ABDUL GAFOOR
Dubai,UAE
Summary
Results-driven Accounts & Operations Executive with hands-on experience in financial accounting, VAT compliance, trade finance, and vessel operations within the bulk commodity trading sector (DMCC, UAE). Skilled in Tally Prime, MIS reporting, bank reconciliations, and payroll, combined with expertise in shipping documentation, laytime/demurrage calculations, and port coordination. Recognized for accuracy, efficiency, and ensuring seamless integration of financial and operational processes to support business growth.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Accounts and Operations
Prestegious Bulk DMCC
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
2022.02 - Current
- Recorded day-to-day financial transactions in Tally Prime including sales, purchases, receipts, payments, contra & journal entries.
- Managed accounts payable & receivable, reconciled vendor/customer accounts, and ensured timely settlements.
- Prepared and filed VAT returns, tax invoices, and compliance reports in line with UAE regulations.
- Handled bank reconciliation statements, cash flow monitoring, and payroll processing with statutory compliance.
- Generated Profit & Loss statements, Balance Sheets, and MIS/financial reports.
- Assisted in audit preparation, providing required schedules, ledgers, and reports to auditors.
- Prepared, verified, and maintained shipping & trade documents (Bills of Lading, Letters of Credit, COO, contracts, invoices).
- Calculated laytime/demurrage claims.
- Ensured accuracy, confidentiality, and timely completion of both accounting and operational records
Accountant
Alba Chartered Accountants
Dubai, UAE
2018.04 - 2022.02
- Audit Assistance up to Finalization
- Vat filing.
- Bank Reconciliation.
- Reconcile Accounts Receivable And Payable.
- Reports on Company's Financial Health And Liquidity.
- Recommend Financial Actions BY Analyzing Accounting Options.
Accounts Executive
Gulf International Tours & Travels
Perumpadappu, INDIA, INDIA
2016.08 - 2018.03
- Handling International Air Ticketing for all destinations.
- Bank Reconciliation.
- Manage All Accounting Transactions.
Accountant
Qatar Engineering & Construction Company LLC
Abu Dhabi, UAE
2015.11 - 2016.05
- Organized all new hire, security and temporary paperwork.
- Assisted senior recruitment staff with career fairs and recruitment events.
- Completed data entry, tracked CVs and maintained applicant tracking system.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Finance
PG Centre
INDIA 2012.06 - 2017.05
Diploma - Travel & Tourism
Patriot Aviation College
INDIA 2012.06 - 2013.12
Diploma - Corporate Accounting
Accounts Service Society
INDIA 2014.03 - 2014.12
Skills
- Accounting & Finance: Tally Prime, Accounts Payable/Receivable, Reconciliations, Financial Reporting, VAT Compliance, Payroll Processing, Audit Support, MIS Reporting
- Trade & Shipping Operations: Vessel Operations, Laytime & Demurrage Calculation, Import/Export Documentation (BL, LC, COO, Contracts, Invoices), Port & Agent Coordination, Cargo Handling Support
- Banking & Trade Finance: Letter of Credit (LC) Handling, Bank Reconciliations, Trade Finance Transactions, Cash Flow Management
- Business & Compliance: DMCC Regulations, Confidential Record Management, Accuracy & Timely Reporting, Risk & Cost Control
- Technical Tools: Tally Prime, MS Excel (Advanced), MS Word, PowerPoint
Languages
English
Intermediate
Hindi
Elementary
Malayalam
Native
Personal Information
- Passport Number: Y9722163
- Passport Date Of Issue: 15-11-2023
- Passport Expiry Date: 14-11-2033
- Date of birth: 29-03-1993
- Nationality: Indian
- Marital status: Single
Timeline
Accounts and Operations
Prestegious Bulk DMCC
2022.02 - Current
Accountant
Alba Chartered Accountants
2018.04 - 2022.02
Accounts Executive
Gulf International Tours & Travels
2016.08 - 2018.03
Accountant
Qatar Engineering & Construction Company LLC
2015.11 - 2016.05
Diploma - Corporate Accounting
Accounts Service Society
2014.03 - 2014.12
Bachelor of Commerce - Finance
PG Centre
2012.06 - 2017.05
Diploma - Travel & Tourism
Patriot Aviation College
2012.06 - 2013.12