Imad Aoude
Beirut
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience in language instruction, project management, procurement, and financial operations. Proven ability to lead major projects, reduce costs, and enhance operational efficiency. Fluent in Italian, English, Arabic and French and skilled in Oracle ERP, fixed assets management, and financial reporting.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Italian Language Instructor
Beirut Learning Center
05.2023 - Current
- Teach Italian language to beginners, intermediary, advanced, and expert levels
- Conduct online teaching private and public sessions via Zoom and Teams
- Achieved high student satisfaction and proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking Italian.
Administration and Finance Officer
Oracle ERP Sourcing, Procurement & Project Costing
01.2013 - 05.2024
- Implemented and developed major projects for the bank
- Procurement Senior Buyer with focus on after-sale benefits and support, reducing operational costs by 12%
- Organized and controlled the construction of the Bank's Data Center
- Negotiated best prices with local and international suppliers, reducing administration budgets by 20%
- Sole user and implementor of Oracle ERP Project Costing module
- Consolidated project expenditures and provided cost breakdown reporting
- Maintained detailed budget control and decreased costs by identifying erroneous expenses
- Identified functionality gaps and provided solutions to improve company spending and outsourcing
- Handled all major insurance policies and claims for the institution (e.g., BBB, FAP, WRK, GTP).
Fixed Assets and Supply Chain Officer
Byblos Bank S.A.L.
01.2009 - 12.2012
- Efficiently recorded, accounted for, reported, and capitalized capital projects, ensuring timely completion
- Reviewed and reconciled project invoices, capitalizing spending in strict adherence to GAAP standards
- Conducted periodic physical inventory counts of fixed assets, ensuring accurate reconciliation with book records
- Assisted in preparing monthly capital expenditure forecasts, contributing to accurate financial planning
- Developed supply projections and negotiated prices, schedules, and contract terms with vendors, optimizing procurement processes
- Reconciled fixed asset records with the general ledger and financial statements, maintaining financial precision.
Deputy Head of Finance
Unicredit Banca Di Roma S.P.A.
01.2001 - 12.2008
- Managed accounting records, journal entries, accounts payable postings, and bank reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and efficiency
- Analyzed financial activities, ensured compliance with accounting standards, and prepared comprehensive budgets
- Reviewed and analyzed daily cash flows and transfers, generating detailed reports and financial statements
- Ensured documentation compliance with the Bank Secrecy Act and anti-money laundering regulations, maintaining regulatory standards
- Tracked expenses, planned monthly payments, processed invoices, cross-checked financial documents, and prepared detailed account reports, ensuring financial integrity.
Assistant General Manager
Soime Betonval Lebanon S.A.L.
07.1994 - 06.1998
- Managed sales operations and guest relations, ensuring exceptional customer experiences
- Controlled company expenses and budget, optimizing financial performance
- Planned, implemented, and executed sales and marketing strategies, increasing sales by 10%
- Led management of high-value client accounts and bank accounts; enhanced client satisfaction, bolstering repeat business by 30% and ensuring 100% accuracy in financial transactions over 12 months
- Implemented workflow procedures based on directives from the General Manager, improving operational efficiency
- Assisted with procurement of inventory and supplies, ensuring timely availability and cost-effectiveness.
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration -
Beirut Arab University
Technical Certificate in Hotel Management -
Computer and Engineering College
High School Diploma in Foreign Languages -
Liceo Linguistico Mercurio
Skills
- Contracts Management
- Finance & Administration operations
- Oracle ERP Sourcing, Procurement & Project Costing
- Project Management
- Invoicing and Payments
- Budget Control
- Fixed Assets Management
- Communication skills
- Cultural adaptability
- Teamwork
- Time Management
- Detail oriented
Languages
Arabic
Italian
English
French
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 02/24/73
- Nationality: Lebanese
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeImportant To Me
Work-life balanceCareer advancementCompany CulturePersonal development programsTimeline
Italian Language Instructor
Beirut Learning Center
05.2023 - Current
Administration and Finance Officer
Oracle ERP Sourcing, Procurement & Project Costing
01.2013 - 05.2024
Fixed Assets and Supply Chain Officer
Byblos Bank S.A.L.
01.2009 - 12.2012
Deputy Head of Finance
Unicredit Banca Di Roma S.P.A.
01.2001 - 12.2008
Assistant General Manager
Soime Betonval Lebanon S.A.L.
07.1994 - 06.1998
Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration -
Beirut Arab University
Technical Certificate in Hotel Management -
Computer and Engineering College
High School Diploma in Foreign Languages -
Liceo Linguistico Mercurio
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