Nazih Ezzat,

Nazih Ezzat

Location
Kuwait
Education
Master's degree, Banking And Finance
Experience
25 years, 0 Months

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Total years of experience :25 years, 0 Months

  • My current job since May 2018
Finance manager at Celebrities Food for Management Restaurants Co.
  • Kuwait - As Salimiyah
  • My current job since May 2018

• Supported operations management, sales, and marketing efforts to increase revenue and overall financial health.
• Created organizational structures to improve accounting and finance functions.
• Trained new and existing staff members in various financial procedures to prepare for job requirements.
• Executed vendor setup and payment, administration of bank accounts and account reconciliations.
• Partnered with IT and operational leadership to develop financial business plans with detailed benchmarks.
• Monitored budget and revenue trends, compiling reports for company leadership to inform decision-making.
• Evaluated project applications and verified with outline specifications to approve, reject and recommend adjustments.
• Managed regular finance tracking for numerous branch offices and headquarters expenses.
• Drove revenue stream development through strategic collaboration and partnerships.
• Spearheaded expansion strategies to increase business market share.
• Developed corporate investment strategies to drive growth and security.
• Reviewed documentation and identified financial discrepancies where applicable.
• Researched and facilitated software integration to streamline accounting and financial processes.
• Drove profit increases through market research and strategic asset management to meet dynamic industry conditions.
• Managed investments to diversify financial portfolios and grow revenue.
• Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
• Supported pension program rollout following targeted analysis and research.
• Completed filings and upheld strict compliance with regulatory agencies and supervisors.
• Prepared and managed large capital expenditure budgets to effectively handle infrastructure investment and long-term operations.
• Processed invoices and contacted appropriate parties for timely payment receipt.
• Maintained responsive organization with sustained revenue growth through industry forecast monitoring and deliberate financial planning.
• Forecasted trends and recommended improvements based on financial risk analyses.

Finance manager at Afaq education Co
  • Kuwait - Hawali
  • August 2009 to April 2018

• Supported operations management, sales, and marketing efforts to increase revenue and overall financial health.
• Created organizational structures to improve accounting and finance functions.
• Trained new and existing staff members in various financial procedures to prepare for job requirements.
• Executed vendor setup and payment, administration of bank accounts and account reconciliations.
• Partnered with IT and operational leadership to develop financial business plans with detailed benchmarks.
• Monitored budget and revenue trends, compiling reports for company leadership to inform decision-making.
• Evaluated project applications and verified with outline specifications to approve, reject and recommend adjustments.
• Managed regular finance tracking for numerous branch offices and headquarters expenses.
• Drove revenue stream development through strategic collaboration and partnerships.
• Spearheaded expansion strategies to increase business market share.
• Developed corporate investment strategies to drive growth and security.
• Reviewed documentation and identified financial discrepancies where applicable.
• Researched and facilitated software integration to streamline accounting and financial processes.
• Drove profit increases through market research and strategic asset management to meet dynamic industry conditions.
• Managed investments to diversify financial portfolios and grow revenue.
• Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
• Supported pension program rollout following targeted analysis and research.
• Completed filings and upheld strict compliance with regulatory agencies and supervisors.
• Prepared and managed large capital expenditure budgets to effectively handle infrastructure investment and long-term operations.
• Processed invoices and contacted appropriate parties for timely payment receipt.
• Maintained responsive organization with sustained revenue growth through industry forecast monitoring and deliberate financial planning.
• Forecasted trends and recommended improvements based on financial risk analyses.

Finance manager at Al-Abraj holding Co
  • Kuwait - Al Farawaniyah
  • February 2008 to August 2009

• Supported operations management, sales, and marketing efforts to increase revenue and overall financial health.
• Created organizational structures to improve accounting and finance functions.
• Trained new and existing staff members in various financial procedures to prepare for job requirements.
• Executed vendor setup and payment, administration of bank accounts and account reconciliations.
• Partnered with IT and operational leadership to develop financial business plans with detailed benchmarks.
• Monitored budget and revenue trends, compiling reports for company leadership to inform decision-making.
• Evaluated project applications and verified with outline specifications to approve, reject and recommend adjustments.
• Managed regular finance tracking for numerous branch offices and headquarters expenses.
• Drove revenue stream development through strategic collaboration and partnerships.
• Spearheaded expansion strategies to increase business market share.
• Developed corporate investment strategies to drive growth and security.
• Reviewed documentation and identified financial discrepancies where applicable.
• Researched and facilitated software integration to streamline accounting and financial processes.
• Drove profit increases through market research and strategic asset management to meet dynamic industry conditions.
• Managed investments to diversify financial portfolios and grow revenue.
• Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
• Supported pension program rollout following targeted analysis and research.
• Completed filings and upheld strict compliance with regulatory agencies and supervisors.
• Prepared and managed large capital expenditure budgets to effectively handle infrastructure investment and long-term operations.
• Processed invoices and contacted appropriate parties for timely payment receipt.
• Maintained responsive organization with sustained revenue growth through industry forecast monitoring and deliberate financial planning.
• Forecasted trends and recommended improvements based on financial risk analyses.

