Chief Accountant
Saint Gobain Oman
Total years of experience :9 years, 7 Months
Led Financial Operations, overseeing Accounting & Internal Controls, Financial Analysis & Finalization, Forecasting, Budgeting, and Cash Flow Management, demonstrating a holistic understanding of financial functions
Managed the finance department of 4 Major Saint-Gobain Building solution divisions such as Weber, Gyproc, Chryso and Insulation
Conducted in-depth analyses, including Profitability and sales variance bridge comparisons against last year and budget, demonstrating a commitment to financial insight and strategic planning.
Ensured accurate and timely financial reporting for senior management, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, depreciation statements, cash flow reports, payment schedules, and regulatory filings, fostering transparency and accountability.
Successfully spearheaded the elevation of the organization's internal audit rating from a D grade to a B grade, showcasing effective leadership in enhancing internal controls and compliance.
Achieved a significant reduction in operating working capital ratio days from 24 to 2 in 2022, highlighting adept financial management skills and a focus on optimizing operational efficiency.
Collaborated with the group CFO to conduct periodic Balance sheet reviews, ensuring comprehensive financial oversight and alignment with strategic goals.
Implemented corrective measures through regular GAP analyses, showcasing a proactive approach to identifying and addressing financial discrepancies.
Finalised external auditor report in collaboration with KPMG and Deloitte & Touche Oman;
Monitored financial performance of projects and review all
project transactions for accuracy and completeness, ensure that
cost and revenue are recognized properly
Prepared books of accounts up to finalization; Preparation of
Financial Statements i.e. Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Cash
Flow Statement etc.
Ensured accounts payables and receivables are processed
accurately, efficiently and in a timely manner.
Ensured compliance of accounting activities with international
and local accounting standards.
Preparation of debtors and creditors ageing reports; Schedules
for Employee Costs Provisions; Bank Reconciliation Statement;
Cash Flow Statements (Actual and Forecast); Fixed Assets
Schedule and Depreciation Schedules;
Performed budget forecasting and working closely with
operations and Sales teams in analysing margins, variances and
cost analysis
Performed effective cash flow management with projections
mainly through control of receivables compliance with local
statutory requirements.
Maintained and balanced subsidiary accounts by verifying,
allocating, posting, reconciling transactions and resolving
discrepancies.
Prepared cash schedule for upcoming months, check and prepare
cheque’s and its timely disbursement
Managed vendor accounts - Handled Supplier enquiries,
Verified supplier statement with company books; generate
monthly On-demand cheques and payments
Reconciled account balances and bank statements, maintaining
general ledger and preparing month end close procedures.
Prepared payroll sheet including leave and final settlement for
employees and fixed assets schedule
Assisted the Senior Accountant in daily requirements and ensure
timely reporting of all monthly financial information
Prepared financial reports, including Profit and Loss Statement,
Balance Sheet and Statement of Cash Flows, as well as the yearend financial report