Syed Meher un Nisa
Senior Finance Specialist
Dubai
Summary
Detail-oriented and results-driven finance professional with over 7 years of experience in accounting and finance across publicly listed and private multinational organizations. Expertise in accounting, internal audits, budgeting, cash flow forecasting, financial analysis, management reporting, and process optimization. Proficient in ERP implementations and advanced MS Excel, ensuring data accuracy and efficiency. Adept at building strong stakeholder relationships, leading teams, and driving strategic financial decision-making while maintaining compliance and operational excellence.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
SENIOR FINANCE SPECIALIST
MHP UA (QUALIKO)
05.2022 - Current
- Conduct daily credit risk assessments and optimize credit control strategies to facilitate high-value sales transactions, ensuring financial stability and risk mitigation for a portfolio of over 2,000 business partners.
- Lead A/R and credit control functions, including invoice processing, credit notes, and collections, to enhance cash flow efficiency and reduce outstanding receivables.
- Develop and implement finance-related internal controls to drive operational improvements, maintain compliance, and ensure financial accuracy.
- Review and process high-value purchase orders and tax invoices, ensuring adherence to cost optimization practices and budget alignment.
- Manage bank reconciliations, AP/AR processes, and financial reporting, leveraging SAP for accurate and efficient financial operations.
- Collaborate with central finance leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and financial statement preparation, providing data-driven insights to support strategic decision-making.
- Partner with IT and finance teams to enhance SAP financial reporting and automation, driving operational efficiency and continuous improvement.
- Oversee insured customer portfolio management, ensuring compliance with internal and external risk mitigation requirements.
- Support customer onboarding and conduct financial due diligence, ensuring compliance with regulatory and internal standards.
- Contribute to high-impact finance projects, driving efficiency, cost control, and financial innovation across the organization.
- Manage relationships with external stakeholders, including auditors, banks, tax authorities, and regulatory agencies, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Increase efficiency in accounts payable and receivable processes, improving payment processing times and cash flow management.
- Assist executive leadership in formulating strategic plans by providing insightful financial analysis and recommendations.
- Mentor junior finance staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development while providing guidance on complex tasks.
- Prepare quarterly financial documents, including journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis, ensuring accurate general account management.
- Mitigate financial risk by implementing internal controls and safeguards for revenue and expenditure processes.
- Enhance communication strategies, increasing the flow of financial information throughout the company and improving cross-functional collaboration.
ACCOUNTANT
RFT Gulf- Charilaos Stavrakis(Parent Co)
06.2020 - 04.2022
- Managed the entire accounting cycle through completion, including gathering information, preparing documents, finalizing reports, and closing books
- Managed ledgers by finalizing accounts reconciliations, performing regular payment/collection runs and allocations
- Streamlined and improved the accounting process by identifying areas of performance improvement
- Prepared weekly and monthly cashflow forecasts, and assisted Finance Head on annual budget and variance analysis
- Increased overall profitability through efficient working capital management
- By effectively operating AR and AP activities
- Improved and strengthened relationships with clients and upheld strict confidentiality protocols with all client details
- Circulated daily sales report to the board and prepared month-end sales collection and receivable report for monthly trend analysis
- Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions
- Partnered with auditors to track errors and add contributions to maintain accuracy
- Modified comprehensive financial reporting package to reflect growing organizational complexity
FINANCE & ACCOUNTS OFFICER
AL-HARAM ENTERPRISES
Islamabad
07.2016 - 03.2020
- Applied proper codes to invoices, files, and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable
- Streamlined bookkeeping procedures to increase efficiency and productivity
- Reported financial data and updated financial records in ledgers and journals
- Reconciled account information and reported figures in the general ledger by comparing to bank account statements weekly
- Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information
- Generated invoices upon receipt of billing information and tracked collection progress
- Assisted in monthly, quarterly, and annual profit and loss statements and balance sheets
- Created detailed expense reports to facilitate reimbursement for business expenses incurred
- Organized budget documentation and tracked expenses to maintain tight business controls
- Reconciled accounts, managed audits, and updated financial records with remarkable accuracy
Education
Bachelor of Science - APPLIED ACCOUNTING
Oxford Brookes University
01.2014 - 12.2017
Chartered Accountancy (Finalist)
ASSOCIATION of CHARTERED CERTIFIED ACCOUNTANTS
01.2016 - 01.2016
BACHELOR - COMMERCE IT
University of Punjab
01.2016 - 01.2018
Advance Diploma in Accounting & Business
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
01.2025 - 01.2025
High School Diploma -
Saint Peter's High School
01.2025 - 02.2014
Skills
- Credit Risk Assessment & Control
- Internal Controls & Compliance
- SAP ERP & CRM Systems
- Financial Reporting & Analysis
- Financial Planning & Forecasting
- Portfolio Management
- Customer Onboarding & Financial Due Diligence
- Process Optimization & Automation
- Project Contribution & Financial Innovation
- Leadership & Team Management
- Stakeholder Relationship Building
- Communication Skills
- Problem Solving & Decision Making
- Adaptability & Resilience
- Collaboration & Negotiation
- Conflict Resolution
Timeline
Advance Diploma in Accounting & Business
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
01.2025 - 01.2025
High School Diploma -
Saint Peter's High School
01.2025 - 02.2014
SENIOR FINANCE SPECIALIST
MHP UA (QUALIKO)
05.2022 - Current
ACCOUNTANT
RFT Gulf- Charilaos Stavrakis(Parent Co)
06.2020 - 04.2022
FINANCE & ACCOUNTS OFFICER
AL-HARAM ENTERPRISES
07.2016 - 03.2020
Chartered Accountancy (Finalist)
ASSOCIATION of CHARTERED CERTIFIED ACCOUNTANTS
01.2016 - 01.2016
BACHELOR - COMMERCE IT
University of Punjab
01.2016 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Science - APPLIED ACCOUNTING
Oxford Brookes University
01.2014 - 12.2017
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