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Saif Ur Rehman

Khobar,Eastern Province
Saif Ur Rehman

Summary

Enthusiastic Information Security analyst, who wants to learn and grow with experience and willingness to reach an expert level. Focused Accounts Receivable Accountant with experience supporting financial operations for smooth company cash flow. Resolved issues quickly through helpful, productive staff and customer communications. Kept accurate, up-to-date reports for reliable reference and planning.

Overview

9
years of professional experience
6
years of post-secondary education
1
Certification

Work History

Gulf Power Marine Company
Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia

Accounts receivable accountant
12.2021 - Current

Job overview

  • Streamlined operations for improved efficiency by implementing new accounts receivable processes.
  • Addressed billing enquiries to correct errors and answer questions.
  • Improved internal control systems with regular audits of receivables entries and adjustments.
  • Utilised accounting software to ensure transparent and accurate record-keeping.
  • Followed up on past due accounts to collect outstanding balances.
  • Reconciled general ledger accounts with 100% accuracy.
  • Modified customer payment terms, implementing early payment incentives to reduce past due balances.
  • Leveraged Sage functionality to streamline accounting processes.
  • Kept track of all transactions to maintain a clean audit trail for regulatory compliance purposes.
  • Verified items billed against items received, following up with vendors to reconcile variances.
  • Handled account payments and provided information regarding outstanding balances.
  • Maintained up-to-date working knowledge of legislative changes within corporate finance.
  • Prepared monthly reports, contributing to an efficient financial management system.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with prompt and professional communication regarding their account queries.
  • Coordinated effectively with other departments, enabling seamless information flow for better decision making.
  • Verified discrepancies and resolved clients' billing issues, leading to a significant reduction in unpaid invoices.
  • Reviewed customer invoices for accuracy and posted information to general ledger.
  • Handled sensitive information discretely whilst complying fully with data protection regulations.
  • Reviewed and completed customer refunds and adjustments with high degree of accuracy.
  • Collected data to complete detailed financial reports for stakeholders and management.
  • Maintained company purchase and sales ledgers.
  • Entered transactions into internal databases.
  • Reduced error rates in billing by improving the invoicing process.
  • Developed strong relationships with customers to facilitate smooth transactions and debt collection efforts.
  • Fostered positive relationships with debtors; resulted in timely payments and reduced outstanding debts.
  • Established credit limits for new and existing customers, performing credit checks to minimise risk of debt.
  • Compiled budget reports, financial spreadsheets and organisational charts to support business governance.
  • Evaluated employee expense reports and verified accuracy.
  • Reviewed credit applications for risk evaluation and mitigation strategies implementation.
  • Utilised software applications proficiently for ledger updating and report generation.
  • Contributed to team meetings, sharing insights on accounts receivable performance.
  • Coordinated with sales teams to manage new contracts, optimising revenue generation.
  • Reconciled complex account transactions for accurate record keeping.
  • Implemented more effective billing system, reducing invoicing errors significantly.
  • Assisted in the preparation of monthly reports, providing key data on account statuses.
  • Managed credit control activities to prevent late payments.
  • Improved accuracy of accounting entries with meticulous record maintenance.
  • Reduced bad debts by adopting stringent credit control measures.
  • Processed invoices for prompt payment, ensuring smooth cash flow.
  • Recorded sales transactions, outgoing payments, and receipts to support financial governance.
  • Verified figures with cross-checking of different accounts and documentation.
  • Totalled up revenue from different sources to create full picture of income.
  • Maintained chart of accounts tracking assets, liabilities, equity, revenue and expenses.
  • Navigated various accounting systems and followed different accounting techniques to meet company standards.
  • Identified and resolved administrative errors, recommending preventative action to improve data quality.
  • Managed payroll by tracking employee hours and entitlements.
  • Assisted in annual budgeting process, providing valuable input from an accounts receivable perspective.
  • Performed reconciliation and preparation of bank accounts on weekly basis to identify and clear transactions.
  • Achieved high accuracy levels through diligent monitoring of incoming payments and reconciliations.
  • Ensured accurate financial records by meticulously managing accounts receivable.
  • Collaborated closely with sales team to resolve any customer issues or disputes promptly.
  • Conducted routine ledger checks, ensuring all posted data is accurate across various finance systems.
  • Managed credit control procedures effectively, reducing the incidence of bad debts significantly.
  • Consistently met deadlines for monthly closing of accounts receivable ledgers, enhancing organisational productivity.
  • Processed routine and wire transfers for assigned portfolios.
  • Interpreted and applied accounting policies, rules and regulations to confirm compliance with applicable standards.
  • Identified areas for improvement within accounts receivable process, enhancing efficiency over time.
  • Liaised with customers professionally regarding overdue payments whilst maintaining positive relations.
  • Optimised collection efforts by re-evaluating past due accounts strategy.
  • Worked collaboratively with finance department for efficient fiscal management.
  • Updated financial records regularly, maintaining accuracy in financial reporting.
  • Facilitated audit processes by preparing necessary documentation and data.
  • Streamlined daily operations by implementing efficient accounts receivable procedures.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies during debt recovery process.
  • Managed invoice processing tasks, reducing delays in client payments.
  • Enhanced customer relationships through timely resolution of queries and disputes.
  • Interpreted complex documentation, carrying out required action in line with strict operating standards.
  • Calculated expenditures in comparison to budget targets and reported on overages.
  • Kept up-to-date general ledger, balancing out transactions.
  • Followed bookkeeping regulations and tax legislation to maximise external compliance.
  • Monitored accounts payables and receivables to proactively spot and handle problems.
  • Compiled records for audits to facilitate smooth and complete reviews.

