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Khaled Youssef

Khaled Youssef

CFO
Dammam

Summary

An experienced and detail-oriented finance manager will play a crucial role in overseeing the financial health of the organization, managing financial operations, and providing strategic financial guidance. Have possess strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of financial standard and the ability to lead a finance team. Also I am seasoned finance professional with a proven track record of success, I have the ability to contribute to companies' financial stability and growth. Focused on helping companies accomplish missions and drive growth. Expansion-minded professional versed in navigating complex financial challenges. Persistent leader eager to lead and grow organizations. Skilled in strategic planning, problem-solving, and communication with good understanding of business principles, project management and team leadership. Collaborative with relentless work ethic.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

CFO

Dar Afia Medical Group
07.2020 - Current
  • Prepared accurate financial statements at end of quarter to summarize financial health and business performance.
  • Reduced operational costs by identifying areas for improvement and implementing cost-saving measures across various departments.
  • Conducted detailed analysis of company financial information and oversaw preparation of related reports.
  • Spearheaded implementation of new financial reporting system, resulting in more accurate and timely data for decision-making purposes.
  • Managed relationships with external auditors, ensuring smooth and efficient annual audit process with minimal findings or issues identified.
  • Strengthening relations with banks and financing institutions to ensure financing of current and investment activity in timely manner and at lowest costs
  • Ensured compliance with all regulatory requirements by staying current on industry developments and implementing necessary controls within organization.
  • Oversaw preparation and submission of all tax filings, mitigating potential risks associated with noncompliance.
  • Directed budget development, creation of budgetary controls and recordkeeping systems and investment management.
  • Enhanced cash flow management through development of robust forecasting models, ensuring optimal liquidity for business operations.
  • Evaluated investment opportunities diligently, contributing to informed decisions regarding potential projects and their expected returns.
  • Drove revenue growth by developing pricing strategies that maximized both sales volume and profitability.
  • Initiated strategy to drive company growth and increase market share and profitability.
  • Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
  • Communicated business performance, forecasts and strategies to investors and shareholders.
  • Managed approximately 50 incoming calls, emails per day from customers.'
  • Implemented cost reduction initiatives and process improvements to optimize efficiency and productivity.
  • Led budgeting process, collaborating with department heads to allocate resources strategically and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
  • Presented financial results to board members and investors during quarterly meetings, maintaining transparency in communication regarding company performance.

Finance Manager

Golden Chip Co. (Al Jabr Holding Group)
07.2011 - 07.2020
  • Supported operations management, sales, and marketing efforts to increase revenue and overall financial health.
  • Optimized cash flow with diligent monitoring of accounts receivable and payable.
  • Monitored budget and revenue trends, compiling reports for company leadership to inform decision-making.
  • Negotiated favorable terms with vendors, resulting in significant cost savings for company.
  • Increased financial efficiency by streamlining and automating financial reporting processes.
  • Strengthened internal controls through regular audits and adherence to regulatory requirements.
  • Partnered with IT and operational leadership to develop financial business plans with detailed benchmarks.
  • Reviewed and approved capital expenditure requests, aligning with corporate objectives.
  • Prepared and managed large capital expenditure budgets to effectively handle infrastructure investment and long-term operations.
  • Increased profitability by identifying underperforming investments, reallocating resources accordingly.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams for strategic business planning and growth initiatives.
  • Managed investments to diversify financial portfolios and grow revenue.
  • Spearheaded implementation of financial software systems to enhance productivity and reporting capabilities.
  • Prepared cash flow projections, cost analysis and monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
  • Prepared internal and regulatory financial reports, balance sheets and income statements.
  • Established internal audit procedures to validate and improve accuracy of financial reporting.
  • Implemented and regularly reviewed financial controls to generate accurate and reliable financial data.
  • Created and managed financial models to evaluate corporate investments and acquisitions.

Finance Manager

Aujan Industrial Co.
03.2009 - 04.2011

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  • Prepared cash flow projections, cost analysis and monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
  • Prepared internal and regulatory financial reports, balance sheets and income statements.
  • Established internal audit procedures to validate and improve accuracy of financial reporting.
  • Analyzed business processes to identify cost savings and operational efficiencies.
  • Support evaluation and redesign of operating and administrative policies, procedures and processes.
  • Manage the budget process, set year-end targets, challenging assumptions to improve its overall performance.
  • Manages the Planning and Reporting for monthly, quarterly, and annual Financial Reporting Package.
  • Reviews analysis results, develops insightful suggestions for investment, sourcing, cost reduction.
  • Arranging Commercial / Trade Financing from Banks, Price Negotiation, Maintaining Banking Relationship, and Compliance with Bankers & Financial institution’s covenants for Smooth Operation of the business.
  • Budgeting Preparation, Developing 5 Years Business Plan, Budgetary Control -Operational Budget, Overhead Budget, Capital Budget & Budgeted Cash Flow.
  • Cash Flow Management Projected Cash Flow, Working Capital Management.
  • Analyses and recommends options/actions for new business opportunities. Focus on strategic themes for the financial perspective that includes revenue growth and mix, cost reduction, productivity improvement, asset utilization, and investment strategy.
  • Review and endorse the financial reports, checking for accuracy and ensuring adherence to international financial standards Lead preparation of variance reports.

