Amitha Patricia Albuquerque
Dubai
Summary
A qualified Chartered Accountant and Certified Internal Auditor, with over 10 years of professional experience. Results-oriented Financial Controller with a proven track record of implementing financial policies and procedures to improve accuracy and efficiency in reporting. Skilled in analyzing financial statements to identify cost reduction opportunities and enhance revenue, resulting in a 10% increase in profitability. Adept at managing budgets and forecasting with a 95% accuracy rate, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deputy Financial Controller
ENGIE COFELY, a group company of Engie Solutions, France
Dubai, UAE
05.2023 - Current
- Developing and maintaining financial policies and procedures
- Preparing and analyzing financial statements and reports
- Managing the budgeting and forecasting process
- Overseeing the accounts payable and accounts receivable functions
- Managing cash flow and liquidity
- Ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations
- Coordinating and preparing tax returns
- Developing and implementing internal controls
- Analyzing financial performance and providing recommendations for improvement
- Assisting with audits and other financial reviews
- Providing financial advice and support to other departments
- Leading the financial accounting team to deliver high standards of work and behavior
Senior Executive-Internal Controls & Regional Accounting, Senior Treasury Executive
SUMITOMO CORPORATION MIDDLE EAST FZE, a group company of Sumitomo Corporation, Japan
Dubai
01.2022 - 04.2023
- Managing the internal control requirements including JSOX and supporting the regional accounting team
- Overseeing the treasury functions for the company including disbursements, trade finance, month end reporting.
Finance Manager
SUMMIT STEEL MIDDLE EAST FZE, a group company of Sumitomo Corporation, Japan
Dubai
06.2018 - 11.2021
- Lead budgeting, planning & forecasting processes including cash management, treasury, banking liaising with local & international banks
- Handle monthly, quarterly & annual closings for the company accruals, provisions etc
- Manage reporting, preparation, submission of financial packs, including direct communication with HO Finance team
- Financial Planning & Analysis - prepare, review and present standalone performance review presentations & budgets to Board of Directors & management
- Authorize & control payments to vendors, suppliers and other business needs
- Support inventory management process - stock takes, cycle counts, write offs
- Lead, direct, evaluate and develop a high performing team to ensure the organization's financial strategy is implemented effectively, consistently and according to established guidelines.
Accountant- Payables Supervisor
DISTRIBUTION NOW FZE - a group company of National Oilwell Varco, USA
Dubai
03.2013 - 05.2018
- Oversee the daily operations of the department, including supervising 2 staff, managing workflows, and ensuring accuracy and timeliness of payments
- Handle CAPEX & OPEX disbursements for the company, including local and international suppliers, multi currency payments
- Month end accruals, general ledger account reconciliations, supporting accounting manager in accounts receivable, SOX reporting, banking & treasury, audit, month end & year end closing.
Senior Auditor
Moore Stephens Dubai, UAE
Dubai
09.2012 - 01.2013
- Reviewing, verifying records, preparation and presentation of financial statements using audit software
- Conducted risk assessments, client interviews, and audit walkthroughs
- Compiled and presented audit findings, recommended controls.
Education
Master of Commerce -
Karnataka State Open University
06.2007 - 05.2009
Bachelor of Commerce - undefined
St. Agnes College, Mangalore
06.2003 - 05.2006
Skills
- Financial Reporting & Analysis
- Budget Management
- Cash Flow Forecasting
- Internal control management
- SAP(FICO)
- Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel
- Power BI
- SQL
- ISCALA
Certification
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATION
• Certified Internal Auditor – Institute of Internal Auditors, USA, June 2021
• Chartered Accountant (ACA) - The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, May 2012
Languages
English Native
Arabic Beginner
Key Achievement's
- Reduced Operational Expenses
Led a cost optimization project that successfully cut operational expenses by 20%, significantly impacting net income.
- Streamlined Financial Reporting
Introduced a new financial system that accelerated reporting by 40%, improving organizational decision making.
- Aged Receivables Improvement
Reducing 120 days ledger from $ 80K to $20K in 2 months, reducing 90 days ledger from $150K to $40K in 4 months
Timeline
Deputy Financial Controller
ENGIE COFELY, a group company of Engie Solutions, France
05.2023 - Current
Senior Executive-Internal Controls & Regional Accounting, Senior Treasury Executive
SUMITOMO CORPORATION MIDDLE EAST FZE, a group company of Sumitomo Corporation, Japan
01.2022 - 04.2023
Finance Manager
SUMMIT STEEL MIDDLE EAST FZE, a group company of Sumitomo Corporation, Japan
06.2018 - 11.2021
Accountant- Payables Supervisor
DISTRIBUTION NOW FZE - a group company of National Oilwell Varco, USA
03.2013 - 05.2018
Senior Auditor
Moore Stephens Dubai, UAE
09.2012 - 01.2013
Master of Commerce -
Karnataka State Open University
06.2007 - 05.2009
Bachelor of Commerce - undefined
St. Agnes College, Mangalore
06.2003 - 05.2006
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATION
• Certified Internal Auditor – Institute of Internal Auditors, USA, June 2021
• Chartered Accountant (ACA) - The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, May 2012
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