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Kamal Charbel El Khoueiry

Jounieh

Summary

Dedicated and results-driven finance professional with a proven track record in strategic financial management, analysis, and leadership. Seeking a challenging role in Finance/Accounting where my expertise can contribute to organizational success. Aiming to leverage my extensive experience in diverse industries to drive financial growth, streamline operations, and optimize overall efficiency. Committed to fostering financial stability and fostering business growth through meticulous financial planning and strategic decision-making.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Finance Manager (Full-time)

Concepts & Standards SARL / Triangle Square Trading LLC
10.2024 - Current
  • Company Overview: INDUSTRY: Music & Audio Equipment
  • As Finance Manager for Concepts & Standards SARL (Lebanon) and Triangle Square Trading LLC (Dubai), I oversee and manage the full scope of financial operations across both entities. My responsibilities include financial planning and analysis, budgeting and forecasting, statutory reporting, and VAT/tax compliance in both Lebanon and the UAE. I ensure the accuracy of financial statements, reconciliation of intercompany transactions, and consolidation of group reports, providing senior management with reliable data for strategic decision-making.
  • I manage cash flow, working capital, and treasury activities, while maintaining strong relationships with banks, auditors, suppliers, and key stakeholders. My role also involves implementing and optimizing ERPNext systems, streamlining processes in accounting, inventory, and reporting to improve efficiency and transparency. By leading the finance function across two jurisdictions, I ensure sound governance, effective risk management, and alignment with the group’s growth objectives.
  • Remote Work Coordination: Effectively managing financial operations remotely, demonstrating adaptability and utilizing modern technologies to maintain seamless financial processes.
  • International Accounting: Managing accounting for the sister company, Barb BV, located in the Netherlands. Handling all financial transactions, including invoicing, receipts, and Statements of Account (SOA) for both companies. Expertise in dealing with multiple currencies, including Euro, GBP, and USD.
  • Payroll Management: Executing payroll functions efficiently, ensuring timely and accurate compensation for employees.
  • Bank Reconciliation: Conducting thorough bank reconciliation to ensure accuracy and financial transparency.
  • Auditor Support: Providing comprehensive support to auditors, including preparing documentation, ensuring compliance, and facilitating a smooth audit process.
  • Financial Reporting: Generating detailed financial reports, including balance sheets, income statements, and financial ratios, offering valuable insights for strategic decision-making.
  • Budgeting & Forecasting: Creating and managing budgets and forecasts to guide the management group in making informed financial decisions.
  • Communication & Collaboration: Collaborating with stakeholders, including internal teams and external auditors, to ensure transparent communication and smooth financial operations.

Accountant & Finance Manager (Part-Time - Remote)

Barb SARL
06.2023 - 06.2024
  • Company Overview: INDUSTRY: Digital Marketing and Communications
  • Solely managing all financial aspects: Overseeing the entire financial spectrum for Barb SARL, a digital marketing and communications firm.
  • System Development: Created and implemented a comprehensive financial system on Excel, optimizing data management and enhancing efficiency in financial operations.
  • Data Entry & Bookkeeping: Handling meticulous data entry, managing accounts payables and receivables, ensuring accurate and up-to-date financial records.

Financial Analyst

G2G Group / Attouleh Jewellery
03.2021 - 11.2022
  • Company Overview: INDUSTRY: Gold & Financial Markets
  • Market Analysis & Prediction: Analyzed and predicted trends, pricing, demand, and trading volumes in diverse financial markets, including Cryptocurrency markets.
  • Investment Direction: Directed capital investment and client-facing outlooks on purchases in commodities and Cryptocurrency markets.
  • Training & Education: Trained individuals in market approaches using technical and fundamental analysis, combined with market news and indicators.
  • Technical Proficiency: Utilized candlestick charts for analysis and generated support/resistance prices, showcasing proficiency in technical analysis.
  • Legal & Portfolio Management: Assisted in legal matters, including the recreation of an offshore company. Created and assisted clients in portfolio management to minimize risks.
  • Daily Market Operations: Conducted daily market follow-up, statistics, analysis, and trading execution, ensuring proactive market engagement.
  • Software & Reporting: Prepared pivot tables, created trends on candlestick charts, and utilized Metatrader software for account management and reporting.

Finance Director

ZADCO SARL
06.2014 - 12.2020
  • Company Overview: INDUSTRY: Tower Cranes
  • Comprehensive Financial Management: Spearheaded financial departments with responsibilities encompassing Budgets, Forecasting, Payroll, and Accounts Payable and Receivable, showcasing a holistic approach to financial management.
  • Vendor and Construction Expense Management: Successfully managed accounts payable functions for construction expenses, demonstrating precision in financial control.
  • Vendor Relationship Management: Oversaw vendor accounts, generating weekly on-demand cheques, ensuring timely and accurate financial transactions.
  • Budgeting & Forecasting: Played a pivotal role in creating budgets and forecasts for the management group, providing valuable financial insights for strategic planning.
  • Compliance & Reporting: Ensured strict compliance with accounting deadlines and prepared company accounts and tax returns for audit, showcasing a commitment to financial transparency.
  • Payroll Coordination: Coordinated monthly payroll functions for a workforce of 30+ employees, ensuring accurate and timely compensation.
  • Legal & Residency Responsibilities: Undertook the responsibility of renewing yearly residencies for Syrian labor in the company at General Security, showcasing meticulous attention to legal and administrative details.
  • Banking & Legal Liaison: Liaised with bankers, insurers, and solicitors regarding financial transactions, demonstrating effective communication and negotiation skills.
  • Tax & CNSS Compliance: Processed Income Tax and VAT for the company during each quarter and handled CNSS preparations for quarterly and annual reporting, showcasing compliance expertise.
  • ISO 9001 QMS Maintenance: Maintained, supervised, and followed up on ISO 9001 Quality Management System Version 2008, showcasing commitment to quality and process excellence.
  • Financial Systems: Implemented and managed financial systems, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in financial processes.
  • Analytical Decision-Making: Utilized strong analytical skills to prepare balance sheets and income statements, including financial ratios and analysis.
  • Adaptability: Adapted to diverse responsibilities, demonstrating versatility and capability to handle various financial aspects within a dynamic business environment.
  • Collaboration with External Partners: Collaborated with external partners such as auditors, lawyers, and regulatory bodies, fostering effective working relationships.

