Wassima Nukari
Montreal,QC
Summary
Results-driven CFO with a distinguished career in financial management, proven track record of optimizing capital structures, implementing cost-effective financial solutions, and driving bottom-line results. Adept at fostering cross-functional collaboration and implementing financial strategies that align with organizational goals. Leveraging a solid foundation in financial analysis and regulatory compliance, I am committed to steering companies towards financial excellence and sustained growth.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Financial Officer
Progesys Inc
07.2022 - Current
- Managing finance departments in international regions.
- Monitoring budgets, payroll, and accounts payable and receivable.
- Tracking cash flow and financial planning to analyze company's financial strengths and weaknesses and propose strategic directions.
- Conducting detailed analysis of company financial information and prepared related reports.
- Optimizing cash flow, retired debt and built cash reserves to control costs and enhance benefits.
- Developing yearly capital structure of company to determine best mix of debt, equity and internal financing.
- Analyzing operational issues and implemented corrective action to maximize profits.
- Developing and maintained financial facilities for local and global markets and managing relationships with financial institutions.
Financial Manager
Progesys Inc
08.2020 - 06.2022
- Analyzed budgets, financial reports and projections for accurate reporting of financial standing.
- Managed finance department and overlooked operations, with day-to-day responsibility for forecasting, budgeting, reporting and analysis.
- Developed reporting for executive financial reviews.
- Developed strategic plans for day-to-day financial operations.
- Conducted financial due diligence on potential investments and acquisitions.
- Prepared cash flow projections, cost analysis and monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
Senior Accountant
Vlakabour Inc
01.2019 - 08.2020
- Prepared monthly journal entries and reconciliations.
- Reconciled accounts and created documents for monthly closure procedures.
- Completed year-end closing processes with controllers and external auditors.
- Reviewed documents and accounts for discrepancies and resolved variances.
- Issue tax returns and prepare consolidated reports.
- Prepared monthly payroll & source deductions contributions.
Procurement & Logistics Manager
GEOBACO Offshore SAL
08.2016 - 08.2017
- Monitored logistics performance and identified improvement opportunities.
- Managed logistics budgets and forecasting to achieve cost-effective operations.
- Managed operational A/R and A/P
- Reviewed and negotiated contracts with carriers to optimize shipping costs.
Financial Officer
Energy Solutions SAL Offshore
11.2011 - 07.2016
- Forecasted operating costs for scheduled projects by strategizing with other departments.
- Developed annual budgets in collaboration with financial director.
- Managed accounting-team data, entering and organizing payroll, adjustments and monthly accrual information.
- Assumed ownership of accounting, forecasting and strategic supply planning.
- Developed and maintained relationships with foreign banks
- Conducted financial due diligence on potential investments and acquisitions.
- Supported auditors with annual financial audits.
- Prepared internal and regulatory financial reports, balance sheets and income statements.
Accountant
Green Pro Invest SAL Offshore
12.2008 - 09.2011
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
- Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
Education
Diploma (Non Thesis Masters) - Accounting
McGill University
Montreal, QC10.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Banking And Finance
Beirut Arab University
Beirut, Lebanon06.2008
Skills
- Accounting Principles
- Financial Management
- International corporate tax preparation
- Financial Reporting
- Salesforce PSA & Financial force Expert
- Studio Analytics Expert
Languages
English
Full Professional
French
Limited Working
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Chief Financial Officer
Progesys Inc
07.2022 - Current
Financial Manager
Progesys Inc
08.2020 - 06.2022
Senior Accountant
Vlakabour Inc
01.2019 - 08.2020
Procurement & Logistics Manager
GEOBACO Offshore SAL
08.2016 - 08.2017
Financial Officer
Energy Solutions SAL Offshore
11.2011 - 07.2016
Accountant
Green Pro Invest SAL Offshore
12.2008 - 09.2011
Diploma (Non Thesis Masters) - Accounting
McGill University
Bachelor of Arts - Banking And Finance
Beirut Arab University
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