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Mujahid Syed, Senior Financial Planning & Analyst

Mujahid Syed

Senior Financial Planning & Analyst·UDC REAL ESTAGE GROUP

United Arab Emirates

Master's degree, MBA Corporate Finance

Work experience

Total years of experience: 14 years, 6 months

Senior Financial Planning & Analyst

April 2025 - March 2026

UDC REAL ESTAGE GROUP

Doha, Qatar

April 2025 - March 2026

Prepared and managed real estate financial modeling and feasibility analysis, including cash flow models that evaluate project viability, revenue projections, development costs, financial structures and exit strategies.
Development financial models (residential, commercial, mixed-use) - Investment and acquisition models, Discounted Cash flow models, Rental
income, Payback period and Yield analysis models.
Scenario and Sensitivity analysis - Financial Feasibility (IRR, NPV, Profitability), Market Feasibility, Cost benefit and risk analysis
Improved budget and forecasting accuracy by 20% through enhanced data analysis and cross department collaboration.
Develop and implemented financial models that identify in cost savings opportunities.
Executed feasibility study and market analysis project scope for management, resulting in clear insights that guided strategic decision-making.
Controlled development spending, uncovering $2M in potential savings through efficient budget management.
Led project finance, monitoring cost control, revenue recognition, budget tracking & ensuring alignment of financial goals across departments.
Reporting to CEO and Chairman overall financial reporting and financial closing in compliance with IFRS.
Ensure accurate and timely preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports.
Providing various Ad hoc reports to stakeholders and investors.
Arrange meetings with finance team and Management to discuss on various challenges and ensure going according to plan and budget.
Liaise with Internal and external auditors to get audit reports on time.
Enhance internal controls and compliances according to corporate and financial policies to reduce liabilities and growth of business.
Company industry:
Real Estate

Group Finance Manager (FP&A)

November 2021 - March 2025

iMASS INVESTMENT GROUP

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

November 2021 - March 2025

Developed and implemented financial strategies to support business objectives and drive profitability.
Prepared Annual Budgeting, forecasting and financial modeling initiatives to optimize resource allocation and maximum ROI.
Designed and implemented a financial dashboard using Power BI, reducing the reporting cycle time by 30%.
Performed financial feasibility studies, investment appraisal (IRR, NPV, DCF, Payback) and risk evaluation for new ventures.
Supported in M&A process by conducting detailed financial analysis, historical data and forecast financial information.
Managed Cash Flow forecasting to ensure the company maintains adequate liquidity to meet its obligations.
Monitored and analyzed financial performance, identified variances from budgets to ensure accurate budgeting and financial forecasting.
Prepared monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements including P&L statement, balance sheet and cash flow reports.
Ensuring timely and accurate reporting management and stakeholders, highlighting KPI's, key financial metrics and trends.
Oversaw tax preparation and filling, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
Market research conducted to identify emerging trends, growth opportunities and potential return of investments for new projects.
Manage and mentor the finance team, providing guidance and support in day to day financial activities.
Enhanced profitability by 20% and cost reduction by 10% with strategic planning, financial analysis and operational measures recommendations.
Implemented a new financial strategy increasing cash fl ow by 40% by restructuring debt and improving collections.
Filling VAT returns periodically and processing payment to FTA authority.
Processing monthly payroll process for the entire group and End of services benefits by WPS UAE Laws.
Company industry:
Real Estate

Finance Manager

July 2018 - November 2021

INTERNATIONAL MARITIME SERVICE

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

July 2018 - November 2021

Develop and implement comprehensive financial strategies aligned with the company's short and long term goals.
Led the budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial projections.
Analyze financial trends and provide actionable insights to the executive team to support informed decision making.
Coordinate audits and regulatory filings, working closely with external auditors and regulatory bodies.
Identify assess and mitigate financial risks, developing strategies to protect companys assets.
Optimize the companys working capital and manage cash flow to ensure liquidity and financial stability.
Manage banking operations, open and close letter of credit (LC), guarantees, project financing and corporate services.
Prepared and filed VAT returns and Corporate Tax to FTAAuthority, managed CAPEX and OPEX expenditures.
Managed monthly payroll process on time for the group and process End of Service Benefits according to guidelines.
Developed financial process, control and reporting including monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
Company industry:
Shipping

