Business Development Financial Reporting
Resume:
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*************@*****.***
Abu Dhabi
Egypt
• Valid Driving License
from U.A.E.
EDUCATION
* Bachelor of
Commerce/Accountancy
Degree: B. Sc. of
Commerce/Accountancy
(Mansoura University –
Egypt 2001)
ISMAIL IBRAHIM ABOUELEZZ
ACCOUNTS MANAGER/FINANCE MANAGER/
CORPORATE TAX AND VAT MANGMENT
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Accounts Manager with 23 years of Management industry experience. Gifted at lead generation and efficiently resolving customer issues. Increases business opportunities through outstanding client presentations, effective communication skills and dedication to customer service.
Friendly and supportive leader with a focus on maintaining and extending client relationships. Investigates low-performing accounts and adapts strategies to increase sales and retention. Proven success at negotiating commercial contracts to achieve high renewal rate.
Goal-oriented International Account Manager bringing in 15 years of accomplishment in sales and account relations. Capable of establishing competitive structures, managing large customer load and seeking out new leads with independent and hardworking approach. Seeking new professional challenges with growing team.
Effectively promotes products and increases revenue by connecting with customers and recommending target offers. Organized, adaptable and knowledgeable about preparing displays, merchandising shelves and assisting customers. Drives loyalty with friendly and skilled support
Hardworking and motivated students with good study skills and excellent communication abilities seek opportunities in account management. Works hard to prepare and deliver accurate, thorough work. Collaborates well on group projects for presentations and tasks.
Experienced sales professional with a hardworking mentality and demonstrated success in increasing company profits. Familiar with preparing contracts, researching markets and collaborating with suppliers to improve quality. Clear communicator and practiced multitasker with excellent problem-solving and relationship-building abilities.
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• qualification
LANGUAGES
Arabic
Excellent
English
Advanced
Certifications
CMA, Management
accounts
Chartered finance,
Abu Dhabi, UAE
May 2013
UAE Corporate TAX,
Taxation
PWC, Abu Dhabi, UAE
August 2023
• Training 109 hours
• Graduated with
distinction
SKILLS
• Accounts management
• Financial Management
• Governance, Risk Management
• Compliance requirements
• Financial Reporting
• Financial analysis
• Financial Audits
• Financial Controller
• Budget Management
• budget analysis
• Budgeting
• Employee management
• Working Capital Management
• Forecasting abilities
• Cost Management
• Tax Management
• VAT Management
• Direct Taxation
• Indirect Taxation
• Tax Compliance
• Tax Planning
• Analytical Skills
• Product lifecycle understanding
• Partnership development experience
• Team Leadership
• Business development
• Issue resolution
• Public Relations
• Trend forecasting
• Process Improvement
• Database management
• Lead prospecting
• Employee mentoring
• Sales analysis
• Business development and planning
• Oracle
• ERP proficiency
• Microsoft Office
• Excellent communication skills
• Optimizing business processes
• Key Performance Indicator
monitoring
• Team training
• Customer retention strategies
• POS software expertise
• Customer rapport
• Trade agreements familiarity
• Goal-oriented
• Relationship-building and
management
• Vendor relations
• Supporting international sales team
• Order management
• Real Estate Account Management
• Mentoring and coaching
• Oral and written communication
• Operations coordination
• Checking quotes
• Proficiency with CRM systems
• Relationship-building
• Regional accounts
• International markets understanding
• Needs analysis
• Collections expertise
• Preparing contracts
• Market insights generation
• Target setting and tracking
• Negotiation tactics
• Merchandising expertise
• Tactical planning
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Professional Skills:
• Financial Planning and
Analysis: Ability to develop
innovative financial strategies
contributing to the company’s
sustainability and growth.
• Team Management: Leading
teams effectively to achieve
financial and operational
goals.
• Financial Reporting: Preparing
accurate and clear reports
that assist in informed
strategic decision-making.
• Financial Forecasting and
Budgeting: Proficient in
forecasting future financial
needs and preparing budgets
aligned with company goals.
• Compliance and Risk
Management: Ensuring
adherence to financial
standards and regulations and
minimizing financial risks.
• Cash Flow Management:
Monitoring cash flows to
ensure sufficient liquidity to
support daily
WORK EXPERIENCE 23 YEARS:
Al Khaznah Tannery (ADQ), Abu Dhabi, UAE
Manufacturing and Trading.