Chief internal auditor at Kuwait cement Co
  • Kuwait - Al Kuwait
  • November 2004 to February 2008

• Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
• Developed financial models to assess and analyze financial performance of clients.
• Conducted technical and analytical reviews of tax returns to check for accuracy and qualified deductions.
• Kept up-to-date with tax changes and industry trends by participating in professional organizations, opportunities, and networks.
• Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
• Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.
• Found tax solutions to complicated tax issues or errors from incorrect tax filings.
• Researched technical tax issues to define tax effect or impact of certain tax positions.
• Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas, and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
• Diminished outstanding debts by analyzing accounts for issues.
• Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
• Initiated comprehensive account assessments to check viability, stability, and profitability of business operations.
• Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
• Collected and reported monthly expense variances and explanations.
• Used accounting software to issue tax returns and prepare consolidated reports.
• Identified legal tax savings and recommended ways to improve profits.
• Collaborated with accounting manager to comply with governing bodies and limit regulatory risks.
• Cooperated with senior leaders to create operating budgets and initiate financial planning.
• Partnered with auditors to track errors and add contributions to maintain accuracy.
• Compiled general ledger entries on short schedule with 100% accuracy.

Chief accountant at Al-Argan international real estate Co
  • Kuwait - Al Kuwait
  • April 2004 to October 2004

• Set up and improved accounting systems and processes to meet business needs and maximize operational success.
• Reviewed business operations and obligations to help organization function at acceptable level.
• Wrote financial statements and consolidations after reconciling general ledger accounts.
• Offered advice and direction to help clients better understand financial goals.
• Expedited payroll and invoicing by streamlining billing systems.
• Prepared accounts for industry audits and supported audit process.
• Oversaw accounting team in servicing diverse clients.
• Assisted in upgrade and conversion of in-house financial systems.
• Partnered with auditors to track errors and add contributions to maintain accuracy.
• Reviewed documents and accounts for discrepancies and resolved variances.
• Calculated tax owed, prepared, and submitted returns and upheld compliance with all applicable laws.
• Leveraged finance knowledge to strengthen controls and improve transparency.
• Completed biweekly payroll and maintained employee records.
• Drafted variance reports, regulatory filings, and related schedules.
• Prepared monthly journal entries and reconciliations.
• Evaluated and improved financial records to make important business decisions.
• Liaised with clients regarding financial plans and objectives.
• Handled month-end and year-end end finances by managing and reporting fixed assets and other data.
• Analyzed financial audit information and made recommendations to improve efficiencies.
• Completed year-end closing processes with controllers and external auditors.
• Developed and implemented effective accounting systems.
• Reconciled balance sheets and streamlined best practices for balance sheet processes.
• Reviewed budgets and communicated discrepancies to senior management.
• Assisted team members in transitioning to new system through extensive training and one-on-one support.

Credit & Marketing Supervisor at JORDAN KUWAIT BANK
  • Jordan - Amman
  • February 2003 to December 2003

• Conducted financial review of customer lines of credit by assessing company financials and initiating credit application reviews.
• Assessed credit risk and analyzed financial statements.
• Made decisions and recommendations about extending lines of credit.
• Analyzed customer data such as financial statements to determine level of risk involved for extending credit.
• Analyzed credit scores to determine borrowers' creditworthiness.
• Reviewed credit reports to comprehensively view borrowers' credit history and identify potential red flags.
• Developed credit models to assist in the credit decisions process.
• Analyzed creditworthiness of loan applicants and determined credit risk of loan requests.

Internal Auditor at JORDANIAN COMPANY FOR INVESTMENT
  • Jordan - Amman
  • February 1999 to November 2003

• Developed understanding of company audit methodology, approach and tools while working under supervision of licensed auditors.
• Proofread audit and tax reports and year-end financial statements to verify accuracy.
• Identified major risk areas and gaps in internal controls, process notes and risk control matrices to plan and perform audit procedures.
• Inspected cash on hand, notes receivable and payable and negotiable securities to confirm accurate records.

Education

Master's degree, Banking And Finance
  • at THE ARAB ACADEMY FOR BANKING & FINANCIAL SCIENCES
  • January 2003
Bachelor's degree, Finance & Banking Sciences
  • at Al-Ahliyya amman university
  • January 1999

Specialties & Skills

ACCOUNTANCY
BANKING
BUDGETING
BUSINESS PLANS
CAPITAL MARKETS
CASH MANAGEMENT
CLARIFY
FINANCE
FINANCIAL
FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

Languages

Arabic
Expert
English
Expert

Hobbies

  • Handcrafts , Cooking