ChiefAccountant

July 2015 - March 2018

MAKAN DEVELOPERS

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

July 2015 - March 2018

Directed financial planning for product costing and pricing, enhancing profitability by 10%.
Assisted in the preparation of financial updates, providing critical data for monthly management meetings.
Worked with engineering teams to set cost targets, contributing to a cost reduction of 5% in initial project phases.
Supported product pricing strategies by conducting detailed market and competitor analysis.
Monitored development spending, identifying discrepancies and ensuring alignment with budget forecasts.
Company industry:
Real Estate

Financial Analyst

January 2011 - December 2014

Sainsbury’s Energy

London, United Kingdom

January 2011 - December 2014

Analyzed financial statements, performance metrics and investment opportunities across projects.
Prepared annual budget, forecasting, financial models, financial projections and trends.
Develop financial models and risk analysis to support investment recommendations and strategic decision.
Prepared financial and data visualisation charts, models and graphs reports for the management.
Company industry:
Energy & Renewables

Education

Cardiff Metropolitan University

January 2010

January 2010

Master's degree, MBA Corporate Finance

United Kingdom

UK university

January 2009

January 2009

Master's degree, Certification in Management Accounting (CMA)

United Kingdom

Kakatiya University

January 2007

January 2007

Bachelor's degree, Bachelor of Business Management -Finance

India

Skills

Cash Flow
Expert
Cash Flow
Expert
Final Accounts
Expert
Final Accounts
Expert
Bank Reconciliation
Expert
Bank Reconciliation
Expert
Accounts Payable
Expert
Accounts Payable
Expert
Accounts Receivable
Expert
Accounts Receivable
Expert
CERTIFIED MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT
Intermediate
CERTIFIED MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT
Intermediate
FINANCE
Intermediate
FINANCE
Intermediate
CORPORATE FINANCE
Intermediate
CORPORATE FINANCE
Intermediate
FINANCIAL PLANNING
Intermediate
FINANCIAL PLANNING
Intermediate
FINANCIAL CONTROLS
Intermediate
FINANCIAL CONTROLS
Intermediate
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Intermediate
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Intermediate
BUSINESS VALUATION
Intermediate
BUSINESS VALUATION
Intermediate
BUSINESS PLANNING
Intermediate
BUSINESS PLANNING
Intermediate
ACCOUNTING
Intermediate
ACCOUNTING
Intermediate
GENERAL LEDGER
Expert
GENERAL LEDGER
Expert
ACCOUNTANCY
Expert
ACCOUNTANCY
Expert
INVENTORY MANAGEMENT
Expert
INVENTORY MANAGEMENT
Expert
RECONCILIATION
Expert
RECONCILIATION
Expert
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
Expert
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
Expert
BALANCE
Expert
BALANCE
Expert
MICROSOFT OUTLOOK
Expert
MICROSOFT OUTLOOK
Expert
Strong teamwork skills
Expert
Strong teamwork skills
Expert
Financial Planning & Analyst
Expert
Financial Planning & Analyst
Expert
Budget & Forecast
Expert
Budget & Forecast
Expert
Financial Models
Expert
Financial Models
Expert
Investment Management
Expert
Investment Management
Expert
LOANS
Expert
LOANS
Expert
Strategic Planning
Expert
Strategic Planning
Expert
RISK MANAGEMENT
Expert
RISK MANAGEMENT
Expert
Cash Flow Statement
Expert
Cash Flow Statement
Expert
Financial Analysis
Expert
