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Bassam Bourgess, school principal

Bassam Bourgess

school principal·Cedars International School

Iraq

Diploma, Certificate of Introduction to Securities & Investment

Work experience

Total years of experience: 16 years, 7 months

school principal

February 2025 - Present

Cedars International School

Erbil, Iraq

February 2025 - Present

Company industry:
Primary, Prep, & Secondary School
Job role:
Teaching and Academics

Deputy General Manager (Audit & Control Department)

July 2023 - September 2024

Region Trade bank.

Erbil, Iraq

July 2023 - September 2024

• Collaborate closely with the Audit Manager to develop a comprehensive annual audit plan that aligns with the organizations strategic objectives and regulatory requirements
• Take the lead in planning and conducting audit engagements, including scoping, risk assessment, and resource allocation for financial, operational, and compliance audits
• Perform detailed reviews of audit workpapers to ensure they meet internal quality standards and comply with relevant auditing standards
• Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with business unit managers and other stakeholders to facilitate effective communication and cooperation
• Lead the preparation of clear, concise, and well-supported audit reports that outline audit findings, root causes, and actionable recommendations
• Collaborate with management to develop appropriate and timely responses to audit findings, ensuring corrective actions address root causes and improve control environments
• Implement a robust follow-up process to track the status of audit recommendations and verify that corrective actions have been implemented effectively
• Lead or participate in special projects, investigations, and ad-hoc assignments as directed by senior management or the Audit Committee
Company industry:
Banking
Job role:
Accounting and Auditing

Assistant Branches Manager

March 2023 - July 2023

Banque de l’HABITAT

Beirut, Lebanon

March 2023 - July 2023

• Supervised and managed the day-to-day operations of all branches, ensuring operational efficiency and adherence to established standards
• Monitored branch performance through regular evaluations, analyzing key performance indicators (KPIs) and operational metrics to identify areas for improvement
• Coordinated with branch managers to develop and implement operational strategies that enhanced customer service, reduced costs, and improved overall branch performance
• Ensured that branches maintained high levels of customer satisfaction by addressing operational issues promptly and effectively
• Conducted comprehensive audits and inspections of branch operations to verify compliance with internal policies and external regulations
• Developed and delivered comprehensive training programs for bank personnel, covering essential skills, knowledge, and regulatory requirements
• Ensured effective communication between branches and the administration, facilitating the smooth exchange of information and coordination of activities
Company industry:
Banking

Branch Manager / Head Office Branch

June 2022 - July 2023

Banque de l’HABITAT

Beirut, Lebanon

June 2022 - July 2023

• Directed all operational aspects of the head office branch, ensuring seamless integration of operations, customer service, administration, and sales to align with the banks strategic objectives
• Developed and implemented operational policies and procedures to enhance efficiency, productivity, and compliance with regulatory requirements
• Oversaw the branchs financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting to ensure alignment with the banks financial goals
• Resolved complex customer issues and complaints, using sound judgment and knowledge of bank policies to provide satisfactory solutions
• Developed and executed strategies to grow the branchs business, focusing on customer acquisition, retention, and market penetration
• Fostered a positive work environment that promoted teamwork, collaboration, and professional growth among employees
Company industry:
Banking

Branch Coordinator (Acting Branch Manager)

May 2016 - May 2022

Banque de l’HABITAT

Beirut, Lebanon

May 2016 - May 2022

• Met with loan applicants to identify their financial needs and collected detailed information for loan applications, including personal, financial, and employment details
• Regularly analyzed active loan files to monitor progress and identify any bottlenecks or delays in the loan approval process
• Completed detailed loan contracts, ensuring all terms and conditions were clearly outlined and understood by the clients
• Prepared comprehensive loan proposals that included detailed risk assessments, credit analyses, and recommendations for loan approval
• Regularly reviewed and updated loan processing procedures to reflect changes in regulatory requirements and industry best practices
Company industry:
Banking

Personal Banking Representative

September 2011 - May 2016

Bank of Beirut

Beirut, Lebanon

September 2011 - May 2016

-Help customers open up checking and saving account
-Assist clients in opening lines of credit
-Maintain customer accounts and help resolve disputes
-Resolve debit and credit issues
-Complete basic data-entry and administrative duty
-Authorize and evaluate overdrafts and loans
Company industry:
Banking

Accounting Manager

July 2010 - June 2011

Golden Rock Group (GRG Construction) (Sallaum Group)

Luanda, Angola

July 2010 - June 2011

-Supervise the accounting of several companies within the holding company
-Provide financial reports and interpreting financial information to managerial staff
-Advise on investment activities and provide strategies
-Monitor and analyse accounting data and produce financial reports
-Guide cost analysis process
-Interact with external auditors to complete audits
Company industry:
Shipping

Accountant

June 2009 - July 2010

Abdallah Raymond Rizk Company (ARR agriculture)

