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I love to run cross country , Drive long distance , music and reading
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AKRAM MOHAMED

Toronto,ON

Summary

Accomplished Finance Manager with a proven track record at Agathon Systems Ltd, enhancing financial accuracy and streamlining operations. Expert in bank reconciliation and month-end closings, coupled with exceptional customer service skills. Achieved significant improvements in cash flow management and operational efficiency, demonstrating strong work ethic and integrity. Knowledgeable Finance Administrator adept at managing accounts payable and receivable, as well as providing payroll, reporting and audit support. Highly detail-oriented and organized with excellent planning and communication skills. Strong multitasker and problem-solver excels in fast-paced business support positions. Skilled Administrative professional with experience in financial operations and understanding of business needs Tracks expenses, plans meetings and writes business correspondence. Top-notch critical thinking and research abilities.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Finance Administrator

Kalam Associates
01.2021 - 01.2024
  • Reconciled accounts and investigated variances.
  • Ensured timely payment of vendor invoices, maintaining strong relationships with suppliers and partners.
  • Updated daily transaction records to assist with payroll and billing administration.
  • Completed clerical and data entry tasks to optimize financial procedures.
  • Supported month-end close processes, ensuring accurate and timely submission of financial statements to stakeholders.
  • Prepared and posted receipts and deposits to facilitate standard bookkeeping.
  • Streamlined accounts payable processes by negotiating favorable terms with vendors, optimizing cash flow management.
  • Prepared bi-weekly payroll for 300 employees and maintained all associated files.

Finance Manager

Agathon Systems Ltd (Group)
01.2002 - 09.2023
  • Handled accounts payable and receivable functions, ensuring timely payment processing and collection efforts.
  • Processed payroll for employees and reported payroll taxes for organization.
  • Developed annual and multi-year budgets to meet organizational needs.
  • Established solid relationships with external partners including banks, auditors, vendors, and clients to support business objectives.
  • Processed vendor payments, invoices and account statements.
  • Led the annual budgeting process, involving department heads in setting realistic targets aligned with organizational goals.
  • Optimized cash flow management, leading to improved liquidity for the organization.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on industry best practices and applicable regulations to ensure compliance across all aspects of accounting and finance operations.
  • Supported year-end audits by preparing physical and digital records for review.
  • Assisted staff with questions about budgets, disbursements and other financial matters.
  • Administered expenses in line with forecasted business demands and available income.
  • Oversaw employee expense tracking with associated expense verification and credit card reconciliation.
  • Evaluated existing accounting systems, identifying areas of improvement for increased efficiency and accuracy.
  • Implemented effective risk management strategies to safeguard company assets and minimize potential losses.
  • Reviewed documentation and identified financial discrepancies where applicable.
  • Streamlined month-end close process, reducing time spent on manual tasks and improving data accuracy.
  • Ensured compliance with local, state, federal tax regulations; timely filing of all required documents, mitigating potential penalties or fines.
  • Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.

General Accountant

A.B.N House Hold Appliances and Hotel Condominieum
01.1996 - 01.1997
  • Managed accounts payable and receivable functions, maintaining accurate records and timely payments to vendors while collecting outstanding invoices.
  • Supported month-end closing process by preparing financial statements, variance analyses, and account reconciliations.
  • Assisted with budget preparation, monitoring expenses, and providing timely updates to management on variances.
  • Improved financial accuracy by conducting thorough account reconciliations and adjusting journal entries.
  • Streamlined accounting processes for increased efficiency in daily operations.
  • Implemented effective internal controls to safeguard company assets and prevent fraud or misstatements in financial reports.
  • Collaborated with external auditors during year-end audits, ensuring compliance with regulations and accurate financial reporting.

Material Accountant

Western Desert Operating Petroleum Company (WPCO)
03.1993 - 12.1995
  • Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
  • Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
  • Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
  • Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
  • Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
  • Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports, and presentations.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.

Cost Accountant

Helicon Constraction
01.1991 - 01.1993
  • Conducted in-depth variance analysis to identify root causes of discrepancies between actual results versus projections, informing corrective actions as necessary.
  • Developed customized financial models for more accurate forecasting of business performance, aiding strategic planning efforts.
  • Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing processes and recommending enhancements to safeguard company assets.
  • Provided valuable insights into production efficiency by analyzing manufacturing process costs against industry benchmarks.

Education

No Degree - Finace Audit Manager

Nivada Institute
USA
03.2021

No Degree - Accounting And Finance

Arab Association of Certified Public Accountant
U.A.E
10.2006

No Degree - Legal Accounting Training Program

Gulf Institute For International Law
U.S.A . Washington D.C.
12.2001

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Alexandria University
Egypt
09.1985 - 05.1990

Skills

  • Month-end closings
  • Bank Reconciliation
  • Discrepancy investigations
  • Microsoft Excel proficiency
  • Deposit processing
  • Transaction monitoring
  • Payroll Processing
  • Accounts receivable management
  • Cash Flow Management
  • Customer Service
  • Customer Assistance
  • Work Ethic and Integrity
  • Patience and Empathy
  • Time management skills
  • Cash Handling
  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Reliability and punctuality
  • Patience and composure
  • Customer Complaint Resolution

Languages

English
Full Professional

Certification

  • CM - Certified Manager Certification

I love to run cross country , Drive long distance , music and reading

My favorite hobbies are running , especially long distance, becuse i was previously a cross-country and middle-distance champion , and i was crowned in the 4x400 relay team.now as i get older, i have ambition and hope to participate in Marathon competition. 

i also love listening to all kind of music, and enjoy listening to religious songs, and memorize many of them, especially those that praise our master Mohammad and his attributes, may God bless him and his family and companions and grant them peace. I also love reading especially religious ,scientific books and business magazines.

Additional Information

My Career objective is to be employed in a position , where my knowledge can be enhanced and im an integral part of a professional team that will allow me to use and enhance my skills, , add value to my employer while growing always try to exceed all my clients expectations . Im always looking forward values hard work, honesty and integrity as well as give a chance for me to person who can handle pressure successfully.

ACPA 25+ Years of experience in Accounting, Auditing,Finance, evaluations of internal control ,structures, troubleshooting and systematic improvements for the companies.

Possess Multi - sector experience including Finance , oil, gas, energy manufacturing , retail, contracting and telecommunication, infrastructure, networking Mainly in Petroleum sector and Banking sector



Timeline

Finance Administrator

Kalam Associates
01.2021 - 01.2024

Finance Manager

Agathon Systems Ltd (Group)
01.2002 - 09.2023

General Accountant

A.B.N House Hold Appliances and Hotel Condominieum
01.1996 - 01.1997

Material Accountant

Western Desert Operating Petroleum Company (WPCO)
03.1993 - 12.1995

Cost Accountant

Helicon Constraction
01.1991 - 01.1993

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Alexandria University
09.1985 - 05.1990

No Degree - Finace Audit Manager

Nivada Institute

No Degree - Accounting And Finance

Arab Association of Certified Public Accountant

No Degree - Legal Accounting Training Program

Gulf Institute For International Law

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