Tarek Elsawy

-Led audit engagements for clients in various industries, including planning, fieldwork, and reporting phases. - Coordinate with client management, audit committees, and other stakeholders to facilitate the audit process and resolve audit issues. - Review and approve audit work papers, documentation, and reports prepared by audit team members to ensure compliance with audit standards and firm guidelines - Plan and execute external audit engagements for clients across various industries, adhering to audit standards and regulatory requirements. - Conduct risk assessments and develop audit plans and programs tailored to each client's unique risks and circumstances. - Perform detailed testing of financial statements, internal controls, and accounting processes to assess accuracy and compliance. - Analyse financial data, transactions, and processes to identify control deficiencies, errors, and areas for improvement. - Prepare comprehensive audit work papers, documentation, and reports to support audit findings and recommendations. - Communicate audit results and findings to clients, including management and audit committees, in a clear and professional manner. - Collaborate with client personnel to resolve audit issues, address concerns, and implement corrective actions. - Stay abreast of industry trends, changes in accounting standards, and regulatory developments to enhance audit quality and effectiveness.

- Oversee the financial operations of the company, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. - Lead a team of finance professionals, providing guidance, coaching, and performance feedback to ensure departmental goals are met. - Develop and implement financial strategies to optimize profitability and support overall business objectives. - Conduct in-depth financial analysis to identify areas for improvement and recommend actionable solutions. - Collaborate with other departments to streamline processes and enhance financial efficiency. - Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and accounting standards. - Prepare and present financial reports to senior management and stakeholders. - Manage relationships with external auditors, tax advisors, and financial institutions. - Develop and implement credit policies and procedures to ensure customer creditworthiness and minimize risk of financial loss. - Investigate, Revise the credit applications, evaluate customer’s financial condition, and approve customers’ orders. - Monitor customer accounts to ensure payments are made on time and in accordance with established terms. - Communicate with customers to address any credit-related issues and resolve disputes. - Work closely with sales and customer service teams to ensure efficient and effective credit management. - Making informed decisions on credit approvals, credit limits, and credit terms for customers. - Preparing and presenting credit-related reports and analysis. - Prepare and review month-end reporting (Aging, Bad Debt, Top 20 accounts, and Aging Trend reports) - Coordinate credit reviews on new and existing accounts to set and update credit limits - Assist with coordinating system updates - Excellent communication skills with the ability to build rapport and foster relationships at all business levels - Cash collection forecasts, monitoring cash flow and providing regular reporting and analysis. - Conflict resolution for aging accounts and help formulate collection strategies. - meetings with legal department to discuss aged debts and client account balances - Update the credit control database and ensure a high standard of work output and quality of information within the Credit Control team. - Ensure accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year end close.

• Oversee all financial accounting functions, including budgeting, forecasting, , financial reporting , accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and payroll. • Lead a team of accounting professionals, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations. • Develop and implement accounting policies and procedures to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements. • Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and reports for management and stakeholders. • Manage cash flow and liquidity to support business operations and strategic initiatives. • Coordinate with external auditors and tax authorities during financial audits and inspections. • Administer human resources functions, including payroll processing, employee benefits, and compliance with labor laws. • Manage administrative tasks such as office operations, facilities management, and procurement of supplies. - Lead the administration team, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations of the office. - Implement and maintain accounting systems and procedures to ensure accuracy and compliance. - Manage financial analysis and reporting to support decision-making processes. - Coordinate with external auditors and regulatory authorities for compliance and audits. - Provide strategic financial guidance to senior management. - Preparing Payroll. - Preparing Bank Reconciliation Statements. - Maintaining Order and Stock Registers.

- Develop and improve budgeting & reporting process. - Determining financial objectives. Designing & implementing systems, policies & procedures to facilitate internal financial control. - Manage day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and financial reporting. - Supervise a team of accounting professionals, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations. - Develop and implement accounting policies and procedures to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements. - Prepare and analyse financial statements, budgets, and forecasts to support strategic decision-making. - Coordinate with external auditors during financial audits and ensure timely completion of audit requirements. - Monitor cash flow, liquidity, and financial performance to identify risks and opportunities for improvement. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and drive cost savings. - Provide leadership and mentorship to accounting staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development. - Preparing Annual Budget - Developing and updating accounting, finance and management policies and procedures. - Coordinate the preparation of Financial Statements, Financial Reports for internal usage - Prepare quarterly reports and presentations

- Lead and manage internal audit projects to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management processes, and compliance with policies and regulations. - Develop risk-based audit plans and programs to address key areas of concern and ensure coverage of critical business processes. - Analyze audit findings and communicate results to management, including recommendations for improvements and corrective actions. - Assist in the development and maintenance of audit policies, procedures, and documentation. - Provide training and guidance to junior audit staff, fostering their professional growth and development. - Executed internal audit engagements in accordance with established audit plans and procedures. - Conducted risk assessments and identified key control deficiencies and areas for improvement. - Performed detailed testing of internal controls to assess compliance with policies and procedures. - Prepared clear and concise audit workpapers, findings, and recommendations for management review. - Followed up on audit findings to ensure timely resolution and implementation of corrective actions. - Maintained professional relationships with audit clients and stakeholders. - Developing and executing comprehensive audit plans, ensuring extensive coverage of critical risk areas. - Collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement process improvements, fortifying internal controls. - Crafting detailed audit reports for management, succinctly summarizing findings, associated risks, and actionable recommendations. - Proposing policies, activities, and programs relevant to the auditing department. - Producing internal audit reports, offering valuable insights into the company's financial standing. - Managing the accounting system and associated procedures. - Conducting monthly analyses of financial results against the budget to ensure financial objectives are met. - Supervising all inventory transactions, reconciliations, and stock counts. - Fulfilling any additional ad-hoc duties as assigned