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Group Finance Director
DulscoGroup Finance Director
Nov. 2023Dubai, United Arab EmiratesAs the Group Finance Director at Dulsco LLC since November 2023, I oversee the company's operational financial activities and requirements.
Business Owner
Independent AdvisorsBusiness Owner
Jul. 2023Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Financial Controller
TRANSCOFinancial Controller
Jul. 2020 - Aug. 2023United Arab EmiratesManaged financial operations for TRANSCO, a leading UAE utility (now TAQA Distribution) This role was central to reinforcing financial governance and supporting robust financial performance across the organization.
Advisor to the Chief Executive Officer and Board
Visual Lab /ExhibitVAdvisor to the Chief Executive Officer and Board
Mar. 2020 - Jul. 2023Dubai, United Arab EmiratesBased in Dubai, VLab is a boutique media and tech company concentrating on providing both visual and fully customizable virtual 3D Metaverse and AR products and services to businesses in the UAE and GCC. Provided Strategy, Business Development, and Financial advice to the CEO and Board of Directors.
Head Of Finance
Etihad RailHead Of Finance
Mar. 2019 - Jun. 2020United Arab EmiratesIn charge of all things Finance covering Financial Accounting and Reporting, Management Accounting and Budgeting, Project Accounting along with Corporate Finance and Treasury.
Consultant
Emirates Nuclear Energy CorporationConsultant
Mar. 2017 - Mar. 2019Abu DhabiFinance Consultant with the Barakah One Company
Financial Controller - Energy Services
MAZRUI INTERNATIONALFinancial Controller - Energy Services
Sep. 2015 - Dec. 2016Abu DhabiAs Financial Controller, I oversaw the financials of 5 business units within the Energy Services sector of Mazrui International, these included chemical manufacturing, heavy engineering and fabrication, drilling fluids, specialized inspection and trading. During his tenure at Mazrui, Carl was asked to conduct the role of interim CFO.
Finance Director Oman
TebodinFinance Director Oman
Jan. 2014 - Aug. 2015Muscat OmanTebodin & Partner is a 50:50 Partnership between Tebodin BV, (which is a wholly owned subsidiary of Bilfinger GMBH) and a local Omani Company. The business, provides Engineering Consultancy and Design services primarily to the Oil and Gas sector in the Sultanate of Oman. Based in Muscat the position of Finance Director is responsible for all financial aspects of the business in country, including all commercial evaluations and project reviews
Head of Managment Accounting
Emirates Nuclear Energy CorporationHead of Managment Accounting
Feb. 2010 - Jan. 2014Abu DhabiIncorporated in 2009, the principal activities of ENEC are the promotional and preparatory activities required to facilitate the deployment of peaceful civil nuclear power in the UAE. The position of Head of Management Accounting covered the management, preparation and delivery of all the corporations management accounting and reporting requirements along with the managing the delivery of the corporation’s annual budgeting exercise for submission to government and its periodic forecasting exercises
Group Financial Controller
AMBBGroup Financial Controller
Mar. 2007 - Jan. 2010Dubai UAEWith a 300 Million UAE Dirham turnover, AMB is a small to mid-size family owned building contractors, based in Dubai United Arab Emirates. The company has 5 separate operating divisions - Civil construction, Mechanical Electrical and Plumbing, Interiors, Small Works and Landscapes, and was responsible for the on time delivery of all Premier Inn hotels throughout the Emirates. Reporting to the Managing Director, the position of Group Financial Controller, which was a newly established role, was responsible for the management of all accounting and finance relating functions of the business, including full group consolidation and development of all accounting related policies and procedures and internal controls. The position was also responsible for the development off sound banking relationships and facility enhancement. Two of the key areas of delivery that Carl was responsible for was the smooth transition of company auditors and restatement of accounts in line with IFRS, and implementation of the group’s new ERP package.
International Accounting Mgr
McDermott International Inc.International Accounting Mgr
Apr. 2004 - Feb. 2007Dubai UAEPart of McDermott International, J Ray is one of the world’s leading constructor of Oil Rigs and pipelines, servicing the Oil and Gas sector. The position of International Accounting Manager was based in J Ray’s Eastern Hemispheres Head Office in Dubai, United Arab Operations. The position was responsible for the management and development of the organizations newly formed Shared Services Accounting group, which covered the organizations entire Eastern Hemispheres operations. Along with the management of the daily core operational functions of the finance department, the position was also responsible for the delivery of the consolidated financial reporting and forecasting to the organizations head office in Huston, establishment of SLA’s across all affected areas of business, development of all related policies and procedures and to insure the adherence to SOX 404 requirements. The position had a total of 50 direct and indirect reports located in several different countries.
Various Senior Financial Positions
BPVarious Senior Financial Positions
Jul. 1996 - Dec. 2003United Kingdom and United Arab EmiratesFinancial Controller BP Exploration Abu Dhabi March 2001 to December 2003 Carl was promoted into the position of Financial Controller, while still at the Abu Dhabi Marine Operating Company. Core responsibilities for the role were to develop all financial reporting and analysis for the unit, management and delivery of the unit's annual budget and its presentation to company's head office, establish service level agreements between the corporate finance function and other business units, contract evaluation and to provide strategic financial support to all managers in the unit. Senior Accountant BP Exploration Abu Dhabi April 1998 to March 2001 Carl was seconded into the Abu Dhabi Marine Operating Company, which is the offshore oil development arm of the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company. The position was responsible for the management of all financial accounting related matters, including payables, receivables, payroll, and inventory accounting along with the preparation of the company's year-end financials and regular cash flow submissions for government funding requirements. The role also covered the development of the company's financial systems. The position also saw Carl spearhead the development of a competency based training program for all UAE graduates entering the finance function. Assistant Business Controller – BP Oil UK Jul 1996 to March 1998 Based in BP Oil UK’s Llandarcy refinery in South Wales, the position covered the production of the business’s monthly management and year-end financial accounts, along with annual budget preparation, capital investment appraisals and site KPI’s. During his tenure at Llandarcy, Carl also headed up the refinery’s financial reporting transition as a result of the BP/Mobil Oil joint venture, along with spearheading the submission for a worldwide benchmarking exercise for all lubricating oil refineries. Carl also formed part of the submission team that won the Welsh quality award in 1996.

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