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Saudi Air Navigation ServicesAccounting Manager
Apr. 2023 - Aug. 2025In this role, I oversaw end-to-end accounting and finance operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, fixed assets, and risk management, while leading group-level reporting in line with IFRS, ensuring zero misstatements for three consecutive years. My role was to manage statutory audits with zero observations while implementing internal controls, risk assessments, and automation frameworks. ๐๐๐ฒ ๐๐๐ก๐ข๐๐ฏ๐๐ฆ๐๐ง๐ญ๐ฌ ๐น Led a finance team of XX direct and XX indirect reports across GL, AP, AR, Tax, FixAsset, Treasury, and inter-company accounting. ๐น Accomplished a 20% reduction in reporting cycle time by leading ERP upgrade, streamlining reporting processes, automating reconciliations, and introducing standardised workflows. ๐น Designed / deployed policies, procedures, and documentation aligned with ZATCA requirements to ensure regulatory compliance. ๐น Introduced a structured internal review process to detect discrepancies, reinforce internal controls, and strengthen audit readiness. ๐น Strengthened governance through internal controls, resulting in three consecutive years with zero misstatements.
Saudi Air Navigation ServicesGL Section Head
Jun. 2022 - Mar. 2023As GL Section Head, I was responsible for leading a team of 3 General Ledger (GL) accountants to manage end-to-end GL operations, including reconciliations, journal entries, and inter-company settlements, which enhanced accuracy and reduced errors in consolidated reporting. In addition, I liaised with AP, AR, and Tax teams to streamline operations. I directed monthly and annual financial closings, ensuring compliance with standards and internal reporting policies. ๐๐๐ฒ ๐๐๐ก๐ข๐๐ฏ๐๐ฆ๐๐ง๐ญ๐ฌ ๐น Reduced manual journal adjustments by 40% by implementing ERP-integrated controls / embedding automated validation checks. ๐น Accomplished a 25% reduction in the close cycle and timely delivery of management reports by standardising financial closing procedures through a closing checklist with defined milestones and escalation mechanisms. ๐น Facilitated knowledge-sharing and collaboration with X - X AP, AR, and Tax professionals while implementing a structured closing calendar, reducing variances and improving audit confidence. ๐น Drove executive-level decisions by delivering insights on reconciliations, control improvements, and closing-cycle efficiency. ๐น Enabled early identification of discrepancies and improved audit readiness by implementing self-audit practices across GL function.
Saudi Air Navigation ServicesAP Section Head
Apr. 2021 - May. 2022ู
ูุฉ ุฌุฏุฉ ุงูุณุนูุฏูุฉIn this role, I managed a team of X AP professionals to manage the Accounts Payable (AP) function, including invoice processing, reconciliations, vendor management, and compliance with ZATCA regulations, IFRS, and internal policies. ๐๐๐ฒ ๐๐๐ก๐ข๐๐ฏ๐๐ฆ๐๐ง๐ญ๐ฌ ๐น Reduced invoice processing time by 35% and enhanced vendor satisfaction by automating digital invoicing processes. ๐น Reengineered end-to-end Procure-to-Pay (P2P) procedures, achieving a 5-working-day close from invoice to payment. ๐น Guided XX staff members in employing digital invoicing and tax automation to drive a culture of process excellence and compliance while partnering with Treasury to optimise cash forecasting and balance vendor satisfaction. ๐น Maintained zero audit findings by embedding documentation practices and reinforcing internal controls within AP operations.
Saudi Air Navigation ServicesGL Sr Accountant
Apr. 2019 - Mar. 2021Jeddah, Makkah Region, Saudi ArabiaServing as a senior knowledge resource and mentoring within the 2-member GL team to coach junior accountants on reconciliations, journal postings, and IFRS applications was a part of my responsibilities. Moreover, I led monthly / annual closings to ensure accurate treatment of provisions, accruals, and prepayments. ๐๐๐ฒ ๐๐๐ก๐ข๐๐ฏ๐๐ฆ๐๐ง๐ญ๐ฌ ๐น Embedded ERP-integrated checks, which reduced manual adjustments by 40% and freed up team capacity for value-added analysis. ๐น Shortened financial close cycle by 25% by improving management reporting timelines, accelerating strategic decision-making. ๐น Drove reconciliation accuracy, documentation quality and compliance tracking, enhancing audit readiness / governance standards.
flyadealAccounting Specialist
Sep. 2017 - Mar. 2019JeddahAs an Accounting Specialist, I was tasked with preparing IFRS-compliant financial statements and executed accurate VAT and Withholding Tax (WHT) reporting to ensure timely submissions and regulatory compliance during the airlineโs early-stage operations. Also, I served as the finance focal point in the startup phase while mentoring X junior staff on accounting standards, reporting protocols, and compliance with Saudi tax regulations. ๐๐๐ฒ ๐๐๐ก๐ข๐๐ฏ๐๐ฆ๐๐ง๐ญ๐ฌ ๐น Established automated reconciliation and reporting processes to reduce manual effort, accelerate reporting timelines, and provide management with faster, more reliable insights. ๐น Designed and implemented a tax compliance framework aligned with ZATCA requirements while ensuring seamless VAT / WHT adoption and safeguarding the company against penalties or non-compliance risks. ๐น Built AP and AR processes from scratch to enable on-time vendor payments and reliable liquidity management. ๐น Played a pivotal role in scaling finance operations by supporting the expansion of the finance team from 4 members and setting the foundation for sustainable financial governance.
Qatar AirwaysSenior Finance Assistant
Apr. 2016 - Aug. 2017Jeddah
Zad Modern limited libilitesAccount Manager
Sep. 2013 - Apr. 2016
WWAB.Co.LtdAccountant
Feb. 2013 - Aug. 2013Jeddah
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