Jul 2016 - November 2024
Accounts Manager
Achievements/Tasks
• Lead and manage the accounting department, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.
• successfully achieved cost reductions ranging between 10% and 20% in most projects I worked on. Examples include:
• Operational Costs:I reduced costs by 15% through reviewing expenses and eliminating unnecessary expenditure.
• Production Costs: By improving resource management and reducing waste, I achieved a 10% to 12% reduction in overall production costs.
• Supplier Contracts: Renegotiating contracts resulted in an average reduction of 8% to 10% in raw material and service costs.
• Administrative Costs: The implementation of modern technological systems reduced administrative costs by approximately 20% in certain departments.
• Expansion of Al Khaznah Tannery: I contributed to financial planning and resource management for the factory’s expansion, leading to increased production, improved product quality, and enhanced market share for the company.
• Cash Flow Improvement Project: I designed and implemented a comprehensive plan for effective cash flow management, reducing financial pressure and achieving long-term stability for the company.
• Operational Cost Restructuring: I led an initiative to reduce operational costs, including renegotiating supplier contracts and minimizing waste, resulting in significant financial savings while maintaining service quality.
• Legal and Tax Compliance Project: I helped address complex legal and tax challenges, including changing the company’s legal structure and tax registration, avoiding substantial penalties and improving compliance.
• Financial Team Development Project: I focused on training and developing the financial team, which improved efficiency, reduced errors, and enhanced the overall team performance.
• Financial Performance Evaluation Project: I prepared accurate and well- organized reports that helped the company receive positive evaluations from investment entities such as ADQ, opening new financing opportunities.
• Strategic Financial Planning: Preparing financial plans to achieve long-term company goals, forecasting financial growth and determining Funding strategies.
• Investment Management: Evaluating investment opportunities.
• Financial Risk Management: Identifying and analyzing financial risks and developing strategies to mitigate them, Using financial hedging tools.
• Financial Restructuring: Reducing costs and improving financial efficiency, Restructuring capital to balance debt and equity.
• Financing Management: Overseeing financing for major projects.
• Negotiating with banks and financial institutions
• Financial Reporting and Disclosure: Preparing financial reports to meet stakeholder requirements.
• Ensuring compliance with legal and accounting standards.
• Mergers and Acquisitions Projects: Analyzing target companies and preparing for mergers or acquisitions.
• Digital Financial Transformation: Implementing financial technology to improve company operations
• These percentages represent sustainable achievements that improved the company’s financial efficiency and increased profit margins. And These projects not only enhanced the company’s financial performance but also laid the foundation for sustainable growth and Future success.
• Supervised daily accounting operations to ensure accurate financial transactions.
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TECHNICAL
SKILLS
• Prepared financial statements and analyzed financial data to guide strategic decisions.
• Ensured compliance with local and international tax and accounting regulations.
• Coordinated with auditors to facilitate the audit process and ensure transparency.
• Developed and implemented effective financial strategies to support organizational goals.
• Led and managed daily financial activities such as budgeting, financial reporting, and performance analysis.
• Monitored and analyzed cash flows to ensure liquidity and avoid financial risks.
• Provided advisory support to senior management on key financial and investment decisions.
• Prepared monthly and annual financial reports, analyzing financial gaps between actual and planned budgets.
• Supervised the financial team to ensure efficiency and achievement of financial goals.
• Investigated suspected cases of fraud and theft involving small numbers of transactions or complex systems.
• Helped resolve disputed claims as official client representative to tax officials.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
• Implement and maintain effective internal controls and ensure compliance with financial regulations.
• Coordinate with auditors for annual audits and manage the preparation of audit materials.
• Develop and improve accounting policies and procedures to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Achieved client satisfaction by managing key accounts effectively.
• Developed new strategies with a focus on customer retention.
• Managed business relationships to ensure loyalty and long-term commitment.
• Devised marketing plans, resulting in increased brand awareness.
• Collaborated with the sales team to achieve shared objectives.
• Negotiated contracts to secure profitable deals.
• Resolved client issues promptly, ensuring high levels of satisfaction.
• Analyzed sales data for identifying opportunities for growth.
• Monitored competitor activity, staying ahead in the market competition.
• Worked closely with product development teams for customizing offerings according to client needs.
• Generated KPI reports to illustrate overall performance.
• Analyzed client feedback to highlight areas in need of improvement.
• Addressed account inquiries and provided updated data from CRM software.
• Cultivated strong rapport with clients and stakeholders to support long-lasting partnerships.
