Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Reference
Timeline
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Soumya Vaz

Soumya Vaz

Dubai

Summary

Experienced professional boasting comprehensive experience in the fields of Accounting and Finance. My expertise spans across vital areas such as Cost Engineering ,Project Cost Management, Accounts Payable, Revenue Collection, VAT Auditing and General Accounting. Additionally, I bring practical experience in Contract Management to the table. I am on the lookout for opportunities that will allow me to leverage my diverse skill set to contribute to both organizational growth and personal development.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Cost Engineer

Saudi Aramco
08.2023 - Current
  • Collected and analyzed cost data, invoices, and work progress to support accurate reporting.
  • Coordinated with procurement and finance departments to validate invoices and ensure cost alignment.
  • Maintained cost databases and ensured accurate documentation of all project-related financial records.
  • Supported monthly cost reporting by gathering financial data, updating cost control logs, and formatting reports.
  • Prepared and managed cost correspondence to safeguard company interests in line with contract terms.
  • Analyzed Saudization reports to ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
  • Verified training reports, employee hiring, and resignation records for adherence to contract specifications.
  • Maintained Contract Change Orders log to track amendments and variations accurately.

Branch Accountant

Emirates Logistics LLC
03.2021 - 02.2022
  • Managed financial transactions including tracking payments, expenditures, invoices, and statements.
  • Facilitated vendor payments by scheduling checks and overseeing credit collections, while addressing related inquiries.
  • Authorized payment approvals for processing business transactions and future deals.
  • Conducted payment reconciliations by verifying ledger entries and comparing to system-generated reports.
  • Recorded and reviewed customer payments, handling cash, check, and credit card transactions.
  • Executed bank reconciliations regularly, ensuring recorded balances matched actual bank statements.

Customer Service Executive

Thrifty Car Rental Services
04.2018 - 11.2019
  • Managed customer inquiries via email, ensuring prompt and accurate responses.
  • Facilitated rental and leasing agreements by clearly communicating terms through email correspondence.
  • Liaised with various departments to address and resolve customer issues effectively.
  • Oversaw operational tasks, maintaining an seamless customer service experience.


Research Associate

Ocwen Financial Solutions LLC
03.2014 - 05.2016
  • Expertly liaised with clients to expedite the recovery process, ensuring timely follow-up and monitoring of delinquent advances.
  • Conducted thorough evaluations of new loan facility requests, including upgrades and amendments.
  • Demonstrated a keen ability to assess creditworthiness swiftly and initiated suitable credit procedures accordingly.
  • Addressed and resolved borrower concerns regarding miscellaneous fees assessed on properties.
  • Managed comprehensive responsibilities for residential and unsecured loan payment processing, loan adjustments, and collector inquiries.

Advanced Associate

Ernst & Young LLC
12.2011 - 09.2012
  • Liaised with clients to obtain tax information from prior service providers.
  • Processed and analyzed diverse client reports from multiple countries with efficiency.
  • Managed and updated Global EY Tools, generating tailored reports to meet client specifications.
  • Facilitated communication with global teams and clients via calls and emails for updates and coordination.
  • Conducted 'Buddy Training' for new hires, imparting process knowledge and best practices.

Education

MBA - Finance

GLOBAL BUSINESS SCHOOL

BBA - Finance

OXFORD BUSINESS SCHOOL

Skills

    Cost Reporting & Variance Analysis
    Procurement Support (basic understanding)

    Project Controls Reporting

    Invoice & Payment Validation

    Accounting Software (eg, QuickBooks, Tally)

    Microsoft Excel (PivotTables, VLOOKUP, formulas)

Certification

  • Certified Management Accountant, Zabeel Institute , Dubai-UAE - Pursuing

Reference

References available upon request

Timeline

Assistant Cost Engineer

Saudi Aramco
08.2023 - Current

Branch Accountant

Emirates Logistics LLC
03.2021 - 02.2022

Customer Service Executive

Thrifty Car Rental Services
04.2018 - 11.2019

Research Associate

Ocwen Financial Solutions LLC
03.2014 - 05.2016

Advanced Associate

Ernst & Young LLC
12.2011 - 09.2012

BBA - Finance

OXFORD BUSINESS SCHOOL

MBA - Finance

GLOBAL BUSINESS SCHOOL
Soumya Vaz