MAHMOUD AHMED ARAFAT

• Managing and overseeing the daily operations of the accounting department.
• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
• Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
• Improved cash flow management with meticulous budgeting and forecasting techniques.
• Evaluated and improved accounting software systems, resulting in streamlined processes and reduced errors.
• Played an instrumental role in company-wide financial planning efforts, providing valuable insights into revenue trends and areas for improvement.
• Led the successful implementation of new ERP system, improving data accuracy and accessibility across departments.
• Managed a team of accountants, fostering a collaborative environment that encouraged professional growth and development.
• Spearheaded initiatives to automate manual tasks, significantly reducing labor hours required for routine activities.
• Developed financial models to assess and analyze financial performance of clients.

• Responsible for overseeing financial and administrative aspects of seven companies, ensuring seamless operations.
• Calculated tax owed, prepared, and submitted returns and upheld compliance with all applicable laws.
• Handled month-end and year-end end finances by managing and reporting fixed assets and other data.
• Established strong relationships with external partners such as banks, auditors, and tax consultants to ensure smooth interactions and compliance.
• Completed year-end closing processes with controllers and external auditors.

• Responsible for overseeing financial and administrative aspects of the company's three branches, ensuring seamless operations.
• Calculated tax owed, prepared, and submitted returns and upheld compliance with all applicable laws.
• Handled month-end and year-end end finances by managing and reporting fixed assets and other data.
• Partnered with auditors to track errors and add contributions to maintain accuracy.
• Managed a team of accountants, fostering collaboration and professional growth for improved department performance.
• Served as a strategic business partner to senior leadership by providing valuable financial insights, recommendations for improvement and accurate financial information necessary for decision-making processes.
• Increased efficiency within the accounting department through continuous process improvement initiatives and staff training programs.
• Prepared monthly journal entries and reconciliations.

• Oversaw all financial and administrative operations of the company, ensuring compliance with regulations and company policies.
• Set up and improved accounting systems and processes to meet business needs and maximize operational success.
• Reduced discrepancies in financial records by conducting thorough audits and ensuring adherence to established protocols.
• Analyzed financial audit information and made recommendations to improve efficiencies.
• Developed and implemented effective accounting systems.
• Supported mergers and acquisitions activities by participating in due diligence processes, assessing target companies'' financial health, identifying synergies, risks or areas for improvement post-integration into existing operations.
• Ensured compliance with tax regulations by diligently preparing and submitting all required documentation on time.

• Designed and implemented a streamlined documentary cycle for accounts, purchases, sales, warehouses, and administrative affairs, improving operational efficiency by 25%.
• Calculated tax owed, prepared, and submitted returns and upheld compliance with all applicable laws.
• Handled month-end and year-end end finances by managing and reporting fixed assets and other data.
• Established strong relationships with external partners such as banks, auditors, and tax consultants to ensure smooth interactions and compliance.
• Developed annual budgets in collaboration with senior management, aligning resources with company objectives.
• Assisted team members in transitioning to new system through extensive training and one-on-one support.
• Evaluated and improved financial records to make important business decisions.
• Increased efficiency within the accounting department through continuous process improvement initiatives and staff training programs.
• Analyzed financial audit information and made recommendations to improve efficiencies.
• Liaised with clients regarding financial plans and objectives.
• Assisted executive leadership in making informed decisions by providing insightful analysis on financial trends, opportunities, and risks.
• Ensured compliance with tax regulations by diligently preparing and submitting all required documentation on time.

• Supervised the daily recording of financial transactions and ensured compliance with accounting standards.

• Successfully implemented the company's accounting program, enhancing data accuracy and reducing processing time by 30%.
• Assisted with preparation of monthly financial statements.
• Prepared bank reconciliations on a monthly basis to identify potential discrepancies between company records and bank statements.
• Prepared journal entries and entered into system using [Software].
• Generated and submitted invoices based upon established accounts receivable schedules and terms.

• Designed and implemented a documentary course for tighter control, improving internal processes and reducing errors by 20%.
• Maintained detailed financial records of accounts receivable and payable status and bank reconciliations.
• Assisted with monthly and quarterly income statements, balance sheets and cash flow reports to inform decision-makers.
• Maintained accurate and complete documentation to facilitate accounting and filing functions.
• Reviewed general ledger entries and assessed accuracy.

Duration: 2000 - 2005