Ahmad Kassab CMA®

Assistant Finance Manager

Modern Paint & Chemical Industries (Dulux Paints)- Hammoudeh Group

Amman

03.2012 - Current

Preparing annual budgets and final financial statements with accuracy and professionalism to ensure the achievement of financial and operational goals.
Developing annual business plans and analyzing variances between actual and planned performance to provide actionable recommendations to senior management.
Preparing quarterly cash flow statements to ensure liquidity and support informed financial decision-making.
Analyzing actual costs of projects and manufactured goods and measuring deviations from estimated costs to support pricing and production decisions.
Preparing and reviewing monthly and annual tax reports, and coordinating with the Income and Sales Tax Department to ensure full compliance.
Managing accounts payable and receivable, and providing detailed reports including aging analysis and risk assessment.
Monitoring bank accounts, including credit facilities and loans, and performing accurate monthly reconciliations.
Preparing bank transfers, opening letters of credit, and managing bank guarantees in accordance with financial policies.
Preparing payroll schedules and transferring employee salaries electronically through approved banking systems.
Acting as the company’s official representative before government authorities such as the Income and Sales Tax Department and Customs.
Overseeing import and export operations and following up on customs clearance for raw materials and finished goods.
Applying advanced CMA concepts in financial analysis, including variance analysis, break-even analysis, and contribution margin analysis.
Supporting strategic decision-making by preparing feasibility studies, financial forecasts, and scenario modeling.
Collaborating with department heads to align operational budgets with the company's strategic objectives.
Contributing to the development of financial policies and internal controls to ensure compliance, reduce risk, and enhance transparency.