AYATHULLAH PUTHANKOTTU PUTHANPURAKKAL
JEDDAH,SAUDI ARABIA
Summary
Analytical and detail-orientated individual trained in finance. Offers comprehensive education and logical thinking mindset to assist finance team. Seeking to launch career with company offering opportunities for professional development.
Driven visionary with knack for strategic planning and leadership. Combines exceptional communication skills with talent for problem-solving. Poised to drive growth and innovation in business head role.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Head of finance
SHARAFIYA FOOD STUFFS TRADING L.L.C
JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA
01.2024 - Current
- Conducted thorough market analyses, identifying lucrative investment opportunities.
- Implemented cost-saving measures; significant reduction in unnecessary expenditure.
- Promoted transparency by producing clear and accurate financial reports.
- Devised innovative financial models to guide investment decisions.
- Optimised resource allocation through effective capital management strategies.
- Managed financial operations, streamlining processes for improved efficiency.
- Spearheaded the implementation of modern accounting systems to increase accuracy in reporting.
- Directed risk management efforts, mitigating potential financial hazards.
- Liaised with external auditors for seamless audits.
- Guaranteed fiscal integrity through meticulous record keeping and auditing practices.
- Instituted robust fiscal strategies to enhance profitability.
- Prepared quarterly VAT return using Sage, ensuring full compliance to internal and external rules and regulations.
- Led finance team to compile key insights from detailed financial forecasts, departmental budgets and monthly variance analysis.
- Challenged and supported management team to implement strategic cost control and revenue generation initiatives across business.
- Managed timely and accurate reporting of various financial transactions and information for detailed analysis.
- Oversaw financial reporting processes, maintaining accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Consolidated comprehensive management accounts, integrating income statements, cashflow and balance sheets.
- Managed cash flow and liquidity, mitigating financial risks and ensuring stability.
- Identified areas for improvement and enhancements in financial processes and reporting mechanisms.
- Administered payroll processes for accurate, timely salary disbursements.
- Forecasted trends and interpreted cash flows to reliably inform business decisions.
- Served as finance business partner to drive strategic business decisions.
- Led finance transformation projects to reach company growth goals.
- Collaborated with business management to set and control annual budgets.
- Developed strategies to increase profits and cost savings.
Business head
CREPE N CRAVE L L C
DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
01.2019 - 12.2023
- Launched new product lines successfully into competitive markets.
- Directed sales team activities for optimal results.
- Set challenging targets to drive sales growth.
- Boosted profitability by identifying and capitalising on new market opportunities.
- Championed corporate social responsibility initiatives, enhancing the company's reputation in the marketplace.
- Created a culture of continuous improvement within the organisation, fostering innovation and efficiency.
- Achieved significant cost reductions by streamlining procurement processes.
- Streamlined operational processes for improved efficiency.
- Led strategic planning sessions to align team with business goals.
- Implemented innovative marketing strategies, resulting in increased brand awareness.
- Spearheaded change management initiatives, leading to enhanced operational effectiveness.
- Established performance metrics, enhancing overall business performance.
- Developed detailed business plans, driving the company towards its objectives.
- Inspired employees to achieve their best performances through effective leadership and motivation tactics.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers, securing favourable terms and conditions.
- Managed risk effectively, ensuring long-term business sustainability.
- Maintained smooth-running business operations by delegating priorities to staff abilities.
- Monitored health and safety measures for guaranteed compliance.
- Led and managed administrative staff to maintain smooth daily operations.
- Investigated issues affecting group operations, prepared reports and helped correct problems.
- Coordinated hiring, recruitment and training strategies to build successful administrative team.
- Designed and implemented training to further develop staff based on business goals.
- Streamlined processes to improve and optimise office operations.
- Analysed and resolved complex resource management issues for optimised scheduling.
- Controlled resources by department or project and tracked use in SAPAAD ERP.
Education
Postgraduate Degree - MASTER OF APPLIED FINANCE
UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG
DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES 01.2015 - 12.2016
SAP - CERTIFIED ASSOCIATE ( FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING (FI))
ATOS INSTITUTE
BANGALORE, INDIA 01.2017 - 03.2017
Bachelor of Commerce - FINANCE
KRISTU JAYANTI COLLEGE
BANGALORE, INDIA 03.2011 - 09.2014
Skills
- Knowledge of erp systems
- Strategic financial planning
- Direct financial operations
- Regulatory compliance understanding
- Financial reporting integrity
- Account reconciliation competency
- Inventory cost control
- Corporate governance expertise
- Mergers and acquisition negotiation
- SAP software use
- Business partnership building
- Strong business intuition
- Negotiation prowess
- Financial reporting system development
- Financial reporting
- VAT returns
- Credit control
- Strategic financial decision making
- Financial dashboard management
- Finance team management
- Audit coordination
- Profit and Loss Analysis
- Customer Service
- Account reconciliation
- Excel proficiency
- Payroll administration
- Reporting and documentation
- Financial governance
- Cash flow statements
- VAT return submissions
Languages
English
Advanced
Arabic
Intermediate
Malayalam
Native
Tamil
Elementary
Hindi
Intermediate
Timeline
Head of finance
SHARAFIYA FOOD STUFFS TRADING L.L.C
01.2024 - Current
Business head
CREPE N CRAVE L L C
01.2019 - 12.2023
SAP - CERTIFIED ASSOCIATE ( FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING (FI))
ATOS INSTITUTE
01.2017 - 03.2017
Postgraduate Degree - MASTER OF APPLIED FINANCE
UNIVERSITY OF WOLLONGONG
01.2015 - 12.2016
Bachelor of Commerce - FINANCE
KRISTU JAYANTI COLLEGE
03.2011 - 09.2014
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