I am an accomplished Senior Finance Professional, with 22+ years’ experience across Automotive, Health care,
Banking, Trading, Contracting, Real estate, Consulting (Big 4's) within audit and finance, skilled in supporting senior
leadership, through the provision of accurate and timely information and expertise, ensuring efficiency, governance,
control, compliance and risk mitigation across all business activities.
Key Skills
Financial Reporting, Analysis Financial Planning, Forecasting & Budgeting |Cost Control |IFRS |Financial Auditing |
Taxation |Corporate Tax |Preparing Board Level Reports |KPI Analysis |MS Office |SAP |Oracle ERP |Sage ERP |
Micro Soft Dynamic ERP |VAT Implementation |Stakeholder Management |Team Leadership, Coaching &
Development |Zakat working |Power BI |ERP Implementation |Pre-opening tasks.
Working Experience
Steel Engineering Technology W.L.L
Financial Manager
Feb 2020 – Sept 2025
Doha, Qatar
Responsibilities:
Financial Planning and Analysis:
Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial models for ongoing projects and new property
developments.
Conduct in-depth financial and profitability analyses to assess project feasibility and identify potential risks and
opportunities.
Prepare and maintain management accounting policies, budgeting procedures, and related internal controls.
Provide strategic financial insights and recommendations to support management decision-making.
Financial Reporting
Prepare accurate and timely financial statements, management reports, and performance dashboards for
internal and external stakeholders.
Deliver detailed variance analyses between actual and budgeted performance with commentary and
improvement plans.
Coordinate with auditors for annual audits and ensure proper documentation and compliance with accounting
standards.
Conduct financial analysis to support decision-making; financial performance against key performance indicators
(KPIs).
Cash Flow and Treasury Management
Monitor and manage cash flow projections to ensure sufficient liquidity for operations and investments.
Develop strategies to optimize working capital and improve cash efficiency.
Oversee banking relationships, negotiate credit facilities, and ensure compliance with treasury and currency
regulations.
Supervise payment processing, maintain payment discipline, and manage receipts and disbursements.
Open and manage bank accounts, ensuring all treasury operations comply with legal and regulatory
requirements.
Compliance and Governance
Ensure compliance with financial regulations, tax laws, and company policies.
Support internal controls to safeguard assets and enhance operational efficiency.
Prepare and submit documentation required by banks, auditors, and regulatory authorities.
Stakeholder Engagement:
Collaborate with stakeholders across the organization to understand their financial needs and provide support.
BYD KSA Automotive
Finance Manager
Feb 2016 – Dec 2019
Jeddah, K.S.A
Proficient in compiling, organizing, and interpreting reports, budgets, accounts, commentaries, and
financial statements to evaluate the organization's financial health.
Skilled in improving profitability by employing benchmark cost structures, sales metrics, and
effectively managing monthly budget variances.
Secured credit lines totaling 80 million in 2016, ensuring robust financial backing for organizational
endeavors.
Enhanced profitability through benchmark cost structures, sales metrics, and proactive management
of budget variances.
Conducted thorough research on pricing, competitors, customer needs, and market dynamics,
influencing competitive product pricing strategies.
Successfully implemented KSA VAT regulation requirements in 2018, showcasing adaptability to
regulatory changes and ensuring compliance.
Monitored revenue, expenses, and financial data, overseeing collection, consolidation, and stock
management for precise financial reporting.
Aligned financial and business systems with organizational policies and statutory regulations to
ensure seamless operations and regulatory adherence.
Demonstrated a successful track record in managing day-to-day finance operations and
implementing initiatives for staff cost efficiency, payroll, and incentives.
Autorent Car Rental LLC - (A Suhail Bahwan Group) | Commercial Manager | Jan 2012 – Nov 2015
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Dr.Sulaiman Al Habib Medical Group | Head of Accounting |June 2009 – Dec 2011 | Al Qassim,
Saudi Arabia
Dr.Sulaiman Al Habib Holding | Sr. Accountant | April 2005 - May 2009 | Riyadh-Kingdom of Saudi
Arabia.
PwC | Audit Supervisor (Last Position) | February 2001 - December 2004 | Colombo, Sri Lanka
Professional Membership
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA UK), (November2008)
Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA UK), (November 2005)
Education
University of Sri Jayewardenepura, B.Sc., Accounting and Finance · (2002)
Languages
English (Professional)
Arabic (Working knowledge)
Personal Information
Marital Status: Married
Nationality: Sri Lankan
Driving Licence: Qatar, K.S.A
Visa Status: Transferable IQAMA
Availability: Immediately
