Ahmed Hamed Hussain Tawfik Akef
Al-Madinah ,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Senior Financial Manager with over 30 years of experience in financial leadership, accounting, and auditing across contracting, construction, and trading sectors in Saudi Arabia. Proven track record in financial planning, cost control, and optimizing business performance. Skilled in variance analysis, budgeting, and translating complex financial data into strategic insights for decision-making. Adept at leading finance teams, strengthening internal controls, and driving operational efficiency. Seeking to contribute expertise to a forward-thinking organization focused on growth and financial excellence.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work history
Director of Finance And Accounting
Nadeed Alaliyah Co
Al Madinah Al Munawwarah, Saudi Arabia
2025.10 - 2026.04
- Built and implemented a full accounting department from scratch in a startup environment
Director of Finance and Accounts
Specialized Team co.
Jeddah, Mecca Region
2025.05 - 2025.10
- Established strong relationships with banks and other financial institutions for the benefit of the business.
- Supervised a team of accountants, promoting a collaborative work environment.
- Oversaw daily finance operations, ensuring regulatory compliance at all times.
Financial manager
BKHUT AL-JAZEERA for Contracting Est.
Al-Madinah Al-Munawarah, Saudi Arabia
2019.01 - 2025.04
- Partnered with senior management to formulate long-term business strategies, driving growth and sustainability.
- Coordinated large-scale financial projects, ensuring timely completion within budgetary constraints.
- Managed complex audits, resulting in improved transparency and accountability.
- Reduced costs significantly by negotiating better terms with vendors and suppliers.
- Coordinated with external auditors to ensure clean audits for the organization.
Director of finance
Sab Taibah for concrete Ready mix & contracting co. ltd.
Al-Madinah Al-Munawarah, Modon, Saudi Arabia
2016.07 - 2018.11
- Implemented new financial systems enhancing data accessibility and reliability.
Financial manager
BKHUT AL-JAZEERA for Contracting Est.
Al-Madinah Al-Munawarah, Saudi Arabia
2014.09 - 2016.07
- Compiled comprehensive budgets to ensure financial stability.
- Produced accurate and timely financial reports for informed decision making.
Financial manager
Bin Akef trading group
Al-Madinah Al-Munawarah, Saudi Arabia
2003.01 - 2014.06
- Led finance transformation projects to reach company growth goals.
- Managed daily finance services for smooth business operations.
- Represented business in negotiations with external partners.
- Consolidated comprehensive management accounts, integrating income statements, cashflow and balance sheets.
Internal Auditor
Saleh Al-Amoudi EST.
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
2001.01 - 2002.12
Accountant/Auditor
U.I.S
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
1994.01 - 2000.12
- Efficiently managed payroll processing tasks, avoiding errors.
- Prepared monthly and yearly balance sheets, ensuring accuracy.
- Completed detailed profit and loss analysis; identified improvement areas.
Sales consultant
Hyatt regency Int. hotels
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
1993.10 - 1993.12
F.O. shift leader \ reservation clerk
Hyatt regency hotel
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
1989.10 - 1993.09
Receptionist \ reservation clerk
Safir ETAP Hotel
Cairo, Egypt
1986.10 - 1989.09
Education
Bachelors of Commerce - Accounting Department
Ain Shams University
Cairo, EgyptLanguage Course - French
French Cultural Center
Cairo, EgyptSkills
- Financial planning, budget preparation, and financial analysis
- Managing cash flows and improving cash liquidity
- Monitoring financial compliance and adherence to accounting and legal standards
- Managing financial risks, assessing them, and mitigating them
- Contributing to financial decision-making, investment, and funding
- Improving financial performance and enhancing operational efficiency
- Automating procedures to increase efficiency, quality, and speed
- Banking relationships maintenance
- Financial software expertise
- Financial storytelling
Languages
Arabic
Native
English
Intermediate
French
Elementary
Affiliations
- Gardening
Timeline
Director of Finance And Accounting
Nadeed Alaliyah Co
2025.10 - 2026.04
Director of Finance and Accounts
Specialized Team co.
2025.05 - 2025.10
Financial manager
BKHUT AL-JAZEERA for Contracting Est.
2019.01 - 2025.04
Director of finance
Sab Taibah for concrete Ready mix & contracting co. ltd.
2016.07 - 2018.11
Financial manager
BKHUT AL-JAZEERA for Contracting Est.
2014.09 - 2016.07
Financial manager
Bin Akef trading group
2003.01 - 2014.06
Internal Auditor
Saleh Al-Amoudi EST.
2001.01 - 2002.12
Accountant/Auditor
U.I.S
1994.01 - 2000.12
Sales consultant
Hyatt regency Int. hotels
1993.10 - 1993.12
F.O. shift leader \ reservation clerk
Hyatt regency hotel
1989.10 - 1993.09
Receptionist \ reservation clerk
Safir ETAP Hotel
1986.10 - 1989.09
Bachelors of Commerce - Accounting Department
Ain Shams University
Language Course - French
French Cultural Center