MARC MIKHAEL, CFE, SOCPA, BS
Riyadh
Summary
Results -Driven Auditor with a proven track record in external and internal audits, compliance, risk assessment, and financial reporting across diverse industries. Skilled in leading complex audits, optimizing operations, and providing strategic consultancy to drive efficiency and mitigate fraud risks. As a Certified Fraud Examiner, I specialize in fraud prevention, offering innovative financial strategies while ensuring integrity and accountability.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Accountant Officer
Madana Telecom
02.2023 - Current
- Financial Reporting: Skilled in preparing accurate and timely financial statements for management, stakeholders, and regulators, ensuring transparency and compliance
- Budgeting and Forecasting: Expert in creating and monitoring budgets, using data analysis to offer forecasts and strategic recommendations for improved fiscal performance
- Tax Compliance: Ensures tax law adherence by preparing tax returns and providing advice to optimize tax positions
- Audit and Internal Controls: Coordinates audits and develops internal controls to ensure compliance, mitigate fraud, and improve operational integrity
- Cash Management: Manages cash flow, forecasting inflows and outflows to maintain liquidity and financial stability
- Financial Analysis: Analyzes financial data to provide insights supporting strategic decisions and contract negotiations
- Relationship Management: Builds strong relationships with external stakeholders, including banks, auditors, and regulators, to foster collaboration
- General Accounting: Oversees accounts payable, receivable, and general ledger functions, ensuring accuracy and compliance in financial transactions
Experienced Senior Auditor
JPA International (Member of the FORUM of FIRMS), Daher & Partners
11.2021 - 01.2023
- Audit Planning and Execution: Expert in planning and executing audits to align with goals and regulations
- Financial Statement Analysis: Analyzes financial statements to identify discrepancies and improve operations
- Risk Assessment: Identifies and mitigates risks in financial reporting to ensure compliance
- Effective Communication: Communicates audit findings and recommendations to foster transparency
- Diverse Industry Experience: Experience across sectors, offering a versatile and insightful auditing approach
- Team Leadership: Leads audit teams, guiding them to successful project completion
- Compliance with Standards: Ensures audits comply with professional standards and ethical practices
- Client Relationship Management: Builds strong client relationships, enhancing satisfaction and loyalty
- Continuous Professional Development: Keeps skills current with laws and industry developments
- Analytical and Interpersonal Skills: Combines strong analysis with effective communication and collaboration skills
Senior Auditor
Act Plus (Charbel Tarabay Audit Firm)
09.2017 - 10.2021
- Accounting Oversight: Manages daily entries and reconciliations for financial accuracy
- Tax Compliance: Oversees tax declarations, ensuring compliance with relevant laws
- Deadline Management: Meets tight deadlines without sacrificing quality or detail
- Adjusting Journal Entries: Proposes and communicates journal adjustments to improve financial practices
- Data Analysis: Analyzes data to identify inefficiencies and improve operations
- Quarterly Reporting: Prepares audit reports with strategic recommendations for management
- System Review: Assesses accounting systems and recommends improvements for efficiency and compliance
- Internal Controls Testing: Conducts testing to ensure strong financial governance and risk management
Bank Internship
Bank Of Beirut
08.2017 - 08.2017
Accountant (Internship)
Edde Sands Wellness and Resort
05.2016 - 10.2016
Education
Certified Fraud Examiner -
Association of Fraud Examiners ACFE
10.2024
Bachelor of Audit - Business and Commercial Sciences
Holy Spirit University of Kaslik
05.2018
Bac 2 - Life Sciences
Ecole Saint Joseph
Jbeil, Lebanon05.2015
Skills
- Forensic Accounting & Fraud examination, West Virginia University
- IAM & Cybersecurity, ManageEngine
- Imbedding Project Management, KPMG Saudi Arabia
- Audit planning
- Risk assessment
- Team leadership
- Financial statements
- Internal controls
- Data Protection
- Fraud Protection
- Accuracy
- Accountability
- Analytical Skills
- Skeptical Mindset
- Dependability
- Diligence
- Objectivity
- Efficiency
- Initiative
- Confidentiality
- Strong Work Ethic
- Professionalism
- Detail-Oriented
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Clear Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Integrity
- Teamwork
- Adaptability
- Leadership
- Client Focus
- Proactivity
Languages
English
Arabic
French
Timeline
Chief Accountant Officer
Madana Telecom
02.2023 - Current
Experienced Senior Auditor
JPA International (Member of the FORUM of FIRMS), Daher & Partners
11.2021 - 01.2023
Senior Auditor
Act Plus (Charbel Tarabay Audit Firm)
09.2017 - 10.2021
Bank Internship
Bank Of Beirut
08.2017 - 08.2017
Accountant (Internship)
Edde Sands Wellness and Resort
05.2016 - 10.2016
Bachelor of Audit - Business and Commercial Sciences
Holy Spirit University of Kaslik
Bac 2 - Life Sciences
Ecole Saint Joseph
Certified Fraud Examiner -
Association of Fraud Examiners ACFE
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