Rami Abou El Ezz
Dubai,UAE
Summary
Driven professional with proactive approach to achieving organisational financial goals. Expertise in financial analysis and budgeting, coupled with strong leadership skills. Committed to enhancing financial performance and streamlining processes for optimal results.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
2018
2018
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Chief Accountant
MEDIA MAK DMCC
Dubai
2024.03 - 2025.11
- Oversee preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with IFRS.
- Manage A/R, A/P, GL, cost accounting, and revenue recognition.
- Lead month-end and year-end closing processes ensuring timely reporting.
- Coordinate internal and external audits.
- Supervise and mentor accounting team.
- Provide financial insights for strategic planning and decision-making.
- Ensure timely filing of VAT and corporate tax.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities to reduce operational expenses.
Chief Accountant
Activate 360 Events / Playa Kay Restaurant
Dubai
2021.10 - 2024.03
- Managed daily accounting transactions including sales, purchases, and expenses.
- Prepared VAT registers and reviewed VAT return filings.
- Processed monthly payroll via WPS.
- Prepared financial statements: Balance Sheet, P&L, Cash Flow.
- Conducted bank reconciliations and coordinated audits.
- Managed municipality tax filings and supplier reconciliations.
Senior Accountant
ANG Construction Company
Lebanon
2020.11 - 2021.08
- Maintained accounting controls by preparing and recommending policies.
- Prepared reports, budgets, and financial statements.
- Coordinated payroll, budget, and departmental processes.
- Maintained client relationships and managed financial documentation.
Junior/Senior Accountant
Blacks Berg
Lebanon
2015.01 - 2020.01
- Conducted financial analysis and prepared bank reconciliations.
- Audited financial documents and implemented accounting controls.
- Managed client relationships and financial reporting.
Junior Accountant
Diana Hotel
Beirut
2012.01 - 2015.01
- Prepared budgets, accounts, and financial statements.
- Managed cash flow and expenditure.
Education
Bachelor's degree - accounting
Lebanese International University
Bachelor's degree - finance and Banking
Lebanese International University
Skills
- Financial Reporting (IFRS)
- Budgeting & Forecasting
- Tax Compliance (VAT & Corporate)
- Audit & Compliance
- Cost Optimization
- Process Improvement
- ERP & Accounting Systems (Zoho Books, QuickBooks, AMS, Megatron, Noria, Selicon)
- MS Office Suite, Google Workspace, Outlook
- Time management expertise
- Internal controls evaluation
- Balance sheet competency
- Leadership excellence
- GAAP principles
Websites
Languages
Arabic – Native
English – Fluent
French – Intermediate
References
Available upon request.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Chief Accountant
MEDIA MAK DMCC
2024.03 - 2025.11
Chief Accountant
Activate 360 Events / Playa Kay Restaurant
2021.10 - 2024.03
Senior Accountant
ANG Construction Company
2020.11 - 2021.08
Junior/Senior Accountant
Blacks Berg
2015.01 - 2020.01
Junior Accountant
Diana Hotel
2012.01 - 2015.01
Bachelor's degree - finance and Banking
Lebanese International University
Bachelor's degree - accounting
Lebanese International University