Rabih Tayba

• Managing a portfolio of 5 entities with more 1300 Employees and 20 Expats.

Reload Logistics & Trading Ltd (freight Forwarding & Warehousing)

Alliance Stream Limited (Cross Border Transport)

Barthsam Freight Services ( Clearing & Forwarding)

Leopard Risk Management ( Security & Escorts )

Solena Enterprises (real estate)

• Managed budgeting processes to ensure financial compliance and accuracy.
• Developed financial reports for senior management to aid decision-making.
• Monitored cash flow and implemented strategies for effective fund management.
• Collaborated with operations teams to align financial goals with operational plans.
• Led audits and ensured adherence to local financial regulations and standards.
• Coordinated with external stakeholders to enhance financial reporting systems.
• Trained finance staff on best practices in financial analysis and forecasting.
• Analyzed market trends to inform strategic financial planning initiatives.
• Reconciled bank accounts on a regular basis.
• Prepared monthly financial statements for management review.
• Developed strategies to improve organizational efficiency through effective use of resources.
• Reviewed, monitored, and forecast budget performance against financial plans.
• Monitored financial policies and set new ones.
• Conducted detailed reviews of expenditure requests from various departments to ensure accuracy of claims before processing payments.
• Negotiated favorable payment terms with suppliers when necessary.
• Ensured that all transactions are recorded accurately in the general ledger and reconciled with bank statements.
• Assisted in developing annual budgets for each department within the country office.
• Liaised with banks and other financial institutions regarding loan applications or other related matters.
• Drafted contracts for services rendered by vendors or consultants working with the organization.
• Monitored daily cash flow position of the organization's operations in country offices and reported any discrepancies to senior management.
• Provided guidance on taxation issues to ensure compliance with local tax laws.
• Provided training to new finance staff members on proper bookkeeping practices.
• Prepared monthly management accounts, including income statements, balance sheets, cash flows, and other financial reports.
• Researched potential grants available to fund specific projects within the organization's scope of work.

