Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Highly-qualified Credit Manager driven to minimize risk while capitalizing on opportunities to accomplish bank objectives in sales, customer growth and bottom line profitability.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Senior AR & Credit Control Manager
Basamh Trading Company
Jeddah, Makkah
02.2021 - Current
Enhanced cash flow through timely collection of accounts receivable and diligent tracking of delinquent accounts
Conducted periodic reviews of existing customers'' credit limits, adjusting as needed based on updated information or risk factors
Reduced bad debt write-offs through proactively identifying high-risk accounts and implementing preventive measures
Reduced outstanding debts with consistent follow-ups and negotiation skills, fostering strong client relationships
Led initiatives focused on continuous process improvement within department which ultimately led to cost savings for organization
Implemented customized credit terms tailored to unique client situations, balancing business needs with risk mitigation efforts
Improved credit control processes by implementing effective risk assessment strategies and monitoring procedures
Collaborated with sales teams to assess potential clients'' creditworthiness, promoting responsible lending practices
Maintained accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations
Established clear performance metrics for team that drove accountability, resulting in increased team productivity
Provided exceptional customer service while enforcing company's credit policies tactfully handling sensitive issues as arose
Coordinated cross-departmental communication regarding account status updates, ensuring prompt resolution of discrepancies or disputes
Managed team of credit controllers to maximize productivity and achieve departmental goals
Enhanced cash flow through timely collection of accounts receivable and diligent tracking of delinquent accounts.
Reduced bad debt write-offs through proactively identifying high-risk accounts and implementing preventive measures.
Reduced outstanding debts with consistent follow-ups and negotiation skills, fostering strong client relationships.
Collaborated with sales teams to assess potential clients'' creditworthiness, promoting responsible lending practices.
Proactively identified and addressed potential credit risks, mitigating financial losses while ensuring business growth.
Credit Control Assistant Manager
Sunbulah Group
Jeddah
11.2016 - 01.2021
Streamlined credit approval process through effective communication with sales team and management
Managed portfolio of high-risk accounts, implementing proactive measures to minimize losses from delinquent payments
Utilized advanced software tools for tracking and reporting account receivables data, increasing work efficiency
Provided training and guidance to junior team members, fostering collaborative and supportive work environment
Conducted regular account reconciliations to identify potential issues early, minimizing need for escalated collections actions
Worked closely with internal legal counsel during litigation proceedings involving defaulted accounts
Supported month-end closing activities, ensuring all accounting entries were accurately recorded within deadlines
Facilitated smooth handover of delinquent accounts to external collection agencies when necessary
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices and regulatory changes related to credit control
Enhanced cash flow by managing overdue accounts and implementing effective credit control strategies
Credit Controller
Wared Logistics Company
Jeddah, Makkah
02.2010 - 10.2016
• customer's credit ratings with banks before approving loan.
• Generating ageing analysis, review AR aging to ensure compliance.
• Statements of account to be forwarded to clients each month, updating records when necessary.
• Established and maintained regular communications with clients to facilitate periodic payments.
• Resolved all issues raised internally and externally around outstanding invoices.
• Initiated legal action against debtors who evade or refuse repayment according to terms and conditions.
• Collections reports.
• Credit assessment & evaluated new credit requests and reviewed customers' credit rankings with banks.
Optimized credit approval and collection processes, improving operational efficiencies by over 10%.
Accountant
Mohamed Youssef Naghi Motors
Jeddah, Makkah
09.2007 - 02.2010
Recorded all daily transactions which include daily cash receipt, internal, and credit invoices at all branches in KSA which belong to service department
Calculate post-business transactions, process invoices, verify financial data for use in maintaining accounts payable records and provide other clerical support necessary to pay obligations of organization
Prepare debtor's statement & reconciliation needed for it with quarterly balance confirmation with customers
Participate in budgeting processes
Perform variance analysis, financial analysis, and margin analysis
Review cash disbursement transactions monthly to determine appropriate allocations to general ledger account and distribution to various budget categories
Apply, and improv policies, procedures, controls, and most methodologies
Obtain information from other departments to ensure records are accurate and complete and that accounts receivable ledgers and journals are up to date