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Muhammed Jumaan Ismail

Muhammed Jumaan Ismail

Riyadh,Saudi Arabia

Summary

Results-oriented Senior Accountant and Financial Controller with expertise in financial operations, payroll administration, and cost control. Skilled in ERP implementation, budget variance analysis, and cash flow forecasting. Delivered cost optimisation through yield management, supplier negotiations, and inventory control, driving operational efficiency and profitability.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Accountant

SAMKO INTERNATIONAL CO. W.L.L.
Riyadh
01.2026 - Current
  • Led the end-to-end implementation of Pioneer ERP, designing the chart of accounts, internal workflows, and financial controls from scratch to ensure seamless project tracking.
  • Collaborated with project directors to provide accurate cash flow forecasting, budget variance analysis, and cost-control metrics vital for profitability of Saudi expansion.
  • Spearheaded the A-to-Z financial setup and localization of accounting operations for a major MEP project expansion within Saudi Arabia.
  • Managed full-cycle payroll administration and ensured regulatory compliance for 100+ MEP professionals and labourers in KSA region.

Cost Controller

The Butchery co
02.2025 - 01.2026

🥩 Premium Butchery Cost Control Highlights

  • Inventory & Waste Mitigation: Designed inventory control protocols and cold-chain stock aging trackers, minimising spoilage and reducing meat waste by [X]%.
  • Supplier Price Negotiation: Audited and restructured supplier contracts for premium meat sourcing, securing favourable volumetric pricing to shield business from market inflation.
  • 👩‍🍳 Premium Butchery Cost Control Highlights

Strategic Break-Even Analysis: Conducted comprehensive cost-volume-profit (CVP) analysis and built the Break-Even Model used by stakeholders to greenlight a new premium restaurant business venture.

  • Menu Engineering & Recipe Costing: Formulated exact theoretical-versus-actual recipe costing models for the new restaurant menu, establishing optimal retail price points based on target margins.
  • CAPEX & OPEX Budgeting: Drafted initial financial blueprint for restaurant launch, covering commercial kitchen equipment procurement (CAPEX) and initial operating cash flow requirements (OPEX).
  • 🍽️ Restaurant Venture Planning Highlights

Senior Accountant

SAMKO INTERNATIONAL CO. W.L.L.
Doha
09.2021 - 09.2022
  • Ensured timely financial closings and reconciliations to maintain integrity of financial records.
  • Managed financial operations for invoicing, payroll, and reporting, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
  • Led audit preparations and implemented internal controls to enhance financial governance.
  • Supported management with budget analysis and forecasting.

Senior Payroll Administrator

Almana & Partners
Doha
05.2015 - 08.2018
  • Managed payroll entries and end-of-service benefits while ensuring compliance with labour laws.
  • Supervised payroll for 800+ employees; coordinated with HR and banks.
  • Investigated and corrected discrepancies in timekeeping and salary transfers to maintain accuracy.
  • Produced payroll and headcount reports to support management decision-making.

Senior Payroll Administrator

SAMKO INTERNATIONAL CO. W.L.L.
Doha
04.2010 - 09.2014
  • Managed payroll for staff and labour across multiple projects, ensuring timely and accurate payments.
  • Prepared annual leave settlements and final dues, facilitating smooth transitions for departing employees.
  • Reconciled payments for rent, utilities, and contractors to maintain financial accuracy.
  • Maintained fixed asset ledgers and depreciation schedules.

Project Accountant

Saudi Maintenance Company (Siyanco) Limited
10.2008 - 11.2009
  • Managed accounting for two major maintenance projects, ensuring financial accuracy and compliance.
  • Produced monthly reports, conducted income analysis, and reconciled payroll, facilitating informed financial decision-making.
  • Coordinated daily collections and expenses, and processed bank transactions, maintaining financial fluidity.

Accountant

Ceylinco Profit Sharing Investment Corp. Ltd
10.2007 - 10.2008
  • Reconciled inter-branch and bank transactions to maintain accurate financial records.
  • Supported internal audits and monthly reporting, contributing to compliance and transparency.
  • Monitored daily fund flows, ensuring liquidity across 12 branches.
  • Managed Islamic finance products (Murabaha, Mudarabah, Ijarah).

Education

Master of Business Administration - MBA

The University of the West of Scotland
Scotland
01-2027

Diploma - Business Accounting, Accounting and Business/Management

CIMA
UK
01-2012

Skills

  • Financial Controlling
  • Budgeting and cashflow
  • Budget variance analysis
  • Cash flow forecasting
  • Cost control
  • Financial planning
  • Financial reporting
  • Audit procedures
  • Bank reconciliations
  • Account reconciliations
  • Receivables management
  • Payroll management
  • VAT return preparation
  • ERP implementation
  • Excel proficiency
  • IFRS knowledge
  • GAAP proficiency

Websites, Portfolios, Profiles

www.linkedin.com/in/muhammed-jumaan

Timeline

Senior Accountant

SAMKO INTERNATIONAL CO. W.L.L.
01.2026 - Current

Cost Controller

The Butchery co
02.2025 - 01.2026

Senior Accountant

SAMKO INTERNATIONAL CO. W.L.L.
09.2021 - 09.2022

Senior Payroll Administrator

Almana & Partners
05.2015 - 08.2018

Senior Payroll Administrator

SAMKO INTERNATIONAL CO. W.L.L.
04.2010 - 09.2014

Project Accountant

Saudi Maintenance Company (Siyanco) Limited
10.2008 - 11.2009

Accountant

Ceylinco Profit Sharing Investment Corp. Ltd
10.2007 - 10.2008

Master of Business Administration - MBA

The University of the West of Scotland

Diploma - Business Accounting, Accounting and Business/Management

CIMA
Muhammed Jumaan Ismail