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Claire Ellron C.A(M), ASEAN CPA, LS,MATA
Senior Accountant
Khobar,Dammam
Summary
Presently working as a Senior Accountant, a Malaysian Chartered Accountant (CA) with an MBA in Finance and 17 years of extensive experience in accounting, financial reporting, and compliance. Currently based in Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia, with a valid transferable Iqama. Previously served as a Finance Manager for 5 years, leading teams and overseeing full finance operations. Adapt at handling multiple priorities including payroll, budgets, audits, journal entries, expenditures, and payments. Recognized for multi-tasking efficiency, process improvements, and applying strategic financial leadership to strengthen operations and support sustainable business growth. Professional memberships include, Malaysian Institute of Accountants (MIA), ASEAN CPA, Licensed Company Secretary (LS). Currently working on my new membership as a Associate Member in SOCPA.
Certification
1. Chartered Accountant (CA) - Malaysian Institute of Accountants
2. ASEAN CPA - ASEAN Chartered Professional Accountant Coordinating Committee (ACPACC)
3. Licensed Company Secretary (LS) - Companies Commission of Malaysia
4. Associate Member - Malaysian Association of Tax Accountants
Education
Universiti Tun Abdul Razak
Master in Business Administration (Finance)
11.2024 - 10.2025
University Technology MARA
Bachelor of Accountancy (Honours)
05.2022
University Technology MARA
Diploma In Accountancy
05.2007
Skills
- Financial reporting
- Cash flow
- Audit preparation
- Generally accepted accounting principles
General ledger accounting
Audit support
Financial statement review
Bank reconciliation
Accounts receivable management
Inventory accounting
Intercompany transactions
Variance analysis
Payroll processing
Work History
Gecat LtdKhobar
Senior Accountant
07.2025 - Current
Job overview
- Payroll processing
- Audit support
- Reconciled accounts and created documents for monthly closure procedures.
- Handled month-end and year-end end finances by managing and reporting fixed assets and other data.
- Reconciled balance sheets and streamlined best practices for balance sheet processes.
- Analyzed financial statement discrepancies, identifying issues, and recommending corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
- Improved cash flow management by implementing stricter credit policies.
- Managed quarterly and annual tax filings for the company, ensuring timely submissions and compliance with regulations.
- Reduced errors in financial statements through stringent review procedures and regular reconciliation of accounts.
- Optimized month-end closing procedures by streamlining workflow processes.
- Coordinated with various departments to gather financial data, ensuring accurate representation of each business unit's performance.
- Contributed to hiring, training and development of accounting teams.
- Maintained accurate depreciation schedules for fixed assets, coordinating with asset managers for timely recording of acquisitions or disposals.
- Strengthened internal controls by reviewing processes, identifying gaps, and proposing improvements to safeguard against fraud or mismanagement of funds.
- Prepared monthly journal entries and reconciliations.
- Updated general ledger with latest entries.
- Completed year-end closing processes with controllers and external auditors.
- Reviewed documents and accounts for financial reporting discrepancies and resolved variances.
- Provided timely and accurate financial reporting to senior management, enabling informed decision-making based on reliable data.
Koperasi NUCW Berhad
Finance Manager
01.2025 - 07.2025
Job overview
- Strengthened internal controls through regular audits and adherence to regulatory requirements.
- Trained new and existing staff members in various financial procedures to prepare for job requirements.
- Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
- Negotiated favorable terms with vendors, resulting in significant cost savings for the company.
- Enhanced budget management by implementing expense tracking and cost reduction strategies.
- Processed invoices and contacted appropriate parties for timely payment receipt.
- Improved financial forecasting accuracy, utilizing advanced analytical models.
- Mentored junior finance staff, fostering professional development and strong team dynamics.
- Developed comprehensive financial reports for executive decision-making support.
- Increased financial efficiency by streamlining and automating financial reporting processes.
- Streamlined month-end close process, reducing time spent on manual tasks and improving data accuracy.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams for strategic business planning and growth initiatives.
- Reviewed documentation and identified financial discrepancies where applicable.
- Improved stakeholder confidence with detailed financial analysis and transparent communication.
- Improved forecasting accuracy, allowing company to make proactive adjustments with strategic initiatives.
- Coordinated with external auditors to ensure smooth and compliant audit process each fiscal year.
- Negotiated with suppliers to improve payment terms, enhancing cash flow management.
- Spearheaded annual budgeting process, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and facilitating smoother departmental operations.
