Maher Abo Aqel, Finance & Admin Manager

Maher Abo Aqel

Finance & Admin Manager

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Location
United Arab Emirates
Education
Bachelor's degree, Business Administration
Experience
15 years, 2 Months

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Work Experience

Total years of experience :15 years, 2 Months

Finance & Admin Manager at Quick Link
  • United Arab Emirates
  • My current job since May 2016

Establish and implement financial procedures in line with
organisational requirements.
- Recording and reconciliation of project recoveries and income
recognition.
- Timely and accurate recording of all financial transactions in line with
organisational and donor requirements and deadlines.
- Provide financial management advice on revisions of budgets,
preparing periodical forecasts and any changes needed.
- Management and reconciliation of the bank and cash accounts.
- Disbursement of cash advances and reconciliation to ensure recovery.
- Control and monitoring medical expenses, subsistence allowances,
mobile phone usage, etc.
- Collection and filing of regular financial reports and budget records.
- Recruit and manage Finance/Administration staff in line with good
organisational practice.
- Establish and implement administration and logistics procedures in
line with organisational requirement.
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- Identify, establish and manage an effective working office.
- Establish and manage all procurement and logistics activities including
possible management of vehicles and drivers.

Chief Accountant at Quick Link
  • United Arab Emirates
  • February 2011 to May 2011

Perform project cost forecasts and budgets.
- Monitor expenditures, analyse revenues and determine budget
variances and report the same to management.
- Develop and maintain effective accounting system and policies.
- Work with suppliers to ensure that key processes are running efficiently
and cost-effectively.
- Oversee administrative work ensuring delivery of key tasks according to
work plan.
- Maintain administrative staff by overseeing the recruiting, selecting,
and orienting process.
- Provide supplies and communication systems through identifying
needs; evaluating options; maintaining equipment; and approving
invoices.
- Act as a substitute for the CEO during absence, or travel.
- Perform any other managerial tasks as deemed necessary by CEO and

Showroom Manager at Raco
  • United Arab Emirates
  • September 2009 to March 2010

Develop business strategies to increase customers, expand store
traffic and optimize profitability.
- Manage store plan implementation.
- Ensure team efficiency and productivity.
- Maintain sales targets and preparation of sales report.
- Ensure high levels of customers’ satisfaction through excellent
service.
- Supervising store operation to ensure compliance with policies and
procedures.
- Monitor the day to day operations as per defined process and policy.

Area Manager at ARISTON
  • May 2008 to October 2009

, Syria
- Develop business plans for optimal use of resources and time.
- Analyze budget and expenses to find opportunities for cost-
effectiveness and profitability.
- Develop strong working relationship with potential clients for new
business opportunities within the area.
- Develop marketing plans to achieve sales target and increase brand
visibility within the area.
- Manage daily operations of branch office to meet business goals.
- Maintaining and increasing standards of customer service.

Operations Manager at Byloneh Trading
  • United Arab Emirates
  • June 2005 to April 2008

Financial - Review financial statements and data. Utilize financial data to
improve profitability. Prepare and control operational budgets. Control
inventory. Plan effective strategies for the financial wellbeing of the company.
- Human Resources - Plan the use of human resources. Organize recruitment
and placement of required staff. Delegate tasks and accountabilities. Establish
work schedules. Supervise staff. Monitor and evaluate performance.
- Communication - Monitor, manage and improve the efficiency of support
services such as IT, accounts and Finance. Facilitate coordination and
communication between support functions.
- Sales and Customer Service - Supervise customer support for quality service.
Oversee sales teams. Conduct weekly meeting to drive sales and provide
support and guidance.
- Strategic Input - Liaison with top management. Assist in the development of
strategic plans for operational activity. Implement and manage operational
plans.

Accountant at Byloneh Trading
  • United Arab Emirates
  • June 2003 to May 2005

Prepare accounts and tax returns.
- Administrate payrolls and controlling income and expenditure.
- Audit financial information.
- Compile and presenting reports, budgets, business plans, commentaries and
financial statements.
- Analyze accounts and business plans.
- Provide financial forecasting and risk analysis.

senior management
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Education

Bachelor's degree, Business Administration
  • at Tishreen University
  • January 2003

Specialties & Skills

Human Resources
Purchase Management
Operation
Administration
Finance Sector
BUDGETING
BUSINESS PLANS
CUSTOMER RELATIONS
CUSTOMER SERVICE
CUSTOMER SUPPORT
DRIVERS
FINANCE
FINANCIAL
MICROSOFT OFFICE
RECRUITING
negotiation
marketing
operation
key account management
accounting
mis reporting
sales tax
team management
annual budgets
payroll
auditing
planning
microsoft powerpoint
purchase accounting
purchasing
petty cash
reconciliation
payments

Languages

Arabic
Expert
English
Expert

Training and Certifications

CLP. Certified Leadership Professional (Certificate)
Date Attended:
March 2019
CLP. Certified Leadership Professional (Training)
Training Institute:
GAFM Global Academy of Finance & Management
Date Attended:
March 2019

Hobbies

  • Swimming
  • Reading