Financial Analysis
Expert
Costing
Expert
Costing
Expert
Portfolio Management
Expert
Portfolio Management
Expert
REPORTS
Expert
REPORTS
Expert
Fund Flow Statement
Expert
Fund Flow Statement
Expert
Ability to work deadlines
Expert
Ability to work deadlines
Expert
Inventory
Expert
Inventory
Expert
Strong Command of English
Expert
Strong Command of English
Expert
Financial Accounting
Expert
Financial Accounting
Expert
Strong Comupter Skills
Expert
Strong Comupter Skills
Expert
Ability to work under pressure
Expert
Ability to work under pressure
Expert
Strong leadership skills
Expert
Strong leadership skills
Expert
Bank Reconciliation
Expert
Bank Reconciliation
Expert
Payroll
Expert
Payroll
Expert
Financial Reports
Expert
Financial Reports
Expert
Strong Communication Skills
Expert
Strong Communication Skills
Expert
General Ledger
Expert
General Ledger
Expert
Strong Interpersonal Skills
Expert
Strong Interpersonal Skills
Expert
Macros, Pivot table, V lookup
Expert
Macros, Pivot table, V lookup
Expert
Balance Sheet
Expert
Balance Sheet
Expert
Income Statement
Expert
Income Statement
Expert
Letter of Credit (LC's)
Expert
Letter of Credit (LC's)
Expert
Forecasting
Expert
Forecasting
Expert
Budgeting
Expert
Budgeting
Expert
Cash Flow Management
Expert
Cash Flow Management
Expert
Value Added Tax (VAT)
Expert
Value Added Tax (VAT)
Expert
Job Costing
Expert
Job Costing
Expert
Controlling
Expert
Controlling
Expert
COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
Intermediate
COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
Intermediate
COST CONTROL
Intermediate
COST CONTROL
Intermediate
FINANCE
Intermediate
FINANCE
Intermediate
IDEATION
Intermediate
IDEATION
Intermediate
INVESTMENTS
Intermediate
INVESTMENTS
Intermediate
MARKET RESEARCH
Intermediate
MARKET RESEARCH
Intermediate
PROJECT RISK MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
PROJECT RISK MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
REAL ESTATE
Intermediate
REAL ESTATE
Intermediate
REVENUE GROWTH
Intermediate
REVENUE GROWTH
Intermediate
STRATEGIC PLANNING
Intermediate
STRATEGIC PLANNING
Intermediate
Cash Flow
Expert
Cash Flow
Expert
Final Accounts
Expert
Final Accounts
Expert
Accounts Payable
Expert
Accounts Payable
Expert
Accounts Receivable
Expert
Accounts Receivable
Expert
ANALYTICS
Intermediate
ANALYTICS
Intermediate
CERTIFIED MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT
Intermediate
CERTIFIED MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANT
Intermediate
CHARTERED FINANCIAL ANALYST
Intermediate
CHARTERED FINANCIAL ANALYST
Intermediate
CORPORATE FINANCIAL REPORTING
Intermediate
CORPORATE FINANCIAL REPORTING
Intermediate
COST CONTROL
Intermediate
COST CONTROL
Intermediate
FINANCE
Intermediate
FINANCE
Intermediate
FINANCIAL ANALYSIS
Intermediate
FINANCIAL ANALYSIS
Intermediate
MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION MBA
Intermediate
MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION MBA
Intermediate
REAL ESTATE
Intermediate
REAL ESTATE
Intermediate
STRATEGIC MARKETING
Intermediate
STRATEGIC MARKETING
Intermediate

Languages

English
Expert
Hindi
Expert
Urdu
Expert
Arabic
Intermediate

Training and Certifications

Certifications
UAE Driving License Banking Relationship Negotiation skills
Certification in Management Accounting (CMA)
ACCA Certified Workshop
Certified SAP FICO
UAE Driving License

Hobbies

  • reading newpaper