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AMITA MATHEW

AMITA MATHEW

Dubai

Summary

A strategic finance leader with 25+ years of experience across multinational organizations, including PJP Investments Group LLC, Gourmet Gulf LLC, Gulf Timber Company FZE, Trucktec International FZE, Silkargo LLC, and D.K Rohra & Associates, Chartered Accountants. Proven expertise in driving operational efficiency, profitability, and business transformation. Skilled in financial statement preparation, controls implementation, auditing, and leading finance operations. Adept at streamlining accounting processes, enhancing financial reporting, and driving cost reduction and cash flow optimization. Successfully introduced Robotics in Accounts Receivable (A/R) accounting to improve accuracy and efficiency, accelerating financial operations. Solely responsible for setting up the finance department in KSA and Jordan, managing cross-functional responsibilities across three regions (UAE, KSA, and Jordan), ensuring seamless operations and alignment with corporate goals. Focused on aligning long-term strategic goals with day-to-day execution to foster sustained growth, boost profitability, and maintain a competitive edge in the market.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Finance Manager

PJP Investments Group LLC
06.2019 - Current
  • Lead financial operations for 125+ Papa John’s restaurants across UAE, KSA, and Jordan, managing a team of accountants.
  • Develop financial models and conduct comprehensive analysis to support executive decision-making.
  • Oversee monthly financial statements, P&L, balance sheet, accruals, and deferrals for all regions.
  • Manage cash flow, capital expenditure, supplier payments, and negotiations for favorable terms.
  • Supervise A/R, A/P, capital expenses, daily cash reconciliation, and aggregator reports.
  • Lead the implementation of robotics in A/R processes to improve efficiency and accuracy.
  • Prepare SOPs and audit documentation to support long-term organizational objectives and ensure compliance with IFRS and statutory audits, while managing VAT and WHT filings.
  • Establish and maintain internal control safeguards to comply with standard policies and practices, and set up finance departments for KSA and Jordan while coordinating with operations to ensure accurate food costs and inventory.

Education

CA Inter -

Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
India
05-2000

Bachelors of Accountancy -

Mumbai University
Mumbai, India.
05-1998

Skills

    Financial Control & Reporting

    Liasion of Statutory Auditors

    Robotics in A/R

    Financial Statements

    Cash Flow & Capex Planning

    Cost Benefit Analysis

    VAT & WHT submissions

    Corporate Tax

    Preparation of MIS Reports

Languages

English
Advanced (C1)
Hindi
Upper intermediate (B2)

Timeline

Finance Manager

PJP Investments Group LLC
06.2019 - Current

CA Inter -

Institute of Chartered Accountants of India

Bachelors of Accountancy -

Mumbai University
AMITA MATHEW