Helios: Experienced in employee reimbursement processing and invoice verification
Bilal Raza
Financial Analyst
Riyadh,01
Summary
Accomplished Finance Specialist with 6+ years of progressive experience in financial operations, accounts payable/receivable, and international reimbursement systems. Proven expertise in managing end-to-end invoice processing, tax-compliant reporting, and account reconciliations using platforms like Helios and IFSSC. Skilled at identifying financial risks, implementing control measures, and driving operational efficiency through process improvements. Adept in mentoring cross-functional teams, ensuring policy compliance, and maintaining data integrity across global financial environments. Well-versed in Microsoft Excel and financial documentation workflows, delivering accurate results under pressure.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages
Work History
Finance Specialist
SANY International Development Trading Company
09.2024 - Current
- Managed end-to-end reimbursement processes using Helios and IFSSC portals, ensuring timely and accurate processing of employee expense claims.
- Verified invoices, checked supporting documents, and maintained detailed financial records with full tax compliance.
- Approved reimbursement requests after thorough verification, ensuring alignment with company policies and statutory requirements.
- Collected, reviewed, and archived original invoices to ensure audit readiness and maintain document integrity.
- Conducted regular account reconciliations to validate financial accuracy and resolve discrepancies efficiently.
- Provided system training and process guidance to employees, enhancing their understanding of reimbursement procedures and financial systems.
- Monitored financial performance and effectively communicated key insights to management and relevant stakeholders.
- Identified process inefficiencies and provided actionable recommendations for timely improvements and corrections.
- Mentored junior team members on financial analysis, modeling techniques, and professional best practices to support their professional growth.
- Collaborated directly with customers to resolve escalated financial discrepancies during reconciliation processes, ensuring timely issue resolution.
- Reviewed and submitted financial reports and documentation to support the company’s financial objectives and reporting accuracy.
- Identified and addressed internal control matters, maintained sound financial processes, and compiled financial data to support projection testing and process evaluations.
- Enhanced internal control systems and financial procedures to minimize risk exposure and leverage operational improvement opportunities.
- Reduced process discrepancies by implementing effective performance reporting and data tracking systems, leading to improved accuracy and compliance.
- Formulated financial analyses to support risk management strategies and provided actionable recommendations to management for process enhancements.
- Streamlined financial operations and contributed to improving overall departmental efficiency through process optimization and system enhancements.
Assistant Manager Accounts & Finance
Daftarkhwan Pvt Ltd
06.2022 - 07.2024
- Managed accounts payable, including processing payments and maintaining accurate records.
- Developed and implemented procedures to ensure timely and accurate invoice processing.
- Conducted thorough reviews of vendor invoices and resolved discrepancies promptly.
- Managed petty cash transactions with meticulous accountability.
- Managed accounts receivable, processing payments and reconciling accounts.
- Generated invoices, bills, and receipts for clients promptly and accurately.
- Prepared and submitted detailed monthly reports on accounts receivable and revenue trends.
- Conducted meetings with clients to address payment queries and resolve billing issues.
- Assisted the finance manager with various financial tasks and projects.
- Effectively managed cash flow and funds to optimize financial efficiency.
- Prepared balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and other financial reports as per schedule.
- Conducted financial analysis to drive revenue growth and optimize funds management.
- Organized and maintained accurate client account records and clients' ledgers.
- Reconciled bank statements regularly to ensure transaction accuracy.
- Assisted in monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing activities, including journal entries and financial statement preparation.
- Developed and implemented accounting processes to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
- Analyzed financial information to recommend resource allocation and procedural improvements.
Accounts Executive
Crecentech Systems Private Limited
12.2021 - 06.2022
- Effectively managed client ledgers and prepared detailed monthly accounts receivable reports.
- Conducted client meetings to discuss payment matters and address concerns.
- Handled the end-to-end process of salary calculation, disbursement, and payroll management.
- Generated accurate invoices and bills for a diverse range of clients.
- Utilized QuickBooks to streamline accounts payable and receivable, improving cash flow management.
Accounts and Operations Executive
Allied Industries Hub Pvt Ltd (Allied Cables)
09.2019 - 12.2021
- Handled all aspects of accounts receivable and payable including payment processing and invoicing.
- Prepared monthly accounts receivable and revenue reports, analyzing outstanding payments and income trends.
- Effectively managed salary calculations and disbursements.
- Reconciled bank statements and processed incoming payments, maintaining accurate financial records.
- Implemented stock control systems for efficient warehouse inventory management.
- Streamlined delivery operations and coordinated with logistics partners for timely and accurate order fulfillment.
- Managed day-to-day operations, including customer service, budgeting, scheduling, and inventory monitoring.
- Supervised supply chain teams and facilitated transportation arrangements for client deliveries.
Back End Support Executive
Abacus Consulting
04.2017 - 08.2019
- Assisted and coordinated with Careem Projects and management.
- Organized staff meetings, updated calendars, and supported management.
- Developed and implemented systems, procedures, and policies for department projects.
- Implemented best practices for handling support tickets and provided technical support to customers and partners.
- Identified and quickly resolved repeat issues, ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Partnered with management to develop processes that improved overall customer experience and maintained positive customer relationships.
Education
MBA - Accounting & Finance
University of The Punjab
Lahore, Pakistan 04.2001 -
Skills
Invoice Processing
Accomplishments
- Solely managed the company-wide transition from EMS to Helios and IFSSC systems across all KSA branches (Dammam, Jeddah, Tabuk, Abha, Riyadh), becoming the single point of contact for all reimbursement applications post-migration.
- Successfully handled all EMS system responsibilities independently at a time when the company had limited staff; later supported system scaling for 350–450+ employees in Saudi Arabia following business expansion.
- Onboarded and trained over 250+ non-Chinese staff (across Finance, HR, Sales, Risk, and Service teams) on the Helios and IFSSC systems, simplifying the transition by breaking down complex global English-language training into localized, topic-specific guidance.
- Transformed user adoption by clarifying differences between EMS and the more advanced Helios/IFSSC workflows, enabling faster and more accurate reimbursement processing.
- Took ownership of Helios CNY portal operations, previously managed by a Chinese team member, and ensured smooth handling of expense applications from short-term engineers and expats on visit visas.
- Delivered over 75 customer account reconciliations within two months, identifying discrepancies and resolving them through direct coordination with stakeholders.
- Actively respond to and manage all reimbursement applications and queries across both Helios and IFSSC systems as the sole finance system handler, maintaining operational continuity and accuracy across all KSA regions.
Software
IFSSC: Skilled in financial application processing and approval workflows
Microsoft Office Suite: Advanced skills in Excel (financial modeling, reconciliations), Outlook (email communication), Word (documentation and reporting), and PowerPoint (training presentations)
EMS: Managed legacy financial reimbursement system independently during company-wide transition
Certification
Completed in-house training on Helios and IFSSC reimbursement systems.
Timeline
Completed in-house training on Helios and IFSSC reimbursement systems.
12-2024
Finance Specialist
SANY International Development Trading Company
09.2024 - Current
Assistant Manager Accounts & Finance
Daftarkhwan Pvt Ltd
06.2022 - 07.2024
Accounts Executive
Crecentech Systems Private Limited
12.2021 - 06.2022
Accounts and Operations Executive
Allied Industries Hub Pvt Ltd (Allied Cables)
09.2019 - 12.2021
Back End Support Executive
Abacus Consulting
04.2017 - 08.2019
MBA - Accounting & Finance
University of The Punjab
04.2001 -
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