Accounting Manager

Middle East Glass Manufacturing Company - (Coca-Cola International Co.)
03.2004 - 03.2009
  • Reviewing and approving accounting documents, prepared by accountants according to the standard accounting rules
  • Preparing payment of the company to different sides, approval by CEO and issuing required cheques
  • Reviewing and approving the purchasing invoices
  • Reviewing the customer’s financial situation and giving indication to Logistic and Sales Managers about payment problems and the approved financial credit limit for each customer
  • Preparing monthly incoming plan, and following execution according to cash flow
  • Jointly with Logistics Manager prepare Cash Flow plan to assure all Availability for the payment of purchased goods, includes the foreign Currency for the imported material
  • Issuing and following to banks L/C documents and arranging the required foreign currency on date of maturates
  • Preparing cost control plan for all raw material and accessories
  • Reviewing periodically reports for different Taxes Authorities
  • Review the costs of all financial operation and employment the most Cost efficient and value adding operation after obtaining appropriate Approvals of management
  • Preparing the monthly payroll
  • Preparing the company analysis financial reports to submit to CEO
  • To present company to Taxes Authority
  • Prepare every three months the Financial Balance of the Company.
  • Managed journal entries, collection efforts, reconciliations, and payroll processing.
  • Managed relationships with external vendors, ensuring timely payments and accurate recording of expenses.
  • Developed and implemented various procedures to improve accounting process.
  • Generated monthly and quarterly financial statements for executive review.
  • Coordinated efforts between the accounting team and other departments to ensure accuracy in interdepartmental transactions recording and proper cost allocation.

Senior Accountant

Middle East Glass Manufacturing Company - (Coca-Cola International)
01.1999 - 02.2004
  • Prepared financial reports, developed budgets, and performed variance analysis in accordance with business plan
  • Carried out internal audits to ensure regulatory compliance and operational efficiency/accuracy Closed and prepared monthly financial statements and audit reports Performed monthly account reconciliations and monitored general ledger transactions
  • Worked in Involved in preparing and reporting financial reports to the head office
  • Assisting Finance Manager to prepare periodically financial reports
  • Keeping in contact with the Bank to update the currency rate
  • Organize and handling day to day accounting activities, Journal, Ledger entries
  • Prepare Monthly Bank Reconciliation and Reports Managing the accounts receivable function within the company policies Arranging and overseeing completion of all the work including posting Processing, verification of receipts, credit limits, claims
  • Refunds, Commotions, interest charges, or other similar records Prepare Reports Related to Customers and Collection Follow up And Comply Contract with Sales.
  • Reconciled accounts and created documents for monthly closure procedures.
  • Improved cash flow management by closely monitoring receivables and 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.

Accountant

Middle East Glass Manufacturing Company - (Coca-Cola International)
03.1994 - 02.1998
  • Prepare Sales Tax Monthly Return Preparing Sales Invoices, Payroll etc
  • Preparing journal ledger entries Accounts and financial statement Local and Foreign Suppliers.
  • Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
  • Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
  • Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
  • Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
  • Assisted in reducing outstanding accounts receivable balances by diligently following up on overdue invoices.
  • Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
  • Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports, and presentations.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Finance

University of Cairo
Cairo Egypt
07.1989

Skills

  • Financial Statements and Reporting
  • Analytical Skills of IFRS / GAAP
  • Financial Planning, Corporate Finance
  • Cash Flow Forecasting
  • Financial Strategy, Business Planning and Vision
  • Critical Thinking
  • Budgeting, Forecasting, Budget development
  • Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)
  • Working Capital Management
  • People Management
  • Strong knowledge of Zakat, and Taxes reporting requirements
  • Formulating strategies to minimize financial risk
  • Analyzing market trends and competitors, with focus on strategic implications
  • Proficiency in modern financial software and ERP systems
  • Experience in strategic decision-making and participating in executive-level discussions
  • Leading financial change initiatives and demonstrating strong change management skills
  • Ensuring compliance with local and international financial regulations
  • Expertise in Bank Financing / dealing with Banks
  • Cash Flow Forecasting
  • Regulatory Compliance Knowledge

Military Status

Completed

Work Visa

Saudi Arabia, Residency Visa (Transferable)

Resident Of

Dammam, KSA

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 02/10/68
  • Gender: Male
  • Nationality: Egyptian
  • Marital Status: Married

References

Available upon request.

Reading - Walking

At the local level
I love reading books by Naguib Mahfouz and Ahmed Khaled
And reading poetry by Ahmed Shawky
Internationally, I love Peter Benchley's books

Languages

Arabic
Native language
English
Proficient
C2

Timeline

CFO

Dar Afia Medical Group
07.2020 - Current

Finance Manager

Golden Chip Co. (Al Jabr Holding Group)
07.2011 - 07.2020

Finance Manager

Aujan Industrial Co.
03.2009 - 04.2011

Accounting Manager

Middle East Glass Manufacturing Company - (Coca-Cola International Co.)
03.2004 - 03.2009

Senior Accountant

Middle East Glass Manufacturing Company - (Coca-Cola International)
01.1999 - 02.2004

Accountant

Middle East Glass Manufacturing Company - (Coca-Cola International)
03.1994 - 02.1998

Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Finance

University of Cairo
Khaled YoussefCFO