- Developed financial models for new business opportunities, supporting strategic expansion and portfolio diversification.
- Implemented cost-control measures that substantially decreased unnecessary expenditures.
- Malaysia
TSS Trading & Co
Finance & Accounts Manager
03.2020 - 12.2024
Job overview
- Enhanced cash flow management with timely invoicing, collections, and payments.
- Reduced operational costs by identifying areas for improvement in budget management and resource allocation.
- Managed the financial integration of newly acquired businesses, ensuring a seamless transition and alignment with company objectives.
- Improved financial forecasting accuracy by conducting regular reviews of budgets and actual performance data.
- Managed financial audits, ensuring compliance with regulations and maintaining accurate records for review.
- Collaborated with department heads to develop annual budgets that aligned with strategic goals and objectives.
- Trained new and existing staff members in various financial procedures to prepare for job requirements.
- Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
- Processed invoices and contacted appropriate parties for timely payment receipt.
- Reviewed documentation and identified financial discrepancies where applicable.
- Executed vendor setup and payment, administration of bank accounts and account reconciliations.
- Monitored budget and revenue trends, compiling reports for company leadership to inform decision-making.
- Created organizational structures to improve accounting and finance functions.
- Checked payroll, vendor payments, commissions and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
- Prepared cash flow projections, cost analysis and monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
- Prepared internal and regulatory financial reports, balance sheets and income statements.
- Analyzed business processes to identify cost savings and operational efficiencies.
- Malaysia
Energy Workforce Group
Senior Account Executive
05.2014 - 02.2020
Job overview
- Managed budgets effectively by monitoring expenditures, identifying trends, and ensuring compliance with set limits.
- Mentored junior finance staff, fostering a positive work environment that encouraged professional development.
- Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
- Analyzed financial statements against forecasts to prepare high-level variance analysis.
- Reduced process discrepancies through measured implementation of performance reporting and data systems.
- Checked payroll, vendor payments, commissions and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
- Prepared cash flow projections, cost analysis and monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
- Complied with established internal controls and policies.
- Improved overall financial reporting by streamlining control processes and reporting structures.
- Malaysia
Labuan Shipyard & Engineering
Finance Executive
05.2011 - 04.2014
Job overview
- Assisted in annual budget preparation, working closely with department heads to allocate resources effectively.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify cost-saving opportunities in procurement and operations.
- Evaluated existing processes for inefficiencies, recommending improvements that led to significant cost reductions.
- Streamlined the budgeting process for more accurate financial planning and forecasting.
- Reviewed financial statements regularly, identifying discrepancies and areas for potential cost savings.
- Enhanced profitability, implementing cost-saving measures across various departments.
- Monitored project budgets closely, making recommendations for reallocation of resources when necessary.
- Optimized inventory levels, minimizing waste and ensuring timely delivery of products to customers.
- Analyzed and explained engineering drawings, blueprints and product specification requirements to evaluate and determine workforce hours and material costs.
- Reduced overall costs by conducting thorough cost analyses and identifying areas for improvement.
- Malaysia
Schlumberger
Administrator
02.2008 - 04.2011
Job overview
- Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining strict confidentiality at all times as required by company policy or legal regulations.
- Managed office inventory levels, ensuring adequate supplies were available while minimizing waste and unnecessary spending.
- Maintained personnel records and updated internal databases to support document management.
- Established an organized filing system that streamlined document retrieval and reduced misplaced files.
- Improved employee productivity with effective time management strategies for daily tasks.
- Supervised administrative support staff members, offering guidance, feedback, and mentorship that contributed to their professional growth and development.
- Maintained accurate documentation of company policies and procedures for easy reference by all employees.
- Served as a liaison between departments, fostering open communication channels that improved overall organizational function.
- Malaysia
Work Preference
Timeline
Senior Accountant
Gecat Ltd
07.2025 - Current
Finance Manager
Koperasi NUCW Berhad
01.2025 - 07.2025
Universiti Tun Abdul Razak
Master in Business Administration (Finance)
11.2024 - 10.2025
Finance & Accounts Manager
TSS Trading & Co
03.2020 - 12.2024
Senior Account Executive
Energy Workforce Group
05.2014 - 02.2020
Finance Executive
Labuan Shipyard & Engineering
05.2011 - 04.2014
Administrator
Schlumberger
02.2008 - 04.2011
University Technology MARA
Bachelor of Accountancy (Honours)
University Technology MARA
Diploma In Accountancy