Fahad Tahir

Fahad Tahir Senior Accountant Certified Chartered Accountant (FCCA) with a history of accurately and efficiently supporting accounting activities for diverse range of clientele. 10+ years of experience in presenting data, analyzing cost Control, providing financial reports, delivering financials under time pressure. Achievement includes improving company’s EBITDA by over AED 4M through various cost control Initiatives. - - Abu Dhabi, UAE linkedin.com/in/fahad-tahir-acca-uaeca- SKILLS Bank Reconciliation Trial Balance Cost Reduction Strategies Financial Reporting Financial Statements Accounting Accounts Payable Management Data Analysis TECHNICAL SKILLS ERP Oracle & SAP Accounting Sofwares Quickbooks, Netsuite, Xero, Tally Accounting Standards IFRS, GAAP Office Suite MS Office, Google Workspace & Libre Office WORK EXPERIENCE Finance Manager Shuweihat Desalination Company LLC (TAQA) 07/2024 - Present U.A.E Achievements/Tasks Manage full-cycle bookkeeping and maintain accurate financial records for the construction of a major desalination plant. Prepare and present financial statements in compliance with IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards). Compile and submit detailed group reporting packs to key stakeholders on a monthly basis Prepare comprehensive monthly and quarterly reports for international lenders, ensuring compliance with financing agreements Improved reporting accuracy, reducing discrepancies by 10% through enhanced data verification processes. Reduced month-end closing time by 15%, streamlining workflows and improving financial data accessibility. Supported budgeting and forecasting processes, providing detailed variance analysis and insights to management. Liase with international Lenders ensuring timely payments of interest, swaps and commitment fees. Managed the full accounts payable cycle, ensuring timely and accurate vendor payments while resolving discrepancies and maintaining compliance with internal controls. Reduced payment processing time by 20%,enhanced invoice accuracy by 12%, and streamlined payment approvals, cutting approval time by 15% Monitor cash flow and coordinate with lenders to ensure the project's financial liquidity. Assisted in the preparation of tax filings and ensured compliance with relevant regulations of Federal Tax Authority. Page 1 of 3 Assistant Finance Manager Aldar Education 02/2020 – 06/2024 U.A.E Achievements/Tasks • • • • • • Improved EBITDA by AED 4M through cost control measures and increased enrollments, driving revenue growth. Prepared monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports in compliance with IFRS. Automated accounts payable processes, enhancing efficiency. Coordinated month-end closing and facilitated internal/external audits. Executive Leadership Award (2022): Transformed the finance function by improving AR/AP/GL processes, increasing collections by 40%. Procurement Process Improvement: Identified and resolved pain areas in PO issuance and GRN in Oracle, streamlining procurement processes. Senior Finance Consultant Hesabat Bookkeeping Services 05/2017 - 02/2020 UAE Achievements/Tasks • • • • • Managed end-to-end accounting, bookkeeping, and tax returns for clients. Implemented QuickBooks systems for multiple clients, streamlining operations. Registered and filed VAT returns for clients, ensuring FTA compliance. Improved Profitability by 5%: Outsourced delivery functions, saving clients AED 50k annually in driver and vehicle expenses. Reduced Admin Costs by 8%: Implemented paperless processes, saving AED 8k annually in printing and stationery costs. Supervisory Accountant Arthur Lawrence 04/2015 - 10/2016 Texas, U.S.A Achievements/Tasks • • • • Managed financial records for six U.S. healthcare entities. Conducted balance sheet analysis and bank reconciliations. Prepared fixed asset depreciation schedules and accruals. Employee of the Month (2016): Oversaw the finance department in the absence of the Finance Manager, ensuring error-free financial closing. EDUCATION Bachelors in Applied Accounting Oxford Brookes University, UK 01/2014 - 12/2018 Bachelors in Commerce University of Karachi CERTIFICATES ACCA (06/2015 - Present) Accounting & Finance (11/2019 - 11/2022) Association of Certified Chartered Accountants UK TestDome UAECA (01/2018 - Present) Accountants & Auditors Association Page 2 of 3 HONOR AWARDS Employee of the month (02/2016) Arthur Lawrence Awarded on dedicatedly working and overseeing the finance department. Appreciation Award (07/2021) Aldar Education Awarded on demonstration resilience, dedication and passion by performing remarkably during the year. Executive Leadership Award (11/2022) Aldar Education Demonstrated leadership qualities and took initiatives to improves the AR/AP/GL functions and improved the collections by 40%. LANGUAGES English Urdu Hindi Native or Bilingual Proficiency Native or Bilingual Proficiency Full Professional Proficiency INTERESTS Movies Gaming Page 3 of 3