Sondos Abu Azzam
Lisbon
Summary
A finance professional with a passion for financial control and risk management, currently pursuing a master’s degree in risk analysis and management. I am dedicated to leveraging my expertise in finance, strong analytical skills, and emotional intelligence to drive positive organizational impact while ensuring financial success. With a proven track record in identifying areas for improvement and implementing efficient solutions, I excel in fostering strong client relationships and delivering consistent, impactful results in demanding environments
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
UAE Credit Controller
Eversheds Sutherland International LLP
Amman, Jordan (Remote for UAE Offices)
05.2020 - 08.2024
- Established strong relationships with high-profile clients, resolving countless queries, directly contributing to improved client satisfaction
- Successfully managed the preparation and analysis of monthly debt reviews, identifying areas of risk and implementing corrective actions, resulting in a 75% reduction in bad debt
- Consistently exceeded monthly cash targets by 20-80% through revised management of the credit control workflow
Accountant
Awraq Investments
Amman, Jordan
08.2018 - 09.2019
- Efficiently handled overall financial reporting which contributed to an increased accuracy rate of 20% in financial transactions
- Developed quarterly financial reports in compliance with Central Bank regulations
- Reviewed and reconciled ledgers to maintain integrity of financial data, ensuring improved accuracy
Managerial Accounting (Controlling) Intern
Knorr-Bremse GmbH
Munich, Germany
11.2017 - 05.2018
- Prepared concise monthly profitability analyzes by product group, aiding in strategic pricing decisions
- Conducted monthly P&L evaluations for sales channels across various locations, enhancing regional sales strategy
- Prepared month-end comparative business review to assist board of directors in strategic decision making
External Auditing Intern
KPMG
Amman, Jordan
12.2016 - 02.2017
- Audited and tested internal processes at client premises
- Examined financial statements accuracy in annual reports for several clients and provided overall assistance to the auditing team
Education
Master of Science - Statistics and Information Management with a Specialization in Risk Analysis and Management
Nova Information Management School
09/2024 -
Bachelor of Science - International Accounting
German Jordanian University
Madaba, Jordan 08/2013 - 05/2018
Exchange Semester - International Business Studies
Fachhochschule Bielefeld
Bielefeld, Germany 03/2017 - 07/2017
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- SAP ERP
- BI-Reporting
- Anti-Money Laundering
Languages
Arabic
Native
English
Fluent
German
Intermediate
Timeline
UAE Credit Controller
Eversheds Sutherland International LLP
05.2020 - 08.2024
Accountant
Awraq Investments
08.2018 - 09.2019
Managerial Accounting (Controlling) Intern
Knorr-Bremse GmbH
11.2017 - 05.2018
External Auditing Intern
KPMG
12.2016 - 02.2017
Master of Science - Statistics and Information Management with a Specialization in Risk Analysis and Management
Nova Information Management School
09/2024 -
Bachelor of Science - International Accounting
German Jordanian University
08/2013 - 05/2018
Exchange Semester - International Business Studies
Fachhochschule Bielefeld
03/2017 - 07/2017
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