1. Shafique Ahmed
Al khail Gate Dubai
Mob # 055-5160114
ahmed.shafique83@gmail.com
Career objective
To have a challenging career in a dynamic & progressive organization that provides a
supportive environment to a motivated, innovative and skilled professional. To practically
enhance my capabilities in the field of Accounting and Finance, focusing on professional and
personal growth and development.
Summary
A Professional Accountant (credit controller) with 5.6 years of experience in UAE. Well
versed in implementing complete Accounting Cycle. Able to devise and implement tested
Training Practices and procedures within a challenging environment. Highly articulate and
effective communicator with excellent team building and interpersonal skills; works well with
individuals at all levels. Recognized as a resource person, problem solver and creative leader.
Achievement
s
• Reduced DSO from 125 days to 95 days for Gulf international.
• Reduced overall AR from 90M to 80M for Gulf international.
• Implement new Collection process like Reminder & Hard Warning letter for Gulf
international.
• Managing Key Accounts for the Region.
• Having Top 100 customers Balance Confirmation for Gulf international.
• Mastering Foundation s of Management (MFM) Course Completed.
• Zero Cash loss for the year 2011-2012
Professional Experience
July 2014 to Feb 2015 Infinity life style Management & Concierge
Dubai, UAE
Accountant
• Maintaining and performing Accounts (Balance sheet, profit and loss, cash follow)
• Review all invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior payment
• Prioritize invoices according to cash discount potential and payment terms
• Handling fixed assets (According to IAS 16 how to valuation and additional fixed assets)
• Match invoices to checks, obtain all signatures for checks and distribute checks
accordingly
• Reconciliation of Bank statement
• Updation of financial status and writing periodic reports to senior management.
• Respond to all vendor inquiries
• Reconcile vendor statements, research and correct discrepancies
• Handling Payroll (preparation and disbursement)
• Maintain files and documentation thoroughly and accurately, in accordance with company
policy and accepted accounting practices
• Assist with other projects as needed
2. June 2008 to March 2013 Gulf international (FMCG) Dubai,
UAE
Accountant (Credit controller)
Description :Gulf International is leading distributor of FMCG products with channel partners
such as Johnson & Johnson, Kraft, Bahlsen, etc and distributing to various types of retail
chains like Carrefour, Lulu, Spinneys, catering services viz Emirates Flight Catering,
various group of hotels etc to name a few of them.
Supervision and control of collection (Cash, cheques CDC & PDC) from various types of
customers.
Setting up monthly collection target and ensure to achieve the same for smooth cash
flow.
Interaction with customers and helping them resolve their queries if any, to their complete
satisfaction.
Analysis of financial credibility and market standing of new customers
Credit appraisal of customers.
Documentation and filing of Credit Approvals
Investigate and resolve credit & cash customer queries.
Sending balance confirmation to the customers
Reconciliation of customers accounts
Daily correspondence and follow up with customers for payments.
Distribution of Statements and Ageing Schedule to customers.
Preparation of dishonored cheques report and tracking dishonored cheques.
Processing of dunning letters and monitor dunning notices sent to customers and ensure
compliance for timely response to customers by AR cell.
Ensure consistency in presentation of AR reports and submission of reports as per SLA
time lines.
Coordination of internal and external audit.
Customer code creation and maintaining customer master data.
Carry out billing, collection and reporting activities according to specific deadlines.
Monitor customer account details for non payments, delayed Payments and other
irregularities.
Maintain accounts receivable customer files, ageing review.
Education
2004-2006 M.Com - Majors in Finance and Accounts
Pakistan
University of Azad Jammu & Kashmir.
2002-2004 B.Com - Majors in Finance and Accounts
Pakistan
University of the Punjab.
Certifications & Professional Trainings
Advance Excel Training from Al Batha Group Dubai-UAE
SAP (FICO) Training from Al Batha Group Dubai-UAE
Business & Interpersonal Skills
• Excellent Communication skills (report writing & presentation skills)
• Strong administration skills
3. • Knowledge of all major computer softwares
• Committed and Hard working
• Self- Motivated
• Keen to learn and enjoy working in a team environment
Personal Information
• Valid UAE Driving License
• Visit Visa