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Ahmad Hassim

Finance ,Management , Admin, Sales ,Stock Controller
Vereeniging Gauteng,GP

Summary

Proficient Chief Financial Officer knowledgeable about financial leadership and operational needs. Resourceful and tech-savvy decision-maker with a deep understanding of market conditions. Industrious Chief Financial Officer versed in compliance, documentation, reporting and auditing. Demonstrated success in streamlining operations and increasing efficiency. Prepared to leverage 5 years of experience to support operations in new role at SIGMAPOINT (PTY) LTD and Yusfah Exotic Cars (Pty) Ltd. Talented Chief Financial Officer enthusiastic about developing policies, procedures and both short- and long-range objectives for Yusfah Exotic Cars & Sigmapoint (Pty) Ltd companies. Forward-thinking Senior Executive with proven record of accomplishment in Yusfah Holdings (Pty) Ltd during 2-year career. Driven and ambitious change manager dedicated to continuous business improvement focused on enhancing revenue and streamlining business operations. Diligent in driving profit maximization through multifaced business approaches.

Results-oriented executive with demonstrated record of accomplishment in streamlining operations, increasing profits and maximizing market penetration. Decisive leader promoting operational improvements, market expansion and positive corporate culture as keys to success.

Experienced (Finance Manager) with over 14 years of experience in multiple industries. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction.

Being in Finance with over 14 years of successful experience in attending multiple Management Courses. Recognized consistently for performance excellence and contributions to success in multiple industries. Strengths in Managements and Finanace including Customer relations backed by training.

Experienced 14years of experience in Multiple companies i have worked in.

Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction. Enthusiastic (Finance) eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of implementing and carrying out dutiful tasks. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in any industry.

Dedicated executive with progressive career in (Multiple Industries). Visionary leader with proven track record of driving organizational turnaround and change management. Forward-thinking and proactive with achievements across sales, marketing, advertising and executive management.

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Work History

CFO

Sigmapoint (Pty) Ltd
Gauteng, Vereeniging
08.2019 - 02.2021
  • Oversaw deployment of strategic business plans to accomplish accounting, compliance and revenue targets.
  • Devised successful benchmarks and performance optimization strategies to enhance company objectives.
  • Analyzed operational issues and implemented corrective action plans to improve profitability and efficiency.
  • Oversaw all production, pricing, sales and distribution activities.
  • Worked closely with audit team to prepare accounts and documentation as well as conduct audits according to all regulatory requirements.
  • Set and monitored effective financial policies.
  • Assessed company resources and made adjustments to keep operations efficient and cost-effective.
  • Oversaw all financial operations company-wide, including budgets, payroll and accounts payable and receivable.
  • Created, planned and implemented policies and procedures to increase productivity and maximize return on investments.
  • Completed in-depth analyses of risks to control company profile, enhance systems and track legal concerns.
  • Negotiated and approved all supplier, distributor and state and federal agency contracts and agreements.
  • Developed future financial plans to support company objectives.

Managing Director

Yusfah Exotic Cars
Vereeniging , Gauteng ,South Africa
04.2010 - 12.2017
  • Aligned department vision, goals and objectives with company strategy to achieve consistently high results.
  • Drove strategic improvements to enhance operational and organizational efficiencies.
  • Spearheaded successful business development initiatives aligned with company's strategy and core competencies.
  • Applied performance data to evaluate and improve operations, target current business conditions and forecast needs.
  • Managed daily operations of organization, orchestrating forward-thinking strategies to accomplish profit and expansion goals.
  • Communicated with staff, patients and healthcare providers to encourage highest quality of service.
  • Provided documentation of all processes to comply with regulations and company policies.
  • Monitored office workflow and administrative processes to keep operations running smoothly.
  • Supervised day-to-day operations.
  • Evaluated suppliers by assessing quality, timeliness and compliance of deliveries to maintain tight cost controls and maximize business operational efficiency.
  • Devised, deployed and monitored processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels.
  • Set, enforced and optimized internal policies to maintain efficiency and responsiveness to demands.
  • Strategically managed resources, milestones and budgets, savings in expenses per annum.
  • Collected confidential financial information from clients to construct comprehensive financial plans.
  • Monitored sales forecasts and projected financial planning for organization to achieve revenue goals.
  • Met Weekly Managers and provided staff support to attain organizational goals.
  • Company specialised in all Exotics an lower end vehicles.Wholesale and Retail.
  • Economic challenges company had to sell out and cover Expenses and debt.

CEO

Yusfah Holdings (Pty) Ltd
RANDFONTEIN , WEST RAND, GAUTENG , SOUTH AFRICA
06.2013 - 12.2015
  • Coached and guided senior managers to improve effectiveness and policy enforcement, resulting in improved employee job satisfaction and higher performance levels.
  • Met dynamic needs by keeping internal systems scalable and highly responsive.
  • Initiated aggressive hiring push and training of industry-renowned candidates as department managers to drive organizational improvements.
  • Monitored use of best practices at all levels and implemented corrective actions to bring employees into compliance.
  • Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships, including negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
  • Devised new promotional approaches to boost customer numbers and market penetration while enhancing engagement and driving growth.
  • Oversaw large-scale staff recruitment and development initiatives to keep workforce skilled and effective.
  • Worked with department heads to stay current on needs and offer high-level support for day-to-day operations.
  • Identified and capitalized on short- and long-term revenue generation opportunities to maximize bottom-line profitability.
  • Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive and performance-oriented business culture to lead industry in innovation and push progress.
  • Negotiated terms of business acquisitions to increase business base, solidify market presence and diversify offerings.
  • Built productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives.
  • Importers of Industrial & Residential Garage doors ,Flooring and Turf, as Director of company
  • Due to economic challenges and supplier not keeping to professionalism lost the contracts and sales dropped.

