Ahmed Mahdy

Ahmed Mahdy

ACCOUNTING MANAGER

KSA, UAE.https://linkedin.com/in/ahmed-bary-mahdy/

Profile summary

Experienced Financial Controller with 17+ years of success managing multi-entity accounting operations, regulatory compliance, tax filings, and audit coordination across the Middle East. Skilled in IFRS, SOCPA, and GAAP standards with a strong command of ERP systems (Oracle, SAP, Microsoft Dynamics, QuickBooks). Proven track record in financial consolidation, cash flow optimization, budget forecasting, and developing internal controls for fast-growth digital organizations. Bilingual communicator with strong leadership presence and ability to deliver financial insight for decision-making and strategic expansion.

Key skills

Skills
Multi-Entity ConsolidationIFRSGAAPFinancial ReportingTax ComplianceGeneral LedgerTrial BalanceRevenue RecognitionAudit SupportORACLESAPMicrosoft DynamicsQuickBooksBudgeting & ForecastingCash Flow AnalysisVariance ReportingAccounts Payable & ReceivableInternal ControlsRegulatory FilingsBank & Auditor RelationsERP AdministrationExcel (Advanced)Power BIFinancial Statement PreparationAudit DocumentationFinancial Policy DevelopmentExternal Audit LiaisonCross-Functional CollaborationTeam OversightStakeholder EngagementData Analytics (SQL, Python)Process Automation (RPA)Cybersecurity Awareness for FinanceChange ManagementStrategic Financial Planning

Professional experience

Financial Controller - MESA RegionJun 2024 - Feb 2025
Egis Group | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Oversaw financial strategy, multi-country reporting, and tax alignment for regional infrastructure programs.

  • Directed full financial statement preparation and budget forecasting across multiple legal entities
  • Maintained GL integrity, performed consolidation, and liaised with auditors and local tax authorities
  • Partnered with banking institutions to manage working capital, funding, and treasury operations
  • Improved compliance tracking and reporting through ERP system enhancements
Chief AccountantFeb 2018 - May 2024
Egis Group | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Directed all accounting functions and supervised core finance staff in a complex operating environment.

  • Managed monthly closings, revenue recognition, and statutory filings in line with IFRS and SOCPA
  • Liaised with external auditors for regulatory audits, ZATCA inspections, and tax submissions
  • Reviewed and improved financial control policies, implemented system-based checks across departments
  • Oversaw budgeting, cost control, and reporting consolidation for executive decision support
Senior AccountantApr 2013 - Jan 2018
Projacs International by Egis Group | Doha, Qatar

Handled financial consolidation, tax reporting, and regulatory compliance across high-growth projects.

  • Produced multi-entity GL statements and year-end closings
  • Ensured accuracy of financial records and conducted intercompany reconciliations
  • Provided key reporting insights for mergers and expansion initiatives
AccountantApr 2008 - Mar 2013
Qatar Arab Contractors | Doha, Qatar

Responsible for daily ledger updates, audit documentation, and payroll/tax compliance.

  • Managed financial documentation for large project budgets and staff payments
  • Supported fixed asset tracking and implemented standardized data entry procedures
  • Reviewed journal entries and ensured compliance with audit requirements.

Education

Bachelor's Degree, Finance and Accounting
Cairo University

Certifications

Certified Management Accountant (CMA) Candidate, IMAIMA
McKinsey.org Forward ProgramMcKinsey.org
Data Modeling in Power BICoursera
Extract, Transform, and Load Data in Power BICoursera
Harnessing the Power of Data with Power BICoursera
Preparing Data for Analysis with Microsoft ExcelCoursera
Power Query Power-UpCFI
Data Analysis with Excel Pivot Tables365 Data Science
Introduction to Data and Data Science365 Data Science
Advanced Microsoft Excel365 Data Science
Business Data Analysis Using Excelalmentor
Professional Business Writingalmentor