Saqib Javaid

Fianance Manager

National Network Communications • Full time

Jan 2023 - Present • 3 yrs 4 mos

• Lead end-to-end finance operations including IFRS-compliant financial reporting, month-end and year-end closing, and management reporting • Drive FP&A activities including budgeting, rolling forecasts, variance analysis, and financial modelling to support strategic decisions • Partner with senior management to provide financial insights, cost optimization strategies, and performance analysis • Manage project financials including budgeting, cost tracking, WIP reporting, and cost-to-complete (CTC) analysis • Oversee contract assets and liabilities in compliance with IFRS 15 • Lead treasury function including cash flow forecasting, liquidity planning, and banking relationships • Ensure compliance with UAE VAT, Corporate Tax, and regulatory requirements • Manage AP/AR functions, improving collections and optimizing working capital • Coordinate internal and external audits ensuring compliance and audit readiness • Lead, mentor, and develop a finance team of 5 members • Implement internal controls, SOPs, and process improvements to enhance efficiency • Lead bank negotiations, credit facilities, bid bonds, and financial guarantees KEY ACHIEVEMENTS AND IMPACT • Automated 25 % of accounting operations through workflow optimization. • Reduced accounts receivable aging by 20 % through enhanced credit control. • Improved cost efficiency by strengthening internal controls and optimizing expense management. • Improved profitability through cost control and margin analysis across projects • Managed monthly cash flows of approximately AED 25 million