AHMED KHALIL
CFO - Chief Finance Officer
DUBAI
Summary
Dynamic finance leader with extensive experience as CFO at YAY Global, excelling in strategic financial planning and risk management. Proven track record in enhancing cash flow and optimizing liquidity, while fostering a culture of continuous learning. Adept at building effective governance frameworks to drive organizational success and sustainability.
Experienced with financial strategy development, budgeting, and compliance. Utilizes comprehensive financial analysis to inform decision-making and drive organizational growth. Track record of leading cross-functional teams to achieve financial objectives.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
CFO- Chief Finance Officer
YAY Global
09.2024 - Current
- Led budgeting process, collaborating with department heads to allocate resources strategically and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
- Enhanced cash flow management through the development of robust forecasting models, ensuring optimal liquidity for business operations.
- Oversaw budgets, payroll, and accounts payable and receivable.
- Ensured compliance with all regulatory requirements by staying current on industry developments and implementing necessary controls within the organization.
- Managed relationships with external auditors, ensuring a smooth and efficient annual audit process with minimal findings or issues identified.
- Managed risk effectively through the establishment of a comprehensive risk management framework, safeguarding company assets against potential threats.
Executive Director
AMECO
04.2018 - 08.2024
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a collaborative work environment for increased productivity.
- Developed and implemented organizational strategies to achieve set goals and objectives and secured long-term success.
- Set organizational goals and objectives to guide and direct company focus and achieve mission fulfillment.
- Oversaw financial management, ensuring fiscal responsibility and long-term sustainability for the organization.
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- Developed strategic partnerships with key stakeholders to expand the organization''s reach and influence.
Finance Manager
KIMAL LLC
01.2015 - 03.2018
- Enhanced budget management by implementing expense tracking and cost reduction strategies.
- Optimized cash flow with diligent monitoring of accounts receivable and payable.
- Increased financial efficiency by streamlining and automating financial reporting processes.
- Trained new and existing staff members in various financial procedures to prepare for job requirements.
- Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
- Negotiated favorable terms with vendors, resulting in significant cost savings for the company.
Internal Auditor
MANSOUR HOLDING GROUP
07.2011 - 01.2015
- Produced audit reports.
- Documented recommendations to improve internal controls.
- Identified and reported audit issues.
- Performed internal audits of financial and departmental operations, developing risk assessments and conducting process for compliance with documented processes.
- Evaluated company's policies to determine how well standards adhered to best practices.
- Reviewed and identified risks, analyzed controls and tested compliance.
Senior Accounts Payable Specialist
MANSOUR HOLDING GROUP
06.2007 - 07.2011
- Maintained accurate vendor records by regularly updating contact information, banking details, and tax identification numbers as required.
- Supported budgeting process by providing historical spend data analysis to inform future projections accurately.
- Communicated with vendors to resolve discrepancies impeding payments.
- Managed a high volume of invoices, ensuring accurate coding and prompt approval from relevant departments.
- Reviewed and submitted purchase orders for equipment, supplies and professional services.
Education
MBA - International Finance
Arab Academy For Science, Technology & Maritime
Cairo, Egypt 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Accounting - Accounting And Finance
Cairo, University
Cairo, Egypt 04.2001 -
Skills
Proficient in liquidity management
Timeline
CFO- Chief Finance Officer
YAY Global
09.2024 - Current
Executive Director
AMECO
04.2018 - 08.2024
Finance Manager
KIMAL LLC
01.2015 - 03.2018
Internal Auditor
MANSOUR HOLDING GROUP
07.2011 - 01.2015
Senior Accounts Payable Specialist
MANSOUR HOLDING GROUP
06.2007 - 07.2011
MBA - International Finance
Arab Academy For Science, Technology & Maritime
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Accounting - Accounting And Finance
Cairo, University
04.2001 -
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