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Ahmed Samir Alhager ,CMA

Ahmed Samir Alhager ,CMA

Jeddah,Saudi Arabia

Summary

Certified Management Accountant (CMA) | Financial Planning & Analysis.
Experienced FP&A professional with a proven track record of driving financial performance and strategic planning across diverse industries, including FMCG, building materials manufacturing, fintech, and heavy production. Skilled in financial planning & analysis, cost management, budgeting, cash flow forecasting, and financial accounting.
Strong analytical capabilities combined with hands-on experience in ERP systems such as Oracle and Microsoft Dynamics AX. Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Power BI for data visualization, financial modelling, and reporting automation. Adept at turning complex financial data into actionable insights to support decision-making at the executive level.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
2020
2020
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Financial Reporting & Costing Manager

NAFFCO KSA
Jeddah, Mecca Region
06.2025 - Current
  • Led financial reporting initiatives to enhance accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Developing and managing budgets for both CAPEX and OPEX, and forecasting future expenditures to align with strategic plans.
  • Managed preparation of monthly financial statements ensuring timely reporting and adherence to internal policies.
  • Developed cost analysis frameworks to identify areas for financial improvement and operational efficiency.
  • Oversaw implementation of financial systems to streamline reporting processes and improve data integrity.
  • Conducted variance analysis to assess performance against budgets and provide actionable insights to management.

Financial Planning & Analysis Lead

Egyptian Banks Company
Cairo , Egypt
09.2023 - 06.2025
  • Developed comprehensive financial models to support strategic decision-making processes.
  • Planning and managing annual CAPEX and OPEX budgets for the organization.
  • Conducted detailed variance analysis to identify trends and inform management of potential risks.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to prepare annual budgets and forecasts.
  • Streamlined reporting processes by implementing automated systems for efficiency.

Senior Financial Planning & Analysis

LESAFFRE
Cairo, Egypt
02.2021 - 08.2023
  • Developed comprehensive financial models to support strategic decision-making processes.
  • Analysed financial performance metrics to identify trends and variances in forecasts.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance budgeting and forecasting accuracy.
  • Prepared detailed financial reports and presentations for senior management review.
  • Conducting in-depth analysis of CAPEX and OPEX to identify cost drivers, find opportunities for savings, and improve efficiency.
  • Conducted variance analysis to identify discrepancies and recommend actionable solutions for improvement.

Costing & Budgeting Section Head

Almudayfer Investment Group
Riyadh, Riyadh Region
08.2019 - 01.2021
  • Developed comprehensive budgets to ensure alignment with organizational financial objectives.
  • Analyzed cost structures and identified opportunities for cost optimization and efficiency improvements.
  • Analyzed cost structures and identified opportunities for cost optimization and efficiency improvements.
  • Developed comprehensive budgets to ensure alignment with organizational financial objectives.


Cost accountant

NAFFCO MISR
Cairo, Egypt
08.2014 - 07.2019

• Prepare standard manufacturing costs and preparing variance reports comparing with actual
• Making estimates of new and proposed product costs
• Reconciles FG,RM,WIP inventories
• Assisting in Month end close of the General Ledger
• Conducts physical inventories and monitors cycle count program
• Analyzing changes in product design, raw materials, manufacturing methods or services provided


Accountant

Global Management Services
Cairo, Egypt
09.2012 - 07.2014
  • Prepared financial statements and reports ensuring compliance with regulations.
  • Managed general ledger activities and performed monthly reconciliations effectively.
  • Analyzed variances in financial data identifying trends and discrepancies.
  • Collaborated with auditors during annual audits providing necessary documentation

Education

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting

Benha University
Egypt
06.2006 - 06.2010

Certified Management Accountant

Institute Of Management Accountant ( IMA )
United Stated

Skills

  • Microsoft office suite proficiency
  • Profit and Loss Analysis
  • Budget planning
  • Financial Forecasting
  • Budgeting and financial analysis
  • Financial reporting
  • ERP System
  • Microsoft Dynamic AX
  • Financial Modelling

Languages

Arabic
Native
English
Advanced

Certification

FMVA in Progress

FPAP in Progress

Timeline

Financial Reporting & Costing Manager

NAFFCO KSA
06.2025 - Current

Financial Planning & Analysis Lead

Egyptian Banks Company
09.2023 - 06.2025

Senior Financial Planning & Analysis

LESAFFRE
02.2021 - 08.2023

Costing & Budgeting Section Head

Almudayfer Investment Group
08.2019 - 01.2021

Cost accountant

NAFFCO MISR
08.2014 - 07.2019

Accountant

Global Management Services
09.2012 - 07.2014

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting

Benha University
06.2006 - 06.2010

Certified Management Accountant

Institute Of Management Accountant ( IMA )
Ahmed Samir Alhager ,CMA