Mufeeda Ahmed
Dubai
Summary
I am a seasoned financial expert with over a decade of global experience managing financial planning and administration for internationally funded projects. My expertise spans budgeting, financial forecasting, compliance, and project management, demonstrated by successfully overseeing multimillion-dollar budgets and enhancing productivity across departments. I excel in delivering precise financial analysis, designing innovative reporting systems, and implementing strategies that drive efficiency and transparency. With a proven track record of supporting audits, optimizing resource allocation, and fostering stakeholder engagement, I am dedicated to ensuring the successful execution of complex projects.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Financial & Administration Analyst
United Nations Development Programme - Undp
07.2012 - 12.2023
- Directed the creation of a $25M budget, achieving 95% of targets while collaborating with cross-functional teams to boost departmental productivity by 40%.
- Developed quality assurance processes and annual work plans for over 200 projects.
- Controlled financial exceptions for more than 10,000 transactions, ensuring compliance with budgetary regulations, and automated financial reporting, reducing preparation time by 30%.
- Produced comprehensive stakeholder reports, enhancing transparency and increasing engagement by 30%.
- Supported external and internal auditors by preparing audit reports with detailed findings and actionable recommendations for management.
- Designed and managed detailed financial dashboards and reports for leadership review.
Admin/Finance Associate
United Nations Development Programme - Undp
11.2009 - 06.2012
- Generated regular financial reports, providing insights into budget status and future projections.
- Approved and reconciled over 3,000 transactions, purchase orders, and travel expense invoices.
- Monitored and ensured compliance with financial and administrative policies for project expenditures.
- Supported the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts for ongoing projects.
- Conducted periodic training sessions for staff on financial and administrative procedures to enhance efficiency and accuracy..
Commodity Accountant
CARE International
09.2008 - 01.2009
- Prepared commodity tracking systems for 10 camps, analyzing data on disbursements and receipts across various warehouses.
- Verified closing stock, conducted physical counts, and compiled detailed inventory reports.
- Established and maintained a comprehensive database to track commodity movement, reducing data errors by 25%.
- Coordinated with field staff to ensure timely and accurate delivery of commodities to beneficiaries, improving distribution efficiency.
- Analyzed trends in commodity usage and prepared recommendations to minimize waste and optimize inventory management.
Grants Manager
Developments Alternatives Inc.
01.2006 - 09.2006
- Managed administrative and financial operations for multiple grants while ensuring adherence to organizational policies.
- Developed and monitored pre- and post-award budgets for 150 in-kind grants, providing accurate expenditure forecasts.
- Implemented automated grant management software, reducing processing time by 30% and improving efficiency.
- Coordinated 12 stakeholder meetings to foster community involvement, resulting in the distribution of $800K in community-driven grants.
Marketing Officer
Sudan Shipping Lines
10.2002 - 10.2003
- Collaborated with the marketing division to promote the company’s services.
- Assisted in designing a new marketing strategy, increasing market share by 25%.
- Conducted market research to identify opportunities for expansion and promotion.
- Organized promotional events and campaigns that boosted brand awareness and attracted new clients.
- Developed and maintained relationships with key clients, securing long-term partnerships and increasing repeat business.
- Prepared detailed performance reports and presented insights to senior management to guide strategic decision-making.
Accountant
Islamic Trading Company
09.1996 - 09.1998
- Prepared budgets, analyzed financial statements, and managed cash flow, income, balance, and profit-and-loss accounts.
- Increased company revenue by 15% through proactive financial planning and analysis.
- Collaborated with auditors to prepare detailed audit reports.
Education
MBA -
University of Khartoum
Khartoum01-2002
Bachelor of Science -
University of Khartoum
Khartoum01-1995
Skills
- Microsoft office
- Analytical thinking
- MS Excel
- Time management
- Team collaboration and leadership
- Project management
- Documentation and reporting
- Excel proficiency
- Risk analysis
- Report preparation
- Compliance analysis
- Audit support
- Risk mitigation
- Finance
Certification
Certificate of Appreciation | USAID’s Office of Transition Initiatives – DAI | Sudan | 2008
Languages
Arabic
Native language
English
Advanced
C1
Timeline
Financial & Administration Analyst
United Nations Development Programme - Undp
07.2012 - 12.2023
Admin/Finance Associate
United Nations Development Programme - Undp
11.2009 - 06.2012
Commodity Accountant
CARE International
09.2008 - 01.2009
Grants Manager
Developments Alternatives Inc.
01.2006 - 09.2006
Marketing Officer
Sudan Shipping Lines
10.2002 - 10.2003
Accountant
Islamic Trading Company
09.1996 - 09.1998
Certificate of Appreciation | USAID’s Office of Transition Initiatives – DAI | Sudan | 2008
MBA -
University of Khartoum
Bachelor of Science -
University of Khartoum
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