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Nadine Barakat, Finance Officer

Nadine Barakat

Finance Officer·British Council - Egypt

Egypt

Higher diploma, Banking And Finance

Work experience

Total years of experience: 17 years, 10 months

Finance Officer

July 2025 - Present

British Council - Egypt

Cairo, Egypt

July 2025 - Present

• Executed monthly accruals with precision, significantly enhancing the accuracy of financial reporting and optimizing cash flow forecasts.
• Spearheaded the development of board Purchase Requisitions (PRs) in SAP, ensuring strict adherence to P2P processes and procurement policies.
• Partnered with the PO releaser and Market Place to refine transaction approval workflows, resulting in improved operational efficiency.
• Systematically organized and maintained examination board Purchase Orders (POs), invoices, and supporting documents, ensuring seamless access and compliance.
• Leveraged analytical skills to support financial decision-making, contributing to strategic planning and resource allocation.
• Demonstrated strong communication and collaboration skills, fostering relationships with stakeholders to drive financial performance.

Company industry:
Training & Education Center
Job role:
Finance and Investment

Project Coordinator

July 2024 - June 2025

British Council - Egypt

Cairo, Egypt

July 2024 - June 2025

• Coordinated and managed training initiatives and workshops, significantly enhancing program effectiveness and participant engagement.
• Cultivated and maintained strong relationships with clients, partners, and stakeholders, ensuring alignment on financial goals and collaborative efforts.
• Organized and participated in domestic and international conferences and meetings, facilitating knowledge sharing and industry networking.
• Procured essential materials and resources, optimizing budget management and ensuring efficient allocation of training assets.
• Leveraged analytical skills to assess program outcomes, contributing to strategic financial planning and decision-making processes.

Company industry:
Higher Education
Job role:
Training and Development

FP&A Coordinator

November 2018 - June 2024

British Council - Egypt

Cairo, Egypt

November 2018 - June 2024

• Managed monthly allocation of staff costs across multiple projects, ensuring strict compliance with budgetary constraints and performing comprehensive variance analysis to identify discrepancies.
• Utilized SAP for precise reconciliation of staff costs, preparing correction journals to uphold financial accuracy and integrity.
• Contributed to the annual budgeting and quarterly reforecasting cycles, consistently delivering results under tight deadlines and enhancing financial planning processes.
• Generated and formatted detailed monthly reports comparing Actual vs Planned vs Plan FY, facilitating regional and cluster analysis and providing actionable insights for strategic decision-making.
• Enhanced financial reporting efficiency and accuracy, supporting senior management in achieving financial objectives and optimizing resource allocation.

Company industry:
Higher Education
Job role:
Finance and Investment

Part-Time Exams Invigilator/ Administrator

May 2011 - October 2018

British Council - Egypt

Cairo, Egypt

May 2011 - October 2018

• Supervised examination candidates, cultivating leadership and conflict resolution skills essential for managing financial teams and projects.
• Prepared and organized critical documentation, sharpening my attention to detail and administrative expertise vital for financial reporting and analysis.
• Ensured compliance with strict child protection policies, reflecting my strong commitment to ethical standards and regulatory adherence in finance.
• Enhanced communication skills through diverse interactions, facilitating effective collaboration and stakeholder engagement in financial environments.
• Leveraged organizational skills to streamline processes, contributing to more efficient financial operations and project coordination.

Company industry:
Training & Education Center
Job role:
Administration

Financial Operations Specialist

August 2008 - April 2011

National Bank Of Egypt

Cairo, Egypt

August 2008 - April 2011

• Execute daily financial transactions, including SWIFT transfers, ensuring precision and regulatory compliance to mitigate risks.
• Analyze and manage foreign exchange currency transfers, strategically optimizing Bid/Ask spreads to enhance profitability.
• Facilitate customer claims processing for Treasury Bills, Time Deposits, and Mutual Funds, significantly improving client satisfaction and retention.
• Conduct thorough daily clearance checks, proactively addressing balance discrepancies through effective customer communication.
• Oversee the collection process for invoices and bills, ensuring timely payments and maintaining cash flow integrity.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline financial operations, contributing to overall organizational efficiency and effectiveness.

Company industry:
Banking
Job role:
Banking

Education

ESLSCA Business School

June 2011

June 2011

Higher diploma, Banking And Finance

Egypt

GPA (point): 3.6 out of 4

GPA (point): 3.6 out of 4

Beni-Suef University

May 2007

May 2007

Bachelor's degree, Accounting

Egypt

GPA (rating): Good

GPA (rating): Good

Skills

Financial Analysis
Intermediate
Financial Analysis
Intermediate
Financial Reporting
Expert
Financial Reporting
Expert
SAP
Intermediate
SAP
Intermediate
Budget Reconciliation
Expert
Budget Reconciliation
Expert
Bank Reconciliations
Expert
Bank Reconciliations
Expert
Data Entry
Expert
Data Entry
Expert
Variance Analysis
Intermediate
Variance Analysis
Intermediate
Collections
Intermediate
Collections
Intermediate
MS Office tools
Intermediate
MS Office tools
Intermediate
BUDGETING
Intermediate
BUDGETING
Intermediate
BUSINESS CONTINUITY
Intermediate
BUSINESS CONTINUITY
Intermediate
FINANCE
Intermediate
FINANCE
Intermediate
FINANCIAL PLANNING
Intermediate
FINANCIAL PLANNING
Intermediate
FORECASTING
Intermediate
FORECASTING
Intermediate
LEADERSHIP
Intermediate
LEADERSHIP
Intermediate
OPERATIONS
Intermediate
OPERATIONS
Intermediate
PURCHASE TO PAY P2P
Intermediate
PURCHASE TO PAY P2P
Intermediate
SAP APPLICATIONS
Intermediate
SAP APPLICATIONS
Intermediate
Accruals , Deferrals , Prepayment
Expert
Accruals , Deferrals , Prepayment
Expert
Invoices , Bills Collection
Intermediate
Invoices , Bills Collection
Intermediate
SWIFT Transfers
Intermediate
SWIFT Transfers
Intermediate

Languages

Arabic
Native Speaker
English
Expert