MELROY JULIUS REBELO
Ashford,UK
Summary
Accomplished finance professional with extensive expertise in financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting. Demonstrates proficiency in P&L analysis, KPI analysis, and comprehensive audit management. Skilled in risk and compliance management, with a strong command of ERP systems including SAP and Sun Systems. Proven track record in process automation and internal controls, enhancing operational efficiency. Adept at stakeholder engagement and team leadership, driving successful financial outcomes. Career aspirations include leveraging advanced MS Excel skills for innovative financial modelling and reporting solutions.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
2009
2009
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Finance Manager
Sofitel St. James London
London
08.2023 - 08.2025
- Lead the full finance function across two properties, ensuring compliance, internal controls, and operational efficiency.
- Manage AP, AR, and GL processes, delivering accurate and timely financial reporting.
- Drive financial planning through budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis, collaborating with department heads to meet financial targets.
- Reduced month-end close cycle by streamlining reconciliations and journal entry processes.
- Strengthened compliance with VAT and audit standards by enforcing strict internal controls and process improvements.
- Supervised and coached a high-performing finance team, implementing new SOPs and system enhancements to increase efficiency.
- Partner with hotel leadership to interpret KPIs and financial results, enabling data-driven decision-making.
- Optimised inventory and cost-control measures, enhancing profitability through improved stock management.
Finance Supervisor
Fairmont Windsor Park
Windsor
06.2022 - 08.2023
- Oversaw daily operations of the finance department, ensuring accuracy in AP, AR, credit control, cashiering, events billing, and income audit functions.
- Assisted the Director of Finance with financial reports, tax compliance, and P&L management.
- Strengthened financial controls and risk management by influencing department managers and implementing best practices.
- Ensured timely completion of month-end close activities, including GL entries and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Streamlined financial processes and introduced improvements to align with audit and compliance standards.
- Supported cross-departmental collaboration, enhancing accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting.
Leader/Supervisor - Accounts Payable and Inventory Controller
The Savoy Hotel Ltd
London
01.2019 - 06.2022
- Led AP and inventory functions, overseeing employee expense reports, third-party travel expenses, and vendor management.
- Managed month-end close for AP and inventory accounts, including journals, reconciliations, and cross-charges, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Strengthened compliance by enforcing accounting policies and facilitating internal and external audits.
- Streamlined stock management processes by implementing best practices, improving efficiency, reducing discrepancies.
- Performed monthly physical inventory counts, reconciliations, and discrepancy investigations.
- Supported senior finance leadership with ad hoc projects and cross-departmental reporting requirements.
Accountant – Accounts Payable
Metropolitan Hotel Ltd.
Dubai
09.2016 - 10.2018
- Managed end-to-end AP processes, ensuring accuracy in expense reports, invoice processing, and general ledger postings.
- Improved cash flow by strategically scheduling vendor payments and negotiating favourable terms with suppliers.
- Assisted the Financial Controller with cash planning and weekly vendor disbursement recommendations.
- Strengthened internal controls and compliance by implementing new policies and procedures, including VAT reconciliation and reporting.
- Reconciled supplier statements, resolved discrepancies, and prepared monthly GL entries to support timely period-end close.
- Built and maintained strong vendor relationships, securing cost efficiencies and reliable supply chains.
Finance Manager
Justa Hotels & Resorts
Goa
06.2013 - 03.2016
- Directed the full finance function, including accounting, payroll, AP/AR, banking, and budgeting, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of all financial transactions.
- Led and developed the finance team, improving departmental efficiency and cross-functional collaboration.
- Implemented new financial processes and controls that enhanced accuracy and reduced operational bottlenecks.
- Supported executive leadership with budget preparation, analysing actual vs. projected performance and providing recommendations for improved financial outcomes.
Income Auditor
Club Mahindra Beach Resort
Goa
03.2011 - 06.2013
Accountant & Admin executive
Matrix
Goa
05.2009 - 02.2011
Education
ACCA -
ACCA Global
United KingdomPost Graduate Diploma in Management - Management
Goa Institute of Management
Bachelor’s in Financial Accounting, Auditing & Taxation -
Goa University
Skills
- Financial Planning
- Budgeting
- Forecasting
- P&L Analysis
- KPI Analysis
- Accounts Payable
- Accounts Receivable
- Leadership
- Audit Management
- Risk Management
- Compliance Management
- Inventory Control
- Cost Control
- ERP Systems
- SAP
- Sun Systems
- Opera
- Tally ERP
- Micros
- IDS Next
- Process Automation
- Internal Controls
- Team Leadership
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Advanced MS Excel
- Financial Modelling
- Financial Reporting
- Income Tax Knowledge
- Corporate Tax Knowledge
- VAT Knowledge
Accomplishments
- Implemented a centralized purchase system, improving control, transparency, and vendor management across operations.
- Played a key role in the pre-opening of a luxury hotel in Dubai, establishing Accounts Payable and General Cashier functions from the ground up.
- Introduced Accounts Payable and inventory systems, streamlining processes and reducing manual errors.
- Converted dormant beverage stock into revenue, minimizing losses and enhancing profitability.
- Developed and implemented Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to streamline financial processes and strengthen compliance.
- Created a structured reconciliation framework, significantly improving efficiency and accuracy in financial reporting.
- Led training and development programs for finance teams, enhancing capability, efficiency, and adherence to best practices.
Personal Information
- Notice Period: 1 Month
- Marital status: ACCA Student
Custom
Available on request
Timeline
Finance Manager
Sofitel St. James London
08.2023 - 08.2025
Finance Supervisor
Fairmont Windsor Park
06.2022 - 08.2023
Leader/Supervisor - Accounts Payable and Inventory Controller
The Savoy Hotel Ltd
01.2019 - 06.2022
Accountant – Accounts Payable
Metropolitan Hotel Ltd.
09.2016 - 10.2018
Finance Manager
Justa Hotels & Resorts
06.2013 - 03.2016
Income Auditor
Club Mahindra Beach Resort
03.2011 - 06.2013
Accountant & Admin executive
Matrix
05.2009 - 02.2011
ACCA -
ACCA Global
Post Graduate Diploma in Management - Management
Goa Institute of Management
Bachelor’s in Financial Accounting, Auditing & Taxation -
Goa University
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