Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Computer Skills
Training Courses
HIGHLIGHTS OF QUAIFICATIONS
Declaration
Personal Skills
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Youssef Mohammed Elserafy

Youssef Mohammed Elserafy

Al Qusais,Dubai

Summary

Seasoned Chief Accountant with knack for streamlining financial operations and enhancing profitability. Spearheaded cost-saving initiatives that led to significant budget improvements while ensuring compliance with financial regulations. Known for transforming complex financial data into actionable business insights, driving strategic decision-making and growth.

Seeking a challenging & an interesting job where my academic background, experience & skills could be utilized & developed.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Chief Accountant

Dubai Police General HQ
Dubai
01.2013 - 01.2025
  • Ensure financial reports comply with (IFRS)
  • Ensure accuracy and completeness of general ledger GL
  • Oversee and manage general accounting functions including (account payable(AP) -account receivable(AR)-general ledger (GL)
  • Follow up on account payables and receivables and related reconciliations
  • Prepare and present budget reports and forecasts to management
  • Identify areas of potential cost saving and recommend strategies to achieve financial targets.
  • Participate in preparing financial budget of all Dubai police departments and forward to Department of Finance (DOF) for approval
  • Follow-up and preparation of payments for Suppliers
  • Supervise and allocate work of Accountancy Section to ensure that all tasks are completed within prescribed timescales
  • Follow-up collection of revenue and preparing monthly financial report
  • Prepare monthly expenses report of Supply management
  • Calculate monthly expenses, and preparation of financial budget management
  • Participates in financial committees related to field of work of his administrative unit
  • Undertakes process of training accountants and senior accountants regarding field of work of his administrative unit
  • Monthly analysis of expenses using financial statistics to counter any sudden problems
  • Making all financial Procedures by using Oracle (GRP)
  • Preparing Annual Budget for department
  • Participate in preparing reports, closing accounts, analyzing results and extract financial indicators
  • Follow all financial procedures
  • Follow-up inventory and address deviations
  • Express suggestion regarding technical accounting problems, and provide advice for accountants
  • Recording of all accounting entries in general ledger
  • Complete general ledger operations
  • Monthly closings and preparation of monthly financial statements
  • Reconcile and maintain balance sheet accounts
  • Draw up monthly financial reports
  • Prepare analysis of accounts as requested
  • Assist with yearend closings.
  • Implemented risk management strategies to mitigate potential issues.
  • Collaborated across departments for strategic planning purposes.
  • Improved workflow efficiency by developing process improvements.
  • Conducted research to support decision-making processes.
  • Conducted risk assessments with thorough analysis of financial documents.
  • Maintained updated knowledge on regulatory standards to uphold best practices in auditing.
  • Assisted in the preparation of audit reports to ensure transparency for stakeholders.

Senior Accountant and Internal Auditor

Saif AlKhaili Group
Abu Dhabi
02.2012 - 01.2013
  • Control (Provisions - PDC Received & Issued, Accruals)
  • Prepares asset, liability, and capital account entries by compiling and analyzing account information
  • Prepare Ageing Report- Monthly Receivable Report
  • Release all Payment for Suppliers
  • Assist with payroll administration with WPS
  • Reconcile Intercompany accounts
  • Account/bank reconciliations
  • Review and process expense reports
  • Assist with preparation and coordination of the audit process
  • Assist with implementing and maintaining internal financial controls and procedures
  • Provide information for all internal and external auditors as requested
  • Prepare payment certificate to the customers & contractors according to the monthly progress report, following the payments collections (A/R Accountant)
  • Control LPOs, check and verify long outstanding LPOs
  • Reporting the monthly/yearly closing process directly to the group financial manager
  • Assist in preparing the yearly financial reports (Balance sheet, Income statement)
  • Prepare all finance department correspondence internal & external
  • Getting involved in the overall operation of the company in running business effectively and efficiently
  • Ensuring company policies are followed with regards to invoicing, handling petty cash
  • Recording of the daily financial activities on Company's Software
  • Preparation of the closing entries assists in the preparation of financial statements
  • Prepare Bank Reconciliation in monthly wise
  • Release all Payment for Suppliers
  • Handling the Company Payroll.

