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Menna Hassan

Menna Hassan

Cash Manager
Dubai

Summary

7+ years of experience in Treasury in large international organisations in different industries and demanding business environments with consistent results in promoting operational efficiency, introducing advanced solutions and managing Treasury Projects from start to implementation with strong background in financial analysis, budgeting and forecasting to develops and implements financial plans and delivers strategic financial advice.

Career Highlights:

  • Driven The Transformation of Treasury Department from manual processes to automated systems for a better effective and efficient business support with a cost saving of AED 2 M.
  • Worked with top banks in UAE (Mashreq, ENBD, EIB, FAB, DIB, ADIB, ADCB & CBD) as well as international banks (HSBC, RABO, Raiffeisen Bank, Intesa San Paolo, Citi Bank, IndusInd Bank, CBE, BNP Paribas, Emlak Bank, Everbright Bank, Bank of Shanghai).
  • Played a main role in the Implementation of efficient liquidity Structure resulted in reducing the borrowing cost by 50%.
  • Worked closely with the treasurer on loan syndication with international and local banks.
  • Managing USD 100M + on a daily basis.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
3
3
Languages

Work History

Cash Manager

Black Sand Commodities FZ LLC
Dubai
12.2022 - 06.2023
  • Prepared cash flow projections, cost analysis and monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
  • Performed banking, business administration and financial tasks to guarantee five-star service for clients.
  • Developed strategic plans for day-to-day financial operations.
  • Evaluated and negotiated contracts to procure favorable financial terms.
  • Established and checked coding procedures, monitored reports and updated internal files.
  • Analyzed business processes to identify cost savings and operational efficiencies.
  • Checked payroll, vendor payments, commissions and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
  • Reviewed historical records, current operational data and forecasting information to identify and capitalize on system enhancement opportunities.
  • Complied with established internal controls and policies.

Assistant Treasurer

Fertiglobe Plc
Abu Dhabi
12.2020 - 11.2022
  • Executed financial due diligence tasks on daily basis to maintain optimal company finances.
  • Planned and managed $700Mln annual budgets, tracking expenses, and investigating discrepancies to maintain optimal controls.
  • Reviewed documents and data to give accurate presentations and forecasts to upper management.
  • Reviewed contracts financially impacting company and counseled executive leaders on impact contracts would have on company operations.
  • Enhanced quality and currency of financial information by overseeing revenue collection systems.
  • Projected monthly cash expenditures through efficient budgeting and detailed document reviews.
  • Managed daily financial functions in collaboration with accounting and payroll personnel.
  • Provided treasury and cash management by overseeing reconciliation of banking activity, credit card processing, and sales tax returns.
  • Reconciled monthly statements, invoices and expense accounts, keeping records accurate, and current.
  • Advised management regarding significant expenditures to keep operations in line with budget limitations.
  • Drafted treasury reports to support management decision-making needs.
  • Analyzed financial data to identify trends, risks and opportunities.
  • Led financial planning and forecasting process to allocate resources in line with business demands.
  • Prepared and presented financial reports to inform senior management and board of directors.
  • Liaised with financial institutions to secure project funding and optimize financial resources.
  • Established policies and procedures to support compliance with laws and regulations.
  • Followed up with delinquent accounts to obtain funds and reduce aging balances.

Senior Treasury Analyst

Mazrui International LLC
Abu Dhabi
12.2018 - 12.2020
  • Communicated with bank members and auditors on accuracy and timeliness of financial reports.
  • Handled cash flow, debit and interest schedules and bank accounts.
  • Presented forecasting and financial reports to corporate executives and clients.
  • Managing daily cash position of the Group including funding, settlement of term loans installments & short-term borrowing decisions.
  • Preparing weekly/monthly cash flow forecasts for all holding companies.
  • Preparing monthly loans reports.
  • Support the accounting team with monthly bank reconciliations of 100+ Bank accounts.
  • Handling yearly KYC updates for all banks.
  • Analyzing banks fees/commissions and negotiating with banks to obtain discounted rates to align with company’s cost savings plans.

Treasury Projects:

  • Online banking implementation across the group to eliminate manual payment processes & to meet current market needs by facilitating daily activities.
  • Implementation of Liquidity & pool structure to ensure efficient cash management.
  • Assisting IT in the Host 2 Host & MT940 implementation .
  • Supervising the installment of cheque scanners, cheques printing solutions and smart cash deposit machines.
  • Introducing payroll bank system for the HR department to ensure efficiency & confidentiality.

Treasury Analyst

Al Dahra Holding
Abu Dhabi
06.2016 - 12.2018

Preparation of daily cash position of the group to establish liquidity requirements and meet deadlines of loans & interests repayments.

· Consolidation of monthly cash position activity of 200+ bank accounts across the group in all locations.

· Initiate & execute Treasury electronic funds transfers.

· Manage intercompany loan interest calculation & entries.

· Prepare monthly bank reconciliations & internal treasury reports.

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Education

Bachelor of Economics And Management -

Paris Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi
UAE
09.2013 - 05.2016

Skills

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Software

SAP

Oracle

Sage

IT2 (ION)

Certification

ACT - Certificate in Treasury Fundamentals

Interests

Intellectual Games

Applied Art

Baking

Cycling

Additional Information

Personal Data:

Birth Date: 23-01-1994.

Gender: Female.

Nationality: Egyptian.

Residency: Dubai, UAE.

Visa Status: Employment Visa.

Marital Status: Single.

Notice Period: Immediately.

Mobility: UAE Based.

Driving License: UAE.

Timeline

Cash Manager

Black Sand Commodities FZ LLC
12.2022 - 06.2023

Assistant Treasurer

Fertiglobe Plc
12.2020 - 11.2022

Senior Treasury Analyst

Mazrui International LLC
12.2018 - 12.2020

ACT - Certificate in Treasury Fundamentals

04-2018

Treasury Analyst

Al Dahra Holding
06.2016 - 12.2018

Bachelor of Economics And Management -

Paris Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi
09.2013 - 05.2016
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