• Negotiated contracts and closed deals to achieve favorable terms for corporate objectives.
• Tracked industry advancements in software and services to integrate new and emerging tools.
• Enhanced new business acquisition through strategic networking and lead generation.
• Analyzed and audited market competition, developing sales strategies that showcase unique business offerings.
• Devised pitches and presentations targeted to client needs for improved deal closing.
ERP-Oracle
Sage QuickBooks
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel,
PowerPoint & Outlook)
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Al Khaznah Tannery (ADQ), Abu Dhabi, UAE
Manufacturing and Trading
Jan 2009 – Jun 2016
Senior Accountant
Achievements/Tasks
• Conducted comprehensive budget reviews for cost reduction opportunities.
• Achieved streamlined workflow with thorough process improvement initiatives.
• Improved financial accuracy by implementing rigorous auditing processes.
• Implemented new accounting software to increase efficiency and accuracy.
• Reduced discrepancies in financial statements through meticulous record keeping.
• Prepared detailed financial reports to aid strategic planning efforts.
• Assisted in tax preparations, avoiding penalties and late fees.
• Ensured transparency in company finances with regular report generation.
• Adhered to strict accounting standards, promoting financial integrity throughout the organization.
• Led team of junior accountants ensured high quality work output.
• Streamlined payroll system results in timely and accurate salary payouts.
• Collaborated closely with the finance team; developed annual fiscal budgets.
• Trained new hires on company's accounting procedures; fostered knowledge sharing environment.
• Performed monthly reconciliation of bank statements; eliminated monetary discrepancies.
• Trained new employees in accounting principles and company procedures.
• Organized and carried out month-end, quarterly and year-end processes.
• Conducted regular reviews and official audits to validate record keeping and controls.
• Prepared detailed models, reports and charts highlighting complex financial information.
• Compiled financial data for business forecasting and budgeting.
• Analyzed budgets and financial projections for accurate reporting of company performance.
• Advised management on financial details related to business operations, inventory levels and budgets.
• Produced accurate tax returns complying with official requirements and serving client needs for minimizing liabilities.
• Assessed accounts and accounting systems in cases of alleged criminal activity.
January 2004 - December 2008
Al Kulaib company, RAS ALKIMAH, UAE
Contracting and construction company
- Senior accountant
Achievements/Tasks
• Supervised financial operations for projects and ensured compliance with approved budgets.
• Prepared monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for projects, including profit and loss statements and cash flow reports.
• Coordinated accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring timely payment settlements.
• Analyzed costs and provided accurate reports on actual vs. budgeted costs.
• Provided financial advisory support to senior management for project-related
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financial decisions.
• Conducted comprehensive budget reviews for cost reduction opportunities.
• Improved financial accuracy by implementing rigorous auditing processes.
• Organized and carried out month-end, quarterly and year-end processes.
• Accurately calculating the quantities of all materials and equipment required for project execution.
• Review and assist with Preparing Bills of Quantities (BOQ) based on engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Estimating the overall costs of the project, including materials, labor, and transportation.
• Reviewing documents and engineering drawings to ensure accuracy and compliance with project requirements.
• Analyzing contractor bids and making recommendations regarding pricing and quality.
• Preparing and reviewing construction contracts to ensure compliance with legal and technical conditions.
• Monitoring contract implementation and calculating contractor payments based on work progress.
• Tracking expenditures and comparing them with the project's approved budget.
• Identifying budget deviations and proposing solutions to avoid financial overruns.
• Negotiating prices and terms with suppliers and contractors to secure the best deals.
• Highlighting any changes or claims that may impact on the total cost or project timeline.
• Assessing the impact of changes in design or materials on costs and timelines.
• Providing revised estimates for changes and managing approvals.
• Ensuring that all work complies with approved specifications and standards.
• Monitoring project execution to avoid waste of materials or resources. November 2001 - October 2003
Al Sayed Ali Shoman -, Mansoura, Egypt
Auditor
Achievements/Tasks
• Ensured financial accuracy by carrying out detailed audits.
• Maintained strict confidentiality, always ensured data protection.
• Reviewed company financial statements, detected inaccuracies and inconsistencies.
• Implemented new auditing procedures, increased efficiency in the process.
• Tracked down irregularities in accounting records, assured accurate bookkeeping standards were maintained.
• Advised management on tax implications helped optimize tax obligations.
• Conducted regular reviews and official audits to validate record keeping and controls.
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