Mohamed Farah G.

Experience

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  International Commercial Bank (Djibouti) SA

  Jan 2012 - Jun 2012

  Customer Service Executive

  • Applied customer relationship management to increase customer satisfaction and built trust and loyalty.• Reduced lead time on processing and resolving customer queries and issues, employed digital means to save time and deliver result. • Supported management in developing policies and strategies aimed to attract potential clients.

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  UNIVERSITE DE DJIBOUTI

  Oct 2014 - Feb 2017

  Visiting Faculty Member

  • Financial accounting• Cost accounting

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  Port of Djibouti S.A.

  Dec 2014 - Jul 2018

  Financial Reporting Supervisor

  • Overseeing monthly closing processes and accuracy of financial data.• Responsible of monthly management reports, providing financial analysis, KPIs, variance analysis and other information on company performance and financial trends.• Implemented a strategic cost optimization plan to drive spending and cost reduction, achieved 20% reduction on year-to-year basis.

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  Port of Djibouti

  Sept 2018 - Feb 2021

  Financial Controller and Head of Reporting

  - Created financial models and Excel spreadsheets to improve accounting accuracy and efficiency, aiding decision-making. Assisted the CFO in submitting financial statements timely, following IFRS and GAAP standards.- Provided monthly financial insights, assessed performance against KPIs, and categorized costs by business units. Guided budget owners on zero-based budgeting, achieving a 20% annual cost reduction, aiding debt repayment and refinancing of port assets.- Managed OPEX and CAPEX with the procurement department, ensuring strict adherence to the corporate financial and procurement rules. This improved the company's reputation, attracting top international suppliers and enhancing quality.- Ensured accuracy, integrity, and compliance of financial information. Show less

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  World Food Programme

  Feb 2021 - Sept 2024

  Finance Officer

  - Ensured IPSAS compliance and optimized resource use, provided monthly financial insights, ensuring timely financial reporting and alignment with goals.- Equipped the finance team with advanced tools for better risk management and data-driven culture to facilitate decision making.- Implemented cross-disciplinary training in financial technologies, improving reporting accuracy. Conducted IPSAS sessions for timely revenue and expenditure recognition. Trained managers on ERP systems like WINGS and GSMT, enhancing data monitoring and deviation anticipation.- Implemented audit recommendations on time, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation, earning commendation. Regularly revised the risk register, fostering accountability and transparency, achieving zero financial losses.- Played a significant role in the successful implementation of the UN Business Operation Strategy in Djibouti and led UN Finance group for two years. Show less

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  UNDP

  Aug 2024 - now

  Operations Specialist

  • Ensure efficient operations management and Internal Control Framework (ICF) compliance• Ensure effective financial management, common services and resources managements • Ensure efficient procurement and travel management and logistical support• Support Human Resources management, logistics, and knowledge sharing