Gulf Riyadah Co. Ltd.
Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia

Senior accountant
10.2018 - 12.2021

Job overview

  • Preparing accounting entries and recoding them on
  • Followed up on past due accounts to collect outstanding balances.
  • Reconciled general ledger accounts with 100% accuracy.
  • Kept track of all transactions to maintain a clean audit trail for regulatory compliance purposes.
  • Verified items billed against items received, following up with vendors to reconcile variances.
  • Assisted in annual budgeting process, providing valuable input from an accounts receivable perspective.
  • Maintained up-to-date working knowledge of legislative changes within corporate finance.
  • Suppliers Payment (Accounts Payable A/P)
  • Advances (Prepayment and settlement - A/P)
  • Adjusting entry (General ledger G/L)
  • Handling receivables accounts using A/R module
  • Preparing monthly Receivables Aging Report (A/R)
  • Prepare Bank/Cash Reconciliations, for all transactions
  • Make reconciliation with all vendors quarterly
  • Controlling of all accounting documents
  • Handling the L/G & Export L/C
  • Calculating Monthly VAT & submitting to consultant
  • Supporting in Zakat submission and report
  • Preparing cost of sales reports for audit
  • International transfers & Deposits of cheques
  • Handling Assets & Monthly depreciation
  • Providing the data to internal & external Auditors
  • PMS Review and Making Project & Sales Invoices.
  • Project Tracking (Budget, Cash flow, MPU,) JDE ORACLE
  • Project Invoice Preparation & Tracking in JDE ORACLE
  • Analyzed financial information, including revenues, expenditures and cash management.
  • Streamlined operations for improved efficiency by implementing new accounts receivable processes.
  • Addressed billing enquiries to correct errors and answer questions.
  • Utilised accounting software to ensure transparent and accurate record-keeping.

Gallery Design Company
Dammam, Eastern Province

Junior accountant, financial reporting
06.2018 - 09.2018

Job overview

Maintained accurate records of company's financial transactions as per standard accounting principles.

