Arwa Mohammed Balsharaf
Jeddah,Saudi
Summary
Accomplished financial leader with expertise in strategic financial leadership and governance, financial reporting, and consolidation. Demonstrates proficiency in IFRS standards (15, 16, 9), budgeting and forecasting, cash flow optimization, and tax compliance and risk management. Skilled in ERP implementation (Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics) and business process reengineering, with a strong focus on policy development and team leadership. Known for cross-functional collaboration and communication proficiency, ensuring financial reporting accuracy and P&L responsibility. Committed to initiative taking and compliance awareness while fostering cultural awareness through interpersonal communication.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
2013
2013
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Accounting Manager
Saudi Air Navigation Services
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
04.2023 - 04.2025
- Lead end-to-end financial operations including general ledger, accounts payable, fixed assets, taxation, and risk compliance across the organization.
- Orchestrated the design and rollout of the 2025 financial plan exceeding SAR 100M.
- Spearheaded ERP transformation initiatives for subsidiaries, enhancing financial visibility and reducing reporting cycles by 20%.
- Established automated frameworks for intercompany transactions and eliminations in consolidated reporting.
- Governed tax risk exposure, ensured full ZATCA compliance, and led resolution of audit queries.
- Championed the restructuring of the chart of accounts to align with reporting and operational needs.
- Directed audits and statutory filings, delivering timely and error-free standalone and consolidated reports.
- Streamlined financial operations by implementing efficient accounting processes.
- Conducted comprehensive risk assessments, improving overall financial security.
GL Section Head
Saudi Air Navigation Services
06.2022 - 03.2023
- Managed monthly and annual financial closings, ensuring adherence to IFRS and internal control standards.
- Strengthened ERP-driven internal controls, reducing manual adjustments by 40%.
- Supervised team development, performance reviews, and capacity planning.
Accounts Payable Section Head
Saudi Air Navigation Services
04.2021 - 05.2022
- Oversaw SAR 50M+ in vendor payments annually with zero late payment penalties.
- Implemented digital invoicing workflows, reducing processing time by 35%.
- Maintained audit readiness through comprehensive documentation and compliance measures.
GL Senior Accountant
Saudi Air Navigation Services
04.2020 - 03.2021
- Directed monthly closings and managed provisions, accruals, and prepayments in line with DoA.
- Played a key role in ERP enhancement projects to improve financial integrity.
Accounting Specialist
Flyadeal
09.2017 - 03.2019
- Finalized monthly closings, VAT, and WHT compliance with external auditors.
- Developed standardized procedures for balance sheet reconciliations and accruals.
Senior Finance Assistant
Qatar Airways
04.2016 - 08.2017
- Administered payroll and accounts payable in adherence to internal and external policies.
- Facilitated vendor reconciliations and payment cycle efficiency.
Account Manager
Zad Modern Limited Co.
09.2013 - 04.2016
- Supervised AR/AP, treasury, and GL functions, supporting statutory compliance.
- Assisted in financial performance tracking and budget variance analysis.
Education
MBA - Finance
Lawrence Technological University
Southfield, MISkills
- Strategic Financial Leadership & Governance
- Financial Reporting
- Consolidation
- IFRS (15, 16, 9)
- Budgeting & Forecasting
- Cash Flow Optimization
- Tax Compliance & Risk Management
- ERP Implementation (Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics)
- Business Process Reengineering
- Policy Development
- Team Leadership
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Communication proficiency
Certification
- CIPD Level 5 (People Management), 11/01/24
- QIADA Leadership Program (ILM), 09/01/24
- Leadership Development Program, HRDF, 01/01/22
- Withholding Tax Workshop, Deloitte, 01/01/21
- PMP Preparation Course, 01/01/19
- IFRS Updates and Adoption Seminar, Deloitte, 01/01/19
- CMA Part 1 Boot Camp, Leoron, 01/01/19
- Efficient Finance & Accounting Operations Best Practices, 01/01/14
Personal Information
Nationality: Saudi
Timeline
Accounting Manager
Saudi Air Navigation Services
04.2023 - 04.2025
GL Section Head
Saudi Air Navigation Services
06.2022 - 03.2023
Accounts Payable Section Head
Saudi Air Navigation Services
04.2021 - 05.2022
GL Senior Accountant
Saudi Air Navigation Services
04.2020 - 03.2021
Accounting Specialist
Flyadeal
09.2017 - 03.2019
Senior Finance Assistant
Qatar Airways
04.2016 - 08.2017
Account Manager
Zad Modern Limited Co.
09.2013 - 04.2016
MBA - Finance
Lawrence Technological University
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