AHMAD FALAMARZI
Ajman,U.A.E
Summary
Results-driven finance and procurement professional with expertise in supplier payments, petty cash management, and GL reconciliation. Skilled in audit preparation, regulatory compliance, and implementing financial policies aligned with IFRS standards. Proficient in ERP systems (SAP), advanced Microsoft Excel, and fraud risk management techniques including CFE and AML. Demonstrates strong leadership capabilities in team development while ensuring operational efficiency through effective internal controls. Committed to optimising financial reporting processes and enhancing supplier relations to support organisational growth.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
2013
2013
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manager – Payment Operations & Supplier Payments
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA)
01.2022 - 05.2025
- Oversee all local purchase and supplier payment activities in compliance with corporate financial policies.
- Approve purchase requisitions and ensure alignment with contractual obligations before PO issuance.
- Authorize updates to supplier banking details after reviewing compliance documentation.
- Handle finance-related cases on the official government complaint platform and ensure timely resolution.
- Lead the Supplier Happiness Committee and develop strategies to improve supplier experience and mitigate financial risks.
- Supervise month-end closing tasks and liaise with internal stakeholders to meet audit timelines.
Assistant Manager – Payment Operations & Supplier Payments
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA)
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Managed supplier disbursements, petty cash accounts, government payments, and refund processes.
- Developed DEWA's petty cash policy and optimized GL clearing methodology.
- Spearheaded a shift to paperless workflows in 2014, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Coached junior finance staff and contributed to their professional development.
Supervisor – Finance Department
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA)
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Supervised finance staff and ensured adherence to internal controls and timely payments.
- Represented DEWA in finance-related dealings with RTA through 2022.
Finance Officer
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA)
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Handled daily financial operations, including invoice payments, petty cash, and reconciliations.
- Verified supplier bank credentials and supported the monthly closing and audit cycles.
Education
Bachelor of Accounting -
United Arab Emirates University
Skills
- Supplier Payments & Procurement Operations
- Petty Cash & Deposit Refunds Management
- Audit Preparation & Regulatory Compliance
- Financial Policies & Internal Controls
- ERP Systems (SAP)
- Microsoft Excel
- Team Leadership & Staff Development
- Supplier Experience & Complaint Resolution
- Fraud Risk Management (CFE, AML)
- Financial Reporting & Reconciliation
Certification
- Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), ACFE, 01/01/24
- Diploma in Anti-Money Laundering & Anti-Terrorist Financing, Arab Institute for Accountants and Legal, 01/01/22
- Diploma in Volunteering, Amity University, Dubai, 01/01/20
Languages
Arabic
Native
English
Fluent
Personal Information
Nationality: Emirati
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Manager – Payment Operations & Supplier Payments
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA)
01.2022 - 05.2025
Assistant Manager – Payment Operations & Supplier Payments
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA)
01.2018 - 01.2022
Supervisor – Finance Department
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA)
01.2016 - 01.2018
Finance Officer
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA)
01.2013 - 01.2016
Bachelor of Accounting -
United Arab Emirates University
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