Samar Kasem

● Oversee and review supplier payments, invoices, LPOs, and employee reimbursement transactions to ensure accuracy,
compliance, and proper authorization.
● Review month-end payroll reports and supporting documentation as part of monthly accounting control procedures.
● Supervise the preparation and follow-up of general ledger reconciliations and unresolved accounting items.
● Review and support posting of standard and adjustment journal entries during month-end closing.
● Monitor general ledger balances, review expense trends, and analyze major variances against budget.
● Review General Cashier reports, income journal vouchers, supplier invoices, and expense coding for financial accuracy.
● Support accounting workflow, deadline management, and reporting quality across the finance function.
● Strengthen accounting review controls and support compliance with VAT-related documentation and accounting practices
in Saudi Arabia.
● Contribute to the reliability of internal reporting and accounting governance through structured review and control
procedures.

• Led daily general ledger accounting operations, ensuring meticulous maintenance of financial records for accuracy and timeliness.
• Analyzed and prepared journal entries for accruals, reconciliations, foreign exchange transactions, and month-end closing adjustments.
• Facilitated and monitored accounts payable/receivable closure activities, enhancing reconciliation processes and strengthening accounting controls.
• Conducted thorough reviews of bank reconciliations, supplier balances, and account analyses to guarantee completeness and precision.
• Transitioning from Section Head Accountant to Chief Accountant, leveraging extensive experience to drive financial integrity and operational excellence.

• Maintained accurate general ledger accounts, ensuring timely journal entries for accruals, variances, reconciliations, and foreign exchange, enhancing financial reporting accuracy.
• Developed comprehensive documentation for Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) closure procedures, streamlining financial processes.
• Monitored and tracked all purchase orders, invoices, statements, and expenditures, ensuring precise payment processing and financial accountability.
• Collaborated with the Logistics Department to resolve customs and transfer issues, ensuring seamless receipt of purchased products at the business warehouse.
• Engaged with domestic and international suppliers to confirm order details, fostering strong vendor relationships and ensuring timely deliveries.

• Oversaw payroll processing operations, guaranteeing accurate and timely salary disbursement to enhance employee satisfaction and retention.
• Conducted thorough reviews of payroll reconciliations, ensuring alignment with accounting data to maintain financial integrity and compliance.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline payroll processes, improving efficiency and reducing discrepancies.
• Implemented best practices in payroll management, contributing to a more robust financial reporting framework.
• Developed and maintained comprehensive documentation for payroll procedures, facilitating smooth audits and compliance checks.

• Delivered exceptional customer service by effectively managing client inquiries, ensuring timely and accurate responses.
• Streamlined communication processes, enhancing record-keeping efficiency and facilitating seamless issue resolution.
• Developed strong relationships with clients, fostering trust and loyalty through attentive follow-up and support.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve service-related challenges, contributing to overall operational efficiency.
• Utilized problem-solving skills to address customer concerns, leading to improved satisfaction and retention rates.
• Gained valuable insights into customer needs, which can be leveraged in financial reporting and accounting practices.