Mahmoud Al-Attas
Summary
Results-driven Senior Analyst in Program Cost Control with a strong background in variance analysis, expense validation, and financial forecasting. Achieved annual cost savings of 375k SAR through data automation and process improvements, enhancing reporting efficiency. Collaborated effectively with teams and trained employees to elevate team performance, reflecting a commitment to professional growth.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior analyst, Program Cost Control
Raytheon Technologies
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
08.2022 - Current
- Drove variance and trend analysis to identify 375k SAR annual cost savings.
- Managed estimate at completion using defined basis of estimate to enhance forecasting accuracy.
- Validated expense reports and cost allocation, ensuring accurate evaluation of labour charges.
- Automated data collection and analysis to streamline reporting and save man hours.
- Provided training and mentorship to junior analysts, enhancing overall team capability and performance.
Senior accountant
Raytheon Technologies
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
11.2021 - 08.2022
- Coordinated with internal and external auditors to ensure compliance and accuracy during financial audit documentation.
- Prepared weekly and monthly management reports on payment status and liabilities, enabling informed financial decision-making.
- Prepared monthly bank closing entries to reconcile statements and cash accounts.
- Processed and issued credit notes, facilitating accurate account adjustments and maintaining financial integrity.
General Accountant
Raytheon Technologies
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
05.2019 - 11.2021
- Supervised petty cash fund, ensuring accurate tracking, documentation, and
replenishment of all transactions.
- Verified compliance with company policies, contract terms, and financial controls before
releasing payments.
- Reviewed and verified invoices for compliance with contract term and regulatory
requirements.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced invoice tracking and reporting
efficiency.
Accountant
Outback Steakhouse
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
03.2018 - 05.2019
- Supported financial analysis and reporting by providing precise bookkeeping inputs, enhancing data reliability.
- Uploaded payroll records into accounting systems, facilitating accurate and timely monthly processing.
- Prepared and submitted bank transfers to vendor governmental fee accounts, ensuring timely payments and compliance with regulations.
- Enter accounting data precisely and promptly to keep records accurate.
- Handle high-volume transactional data entry with strong attention to detail.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Finance
Catholic University of America
Washington D.C01-2017
Skills
- Variance analysis
- Financial forecasting
- Cost analysis
- Expense verification
- Data automation
- Process improvement
- Team collaboration
- Employee training
Nationality:
Saudi
Certification
- Six Sigma Specialist
- Finance Leadership Development
Program
- Program Leadership for IPT
leaders
- Principles of Program Leadership
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Arabic
Proficient
C2
Timeline
Senior analyst, Program Cost Control
Raytheon Technologies
08.2022 - Current
Senior accountant
Raytheon Technologies
11.2021 - 08.2022
General Accountant
Raytheon Technologies
05.2019 - 11.2021
Accountant
Outback Steakhouse
03.2018 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Business Administration - Finance
Catholic University of America