ERP
Abdullkareem Jabbar
Finance / General Manager
Baghdad
Summary
Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
General Manager
Queen Baghdad Group
01.2025 - Current
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
- Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations, and contract details.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Increased overall company efficiency by streamlining operations and implementing innovative managerial strategies.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
- Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
- Analyzed market trends/data to identify potential opportunities for business growth within existing or emerging markets successfully.
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
- Led team to exceed sales targets, implementing motivational incentives and comprehensive training programs.
- Enhanced team collaboration and communication by introducing new project management tool, leading to more efficient project completions.
- Negotiated with suppliers to secure better pricing, reducing operational costs while maintaining product quality.
- Improved operational efficiency by streamlining workflow processes and adopting cutting-edge technology.
Chief Accountant
Levant Medical Group
05.2021 - 01.2025
- Company Overview: GE Healthcare
- GE Healthcare
- Reconciled balance sheets and streamlined best practices for balance sheet processes.
- Handled month-end and year-end end finances by managing and reporting fixed assets and other data.
- Completed year-end closing processes with controllers and external auditors.
- Prepared accounts for industry audits and supported audit process.
- Maintained accurate financial records by overseeing general ledger reconciliation efforts on a monthly basis.
- Drafted variance reports, regulatory filings, and related schedules.
- Reviewed documents and accounts for discrepancies and resolved variances.
- Prepared monthly journal entries and reconciliations.
- Analyzed financial audit information and made recommendations to improve efficiencies.
- Enhanced financial transparency for stakeholders through accurate and timely financial reporting.
- Developed annual budgets in collaboration with senior management, aligning resources with company objectives.
- Streamlined financial processes by implementing efficient accounting systems and software.
- Set up and improved accounting systems and processes to meet business needs and maximize operational success.
- Established strong relationships with external partners such as banks, auditors, and tax consultants to ensure smooth interactions and compliance.
- Completed Monthly payroll and maintained employee records.
- Safeguarded company''s financial health by implementing robust internal controls and risk mitigation measures across various departments.
- Played an instrumental role during corporate restructuring periods; assisting in the identification, evaluation and execution of cost optimization measures that directly impacted company''s bottom line.
Finance Manager
Queen Baghdad
01.2019 - 01.2025
- Strengthened internal controls through regular audits and adherence to regulatory requirements.
- Trained new and existing staff members in various financial procedures to prepare for job requirements.
- Optimized cash flow with diligent monitoring of accounts receivable and payable.
- Monitored budget and revenue trends, compiling reports for company leadership to inform decision-making.
- Developed comprehensive financial reports for executive decision-making support.
- Mentored junior finance staff, fostering professional development and strong team dynamics.
- Improved financial forecasting accuracy, utilizing advanced analytical models.
- Executed vendor setup and payment, administration of bank accounts and account reconciliations.
- Reviewed documentation and identified financial discrepancies where applicable.
- Streamlined month-end close process, reducing time spent on manual tasks and improving data accuracy.
- Collaborated with IT to develop secure, efficient electronic invoicing system, reducing processing times and errors.
- Negotiated with suppliers to improve payment terms, enhancing cash flow management.
- Analyzed market trends to advise on potential investment opportunities, aligning with long-term strategic goals.
- Played key role in strategic planning sessions, offering insights that shaped company direction and growth.
Senior Financial Accountant
Zain Cash
12.2019 - 04.2021
- Generated financial statements, as well as both interim and annual reports.
- Supported management decision-making with relevant financial data analysis, preparing detailed reports for review.
- Managed cash flow effectively through diligent monitoring of receivables, payables, and bank reconciliations.
- Facilitated smooth acquisition processes, including due diligence tasks and financial integration of acquired companies.
- Contributed to the successful implementation of a new ERP system, leading to improved data accuracy and streamlined reporting capabilities.
- Managed fixed asset accounting by maintaining a detailed asset register and ensuring timely depreciation calculations.
