IBRAHIM TISEKAR
Dubai
Summary
Accounting & Finance Management | Commercial & Operational Leadership | Distribution & Logistics Expertise
Finance professional with 18+ years of progressive experience in financial management, planning, and operational support, including 9+ years in leadership roles within multinational companies. Proven expertise in managing budgeting cycles, financial reporting, internal controls, and commercial operations. Skilled at vendor negotiations, cost optimization, and cross-functional coordination—particularly suited for complex, asset-heavy industries like facilities management. Adept in SAP, HFM, and compliance frameworks, with a strong command over AR/AP, P&L oversight, and inventory-linked cost strategies.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager - General & Distribution
Sensia (Rockwell Automation + SLB)
Dubai, UAE
01.2021 - Current
- Directed commercial operations and managed distribution for the entity
- Oversaw monthly sales target achievement and ensured timely order booking and fulfillment
- Managed supply chain operations, including inventory control, stock level optimization, and adherence to FIFO methodology
- Directed budgeting and variance analysis in coordination with senior leadership
- Liaised with customers and vendors for contract negotiation and resolution of issues
- Monitored financial controls and ensured compliance with internal policies
- Supervised Jebel Ali hub's logistics and inventory performance metrics, reduced inventory holding costs by 20%
- Directed financial and distribution operations, ensuring timely fulfillment and cost-effective order processing
- Improved inventory turnover and reduced holding costs by integrating FM-style asset tracking and lifecycle management principles into warehouse processes
- Authorized signatory for the UAE entity, ensuring 100% legal compliance and smooth execution of cross-border commercial contracts
- Fostered interdepartmental collaboration across technical, finance, and FM teams, leading to a 15% reduction in cross-functional delays
- Strengthened financial controls and vendor invoice accuracy, enabling faster closing cycles and audit-readiness with minimal non-compliance findings
- Delivered high-quality reports and dashboards to regional heads and stakeholders, earning recognition for data-driven insights and board-level presentation skills
Manager - Finance & Accounts
Cameron (an SLB company)
UAE
07.2012 - 12.2020
- Held Power of Attorney; functioned as Director for Cameron Middle East FZE
- Drove end-to-end financial oversight across four cost centers, achieving 95%+ accuracy in forecasting and budgeting cycles, with direct presentations to the Board of Directors
- Conducted margin analysis, monthly performance reviews, and budget forecasting
- Tracked sales, COS, receivables, and cash flow estimates
- Delivered variance analysis reports and supported strategic cost control initiatives
- Enabled key operational and capital decisions by producing deep-dive variance analyses and margin diagnostics that influenced OPEX reduction and ROI improvements
- Led multi-audit compliance campaigns (ICADs, E2C, TeamMate), enhancing company-wide internal control ratings and audit success in both FM and Oil & Gas business units
- Achieved annual vendor cost reductions of 10% through effective negotiation, service benchmarking, and facilities-focused procurement planning
- Delivered quarterly financial dashboards and KPI insights to top management, directly influencing strategic investments and operational alignment
Accounting Supervisor - AR, AP & GL
Cameron (an SLB company)
UAE
11.2009 - 06.2012
- Increased cash flow reliability by improving AR recovery processes and aligning collections with high-value service contracts, including FM-linked billing streams
- Improved collections by 15% annually, helping reduce the DSO ageing days
- Strengthened financial integrity by standardizing GL reconciliations and fixed asset tracking, enhancing transparency for CAPEX audits
- Successfully managed payroll and benefits administration across multi-shift operations, ensuring accurate labor cost allocation—a key aspect of FM cost reporting
- Played a central role in implementing internal approval workflows, directly improving cost center accountability and facility budget tracking
- Supported cross-functional reporting improvements, resulting in faster and more reliable financial closings
Accounting Assistant
Cameron (an SLB company)
Qatar
07.2006 - 10.2009
- Contributed to audit-readiness and compliance by processing high-volume invoicing and payroll transactions across service and support teams
- Streamlined documentation processes for collections and billing, improving cycle times and supporting both technical and facilities finance operations
- Assisted in the relocation and setup of operational offices, coordinating vendor payments and financial reviews, laying the foundation for stable back-office operations
- Supported external audit processes and maintained accurate financial documentation
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Accountancy & Auditing
University of Mumbai
01.2004
Skills
- SAP FICO, HFM & Microsoft Office
- Budgeting & Forecasting
- P&L Management
- FP&A
- Facility Cost Allocation and Control
- Internals Controls and Compliance
- Inventory & Asset Optimization
- Cross-functional Coordination
LANGUAGES
English
Hindi
Awards
- Increased Collection Efficiency - Improved collections by 15% annually, helping reduce the DSO aging days
- Optimized Inventory Management -Reduced inventory holding costs by 20% in a span of 18 months
- Ensured Financial Precision - Achieved 95% accuracy in financial budgeting & reporting
- Enhanced Contract Negotiations - Excelled at vendor contract negotiations, decreasing costs by 10% annually
Timeline
Manager - General & Distribution
Sensia (Rockwell Automation + SLB)
01.2021 - Current
Manager - Finance & Accounts
Cameron (an SLB company)
07.2012 - 12.2020
Accounting Supervisor - AR, AP & GL
Cameron (an SLB company)
11.2009 - 06.2012
Accounting Assistant
Cameron (an SLB company)
07.2006 - 10.2009
Bachelor of Commerce - Accountancy & Auditing
University of Mumbai