Finance Manager (Part Time)

GRIND SAL
05.2016 - 08.2017
  • Company Overview: INDUSTRY: Digital Media
  • Reports & Budgets: Collated, prepared, and interpreted financial reports, budgets, and accounts, contributing to strategic planning.
  • Business Modeling: Undertook business modeling and risk assessments, developing long-term business plans for shareholder value.
  • Financial Systems: Developed and managed financial systems/models, optimizing financial processes.
  • Administration: Supervised staff, carried out financial administration, and negotiated finance for major projects.

Senior Accountant

Mawazin International Est.
10.2013 - 04.2014
  • Company Overview: INDUSTRY: Construction
  • Expense Reports & Payroll: Processed associate expense reports, maintained accounts payables, and prepared monthly payroll.
  • Software & Reconciliation: Worked on Horizon Accounting Software and Microtech Integrated Accounting System. Reconciled supplier statements and performed bank daily activity reconciliation.
  • Journal Entries & Treasury: Posted General Journal Entries and Treasury Entries, contributing to accurate financial record-keeping.

Financial Accountant

Arabian Towers Est.
08.2012 - 08.2013
  • Company Overview: INDUSTRY: Tower Cranes
  • Customer Relations: Developed and maintained customer relationships, followed up with clients and statements of accounts.
  • Financial Statements: Prepared balance sheets and income statements, including financial ratios and analysis.
  • System Operations: Supervised accounts receivables and accounts payables, replenished petty cash, and handled collection and credit analysis.
  • ISO 9001 QMS: Maintained, supervised, and followed up on ISO 9001 QMS V.2008, ensuring adherence to quality standards.

Financial Accountant

NFT Specialized in Tower Cranes
02.2012 - 08.2012
  • Company Overview: INDUSTRY: Tower Cranes
  • Software & Auditing: Worked on Oracle software, audited financial reports, and presented a financial study showing the company's financial operations.
  • Accounts Receivable: Supervised accounts receivables, replenished petty cash, and repaired various customers' Statements of Accounts (SAOs).
  • Bank Reconciliation: Reconciled customer and bank statements, posted General Journal Entries, and handled treasury entries.
  • International Operations: Handled system operations around Saudi Arabia and contributed to the company's financial success since 2007.

Education

CFA level 1 Candidate -

Morgan International
01.2013

Bachelor's Degree - Business Administration and Economics

University of Notre Dame Louaize (NDU)
06.2011

Baccalaureate - Socio Economic Sciences

College Des Apotres
06.2007

Skills

  • Able to express strong relationships with customers, fellow employees and key-personnel
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and writing skills
  • Attention to detail, ability to work under pressure under low supervision
  • Strong analytical and numerical skills & excellent time management skills
  • Possess Lebanese & UAE (International) driving licenses

LANGUAGES

Arabic (fluent in spoken and written).
English (fluent in spoken and written).
French (fluent in spoken and written).

References

Nabil, Al Zahlawi, NFT Managing Partner, nabilalzahlawi@nftcranes.ae, +971 50 6413190, UAE

INTERNSHIPS

  • Standard Chartered Bank, Lebanon August 2011 – October 2011
  • -Handled major parts of accounts payables, and passed through the general banking divisions (operations - finance - credit - administration).
  • American Life Insurance Company, Lebanon August 2010 – October 2010
  • -Worked in the Hunters agency of ALICO and attended training workshops on sales techniques and on different methods of approaching and handling potential clients.
  • Milestones (Training & Educational Institute for CFA, CPA, CMA), February 2008 – September 2008
  • -Attend sales and marketing workshops. Created a database of targeted segments in the market, conducted various sales meetings in different industries and managed to understand different characters in market and meet their needs.

Timeline

Finance Manager (Full-time)

Concepts & Standards SARL / Triangle Square Trading LLC
10.2024 - Current

Accountant & Finance Manager (Part-Time - Remote)

Barb SARL
06.2023 - 06.2024

Financial Analyst

G2G Group / Attouleh Jewellery
03.2021 - 11.2022

Finance Manager (Part Time)

GRIND SAL
05.2016 - 08.2017

Finance Director

ZADCO SARL
06.2014 - 12.2020

Senior Accountant

Mawazin International Est.
10.2013 - 04.2014

Financial Accountant

Arabian Towers Est.
08.2012 - 08.2013

Financial Accountant

NFT Specialized in Tower Cranes
02.2012 - 08.2012

Bachelor's Degree - Business Administration and Economics

University of Notre Dame Louaize (NDU)

Baccalaureate - Socio Economic Sciences

College Des Apotres

CFA level 1 Candidate -

Morgan International
Kamal Charbel El Khoueiry