Basel BAHASHWAN
Riyadh,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Accomplished finance professional with expertise in financial reporting, general ledger management, and VAT compliance. Demonstrates proficiency in JD Edwards and SAP systems, alongside advanced Microsoft Excel skills. Adept at audit preparation and payroll administration, ensuring seamless e-filing for VAT and ZATCA compliance. Strong analytical skills in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis drive data-driven decision-making. Career goals include leveraging ERP systems knowledge to optimise financial operations and enhance organisational efficiency.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
General Accountant
Al Osool Medical Trading Co.
Riyadh
11.2023 - 12.2025
- Prepared monthly and annual financial reports.
- Conducted VAT filing and ensured compliance with ZATCA.
- Managed payroll and cash flow.
- Supported external audits and developed accounting policies.
- Assisted with budget preparation, monitoring expenses, and providing timely updates to management on variances.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable functions, maintaining accurate records and timely payments to vendors while collecting outstanding invoices.
- Prepared detailed cash flow analyses for management review, highlighting potential areas of concern related to liquidity issues or potential shortfalls in operating funds.
- Improved financial accuracy by conducting thorough account reconciliations and adjusting journal entries.
- Collaborated with external auditors during year-end audits, ensuring compliance with regulations and accurate financial reporting.
- Supported month-end closing process by preparing financial statements, variance analyses, and account reconciliations.
- Trained and mentored junior staff members on various aspects of general accounting principles, software applications, and best practices in order to foster culture of continuous learning and professional development.
General Accountant
Al Jeel Medical & Trading Company
Riyadh
09.2021 - 11.2023
- Handled general ledger, journal entries, and reconciliations.
- Managed AR and AP cycles including supplier and customer reconciliations.
- Prepared payroll and monthly financial statements.
- Assisted in external audits and VAT submissions.
- Streamlined accounting processes for increased efficiency in daily operations.
- Ensured tax compliance by preparing quarterly sales tax returns and assisting with annual income tax filings.
- Participated in cross-functional teams tasked with evaluating potential acquisitions or divestitures, performing due diligence activities related to target companies' financial records to ensure appropriate pricing decisions were made during negotiations.
- Created and introduced updated processes for accounts receivable sub-ledger and customer attribute reporting.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Accounting
Al-Balqa Applied University
Jordan 01.2015 - 01.2020
Skills
- Financial reporting
- General ledger management
- VAT compliance
- ZATCA compliance
- Payroll administration
- Audit preparation
- JD Edwards expertise
- SAP proficiency
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Microsoft Excel skills
- ERP systems knowledge
- Microsoft Office suite proficiency
- E-filing systems for VAT and ZATCA
- Financial analysis and data reporting
Certification
- SOCPA Training Course – Noor Business Academy
- ERP Systems: Oracle JD Edwards, SAP Business One
- Professional Skills: Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Adaptability, Continuous Learning
Languages
Arabic (Native)
English (Excellent)
References
Available upon request
Timeline
General Accountant
Al Osool Medical Trading Co.
11.2023 - 12.2025
General Accountant
Al Jeel Medical & Trading Company
09.2021 - 11.2023
Bachelor's Degree - Accounting
Al-Balqa Applied University
01.2015 - 01.2020