Finance Manager

Plaza Board Centre
Gauteng , Vereeniging, South Africa
2004.05 - 2013.02
  • Improved overall financial reporting by streamlining control processes and reporting structures.
  • Protected company assets with strategic risk management approaches.
  • Developed forecasting tools to analyze revenue variance, business pipeline and industry trends.
  • Identified improvement changes regarding key processes for internal controls and accounting procedures.
  • Reduced process discrepancies 100% by accurately maintaining performance reporting data systems.
  • Executed core financial processes, including vendor setup and payment, operational expenses, administration of bank accounts and account reconciliations.
  • Managed tracking of Multiple branches and headquarters expenses. Headquarters based in vereeniging
  • Resubmitted overdue invoices and contacted debtors to determine when payments would be received.
  • Supported Management with special projects and additional job duties.
  • Trained new and existing staff members in various financial procedures to help each prepare for job requirements.
  • Performed banking, business administration and financial tasks to guarantee five-star service for clients.
  • Maintained agile, responsible organization with sustained revenue growth by monitoring industry forecasts, honing budgets and adjusting marketing strategies.
  • Consulted with representatives of regulatory agencies to complete accurate filings and uphold strict compliance.
  • Prepared cash flow projections, cost analysis and monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
  • Developed strategic plans for day-to-day financial operations.
  • Decreased monthly expenditures by [Number]% through effectively reviewing documents and identifying problem areas.
  • Complied with established internal controls and policies.
  • Monitored budget, revenue and variance trends for Group branches, regularly apprising CEO of company's financial standing.
  • Working close with Director ( Signing of payments second signatory ,Final Release of Efts ,handling all petty cash ,paying rates & taxes for company.
  • Opening and closing the store and admin block.
  • Contact (016-455-1285/083-799-8442/082-573-7771) Nazeer Dadabhay /Yusuf Dadabhay

Education

No Degree - Business Economics ,Accounting ,Maths , English

Roshnee Islamic School
Vereeniging Roshnee
01.2001 - 12.2001

Skills

Accounting principles

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Additional Information

> My 1st employment was at Plaza Board Centre based in vereeniging (Head office) , i began working as a basic junior administration clerk of which i was reporting directly to the Managing Director .

> Being under the Financial Management Accounts department for several years i have worked myself up in achieving the Financial Manager 'Position', being timeously learning and experiencing the field. I have also learnt the 'Imports' engaging with the banks to ths costing on delivery.(LC/TT) Attending multiple short courses in computer software (Syspro/Pastel/Omni) of the company and attending (Dale Carnegie Course ) which was the most inspirational of all.

> I left Plaza Board Centre and started my own companies.(1)Yusfah Exotic Cars (Pty) Ltd & (2)Yusfah Holdings (Pty) Ltd

- I was the Managing CEO for both companies with the 1st Company being Yusfah Exotic Cars (Pty) Ltd being a total of 5 staff being in wholesale all exotic vehicles and then branched of in Retail totalling staff to 8 down scaling to Budget end cars based in vereeniging . The business then took a dip in the ocean with business economic challenges and experiencing financial challenges business had to close down in the year 2017.

> Second company (2) Yusfah Holdings (Pty ) Ltd we specialized in Flooring , Garage doors Industrial & Residential , Sports Ground Turf. Totalling staff to 6 including myself based in Randfontein (West Rand). Travelling out of country an importing goods for customers demands.Due to unforeseen circumstances i had to close down the business .Being THE LEADER of the organization i emprovised in getting the staff alternate jobs.

> In the period of end 2017 to 2018 i have been as a consultant liason for Crusaders Arms & Ammunition (Ensemble Trading 2053cc) based in vaal Vereeniging , company pursues in Government Tenders.

> Being in both fields of the companies and with experience a new BEE Company engaged me , and started employment in 2019 to March2021 based in Menlyn Pretoria offices and in vereeniging vaal.

- Sigmapoint (Pty) Ltd my position being CFO (Chief Financial Officer) fulfilled all duties and responsibilities and added value in the field as the company specializes in Insurance ,Medical PPE Equipment Import & Export.

Software

MS Word ,Excel ,Outlook, One Note,Analytics ,Powerpoint , Spreadsheets ,Google Drive,Adobe , Presentation/Slideshows Tools, Email (Mail merge,filters folders) Syspro,Pastel,Omnia

Interests

Cars,Kick Boxing ,Outdoor Adventures , Reading ,Always ready to take on a challenge

Timeline

CFO

Sigmapoint (Pty) Ltd
08.2019 - 02.2021

CEO

Yusfah Holdings (Pty) Ltd
06.2013 - 12.2015

Managing Director

Yusfah Exotic Cars
04.2010 - 12.2017

Finance Manager

Plaza Board Centre
2004.05 - 2013.02

No Degree - Business Economics ,Accounting ,Maths , English

Roshnee Islamic School
01.2001 - 12.2001
Ahmad HassimFinance ,Management , Admin, Sales ,Stock Controller