Ahmed Hegazy CPA CMA DipIFR FMVA

• Lead the end-to-end finance function for a multi-entity organization, contributing to ~10% annual
business growth through improved financial planning, cost control, and decision support.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and consolidated financial reporting across business units; deliver
monthly, quarterly, and annual MIS to senior management.
• Manage VAT and Corporate Tax compliance, statutory filings, and regulatory reporting in line with
UAE laws.
• Prepare and review IFRS-compliant financial statements, cash flow forecasts, variance analysis, and
management commentaries.
• Design and implement internal controls, financial policies, and SOPs, strengthening governance and
mitigating operational and financial risks.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 12-15 finance professionals, improving productivity, accuracy,
and closing timelines.
• Manage internal and external audits, including statutory, tax, and management audits; ensure timely
closure of audit observations.
• Partner with operations and IT teams to implement financial control software and systems,
streamlining processes and improving reporting accuracy.
• Monitor capital expenditures, depreciation, and investment performance to support strategic
planning and profitability improvement.

• Partnered with senior management and department heads to develop annual budgets, rolling
forecasts, and long-term financial plans.
• Built and maintained financial models to support growth initiatives, investment decisions, and risk
assessments.
• Delivered monthly P&L and cash flow forecasts, including detailed variance analysis versus budget.
• Provided decision-support analysis through performance reviews, cost analysis, and profitability
assessments.
• Conducted financial due diligence for new projects, investments, and acquisitions.
• Coordinated with treasury and AP teams to align payment schedules with forecasted cash flows.
• Prepared monthly, quarterly, and annual management reports with clear financial insights and
recommendations.

• Supported the finance function covering general accounting, AR, AP, and banking operations.
• Reviewed invoices and disbursements to ensure VAT compliance and accuracy.
• Managed cash management activities, including bank drafts and wire transfers.
• Prepared year-end schedules and reports for external auditors and regulatory reviews.
• Assisted in strengthening accounting controls and improving month-end close processes.

• Managed accounts receivable reporting, billing, and collections follow-up.
• Performed monthly balance sheet reconciliations and expense accruals.
• Supported accounts payable processing and vendor reconciliations.
• Prepared accurate financial reports and identified discrepancies and process improvement
opportunities.