• Managed financial reporting and compliance for operational activities.
• Developed annual budgets aligned with company goals and market trends.
• Analyzed financial data to identify cost-saving opportunities and efficiencies.
• Coordinated audits with external parties to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Provided strategic financial advice to senior management for decision-making.
• Oversaw cash flow management and forecasting processes for project funding.
• Trained and mentored finance team members on best practices and systems.
• Reviewed contracts and agreements to assess financial implications for projects.
• Prepared financial documents such as budgets, forecasts and reports.
• Maintained accounts payable and receivable records ensuring timely payments are made.
• Analyzed financial data to determine efficient use of resources.
• Monitored cash flow to ensure sufficient liquidity.
• Coordinated with other departments within the organization regarding budgeting matters.
• Established relationships with banking partners to secure favorable terms on financing arrangements.
• Managed financial transactions involving general funds and contracts to reduce cashflow challenges.
• Managed payroll processing activities for multiple entities including tax filings.
• Evaluated existing processes within the finance department and identified areas for improvement.
• Collaborated with external auditors during annual audits to ensure accuracy of financial statements.
• Approved and qualified applications for financing, closed sales contracts and cross-sold insurance products while complying with state laws.
• Reviewed and analyzed budget variances to ensure accuracy of financial information.
• Calculated and prepared checks for utilities, taxes, and other payments.
• Negotiated contracts with vendors in order to obtain competitive pricing structures.
• Assisted in the development of internal controls to protect company assets.
• Promoted finance products to customers and sales force to increase penetration.
• Provided guidance on accounting issues related to new business initiatives.
• Analyzed complex financial data and generated meaningful reports for senior management.
• Analyzed actual financial results vs budget to prepare variance reporting to functional groups.
• Conducted risk management assessments and created strategies to minimize potential risks.
• Advised executive leadership on capital allocation decisions based on market conditions.
• Developed and managed financial plans for a variety of investments.
• Made estimates of funds required for short and long-term financial objectives of organization.
• Identified opportunities for cost savings through process improvements and automation initiatives.
• Developed forecasting models utilizing historical data trends to predict future revenues and expenses.
• Analyzed sales activity to identify and correct cost errors or price discrepancies.
• Created monthly performance metrics that tracked key performance indicators.
• Strategized on fund procurement through banks and other financial institutions.
• Oversaw budget preparation, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and financial health.
• Monitored financial markets and trends to inform investment strategies and risk management.
• Provided strategic financial advice to senior management and board members.
• Analyzed competitive landscape and financial metrics to support strategic planning and market positioning.
• Led financial reporting processes, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
• Ensured accurate and timely compliance with tax filing requirements and other regulatory obligations.
• Enhanced financial systems and processes through the implementation of technology solutions.
• Negotiated terms with banks and other financial institutions to secure financing and optimize terms.
• Implemented cost-reduction strategies to optimize spending and increase efficiency.
• Conducted variance analysis to identify discrepancies between actual and budgeted performance.
• Coordinated cross-functional teams to drive efficiency and effectiveness in financial operations.
• Supervised and mentored finance team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Coordinated with external auditors to facilitate annual audits and improve financial processes.
• Developed financial models to support valuation, planning, and forecasting activities.
• Checked payroll, vendor payments and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
• Completed month-end and year-end closings, kept records audit-ready and monitored timely recording of accounting transactions.
• Developed invoicing systems and internal controls to boost billing efficiencies.
• Created financial management mechanisms to minimize financial risk to business.
• Developed or analyzed information to assess current or future financial status of firms.
• Coordinated approval or rejection of lines of credit or commercial, real estate or personal loans.
• Maintained regular performance appraisals for subordinates through verbal, written and on-going review programs.
• Communicated with stockholders or other investors to provide information or raise capital.
• Recommended new financial and accounting software packages. replacing various non-integrated offerings.
• Invested funds and recommended appropriate dividend issuances based on historical dividend patterns and expected cash flows.
• Used hedging to mitigate financial risks related to interest rates on company's borrowings.

• Managed financial reporting and analysis for corporate financial statements.
• Oversaw compliance with accounting standards and regulations across departments.
• Coordinated month-end close processes to ensure timely financial reporting.
• Developed budgets and forecasts in collaboration with department heads.
• Reviewed journal entries and reconciled accounts for accuracy and completeness.
• Mentored junior accountants on best practices in financial management.
• Implemented process improvements to enhance efficiency in accounting operations.
• Utilized ERP systems to streamline financial data management and reporting.
• Maintained up-to-date knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles standards.
• Prepared various financial reports including cash flow statements, income statements, budget variance analysis.
• Created comprehensive management reports illustrating key insights from company's performance data.
• Assisted in developing annual budgets, forecasts and long-term plans for the organization's finances.
• Assisted finance team members with month end close process tasks.
• Identified opportunities for cost savings through analyzing current policies and procedures.
• Performed detailed reviews of journal entries prior to posting into the general ledger system.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions that improved operational efficiency.
• Monitored performance indicators such as revenue growth and cost control measures.

• Managed financial reporting processes and ensured compliance with accounting standards.
• Conducted thorough reconciliations of accounts to verify accuracy of financial data.
• Implemented accounting software solutions to enhance reporting efficiency and accuracy.
• Reviewed financial records, including income statements and balance sheets, to ensure accuracy.
• Prepared journal entries for month-end close process.

• Managed financial statements and reports for compliance and accuracy.
• Prepared monthly reconciliations for bank accounts and general ledger entries.
• Collaborated with auditors to ensure compliance with financial regulations.
• Oversaw accounts payable and receivable functions to maintain cash flow.
• Utilized accounting software to streamline bookkeeping and reporting tasks.
• Reviewed financial records, including income statements and balance sheets, to ensure accuracy.