SIMAF SATTAS
Abu Dhabi,UAE
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in credit control and debt recovery, accounts receivable management, and cash flow management. Demonstrates proficiency in credit risk assessment and payment negotiation, fostering strong client relationships. Skilled in utilising SAP systems and Microsoft Excel for financial reporting support, while effectively collaborating across departments to optimise processes. Committed to advancing career goals by leveraging comprehensive skills in financial management to drive organisational success.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
2011
2011
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Senior Credit Controller
BSI Group
Abu Dhabi
04.2017 - 03.2026
- Manage customer accounts and ensure timely collection of outstanding invoices.
- Monitor aged receivable reports and follow up on overdue balances.
- Achieve annual collection targets and maintain strong cash flow performance.
- Build strong client relationships to support faster payment commitments.
- Communicate with Middle East clients in Arabic to resolve payment issues effectively.
- Work closely with sales and finance teams to resolve billing disputes.
- Negotiate payment plans with customers to recover overdue balances.
- Handle escalated accounts and complex collection cases.
Project Manager & Administrative Executive
Reflections FZ LLC
Abu Dhabi
12.2013 - 01.2015
- Managed multiple projects including branding, social media campaigns, web design, and mobile apps.
- Prepared proposals, quotations, invoices, and LPO documentation.
- Coordinated project timelines, budgets, and client communication.
- Worked with internal creative teams and external vendors to deliver projects successfully.
Administrative Assistant
Design Center – Architects & Engineers Consultants
Dubai
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Provided administrative and operational support to management.
- Organized meetings, schedules, and documentation.
- Managed correspondence and company records.
Freelance Reporter
ITP Publishing Group
Dubai
05.2011 - 12.2011
- Posted online news using CMS platforms.
- Edited press releases and financial news.
- Prepared website images using Photoshop.
Administrative Assistant
Syria Holding
Damascus
07.2009 - 04.2011
- Assisted with bookkeeping and financial documentation.
- Prepared financial reports and expense tracking.
- Managed administrative operations and office records.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - English Literature
Al Baath University
SyriaSkills
- Credit Control & Debt Recovery
- Accounts Receivable Management
- Cash Flow Management
- Credit Risk Assessment
- Payment Negotiation
- Client Relationship Management
- SAP Systems
- Financial Reporting Support
- Microsoft Excel & Office
- Cross-Department Collaboration
LANGUAGES
Arabic – Native
English – Fluent
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Visa Status: Husband Visa
- Driving License: Valid UAE Driving License
Timeline
Senior Credit Controller
BSI Group
04.2017 - 03.2026
Project Manager & Administrative Executive
Reflections FZ LLC
12.2013 - 01.2015
Administrative Assistant
Design Center – Architects & Engineers Consultants
01.2012 - 01.2013
Freelance Reporter
ITP Publishing Group
05.2011 - 12.2011
Administrative Assistant
Syria Holding
07.2009 - 04.2011
Bachelor’s Degree - English Literature
Al Baath University