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Summary
I have been building and acquiring professional business skills for the past 11 years in finance field and other
areas (Financial analysis, General accounting, Internal and external audit, Financial reporting, processes
improvements, people management, migrations, consulting, and Taxation).
With a diversified range of Industries and Sectors during audit time (Energy, O&G, Telecom, Engineering,
Construction, Military Services, Shipping, and Education), I have worked for companies such as Parsons
Corporation, Hyundai, ABB Group, Halliburton, Siemens Westinghouse Services, Orange, and Ernst and
Young.
Impressive international experience, I have worked in various parts of the world (Egypt, Kuwait, Malaysia,
Algeria, and Tunisia) and also participated in projects in several countries such as India, US, France, UAE,
Qatar and Saudi.
Deep knowledge of risk control tools and processes. Process mapping and reviews, SOX requirements,
Tendering, Risk assessments, Contract reviews.
Experience
Drilling Group Financial Controller at Schlumberger
October 2015 - Present (11 months)
- Responsible for the overall financial management and profitability and monitoring the working capital
within the drilling group.
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- Complete/review monthly financial review/reporting, monitors results versus objectives, highlight
underlying reason for variances and suggest corrective actions wherever needed
- Prepare all financial forecasts and ensure that the objectives are challenging but realistic relative to overall
market expectations and available resources.
- Highlight trends on cost inflation and identifies opportunities to save/reduce discretionary spending.
- Review and examine the financial impact of new and existing investment opportunities with a view to
maximizing the company's return on investment (ROI).
- Review all major tenders (risks and opportunities), contractual terms and evaluate impact on profitability
associated with pricing in bids.
- Assess customer's credit limits, identify at risk receivables and follow up with to ensure collectability.
- Analyze utilization ratios (both in tools and people) with view to highlighting inefficient areas and
opportunities to maximize value of resources.
- Train line managers to interpret and comprehend financial statements and principles, and coach them
regarding key business drivers.
- Recruit, train and mentor accountants to ensure full compliance with SLB financial procedures.
- Ensures that all financial transactions are recorded in compliance with the SLB policies and procedures and
the business is conducted in compliance with the local laws.
- Ensure adherence to corporate ethical policies and internal controls. Organize periodic audits internally and
assist in external audits.
- Understands, reviews and implements Sarbane Oxley requirements.
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- Lead PWC quarterly audit within Schlumberger for full MEA area to make sure all audit issues are closed
on a timely manner & no unexpected exposures reported.
- Managing worldwide Capital Expenditure reports (worldwide) and assuring related reports are sent inline
with agreed deadlines.
- Organize team building activities and events to build up positive team spirit and improve team work.
- Perform all employees quarterly and yearly performance reviews and appraisals.
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- Conduct financial training for field engineers and managers.
- Understands, reviews, implements and complies with Sarbanes Oxley requirements as defined in the risk
control matrix.
- Subsystem control including client receivables collections, fixed assets, payroll and inventory.
- Provide assurance about the accuracy of information contained in financial reports and their compliance
with statutory requirements.
- Provide financial and taxation advice on business structures, plans and operations
- Evaluate currency exposure.
- Complies with applicable company policies, including Personnel, Quality System and Health, Safety and
Environment standards and procedures.
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Skills & Expertise
Financial Analysis
Internal Controls
Auditing
Forecasting
Finance
Account Reconciliation
Payroll
Accounting
Accounts Payable
Analysis
Management
Sarbanes-Oxley Act
Financial Reporting
US GAAP
Fixed Assets
Education
Cairo University
Bachelor's Degree, Commerce - Accounting, 1998 - 2004
Languages
English (Full professional proficiency)
Arabic (Native or bilingual proficiency)
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Ahmed Zaki
Drilling Group Financial Controller at Schlumberger
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