Ahmed Abdelwahab

• Oversee AED 200M in annual group revenue across 4 subsidiaries (real estate, contracting, MEP, trading & consulting), ensuring
full financial accuracy and compliance
• Recovered dormant receivables worth AED millions and grew collection rate from 20% to 85% through structured follow-up
strategies, escalation protocols, and policy overhaul
• Reduced DSO by 30%, improving cash flow efficiency and freeing working capital across all group entities
• Led AED 500K dual ERP go-live (NetSuite & Oracle) across 4 entities in 6 months — on time and within budget — enhancing
automation and financial reporting accuracy
• Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidated financial statements, variance analyses, and KPI dashboards for C-suite and
board-level reporting
• Manage and mentor a team of 6 accountants across 4 entities, setting KPIs, allocating responsibilities, and driving performance
and professional development
• Oversee treasury operations across 10+ UAE banks — managing daily cash positions, liquidity planning, and working capital to
ensure optimal financial health
• Coordinate with external auditors, tax consultants, and regulatory authorities ensuring full UAE VAT and IFRS compliance across
all group entities

• Led full group consolidation for 4 entities — intercompany reconciliations, eliminations, and month-end/year-end close delivered
consistently within deadline
• Implemented automated reconciliation workflows reducing month-end close time by 25% and significantly improving reporting
accuracy across the group
• Delivered consolidated financial statements, group budgets, and board-level performance reports that directly supported AED
200M revenue oversight
• Monitored cash flow and working capital requirements across 10+ UAE banking relationships, ensuring liquidity and financial
stability at all times
• Provided high-impact financial analysis, executive dashboards, and strategic insights to C-suite and stakeholders supporting key
business decisions
• Ensured full compliance with IFRS, UAE VAT regulations, and GCC financial requirements across all entities and subsidiaries

• Directed financial reporting and full group consolidation across subsidiaries in 4 countries, ensuring IFRS compliance and
accuracy
• Established remote-first accounting operations across 4 countries, standardizing chart of accounts, workflows, and month-end
reporting
• Led M&A; financial integration, onboarding acquired entities into group ERP systems, reporting cycles, and internal control
frameworks
• Developed annual budgets, rolling forecasts, and FP&A; reports providing strategic insights to senior management and board
• Implemented robust internal control frameworks, reducing reporting errors and strengthening audit readiness across all
jurisdictions
• Managed relationships with external auditors, tax consultants, and banking institutions, coordinating audit cycles and regulatory
submissions
• Ensured full compliance with IFRS, UAE VAT, local tax laws, and internal financial policies across all entities and jurisdictions

• Led and supervised a team of accountants in financial planning, reporting, and daily operations
• Supervised budget preparation and financial reporting, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery
• Ensured compliance with financial policies, tax regulations, and internal controls
• Managed daily accounting transactions, reconciliations, and AP/AR management
• Trained and mentored junior accountants, enhancing team performance and productivity

• Led a team of accountants across all aspects of financial planning, GL management, reporting, and daily accounting operations
• Supervised full-cycle budget preparation, quarterly forecasting, and variance analysis, delivering cost control recommendations to
management
• Managed AP/AR, bank reconciliations, payroll accounting, and fixed asset registers, ensuring accuracy of all financial records
• Ensured strict compliance with financial policies, tax regulations, and internal control procedures across all accounting functions
• Trained, mentored, and evaluated junior accountants, building a high-performing team focused on accuracy and continuous
improvement

• Conducted financial statement audits across multiple industries, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulatory
requirements
• Reviewed internal controls, identified weaknesses, and provided practical recommendations to strengthen financial governance
• Prepared detailed audit reports, management letters, and risk assessments for a diverse portfolio of clients