- Streamlined invoice processing to reduce payment delays while improving vendor relationships.
- Assisted with successful external audits by providing comprehensive documentation and addressing inquiries in a timely manner.
- Coordinated day-to-day financial procedures for three departments and trained new staff on payroll and invoice procedures.
- Provided guidance to junior accountants, fostering professional development through continuous feedback and training opportunities.
- Reduced errors in financial statements by thoroughly reviewing and reconciling general ledger accounts on a monthly basis.
- Used double-entry accounting methods and check backs to manage daily entries to general ledgers.
- Assessed data and information to verify entry, calculation, and billing code accuracy.
- Led daily general ledger entries, using double-entry accounting method and check backs.
- Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
Chief Accounting
Master Group PVT LTD
07.2016 - 12.2019
- Managed a team of accountants, fostering collaboration and professional growth for improved department performance.
- Assisted team members in transitioning to new system through extensive training and one-on-one support.
- Ensured compliance with tax regulations by diligently preparing and submitting all required documentation on time.
- Completed biweekly payroll and maintained employee records.
- Reviewed budgets and communicated discrepancies to senior management.
- Increased efficiency within the accounting department through continuous process improvement initiatives and staff training programs.
- Developed and implemented effective accounting systems.
- Streamlined accounting processes for increased efficiency and productivity.
- Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
- Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas, and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
- Collected and reported monthly expense variances and explanations.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
- Set up and improved accounting systems and processes to meet business needs and maximize operational success.
- Served as a strategic business partner to senior leadership by providing valuable financial insights, recommendations for improvement and accurate financial information necessary for decision-making processes.
Senior Accountant
Sindbad Land Park
01.2015 - 07.2016
- Reconciled accounts and created documents for monthly closure procedures.
- Updated general ledger with latest entries.
- Provided timely and accurate financial reporting to senior management, enabling informed decision-making based on reliable data.
- Assisted in internal and external audits by preparing necessary documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.
- Analyzed financial statement discrepancies, identifying issues, and recommending corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
- Coordinated with various departments to gather financial data, ensuring accurate representation of each business unit''s performance.
- Contributed to hiring, training and development of accounting teams.
- Established strong relationships with vendors to negotiate favorable payment terms that improved working capital management.
- Reduced month-end closing time, meticulously organizing and reviewing ledger entries for consistency.
- Led successful migration of financial records to new accounting platform, ensuring seamless transition.
- Prepared detailed financial statements for quarterly board meetings, providing clear insights into financial health.
Accountant
Inter capital Constructions Ltd
10.2013 - 01.2015
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
- Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
- Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports, and presentations.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
- Detected and corrected mistakes early on and implemented systems to avoid recurring issues.
- Assisted in reducing outstanding accounts receivable balances by diligently following up on overdue invoices.
- Maintained accurate records of fixed assets, including acquisition costs, depreciation schedules, and current values for insurance purposes.
Education
Bachelor of Accounting - administration and economics
Baghdad University
Tow training course - FSs (Audit and Organize)
Iraqi Accountants and Auditors Syndicate
Skills
Interpersonal skills
Communication
Team worker
Multi-tasker
Team Management
Confidentially
Under pressure worker
Financial statements
Monthly closing report
Accrued and accruals
Reporting
Software
Office
SQL
Finance Local Systems
Timeline
General Manager
Queen Baghdad Group
01.2025 - Current
Chief Accountant
Levant Medical Group
05.2021 - 01.2025
Senior Financial Accountant
Zain Cash
12.2019 - 04.2021
Finance Manager
Queen Baghdad
01.2019 - 01.2025
Chief Accounting
Master Group PVT LTD
07.2016 - 12.2019
Senior Accountant
Sindbad Land Park
01.2015 - 07.2016
Accountant
Inter capital Constructions Ltd
10.2013 - 01.2015
Tow training course - FSs (Audit and Organize)
Iraqi Accountants and Auditors Syndicate
Bachelor of Accounting - administration and economics
Baghdad University