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Syed Kashan
finance manager
Dubai,UAE
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Summary
A senior finance professional with over 20 years of experience in financial management across diverse industries, including Aviation, Logistics, Construction, HVAC, Hospitality, IT, Manufacturing, Media, Real Estate, Trading, Tourism, Telecommunications, Textiles, and Sports & Leisure.
Experienced in financial planning and analysis, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, cost control, and financial management. Proven ability to strengthen financial performance, improve operational efficiency, maintain effective financial controls, and support strategic business decisions.
Bringing strong analytical skills, commercial acumen, and cross-functional leadership capabilities to ensure financial discipline, operational effectiveness, and sustainable business growth.
Overview
5
5
years of post-secondary education
21
21
years of professional experience
Work history
Finance Manager MENA
Aldes Middle East FZE
Dubai, UAE
01.2021 - Current
- Finance Leadership & Multi-Entity Management: Lead finance teams and oversee end-to-end financial operations across five legal entities in the UAE and KSA, ensuring strong financial control and operational efficiency.
- Regulatory Compliance & Governance: Ensure timely and accurate statutory and regulatory compliance, covering audited financial statements, VAT and corporate tax filings, ESR and UBO submissions, and e-invoicing implementation.
- Group Reporting & International Collaboration: Work closely with the France-based Finance team to deliver accurate, consistent, and timely group financial reporting in line with corporate requirements.
- Financial Insights & Business Partnering: Empower stakeholders with timely, reliable financial information and actionable insights to support strategic decisions and drive business performance.
Finance Manager
Belhasa Real Estate Co. LLC
Dubai, UAE
01.2018 - 10.2020
- Managed end-to-end accounting and finance to maintain accurate financial reporting and controls.
- Implemented VAT and integrated ERP to streamline accounting and strengthen audit readiness.
- Reported directly to Group CFO on MIS reporting, cash flow, budgeting, FP&A, and collections.
Accounting Manager
Twenty Star Textile Company LLC
Dubai, UAE
12.2016 - 01.2018
- Managed accounting and finance functions, including P&L reporting, balance sheet, income statement, cash flow, budget, financial planning and analysis, and LC opening, to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance
- Oversaw trading operations and manufacturing processes to align financial strategies with operational performance
- Role: Accounting Manager
- Streamlined financial operations by implementing efficient accounting processes.
- Ensured accuracy in financial reports for enhanced decision making.
- Facilitated smooth audits with meticulous record keeping.
- Maintained company budget to ensure fiscal responsibility.
Finance Manager
AeroTech Aviation FZCO
Dubai, UAE
08.2010 - 11.2016
- Oversaw revenue generation exceeding USD 100M across diverse revenue streams, contributing to financial stability.
- Managed accounting and finance functions, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance with regulations.
- Coordinated recording to reporting of business transactions, including income statements, P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, budgeting, financial planning and analysis, variance analysis, feasibility studies, and mergers and acquisitions.
- Private Charter Airline, Travel & Tourism, Cargo & Logistics
- Role: Finance Manager
Chief Accountant
Chinip Corporations FZC
11.2009 - 07.2010
- Assisted finance manager in budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and auditing activities.
- Managed accounts receivable processes, including customer invoicing, statement preparation, and collection follow-up.
- Recorded and maintained supplier invoices with proper documentation for accounts payable.
- Worked in IT industry
- Role: Chief Accountant
Accountant
Bukhatir Group
09.2005 - 10.2009
- Oversaw general accounting functions for Sports Cities International, Sharjah Cricket Stadium, and Dubai Sports City, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Maintained financial records for real estate, construction, media, sports, and leisure sectors, supporting informed decision-making.
- Role: Accountant
Education
Master's - Economics and Finance
University of Karachi
Karachi, Pakistan 06.2004 - 06.2006
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting and Finance
University of Sindh
Pakistan 01.2002 - 12.2004
Skills
- Accounting management
- Financial planning
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Cash flow analysis
- Management information systems reporting
- Financial KPIs
- IFRS and IAS compliance
- SAP HANA and BusinessObjects
- Oracle NetSuite
- Kyriba treasury management
- Power BI expertise
- Tally ERP 9 proficiency
- QuickBooks knowledge
- Sage 300 experience
- Microsoft Office 365 skills
- Strategic thinking
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Timeline
Finance Manager MENA
Aldes Middle East FZE
01.2021 - Current
Finance Manager
Belhasa Real Estate Co. LLC
01.2018 - 10.2020
Accounting Manager
Twenty Star Textile Company LLC
12.2016 - 01.2018
Finance Manager
AeroTech Aviation FZCO
08.2010 - 11.2016
Chief Accountant
Chinip Corporations FZC
11.2009 - 07.2010
Accountant
Bukhatir Group
09.2005 - 10.2009
Master's - Economics and Finance
University of Karachi
06.2004 - 06.2006
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting and Finance
University of Sindh
01.2002 - 12.2004