Michael Najjar
Perth,WA
Summary
Finance professional specializing in financial analysis, budgeting, and operational strategy. Demonstrated success in managing multi-subsidiary operations and optimizing financial controls to enhance profitability. Skilled in collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement effective strategic solutions.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Financial Controller
United Al Saqer Group
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Collaborated with shareholders about financial reports, margin improvements and reinvestment strategies.
- Managed and directed budgets, expenditures, accounting, financial reporting.
- Identified areas of cost savings or increased efficiency through process improvements.
- Managed cash flows to optimize year-end tax benefits.
Senior Financial Accountant
United Al Saqer Group
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
12.2021 - 01.2023
- Prepared monthly reconciliations of bank accounts and other balance sheet accounts.
- Led annual financial audit and preparation of support for audited financial statements.
- Reviewed financial documents and records to ensure accuracy of information and compliance with established procedures.
- Minimized internal accounting department backlogs by updating accounts and generating reports.
Financial Accountant
United Al Saqer Group
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
12.2020 - 12.2021
- Developed and maintained effective relationships with banks and other external service providers such as tax consultants.
- Managed fixed assets register ensuring accurate tracking of all additions, disposals, transfers.
- Gathered banking transactions via statements, recorded activity in Excel format and reconciled balances.
- Maintained general ledger accounts by reconciling sub-ledger balances to the general ledger on a monthly basis.
Events Team Coordinator
Vibes Events
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
07.2018 - 12.2020
- Led site walk-through and meetings prior with staff to discuss checklists and delegate assignments.
- Served as a liaison between clients and vendors to ensure smooth operations during the event.
- Chose facilities, inspected spaces and planned set up and execution to exceed client expectation.
- Facilitated post-event evaluations with clients and internal teams, gathering feedback to inform future event planning.
Consulting Intern
Deloitte
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
06.2017 - 08.2017
- Analyzed key performance indicators to identify effective strategies.
- Worked closely with human resources to support employee management and organizational planning.
- Identified areas for improvement, narrowing focus for decision-makers in making necessary changes.
Education
Masters of Applied Finance - Distinction -
University of Western Australia
Perth, WA05-2025
BBA in Finance and Accounting - Dean's List -
American University Of Sharjah
Sharjah, United Arab Emirates05-2018
Skills
- Financial Analysis
- Quantitative Analysis
- Asset Management
- Budgeting and Forecasting
- Regulatory Compliance
- Cash Flow Management
- Attention to Detail
- Corporate Finance
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Arabic
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Financial Controller
United Al Saqer Group
01.2023 - 01.2024
Senior Financial Accountant
United Al Saqer Group
12.2021 - 01.2023
Financial Accountant
United Al Saqer Group
12.2020 - 12.2021
Events Team Coordinator
Vibes Events
07.2018 - 12.2020
Consulting Intern
Deloitte
06.2017 - 08.2017
Masters of Applied Finance - Distinction -
University of Western Australia
BBA in Finance and Accounting - Dean's List -
American University Of Sharjah
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