  • Prepared annual budgets to ensure proper allocation of resources.
  • Provided support during external audits which resulted in positive feedback from auditors.
  • Prepared VAT returns in a timely manner ensuring regulatory compliance.
  • Maintaining petty cash
  • Recording General Expense related entries
  • Reconciliation of Accounts Payable
  • Reconciliation of Accounts Receivable
  • Conducted thorough account reconciliations, identified and rectified errors promptly.
  • Resolved billing issues promptly, enhanced customer satisfaction levels.
  • Managed month-end closing procedures for timely financial reports.
  • Strengthened communication between finance department and stakeholders through clear report presentation.
  • Facilitated smooth transition to new accounting software with minimal disruption in operations.
  • Improved accounts payable processes which led to quicker vendor payments.
  • Developed robust internal control systems, reduced risk of financial discrepancies.
  • Implemented effective cash flow management strategies for better liquidity management.
  • Ensured compliance with tax regulations by accurately filing returns on time.
  • Collaborated closely with finance team, achieved operational objectives efficiently.
  • Compiled comprehensive financial statements for informed decision making by management.
  • Analysed company expenses regularly, identified cost-saving opportunities.
  • Streamlined accounting procedures for efficient workflow and improved productivity.

Wah Industries Limited
Wah Cantt, Pakistan

Accountant
01.2016 - 04.2018

Job overview

  • Analysed monthly reporting to reconcile production operations and general ledger.
  • Reviewed and processed employee expense reports and vendor invoices for payment.
  • Prepared VAT and income tax forms for commercial and individual clients.
  • Accurately documented all cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses and line of credit transactions.
  • Maintaining petty cash
  • Recording General Expense related entries
  • Reconciliation of Accounts Payable
  • Reconciliation of Accounts Receivable
  • Prepare Bank/Cash Reconciliations, for all transactions

Education

University of Sargodha
Wah Cantt Pakistan

Bachelor of Commerce (B. Com) from Finance
01.2014 - 12.2016

University Overview

High Secondary school certificate
Wah Cantt Pakistan

Engineer's degree from Since
01.2011 - 12.2013

University Overview

Skills

  • Payment Processing
  • Business administration
  • Data Entry
  • SAGE Accounts
  • Credit control
  • Direct debit process
  • Aged debt reporting
  • Billing analysis
  • Journal entry preparation
  • Account log maintenance
  • MS Excel VLOOKUPS
  • Bank account reconciliation
  • Cash allocation
  • Bank reconciliations
  • Credit notes
  • Ledger maintenance
  • Sales tax reporting
  • Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable
  • Administration duties
  • Accounts Payable (AP)
  • Invoice matching
  • Accounts Receivable (AR)
  • Fixed asset reporting
  • Bank account management
  • Invoice processing
  • Invoice dispute management
  • Great Plains
  • Problem-solving
  • Public relations
  • [Type] troubleshooting
  • Program development
  • Time management
  • Team building
  • Social media marketing
  • Accounting
  • [Area of certification] qualified
  • Leadership
  • Customer-focused
  • [Type] Management
  • Drinks upselling
  • Payroll administration
  • Knowledge of [Software]
  • Communication skills
  • Google Workspace
  • Multilingual

Certification

  • SOCPA 119472

Custom

Custom
  • Playing Game
  • Collecting Coins
  • Reading Books

Languages

English
Advanced
Hindi
Advanced

Affiliations

Affiliations
  • Collect Coin

Quote

Every problem is a gift—without problems we would not grow.
Tony Robbins

Timeline

Accounts receivable accountant
Gulf Power Marine Company
12.2021 - Current
Senior accountant
Gulf Riyadah Co. Ltd.
10.2018 - 12.2021
Junior accountant, financial reporting
Gallery Design Company
06.2018 - 09.2018
Accountant
Wah Industries Limited
01.2016 - 04.2018
University of Sargodha
Bachelor of Commerce (B. Com) from Finance
01.2014 - 12.2016
High Secondary school certificate
Engineer's degree from Since
01.2011 - 12.2013
  • SOCPA 119472
Saif Ur Rehman