Ateeq Abbasi
Financial Controller & Business Support
Salalah,ZU
Summary
Dynamic financial leader with extensive experience at Grand Tours LLC, enhancing financial reporting accuracy and cash flow management. Proven expertise in budget development and internal controls, fostering team growth through mentorship. Adept at strategic financial planning, ensuring compliance while minimizing tax liabilities. Strong analytical skills drive informed decision-making and operational efficiency.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Financial Controller & Business Support
Grand Tours LLC
12.2025 - Current
- Improved financial reporting accuracy by streamlining processes and implementing efficient financial controls.
- Oversaw all aspects of the month-end close process, ensuring timely completion of accurate financial statements for executive review.
- Planned budgets, authorized expenditures, monitored accounting processes, established service rates and coordinated financial reporting to oversee all fiscal procedures.
- Maintained strong relationships with external auditors, facilitating smooth annual audit processes and addressing any concerns promptly.
- Conducted regular variance analyses between actual results and budget projections to identify trends or issues requiring further investigation or action by management staff.
- Led organizational cash flow and cash flow forecasting initiatives.
- Prepared accurate financial reports and monthly statements for accounts receivable.
- Managed a team of finance professionals, providing guidance, support, and ongoing training to ensure continued growth and development.
- Contributed to the development of long-term strategic plans by providing executive management with accurate financial data and forecasts.
- Enhanced cash flow management with timely accounts receivable monitoring and collections efforts.
- Assisted in the preparation of annual tax filings, ensuring full compliance with local, state, and federal regulations while minimizing tax liabilities where possible.
- Prepared balance sheets, cash flow reports and income statements.
- Supervised accurate, efficient, and compliant completion of monthly financial reporting packages.
- Directed corporate decision-making and planning by monitoring and setting policies and procedures to optimize fiscal performance.
Cluster Financial Controller
Abraj Salalah Travel & Tourism LLC & Arabian Sea Resort
07.2025 - 11.2025
- Collaborated with external auditors during annual audit processes, ensuring timely completion and accurate representation of the company''s financial position.
- Safeguarded company assets by establishing strong internal controls and procedures for accurate financial reporting.
- Restructured debt obligations for optimized capital structure, reducing interest expenses over time.
- Trained finance team members on best practices and new regulations, fostering a culture of continuous professional development within the department.
- Strengthened financial control by implementing rigorous internal audit processes and risk management strategies.
- Developed comprehensive budgets in collaboration with department heads, facilitating better resource allocation decisions.
- Provided strategic financial guidance to senior management, supporting informed decision-making processes across the organization.
- Successfully managed foreign exchange risks by implementing hedging strategies and closely monitoring market developments.
- Improved cost efficiency through meticulous analysis of financial data and identification of areas for potential savings.
- Optimized cash flow management with effective forecasting, budgeting, and reporting systems.
- Coordinated tax planning strategies with experts from relevant jurisdictions to minimize the company''s tax liabilities.
- Managed complex multi-currency transactions, mitigating exchange rate risks and ensuring timely settlements.
- Completed year-end close processes through effective supervision financial functions and regular treasury transactions.
Finance Manager
Wyndham Garden Salalah Mirbat
02.2024 - 06.2025
- Strengthened internal controls through regular audits and adherence to regulatory requirements.
- Trained new and existing staff members in various financial procedures to prepare for job requirements.
- Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
- Negotiated favorable terms with vendors, resulting in significant cost savings for the company.
- Enhanced budget management by implementing expense tracking and cost reduction strategies.
- Monitored budget and revenue trends, compiling reports for company leadership to inform decision-making.
- Developed comprehensive financial reports for executive decision-making support.
- Mentored junior finance staff, fostering professional development and strong team dynamics.
- Improved financial forecasting accuracy, utilizing advanced analytical models.
- Increased financial efficiency by streamlining and automating financial reporting processes.
- Performed banking, business administration and financial tasks to guarantee five-star service for clients.
- Evaluated and negotiated contracts to procure favorable financial terms.
Finance Manager (Pre-Opening)
Dusit Hotel & Suites
07.2022 - 02.2024
- Processed invoices and contacted appropriate parties for timely payment receipt.
- Optimized cash flow with diligent monitoring of accounts receivable and payable.
- Executed vendor setup and payment, administration of bank accounts and account reconciliations.
- Reviewed documentation and identified financial discrepancies where applicable.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams for strategic business planning and growth initiatives.
- Streamlined month-end close process, reducing time spent on manual tasks and improving data accuracy.
- Created organizational structures to improve accounting and finance functions.
- Implemented risk management strategies to protect company assets and minimize losses.
- Conducted comprehensive risk assessments to safeguard assets and ensure regulatory compliance.
Chief Accountant (Pre-Opening)
Wyndham Garden Salalah Mirbat
08.2021 - 06.2022
Chief Accountant
Kairaba Mirbat Resort - Meeting Point Hotels
12.2019 - 08.2021
Financial Accountant
Sheraton Dammam & Convention Center
06.2015 - 11.2019
Senior Accountant & Income Auditor
Coral Al Khobar Hotel
12.2012 - 05.2015
Education
Certified Finance Manager - CFM
Global Association For Quality Management (GAQM)
ProctorU, 3083 Independence Drive, Suite A, Live 04.2001 -
Certification in Accounting - Accounting
YOUVIEW London University
20- 22 Wenlock Road, N1 7GU London – England 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting & Finance) - Accounting & Finance
University of Punjab
Pakistan 04.2001 -
Skills
Financial planning
Timeline
Financial Controller & Business Support
Grand Tours LLC
12.2025 - Current
Cluster Financial Controller
Abraj Salalah Travel & Tourism LLC & Arabian Sea Resort
07.2025 - 11.2025
Finance Manager
Wyndham Garden Salalah Mirbat
02.2024 - 06.2025
Finance Manager (Pre-Opening)
Dusit Hotel & Suites
07.2022 - 02.2024
Chief Accountant (Pre-Opening)
Wyndham Garden Salalah Mirbat
08.2021 - 06.2022
Chief Accountant
Kairaba Mirbat Resort - Meeting Point Hotels
12.2019 - 08.2021
Financial Accountant
Sheraton Dammam & Convention Center
06.2015 - 11.2019
Senior Accountant & Income Auditor
Coral Al Khobar Hotel
12.2012 - 05.2015
Certified Finance Manager - CFM
Global Association For Quality Management (GAQM)
04.2001 -
Certification in Accounting - Accounting
YOUVIEW London University
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting & Finance) - Accounting & Finance
University of Punjab
04.2001 -