PRICE & COSTING “for Experts”

yy. Human Resources : Compensation and Benefits

PERSONAL PROFILE :

NATIONALITY : Indian.

LANGUAGES : English, Hindi & Malayalam (read, write and speak), can understand a bit of Tamil, Marathi and very minimal basic verbal communication ability in Arabic. DRIVING : Holding valid Indian and Qatar driving licenses. VISA : Have Qatar transferable RP valid till 2022 and valid B1/B2 visit visa till 2021 of USA.

(JOHNSON P. THOMAS)

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