Bekaa, Lebanon

June 2009 - July 2010

-Ensure the accuracy of financial documents as well as their compliance with relevant laws and regulations
-Prepare and maintaining important financial reports
-Evaluate financial operations to recommend best-practices, identify issues and strategies solutions and help organization run efficiently
-Conduct forecasting and risk analysis assesments
Company industry:
Agriculture & Crop Production
Job role:
Accounting and Auditing

Education

CISI (Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment-LONDON)

December 2024

December 2024

Diploma, Certificate of Introduction to Securities & Investment

Lebanon

GPA (percentage): 80%

GPA (percentage): 80%

of Introduction to Securities & Investment from CISI (Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment-LONDON) ESA-Ecole Superieur des Affaires / Ain El Mreiseh,Beirut

Saint Joseph University Of Beirut

November 2024

November 2024

Diploma, Banking And Finance

Lebanon

Workshop Banking Regulations

Notre Dame des Apotres Kab-Elias

September 2024

September 2024

High school or equivalent, business

Lebanon

Notre Dame des Apotres Kab-Elias

September 2024

September 2024

Diploma, Sociologie,Economy

Lebanon

International Service Check

August 2024

August 2024

Diploma, mystery shopping

Lebanon

Trace

August 2024

August 2024

Diploma, Secrets to Wowing customers & service Excellence

Lebanon

Lebanese International University (LIU)

June 2024

June 2024

Master's degree, Marketing

Lebanon

Not Competed yet.

TRACE (Training and coaching executives)

June 2024

June 2024

Diploma, Stretch Dimension Selling

Lebanon

GPA (percentage): 75%

GPA (percentage): 75%

Certificate from TRACE (Training and coaching executives) in Stretch Dimension Selling - Beirut, Riad El Solh

Alison

June 2024

June 2024

Diploma, Project Management

Ireland

Dale Carneguie – Britain

January 2024

January 2024

Diploma, SALES

Lebanon

GPA (percentage): 75%

GPA (percentage): 75%

Certificate of Sales advantage from Dale Carneguie – Britain / Beirut, Riad El Solh

ESA - Ecole Superieure des Affaires

January 2024

January 2024

Diploma, Lebanese Financial Regulation

Lebanon

GPA (percentage): 70%

GPA (percentage): 70%

Lebanese Financial Regulation (ESA - Ecole Superieure des Affaires / Ain El Mreiseh, Beirut )

Association of banks in Lebanon

January 2024

January 2024

Diploma, Legal Aspects of Banking Operations

Lebanon

Saint Joseph University (USJ)

January 2009

January 2009

Bachelor's degree, Bachelor's degree in management

Lebanon

Skills

Auditing

Expert

Team Building

Expert

Supervising

Expert

Banking

Expert

Organised

Expert

MS Word

Expert

Management

Intermediate

Microsoft Office

Expert

Microsoft Excel

Expert

Credit Risk

Intermediate

Teamwork

Expert

Credit Analysis

Expert

Portfolio Management

Intermediate

Credit

Intermediate

Financial Analysis

Intermediate

LOAN PROCESSING

Expert

REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS

Expert

AGRICULTURE

Expert

BUDGETING

Expert

FORECASTING

Expert

OPERATIONS

Expert

SALES

Expert

COLLABORATION

Expert

AUDITING

Expert

AUDITING STANDARDS

Expert

Ms PowerPoint

Expert

outlook

Intermediate

operation

Intermediate

mortgage

Intermediate

microsoft powerpoint

Intermediate

Administration

Intermediate

Customer Service

Expert

team management

Intermediate

problem solving

Intermediate

accounting

Intermediate

planning

Intermediate

leasing

Intermediate

order

Expert

office administration

Intermediate

marketing

Intermediate

negotiation

Intermediate

team leadership

Intermediate

money

Intermediate

retail

Expert

office work

Expert

Key Account Management

Intermediate

Banking

Expert

People Management

Expert

LOAN PROCESSING

Expert

REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS

Expert

AGRICULTURE

Expert

BUDGETING

Expert

FORECASTING

Expert

OPERATIONS

Expert

SALES

Expert

COLLABORATION

Expert

AUDITING

Expert

AUDITING STANDARDS

Expert

Ms Access

Intermediate

MS Excel

Expert

Merchandising

Expert

Sales

Expert

Customer Care

Expert

Purchasing

Intermediate

Finance

Intermediate

Retail Banking

Expert

Operations Management

Expert

Internal Audit

Intermediate

Internal Controls

Expert

Business Development

Expert

Leadership

Expert

Supervising

Expert

Organised

Expert

Economy

Expert

Microsoft PowerPoint

Expert

Languages

Arabic

Expert

English

Expert

French

Intermediate

Training and Certifications

Certifications
ISO 19011 Lead Auditor
Dec 2023
Internal Auditing
Jan 2024
Training
Negotiating Salary
Harvard Business School
May 2023
Understanding Customer Needs
Harvard Business School
May 2023

Hobbies and interests

walking and discovering