Ahmad Awad

Experience

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  AlReaaya

  Oct 2012 - Feb 2021

  Senior Accountant

  - Prepare and maintain accurate financial records for all NGO activities.- Ensure all financial transactions are properly recorded in the accounting system.- Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.- Manage cash flow for smooth operation of projects.- Ensure timely payment of salaries, vendor invoices, and field expenditures.- Reconcile bank accounts, petty cash, and donor funds regularly.- Prepare donor-specific financial reports (e.g., for UN, USAID, Islamic Relief, Qatar Charity).- Develop and monitor program and organizational budgets.- Support program teams in preparing grant/project budgets. - Monitor fund disbursements and ensure spending aligns with donor conditions.- Ensure proper fund allocation across projects (orphans, education, food aid, etc.).- Ensure adherence to local laws, donor regulations, and internal financial policies.- Maintain strong internal controls to prevent fraud and misuse of funds.- Work closely with program teams, HR, procurement, and HQ finance.- Provide training and support to project officers on financial procedures.- Liaise with external auditors, banks, and regulatory authorities as needed. Show less

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  Kaadan Center

  Sept 2014 - Feb 2019

  Accountant
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  Hariri Company

  Mar 2019 - Aug 2021

  Senior Accountant
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  The National Institution of Social Care and Vocational Training

  Mar 2021 - Aug 2021

  Manager

  - Develop and implement strategic plans aligned with the NGO’s mission.- Design, manage, and evaluate projects and programs.- Ensure timely delivery and quality of activities.- Coordinate with program officers and field staff.- Recruit, train, and supervise staff and volunteers.- Set clear roles, responsibilities, and performance goals.- Ensure proper use of funds and donor money.- Work closely with the finance/accounting team to manage expenditures and financial reporting.- Build relationships with donors, sponsors, and funding agencies.- Set up monitoring tools and evaluation frameworks.- Represent the NGO in meetings, conferences, and with the media.- Build and maintain partnerships with stakeholders, including government agencies and other NGOs.- Identify risks and implement risk mitigation strategies. Show less

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  Newrest

  Aug 2023 - now

  Accountant

  - Supervising, directs, and reviewing the work of the accounting staff (cash reconciliations, trust account statement reconciliations, check runs, accounts receivable transactions, fixed asset activities - CAPEX, payroll, Tax preparation, accounts payable transactions, debt activity, recording of revenue and expenses, etc.)- Supporting the development and updating of financial policies, procedures and standards, including keeping abreast of new financial and tax laws in accordance to legal requirements and the best financial practices, and ensure that all staff are well informed in their use.- Cash management (including placement/movement of funds in various trusts).- Maintaining organized set of detailed records and files to document financial transactions Show less