Summary
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Work History
Education
Skills
Accountingsoftwareskills
Diplomacertification
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References
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Mohamed Bari

Senior Accounts Payable Executive
London

Summary

Highly motivated and experienced professional with over 13 years of expertise in accounts and finance. Possessing a strong understanding of accounting principles, I approach problem-solving with a pragmatic mindset and consistently find effective solutions. Skilled in communication, adept at interacting with senior individuals from diverse financial and non-financial backgrounds. Able to handle complex assignments confidently, excelling both as a team player and when working independently.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Accounts Payable Executive

Lyca Group
11.2019 - Current
  • Maintained records by imaging invoices, debits, and credits.
  • Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
  • Managed complex problem-solving for upper management in order to complete projects on-time and within budget.
  • Maintained excellent financial standings by working closely with bookkeeper to process business transactions.
  • Streamlined daily reporting information entry for efficient record keeping purposes.
  • Input financial data and produced reports using SunSystems ERP software.
  • Reconciled company bank, Equals Money debit expenses card and line of debit accounts, investigating, and resolving discrepancies to keep accounts audit-ready.
  • Reconciled monthly bank accounts and tracked expenses.
  • Streamlined bookkeeping procedures to increase efficiency and productivity.
  • Reconciled account information and reported figures in general ledger by comparing to bank account statement each month.
  • Effectively communicated with vendor about discrepancies of payment/queries and kept updated, detailed and accurate ledgers.
  • Managed and responded to correspondence and inquiries from vendors.
  • Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
  • Inspected account books and recorded transactions.
  • Supported management by processing invoices and documents with consistent on-time delivery.
  • Reduced financial discrepancies, effectively reconciling bank accounts and organizing information into accounting software.
  • Managed and processed over 500 vendor invoices monthly, ensuring accuracy, proper authorization sign off and timely payments.
  • Conducted detailed audits of expense reports using Concur, aligning with corporate policies and reducing discrepancies by 20%.
  • Implemented a new ERP system feature, leading to a 15% improvement in tracking and managing vendor payment schedules.
  • Collaborated with finance and procurement departments to streamline payment processes, resulting in a 30% reduction in invoice processing time.
  • Prepared monthly aged reports and accruals, assisting with Finance team in month-end closing with 100% accuracy.
  • Led a cross-functional team project to identify and resolve payment system inefficiencies, enhancing overall productivity by 25%.
  • Created detailed expense reports to facilitate reimbursement for business expenses incurred.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Evaluated and negotiated contracts to procure favorable financial terms.
  • Checked Global vendor payments, commissions and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
  • Collaborated with C-level executives and stakeholders to resolve their queries about new implemented project and service.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.

Assistant Accountant

Adam Accountancy Services LTD
09.2017 - 10.2019
  • Preparing and recording new Purchase and Sales invoices and posting them into SAGE 50
  • Bank Reconciliation and Analysis of Multicurrency accounts
  • Maintain daily cash book
  • Prepare and review VAT returns on quarterly basis
  • Accounting for Fixed Asset and depreciation
  • Assist with Payroll process
  • Month-end processes and reporting based on the client requirement.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
  • Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
  • Collaborated with accounting manager to comply with governing bodies and limit regulatory risks.
  • Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
  • Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
  • Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas, and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
  • Extracted and manipulated data using SAGE 50 Software system.
  • Gained knowledge of accounting principles and standards and general business practices to evaluate financial data and transactions.

General Accountant

M A N Investments LLC (Al Naboodah Group)
02.2014 - 07.2017
  • Produce and maintain daily and monthly bank reconciliation
  • Assisting with finance team to create new LC (Letter of Credit) opening and other Banking correspondence work
  • Prepare, monitor day to day sales and margin report of brand wise sales using into Oracle JD Edward
  • Reviewing all expense reports for accuracy and proper expense disclosure
  • Preparation of monthly Profit & Loss and management account
  • Maintain all documentation filing, Fixed Asset, monthly depreciation and Prepaid Expenses
  • Monitor and ensure the accuracy of payroll information
  • Prepare and monitor the salary budget for each month
  • Responsible for all accounting payable process
  • Ensuring input and timely payment of all vendor invoices.

Accounts Assistant

TAZ Kamar Inn Private Limited
08.2011 - 10.2013
  • Assisted in Preparation of Monthly Management Account
  • Responsible for dealing with day-to-day Cash management and Cheque handling
  • Preparation of daily sales report
  • Preparation of Journal vouchers, Receipt vouchers, and Payment voucher using into Tally
  • Managed and resolved customer queries
  • Preparation of monthly Bank Reconciliation
  • Maintain employee personal files and assisted with preparation of monthly payroll
  • Assisted in maintain Employee ESI & PF attendance under the regulation of India Ministry of Labor
  • Supporting corporate office over phone or e-mail for all the queries related credit Outstanding
  • Perform any other duties or responsibilities assigned by the management.

Education

ACCA
United Kingdom

MBA - Finance & Human Resource

University of Madras
India
04-2011

BBA - Business Administration

Bharathidasan University
India
04-2009

Skills

  • General Ledger Entries
  • Account Reconciliation
  • Management accounting
  • Administrative Support
  • ERP accounting
  • Bank Reconciliation
  • Auditing procedures
  • Accounts Payable and Receivable
  • MS Office Suite
  • Accounting and bookkeeping
  • Audit Support
  • Vendor Relationship Management
  • Invoice Processing
  • Petty cash reconciliation
  • Expense analysis
  • Reviewing purchase orders
  • Payment Processing
  • Microsoft Excel expertise
  • Expense tracking

Accountingsoftwareskills

  • SunSystems ERP
  • Sage
  • Oracle JD Edwards
  • Tally

Diplomacertification

  • Hardware and Networking
  • Tally - Accounting software
  • Diploma in Tourism
  • Environmental Studies

Additionalinformation - Performance

Performance-driven, insightful finance professional with a proven ability to achieve and exceed all individual and collaborative goals in high-pressure environments.

Interests

Sports - Badminton

Arts and crafts

References

Available on request

Languages

English
Advanced (C1)
Tamil
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Important To Me

Career advancementPersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsWork from home optionWork-life balancePaid sick leave

Timeline

Senior Accounts Payable Executive

Lyca Group
11.2019 - Current

Assistant Accountant

Adam Accountancy Services LTD
09.2017 - 10.2019

General Accountant

M A N Investments LLC (Al Naboodah Group)
02.2014 - 07.2017

Accounts Assistant

TAZ Kamar Inn Private Limited
08.2011 - 10.2013

ACCA

MBA - Finance & Human Resource

University of Madras

BBA - Business Administration

Bharathidasan University
Mohamed Bari Senior Accounts Payable Executive