Tally ERP
Years of Experience
Shameer Babu
Kerala
Summary
Results-driven Finance, Accounting, and Audit Executive with over 14 years of leadership experience across the
Middle East (Dubai & Qatar). Expertise in strategic financial planning, P&L management, Record-to-Report
(R2R), Procure-to-Pay (P2P), IFRS & US GAAP compliance, corporate tax, VAT, and multi-currency reporting.
Proven track record in optimizing working capital, streamlining internal controls, and leading ERP digital
transformations including SAP S/4HANA (FICO), Infor WMS, and Flotilla ERP. Skilled in cross-functional team
leadership, risk assessment, and statutory audit coordination to drive enterprise growth and fiscal compliance.
Overview
14
14
Work History
Finance Manager
Penguincube FZ LLC
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
01.2025 - Current
- Direct the annual budgeting and financial planning framework, establishing resource allocation strategies
aligned with corporate objectives. - Conduct market trend analysis and financial risk assessments to inform strategic investment decisions and safeguard capital.
- Develop executive financial performance reports and MIS dashboards to facilitate executive decision-making and operational strategy.
- Oversight of the financial control environment, ensuring compliance with corporate governance standards and regulatory mandates.
- Prepared cash flow projections, cost analysis and monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
- Trained new and existing staff members in various financial procedures to prepare for job requirements.
Internal Financial Auditor
Tokyo Freight Services WLL
Doha
2020 - Current
- Demonstrated autonomy by preparing company's monthly financial reports, audit reports, branch reconciliations alongside handling corporate tax and VAT returns.
- Maintained accountability over financial resources, ensuring adherence to budget targets, while also conducting detailed financial audits that uncovered strategies for reducing expenses and improving income.
- Identified areas for improvement in accounting processes and controls.
- Analyzed financial statements and identified discrepancies.
- Presented audit results to management teams, delivering information in non-technical terms for easy understanding.
- Liaised with auditors to complete annual corporate tax and ICV audits, thus maintain compliance with local, state and federal requirements.
Chief Accountant
Tokyo Freight Services WLL
Doha
2018 - 2020
- Maintained precise documentation in Flotilla ERP and Infor WMS for complex financial transactions, guaranteeing accuracy and adherence to regulations.
- Implemented strategic solutions based on analysis of departmental performance, resulting in improved financial operations.
- Provided training and guidance to junior staff members on various aspects of accounting processes.
- Supervised the day-to-day operations of the accounting department including accounts payable and receivable and payroll processing.
- Monitored cash flow activities including forecasting future needs.
- Created detailed financial reports and projections utilizing Excel and PowerPoint, fostering data-driven decision-making and strategic planning.
Senior Accountant
Desk to Desk Courier (DTDC)
Doha
2016 - 2018
- Executed daily cash management tasks pertaining to accounts payable/receivable (AR / AP) tracking, budgeting, payroll transactions, expense management and reconciliations.
- Managed daily closing, reporting and reconciliation functions.
- Cross-trained employees, enabling completion of priority tasks during personnel absences.
- Monitored cash flow, budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis.
- Generated ad hoc reports as requested by executive management team (MIS).
Lead Accountant
Trans Island Freight Services LLC
Dubai
2014 - 2016
- Maintained a comprehensive chart of accounts, facilitating a seamless transition to the ERP platform through importing opening balances.
- Reviewed customer invoices for accuracy before sending out for payment processing.
- Monitored accounts payable activities to ensure timely payments to vendors and suppliers.
- Performed routine reconciliations for cash, card, and bank transactions to ensure that accurate and current financial records were maintained as part of my responsibilities in general accounting.
- Generated detailed reports on expenses and income by analyzing monthly financial data, providing valuable insights to the management team.
Accounts Supervisor
World Wide Web Trading
Dubai
2013 - 2014
- Oversaw billing & collection procedures to maintain a high level of efficiency in (AR) management, resulting in improved cash flow
- Managed vendor relationships, including contract negotiations and payment terms.
- Executed payroll accounting processes, guaranteeing timely and accurate compensation for all employees.
- Created ad hoc reports as requested by management using various software applications such as Excel and Access.
Junior Accountant
Alshop.com
Dubai
2011 - 2012
- Ensured proper documentation and organization of cash and bank transactions, maintaining accuracy and reliability in financial records.
- Maintained and managed accounts receivables and payables, streamlining processes and enhancing overall efficiency of financial operations.
- Performed stock transaction entries, verified inventory records, and reconciled them to actual physical counts, ensuring inventory accuracy and accountability.
- Implemented automated payroll systems to enhance efficiency and reduce manual processing errors, contributing to more reliable payroll management.
Education
Skills
- Typing
- Excel
- Word
- Powerpoint
- Tally
- Quickbooks Online
- Peachtree
- Xero
- Zoho
- Flotilla
- Infor WMS
- Brightpearl
- Asana Task Management
- Miro board
- Fathom Reporting
- Sap S4 Hana
Certification
- UGC NET Qualified in Commerce.
- Holds Valid Qatar & Indian Driving Licenses.
Expertise
- R2R full cycle
- P2P full cycle
- General Ledger Accounting (GL) & Reconciliation.
- Accounts Payable (AP) & Receivable (AR) Management.
- Payroll Accounting.
- Period Closing & Finalization.
- ICV Audit & Corporate Tax & VAT filing.
- MIS Reporting.
- Ratio Analysis.
- Financial Planning & Analysis.
- Cost Controlling & Budgeting
Software
Quickbooks
MS Excel
Flotilla
Infor
Xero
Zohobooks
Asana
Miro
Claude
Fathom
SAP S4 Hana
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Languages
- English - Advanced (Speak, Read & Write)
- Hindi - Upper Intermediate (Speak, Read & Write)
- Tamil - Intermediate (Speak)
- Malayalam - Proficient (Speak, Read & Write)
- Arabic - Intermediate (Read & Write)
Languages
Malayalam
Native language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Hindi
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Arabic
Beginner (A1)
A1
Tamil
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Timeline
Finance Manager
Penguincube FZ LLC
01.2025 - Current
Internal Financial Auditor
Tokyo Freight Services WLL
2020 - Current
Chief Accountant
Tokyo Freight Services WLL
2018 - 2020
Senior Accountant
Desk to Desk Courier (DTDC)
2016 - 2018
Lead Accountant
Trans Island Freight Services LLC
2014 - 2016
Accounts Supervisor
World Wide Web Trading
2013 - 2014
Junior Accountant
Alshop.com
2011 - 2012