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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

Software

ERP

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
Abdullkareem JabbarFinance / General Manager