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FARAS SAYAL

FARAS SAYAL

Sharjah

Summary

With over 8 years of experience in finance and administration, I have consistently demonstrated my ability to build and maintain strong client relationships, achieve and surpass revenue targets, and create a positive office environment. My core administrative support has ensured that organizations adapt efficiently to industry changes, maintaining flexibility and relevance. I excel in liaising with clients, negotiating payment plans, resolving invoicing issues, and tracking campaign deliverables, contributing to the overall success and growth of the company.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Administrative Manager & Accounts Officer

TBREAK MEDIA
01.2014 - Current
  • Client Liaison and Account Management: Successfully negotiated payment plans, managed invoicing, prepared quotations, performed account reconciliations, and maintained payment schedules to ensure smooth operations.
  • Accounts Payable & Receivable Management: Maintained comprehensive accounts receivable files and records, ensuring a steady cash flow into the company.
  • Issue Resolution: Expertly identified and resolved invoicing issues, accounting discrepancies, and other financial-related problems.
  • Campaign Tracking and Reporting: Efficiently tracked campaign deliverables and created detailed reports for clients, facilitating timely payment scheduling.
  • Payment Terms Negotiation: Negotiated payment terms with clients based on campaign flight dates, enhancing revenue goal achievement.
  • Accounting Support: Provided robust accounting support to ensure compliance with VAT regulations.
  • Payroll Management: Managed timely payroll deployment for full-time and freelance employees through the Wage Protection System (WPS), in compliance with Ministry of Labor laws.
  • Administrative Management: Planned, coordinated, and managed all administrative procedures and systems.
  • Cost Monitoring and Budget Planning: Assisted in monitoring costs and expenses, contributing to quarterly and annual company budget planning.
  • Employee and Company Administration: Handled employee reimbursements, medical insurance, visa procedures, and company licensing renewals.
  • Inventory Control: Managing and overseeing the inventory levels of the company, preparing annual expenditure estimates, maintaining budgets, and ensuring accurate inventory records.

Junior Processor

Mashreq Bank
05.2009 - 07.2012

POS Terminal Management and Support:

  • Provided merchants with fully programmed POS terminals.
  • Supported the sales team by updating POS terminals according to merchant requirements.
  • Liaised with merchants on daily and monthly settlement advices regarding due payments.
  • Managed records of tampered and operational POS terminals for stock and retention requirements.

Education

BBA - International Business

American Heritage University - Dubai
07.2012

Skills

  • Payroll Management (WPS Compliance)
  • Visa & Work Permit Processing
  • Labor Law Compliance (Ministry of Labor regulations)
  • Medical Insurance Administration
  • Employee Reimbursement Management
  • Accounting Software (Xero, Zoho books)
  • Invoicing & Payment Resolution
  • Relationship Building & Management
  • Vendor & Client Relations
  • Problem Solving
  • Human Resources Knowledge
  • Communication Skills
  • Cash Flow Management
  • VAT Compliance

Accomplishments

  • Took charge of all the behind-the-scenes administrative work for IGN Convention events in the UAE, Oman, Bahrain, and KSA. I made sure everything ran smoothly, from organizing logistics to collecting and managing important data, helping the events be a great success for the company.
  • Proudly represented our company at GITEX by showcasing the Oculus Rift Gaming VR headset. This hands-on experience with cutting-edge technology boosted our visibility and put us at the forefront of innovation in the industry.
  • Recognized for exceptional performance during a critical server failure, successfully orchestrating the replacement of 200 faulty POS terminals within a tight timeframe, earning commendation from the department manager.


Personal Information

Title: Finance and Administration Manager

References

  • Abbas Jaffar Ali, Director, Tbreak Media, 0558401972
  • Mufaddal Fakhruddin, Senior Editor, Tbreak Media, 0559986352
  • Sajid Abdul Malik, Senior Relationship Officer, Mashreq Bank, 0505394292

Timeline

Administrative Manager & Accounts Officer

TBREAK MEDIA
01.2014 - Current

Junior Processor

Mashreq Bank
05.2009 - 07.2012

BBA - International Business

American Heritage University - Dubai
FARAS SAYAL