Moataz Ibrahim
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Experience Overview
Moataz Ibrahim is an Executive Chief Financial Officer with over 19 years of experience in accounting, financial management, and financial analysis across multiple sectors within both local and international environments, including hands-on experience in the Saudi market. He demonstrates strong capability in leading finance departments, building financial systems, and implementing best practices in governance and internal control in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).He currently holds the position of Accounting Advisory Manager at CLA Saudi Arabia, where he has led the implementation of the Odoo ERP system and the restructuring of financial operations. He oversees outsourced accounting services, the preparation and review of financial statements, and supports senior management and partners through executive reporting and financial analysis.
Experience in Sectors
- Professional Services and Audit Firms
- Contracting and Projects
- Manufacturing and Heavy Industries
- Food, Beverages, and Hospitality
- Logistics Services
- Real Estate and Hotels.
- Diversified / Multi-Activity Companies
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Education and Professional Certifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting – Cairo University
- Advanced expertise in IFRS
- Practical experience in Odoo ERP and SAP Business One
- Financial reporting and analysis using Excel and Power BIKey skills
- Establishing and leading finance departments, and developing organizational and financial structures..
- Developing financial policies and procedures and strengthening internal controls..
- Providing financial advisory to senior management and supporting strategic decision-making.
- Preparing and reviewing monthly and annual financial statements.
- Developing and analyzing actual performance compared to budgets and forecasts.
- Overseeing the implementation of accounting standards and regulatory compliance requirements.
- Preparing operating and capital budgets and monitoring variances.
- Conducting cost analysis and improving profitability.
- Implementing costing systems, including the Standard Cost System.
- Developing working capital strategies.
- Managing cash flow and improving liquidity efficiency.
- Preparing breakeven models to support expansion decisions.
- Preparing analytical reports and management dashboards for senior leadership.
- Utilizing Excel and Power BI tools to support analysis and decision-making.
- Overseeing ERP systems and enhancing integration between financial and operational processes.
