Mohsen Mahmoud Chahal
Amman
Summary
Seeking a role in a dynamic and progressive organization that fosters growth and excellence, while finding job satisfaction and opportunities for self-development. Committed to achieving personal and organizational goals, aspiring to contribute to an environment that serves the greater good.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operation Support Officer / Finance Officer
ACTED
04.2024 - Current
- Finance:
- 1. Following up on REACH projects’ budget follow-up sheets on monthly basis to ensure spending and financial allocations are matching allocation tables (actual expenditures vs. budgets), while providing a detailed proposal showing the financial situation and future plans for the REACH projects and give recommendations to project manager and program staff.
- 2. Monitor and ensure REACH projects accountancy are accurate and eligible according to donor, Acted and IMPACT procedures.
- 3. Supporting REACH management with updating financial sheet and follow up on the status of new FSs.
- 4. support on creating budget proposals with REACH management, and participate in budget-related meetings to be able to work closely with all program teams in any new proposal development and ensure that at all time, primarily budgets are presented with the internal format before they are converted to the donor format and in line with ACTED and IMPACT guidelines.
- 5. Preparing and following up with REACH teams in the bases on program spending plans and financial tracking system in monthly basis.
- 6. Follow up on monthly basis on REACH field Enumerators monthly allocation and support in planning ENs allocation during the year.
- 7. Support REACH management with updating monthly allocation tables and timesheets.
- 8. Ensures adherence to all Finance procedures and support successful FLAT management at the capital level.
- 9. Updating monthly BFUs accurately with timely manner (forecast reflected, accountancy clean and accurate spending balanced respecting donor’s regulations).
- 10. Identify project financial situation and needs with timely manner (needs for amendments, non-cost extensions, reallocations…etc).
- 11. Managing projects/budgets financial status (budget approval, FS approval, reporting stage…etc).
- 12. Identify budget lines to be used by program, field and logs team and major underspend or overspend.
- Logistics:
- 1. Supporting REACH coordination, field and program team with the planning of equipment needs vs available fund under REACH projects.
- 2. Being aware of Acted and IMPACT procurement guidelines and ensure donors spending regulations are respected while assigning procurement budget lines.
- 3. Liaising with logistics teams in Amman or the bases regarding the tracking and management of REACH projects spending plans and ensure close tracking system on monthly spending situation.
- 4. Confirm and follow up on the general REACH needs and ensure available budgets are planned.
- Administration:
- 1. Supporting REACH recruitment by planning staff needs with REACH project focal points VS available fund, placing requests and following up their progress.
- 2. Keeping up to date with any new HR policies and communicating them to the different project teams via Officers or (Senior) Field Coordinators.
- Security:
- 1. Keeping up to date with security policies, evacuation plans and ensuring project staff are informed.
- Other:
- 1. Maintain close contact between field/project teams to be informed of developments in project activities which may require FLATS support, and following up as needed with logistics, administration and finance teams.
- 2. Ensure that operational activities are executed within allocated budget and time line.
- 3. Any other duties as required to support the running of REACH activities from REACH Operation Support Manager and his/her line manager.
Senior Accountant
World Media Holding
12.2017 - 01.2024
- Manage and oversee the daily operation of the accounting department
- Month and end-year process
- Account payables / Receivables
- Bank Reconciling
- Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulations, and company policies
- Present financial reports to management and stakeholders, providing insights and recommendation
- Collaborate with management to develop and manage budgets
- Conduct variance analysis to assess financial performance against budgets and forecasts
- Provide strategic financial guidance to support decision-making
- Oversee the maintenance of the general ledger and sub-ledgers
- Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records
- Reconcile accounts and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner
- Coordinate and facilitate internal and external audits
- Prepare audit schedules and respond to auditor inquiries
- Implement audit recommendations to enhance internal controls
- Ensure compliance with tax regulation
- Prepare and file tax returns, including income tax and sales tax
- Conduct financial analyses to support business decisions
- Provide recommendations for improving financial performance
- Streamline accounting processes to increase efficiency and accuracy
- Implement best practices in financial reporting and accounting procedures
- Identify opportunities for automation on and technology integration
- Supervise and mentor junior accounting staff
- Monitor and manage cash flow to ensure liquidity
- Forecast cash needs and optimize working capital
- Ad-hoc Analysis and Projects
- Fixed Assets Register
- Payroll management and processing
Financial Accountant
International Company of Food (ICOF)
09.2015 - 11.2017
- Maintain and update the general ledger and financial records
- Record financial transactions accurately and in accordance with accounting principles
- Perform month-end and year-end closing activities
- Reconcile balance sheet accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness
- Prepare financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements
- Generate and analyze financial reports for management review
- Reconcile bank statements and other financial accounts
- Investigate and resolve discrepancies or variances
- Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts
- Collaborate with other departments to gather relevant financial data
- Monitor and control expenses to ensure adherence to budgets
- Analyze and report on variances between budgeted and actual expenses
- Provide documentation and support during audit processes
- Prepare and file various tax returns, including income tax and sales tax
- Maintain documentation on accounting processes
Financial Sales Consultant, Financial Planner
Bankers Assurance
03.2015 - 04.2017
- Targeting new prospects through corporate and personal business development
- Planning, managing, and coordinating financial services and investment plans for clients
- Provide clients with insurance services and find solutions for their needs
- Meet with potential clients and follow up with them
Education
Bachelor's degree - Finance and Accounting
Arts, Science and Technology University (AUL)
02.2015
Bachelor's degree - Finance, Banking & Economics
Petra University
08.2012
Skills
- Microsoft Office Excel
- Quickbooks
- Microsoft Dynamic 365
- Zoho
- CRM
- SAGE
- Power BI
Personal Information
Marital Status: Married
Birthday
01/24/91
Residence
Khalda, Al Salheen, Amman
Languages
Arabic
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
French
Elementary
A2
Certification
- CTDP (Crew Trainer Development Program) – McDonald's.
- Financial Consultant Training Program – Bankers Training Academy (BTA).
- Financial Modeling and Leadership – KPMG, Oman, Muscat.
Timeline
Operation Support Officer / Finance Officer
ACTED
04.2024 - Current
Senior Accountant
World Media Holding
12.2017 - 01.2024
Financial Accountant
International Company of Food (ICOF)
09.2015 - 11.2017
Financial Sales Consultant, Financial Planner
Bankers Assurance
03.2015 - 04.2017
- CTDP (Crew Trainer Development Program) – McDonald's.
- Financial Consultant Training Program – Bankers Training Academy (BTA).
- Financial Modeling and Leadership – KPMG, Oman, Muscat.
Bachelor's degree - Finance and Accounting
Arts, Science and Technology University (AUL)
Bachelor's degree - Finance, Banking & Economics
Petra University
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