Tuan Mubarak Jamal
Manama,Bahrain
Summary
Accomplished professional with extensive hands-on experience in MS Office, Excel, Word, Outlook, and various technical software including Micros, Fidelio, Opera, OnQ, Oasys, FMC, Future log, Sun and PeopleSoft. Demonstrates strong competencies in budgetary planning, financial analysis, forecasting, payroll processing, and financial reporting. Adept at balance sheet reviews, account reconciliations, general ledger accounting and time-management. Career goal includes leveraging technical proficiency and analytical skills to drive financial efficiency and accuracy within a dynamic organisation.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Chief accountant
Mercure Grand Hotel
Manama, Bahrain
07.2024 - Current
- Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
- Tracked tax, invoicing and budget information accurately.
- Reviewed and certified official financial statements for presentation to shareholders and governing bodies.
- Assessed accounts and accounting systems in cases of alleged criminal activity.
- Resolved invoice coding and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
- Analysed budgets and financial projections for accurate reporting of company performance.
- Advised management on financial details related to business operations, inventory levels and budgets.
- Assisted with developing and ongoing control of costing and pricing systems for business goods.
- Drafted comprehensive reports on company's financial health, aiding stakeholder communication.
- Oversaw and approved monthly management accounts, contributing to strategic decision-making.
- Worked with executives to create annual budget and track actual expenses against projected expenses.
- Oversaw bank reconciliations and managed short-term working capital, including credit control.
- Compiled general ledger entries on short schedule with 100% accuracy.
- Reviewed annual financial statements, collaborating with audit partners to produce statutory accounts.
- Negotiated favourable credit terms with suppliers, improving working capital position.
- Organised and carried out month-end, quarterly and year-end processes.
- Directed cost lines of P&L, managing staff costs, rent and overheads for optimal financial performance.
- Spearheaded preparation of annual accounts, ensuring transparency and accountability in financial reporting.
- Conducted comprehensive payroll review and input, maintaining accuracy and compliance with regulations.
- Completed duties to deliver on targets with accuracy and efficiency.
- Improved efficiency and productivity by acquiring new skills.
Senior account executive
Sheraton Colombo
Colombo, Srilanka
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Manage and oversee daily accounting operations, including accounts payable and receivable, general ledger, and bank reconciliations.
- Prepare timely and accurate financial statements and reports.
- Coordinate the budgeting and forecasting processes.
- Ensure compliance with financial regulations and hotel policies.
- Conduct financial analysis to support decision-making and strategic planning.
- Liaise with external auditors during audits and ensure timely resolution of audit findings.
- Supervise and mentor junior accounting staff.
Financial Controller
M/s. Golden Tulip Unayzah
05.2020 - 12.2023
- Over 5 years of experience as a Financial Controller, managing financial operations and reporting
- Successfully implemented cost-saving initiatives, resulting in a significant reduction in company expenses
- Led team in conducting financial analysis and forecasting, ensuring accurate budget planning
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with financial institutions, overseeing cash management and credit facilities
- Improving the business processes, as well as updating procedures and Policies
- Liaising with external auditors and ensuring that the company complies with all aspects of the audits
- Leading the AP/AR team
- Other financial management duties are assigned by the Regional Financial Controller
Cluster Asst. Financial Controller
M/s. Golden Tulip Buraidah/ Best western Plus/ Golden Tulip Dammam
01.2014 - 04.2020
- Managed financial reporting and analysis for multiple hotel properties, ensuring accuracy and compliance
- Collaborated with senior management to develop and implement financial strategies and objectives
- Streamlined financial processes, resulting in increased efficiency and cost savings
- Preparation of monthly and annual financial reports
- Reconciliation of bank statements
- Advising on the improvement of the financial management system, internal control system, and the use of financial management software
- Cooperation with external auditors to carry out annual external auditing
- Filing of VAT returns Monthly with responsibility
- Other financial management duties are assigned by the Regional Financial Controller
Account Supervisor (AR/ AP)
M/s. Governor West bay Grand Heritage Group
Doha
01.2012 - 11.2013
Income Auditor/Credit
M/s. Sofitel Al khobar
Al Khobar
12.2010 - 11.2011
Recovery Officer
M/s. 3FA Management Services PVT LTD
Colombo
08.2009 - 09.2010
Reliever Supervisor
M/s. Hilton Dubai Jumeirah
Dubai
11.2004 - 06.2009
- Relieving Supervisor to be multi-tasking and be in a position to assist in various Finance department functions when required
Education
Diploma in Strategic Mangement and Leadership - EQF Level 7
OTHM Qualification
06.2020 - 12.2022
Management Accounting
The CPD Certification Services
06.2019 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Commerce - undefined
Colombo University
01.1999 - 01.2003
Diploma in IATA - undefined
IATA
01.1995 - 01.1996
Skills
- Hands on experience in MS Office, Excel, Word, Outlook, SMicros, MC, Fidelio, Opera, Vision, OnQ, Oasis, Solution, Sun System, Wishnet, Touche & Prolific
- Budgetary planning
- Financial Analysis
- Forecasting
- Technical software proficiency
- Payroll processing
- Financial reporting
- Balance sheet competency
- Balance sheet reviews
- PeopleSoft knowledge
- Account reconciliations
- General ledger accounting
- Time-management
Personal Information
- Date of birth: 04/13/78
- Nationality: Sri Lankan
Custom
Advanced, Intermediate, Intermediate, Native, Native, Intermediate
Languages
English
Fluent
Arabic
Intermediate
Hindi
Intermediate
Tamil
Native
Malay
Upper intermediate
Malayalam
Intermediate
Timeline
Chief accountant
Mercure Grand Hotel
07.2024 - Current
Senior account executive
Sheraton Colombo
01.2024 - 06.2024
Diploma in Strategic Mangement and Leadership - EQF Level 7
OTHM Qualification
06.2020 - 12.2022
Financial Controller
M/s. Golden Tulip Unayzah
05.2020 - 12.2023
Management Accounting
The CPD Certification Services
06.2019 - 05.2020
Cluster Asst. Financial Controller
M/s. Golden Tulip Buraidah/ Best western Plus/ Golden Tulip Dammam
01.2014 - 04.2020
Account Supervisor (AR/ AP)
M/s. Governor West bay Grand Heritage Group
01.2012 - 11.2013
Income Auditor/Credit
M/s. Sofitel Al khobar
12.2010 - 11.2011
Recovery Officer
M/s. 3FA Management Services PVT LTD
08.2009 - 09.2010
Reliever Supervisor
M/s. Hilton Dubai Jumeirah
11.2004 - 06.2009
Bachelor of Commerce - undefined
Colombo University
01.1999 - 01.2003
Diploma in IATA - undefined
IATA
01.1995 - 01.1996
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