Internal Auditing:

• Audit Execution: Plans and conducts audits on financial, operational, and compliance areas.
• Risk & Control Assessment: Identifies weaknesses in internal controls and potential fraud risks.
• Reporting: Produces audit reports and communicates recommendations to management.
• Continuous Improvement: Advises on process enhancements and stays updated on regulatory changes.

General Accountant and Debt Collector

PHOENIX PLAZA Group
U.A.E.
01.2008 - 02.2012
  • Administer accounts receivable and accounts payable
  • Prepare Monthly Cost Allocation For (Prepaid Expense -Depreciation Expense)
  • Handling Petty Cash
  • Control (Provisions - PDC Received & Issued, Accruals)
  • Prepares asset, liability, and capital account entries by compiling and analyzing account information
  • Prepare Ageing Report- Monthly Receivable Report
  • Release all Payment for Suppliers
  • Assist with payroll administration with WPS
  • Reconcile Intercompany accounts
  • Account/bank reconciliations
  • Review and process expense reports
  • Assist with preparation and coordination of the audit process
  • Assist with implementing and maintaining internal financial controls and procedures
  • Provide information for all internal and external auditors as requested
  • Prepare payment certificate to the customers & contractors according to the monthly progress report, following the payments collections (A/R Accountant)
  • Control LPOs, check and verify long outstanding LPOs
  • Reporting the monthly/yearly closing process directly to the group financial manager
  • Assist in preparing the yearly financial reports (Balance sheet, Income statement)
  • Prepare all finance department correspondence internal & external
  • Getting involved in the overall operation of the company in running business effectively and efficiently
  • Ensuring company policies are followed with regards to invoicing, handling petty cash
  • Recording of the daily financial activities on Company's Software
  • Preparation of the closing entries assists in the preparation of financial statements
  • Prepare Bank Reconciliation in monthly wise
  • Release all Payment for Suppliers
  • Handling the Company Payroll
  • Establish, maintain and enhance a solid and friendly business relation with all customers on all levels
  • Supervision of company warehouse
  • Cheque & cash collection
  • Follow up bank guarantees
  • Following up pending financial issues with clients till they are settled
  • Preparation of statement of accounts for all customers
  • Filing and archiving financial documents
  • Follow up bad debts
  • Handling Abu Dhabi branch expenses.

Education

B.SC - Commerce, Accounting

Tanta University
Tanta/Egypt
01.2002 - 01.2006

Skills

  • English (Read - Write - Speak)
  • Arabic (Read - Write - Speak)
  • Financial forecasting

Computer Skills

  • Certificate in International Computer Driving License(ICDL)
  • Good user in Oracle E-business suite R12 financials.
  • Microsoft Office software & the Internet- Expert.


Training Courses

  • English courses (levels 301,302) in American University in Cairo (A.U.C)
  • Book keeping courses at H.P.A (High Professional Accounting).
  • Manual records in (journal entry – journal ledger – American journal – sub ledger).
  • Prepare (Balance sheet – Accounting cycle – income statement and trial balance).
  • Certificate in computerized accounting by using excel program.
  • Certificate in Cost accounting.
  • Accounting Principles according to VAT.
  • Financial Analysis according to VAT.
  • Financial Budget analysis.
  • Financial Budget preparation.
  • GRP( Purchasing system ).

HIGHLIGHTS OF QUAIFICATIONS

  • Attended and registered i CMA (certified management accountant) part 1 , financial planning and performance
  • Excel Dashboard Training
  • Microsoft Power BI Training

Declaration

I hereby declare that all the information contained in this resume is in accordance with facts or truths to my knowledge. I take full responsibility for the correctness of the said information.

Personal Skills

  • Highly proactive and self-motivated .
  • Team player, strong ethics and integrity.
  • Strong organizational and analytical skills.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and respect deadlines
  • Proficient with excel, power point.
  • ⁠Ability to deal with financial issue and finding innovative solutions.

Timeline

Chief Accountant

Dubai Police General HQ
01.2013 - 01.2025

Senior Accountant and Internal Auditor

Saif AlKhaili Group
02.2012 - 01.2013

General Accountant and Debt Collector

PHOENIX PLAZA Group
01.2008 - 02.2012

B.SC - Commerce, Accounting

Tanta University
01.2002 - 01.2006
Youssef Mohammed Elserafy