NIDA FATHIMA
Abudhabi,UAE
Summary
ACCA-qualified Accountant with 5 years of experience in GCC, focusing on financial reporting and maintaining accurate accounting records. Expertise in budget preparation, variance analysis, and IFRS reporting at the group level, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Currently pursuing CAIA Level I, with a keen interest in linking operational metrics to financial outcomes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Accountant, Financial reporting and Payables
New Century Education -Subsidiary of ADCG
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
09.2024 - Current
- Managing financial reporting and payables for 8 Charter Schools across Abu Dhabi and Al Ain reporting directly to ADEK (Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge) and Abu Dhabi Capital Group ADCG (Parent Co.)
- Prepare and submit monthly ADEK reports detailing CAPEX and OPEX budget utilization, ensuring full compliance with government-approved budgets
- Assisting the FM to Perform budget vs actual analysis, internally assessing expenditures and identifying deviations from pre-planned budgets, with clear variance explanations incorporating key drivers such as cost per student, staffing levels, and operational requirements
- Assisting the Finance Manger to Draft and support annual and anticipatory budgets, incorporating key drivers such as cost per student, staffing levels, and operational requirements
- Ensure strict adherence to ADEK financial guidelines, ethical government spending principles, and stakeholder accountability standards
- Prepare Trial Balance, Financial Statements, Cash Flow Statements, and Cash Flow Forecasts in line with IFRS
- Support group-level reporting, ensuring accurate consolidation and alignment with parent company reporting timelines
- Maintain strong compliance with VAT regulations, tax compliance requirements, and statutory obligations
- Handle utilities, staff CTS (cost-to-school / cost-to-staff), insurance accounting, invoice posting, and monthly expense accruals
- Perform ledger reconciliations (payables, expenses, accruals, VAT, intercompany where applicable) ensuring accurate monthly close.
- Ensure accurate and timely monthly expense recording, minimizing period-end adjustments
- Utilize ERP systems (Oracle and Microsoft Dynamics) for transaction processing, reporting, and financial controls
- Handle ad hoc duties given by Finance Manager and communicating the progress of work and execution.
Payments Officer
Abu Dhabi Capital Group ADCG
Abu Dhabi
01.2024 - 09.2024
- Supported payment process automation through bank templates and ERP integration, coordinating with external service providers and partner Bank to ensure timely and accurate transactions.
- Oversee SWIFT payments, including manual, batch, and urgent payments, adhering to internal and external compliance standards.
- Execute Initial Public Offerings (IPOs) and capital calls within strict deadlines, ensuring alignment with financial regulations.
- Prepare and present intercompany reconciliations and bank reconciliation reports on a monthly basis, enhancing financial transparency.
- Contribute to month-end closing activities, including the preparation of financial reports, cash flow statements, and variance analysis.
Accounts Assistant
Marriott Group International - Al-Wasl Properties
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
06.2021 - 12.2023
- Manage international payments, daily expense posting, and invoicing for a portfolio of over 150 vendors across 9 hotels, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Reconcile Balance Sheet accounts, record accruals and prepaids, and prepare monthly cash flow statements to support financial stability.
- Prepare and validate Financial Statements in accordance with IFRS standards, contributing to the integrity of financial reporting.
- Conduct cost control activities, including stocktaking, spoilage verification, and recipe costing for Food and Beverage outlets.
- Collaborate with suppliers to resolve disputes, ensuring timely and efficient payment processing.
- Generate and analyze Material Variance reports and daily Flash Food and Beverage Cost reports, driving operational efficiency.
Accounts & audit assistant
BMS Audit & Accounting
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Conduct comprehensive statutory and internal audits for small to medium-sized enterprises, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements.
- Administer payroll processes and perform detailed financial reviews of income and expenditure, contributing to financial accuracy.
- Reconcile bank statements and manage supplier payments, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and timely processing of payments.
- Prepare monthly Profit and Loss (P&L) summary reports using accounting software.
Education
Level 1
Chartered Alternative Investment Analysis CAIA
UAEBachelor of Commerce - Accounts & Finance
Madras University
IndiaAssociation of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) -
Kaplan School of Accounting
India 07.2015 - 09.2019
Skills
- Financial Reporting (Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Cash Flow) - IFRS Compliance
- Auditing (Internal, External, Statutory, Compliance)
- Revenue Accounting, Accounts Payable & Receivable
- General Ledger Accounting
- ERP Systems (Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics 365, ACE)
- Advanced Excel Skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, Macros)
- Intercompany Reconciliations
- Month-End & Year-End Closing
- VAT compliance and Group level Reporting
LANGUAGES
English
Advanced
Hindi
Advanced
Arabic
Beginner
Certification
VAT Auditor - ASSA Advisors DWC
Internship - Jan 2020 - July 2020
Corporate Finance Foundations
LinkedIn learning Credential ID 140940
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Accountant, Financial reporting and Payables
New Century Education -Subsidiary of ADCG
09.2024 - Current
Payments Officer
Abu Dhabi Capital Group ADCG
01.2024 - 09.2024
Accounts Assistant
Marriott Group International - Al-Wasl Properties
06.2021 - 12.2023
Accounts & audit assistant
BMS Audit & Accounting
08.2020 - 05.2021
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) -
Kaplan School of Accounting
07.2015 - 09.2019
Level 1
Chartered Alternative Investment Analysis CAIA
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounts & Finance
Madras University