CHRISTIAN NASELI
Dubai,DU
Summary
Talented and Experienced Finance leader with over 10 years demonstrated history of working in the EMEA region, skilled in strategic budget management and compliance oversight. Expert in leading cross-departmental teams to achieve financial objectives and maintain positive cash flow. Known for quick adaptation, problem solving, integrity, agility across a wide range of methods and processes, producing results under pressure. Adept at strategic planning, financial reporting, taxation and risk management, with a significant achievement in reducing costs by 20% through rigorous financial control measures and optimizations.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Cluster Financial Controller
THE FIRST GROUP, Citadine Metro Hotel And Grand Height Hotel
Dubai, DU
06.2022 - Current
- Led financial planning and analysis functions, overseeing team of 7 and managed budgets in excess of AED 36 million (~$10mn) annually.
- Directed cross-functional teams to develop long-range financial plans,improving forecasting accuracy by 25% year-over-year.
- Implemented new financial reporting system that strengthened reporting efficiency by 30%, facilitating more informed decision-making.
- Enhanced shared-services model that consolidated multiple financial operations into central system, cutting overhead costs by 12%.
- Drove strategic initiatives that reduced operating costs by 18% without compromising service quality or employee satisfaction.
- Optimized cash management strategies, ensuring average positive cash flow increase of 15% across all departments.
- Collaborated with IT and procurement to streamline purchasing processes resulting in annual cost saving of AED 1 million (~$0.3mn).
Chief Accountant
Accord Hotels
01.2021 - 05.2022
- Supervised and provided strategic direction for a AED228 million(~$62mn) revenue portfolio with successful 10% growth over the year.
- Spearheaded multi-functional finance team, optimizing workflow sand performance leading to a 20% increase in team productivity.
- Conducted comprehensive financial analysis to identify trends and advised on risk management strategies, mitigating potential losses by.
- Negotiated with vendors to secure cost-effective contracts, saving the company an average of AED 500 thousand (~$0.15mn) annually.
- Increased accuracy of cost analysis by 100% by introducing effective standard costing system.
Assistant Finance Manager
Courtyard by Marriott
06.2018 - 12.2020
- Reduced direct costs by 15% by devising and implementing weekly budgetary expense controls.
- Streamlined accounting procedures, minimizing monthly close cycles by 4 days and enhanced the accuracy of reporting.
- Oversight of the annual audit process, with zero compliance issues identified for two consecutive years.
- Discharged robust financial controls and governance, leading to a 10% reduction in operational risks.
- Streamlined accounts receivable processes, which decreased outstanding receivables by 20% and improved cash position.
- Partnered with IT and operational leadership to develop financial business plans with detailed benchmarks.
Accountant
Society Cafe and Lounge
01.2015 - 05.2018
- Generate and implement hotel/management companies best practices and SOP's to enhance revenues, guest service and to improve cost and productivity by 15%.
- Maintained integrity of general ledger, including chart of accounts.
- Performed periodic expense variance analysis between budget, forecast and actual amounts.
- Managed cash flow and liquidity, mitigating financial risks and ensuring stability.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Education
ACCA - Accounting And Finance
Certified Chartered Accountant (ACCA)
UK06.2018
Bachelor of Science - Accounting & Finance
University of Buea
Buea08.2014
BM -
Advanced Business Management
Buea03.2014
Skills
- Financial Reporting
- Leadership
- Budget Management
- Strategic Planning
- Cost Accounting
- Revenue Projections
- Compliance Management
- Team Work
Languages
- English
- Native
- French
- Intermediate
Accomplishments
*Financial System Implementation
Orchestrated the rollout of a new ERP system that improved financial data integration and reporting processes.
* Cost Reduction InitiativesLed a task force that identified and implemented cost-saving measures resulting in annual savings of over AED 500 thousand (~$0.15mn).
* Team Productivity ExcellenceRevolutionized a finance department's productivity by implementing training and development programs, resulting in 20% raised output.
* Revenue Growth AchievementChampioned business development activities that successfully enhanced company revenue by 10% annually.
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
French
Elementary (A2)
Timeline
Cluster Financial Controller
THE FIRST GROUP, Citadine Metro Hotel And Grand Height Hotel
06.2022 - Current
Chief Accountant
Accord Hotels
01.2021 - 05.2022
Assistant Finance Manager
Courtyard by Marriott
06.2018 - 12.2020
Accountant
Society Cafe and Lounge
01.2015 - 05.2018
ACCA - Accounting And Finance
Certified Chartered Accountant (ACCA)
Bachelor of Science - Accounting & Finance
University of Buea
BM -
Advanced Business Management
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