abdul ahad

I am a strategic and results-driven Finance and Administration Manager with over 17 years of progressive experience in financial management, accounting, and operations across services, trading, and manufacturing sectors in the UAE and India. I specialize in budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and internal controls, with a proven track record of optimizing costs and improving financial efficiency.

Currently serving as Finance Manager at Exalogic Consulting Group (DMCC, Dubai), I lead the end-to-end finance function including MIS reporting, VAT and Corporate Tax compliance, audit coordination, and working capital management. I am well-versed in modern ERP systems such as SAP FICO, Oracle NetSuite, and MS Dynamics 365, and have successfully guided finance teams to deliver accurate reports that support strategic decision-making.

Holding a Master’s Degree in Mathematics and Finance and currently pursuing an MBA in Finance and Accounting, I combine strong analytical ability with practical leadership experience. I am also trained in IFRS, Advanced Excel, and AI for Finance, reflecting my commitment to continuous learning and operational excellence.

Professional Experience Summary

With over 17 years of experience in finance, accounting, and administration, I have successfully managed end-to-end financial operations across services, trading, and manufacturing sectors in the UAE and India. My expertise includes budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, cash flow management, VAT and Corporate Tax compliance, and audit coordination.

I currently serve as Finance Manager at Exalogic Consulting Group (DMCC, Dubai), where I lead financial planning, reporting, and compliance while improving efficiency and cost control. Throughout my career, I have demonstrated strong leadership in managing teams, implementing ERP systems such as SAP FICO, Oracle NetSuite, and MS Dynamics 365, and ensuring adherence to financial regulations and best practices.

I hold a Master’s Degree in Mathematics and Finance from Annamalai University and a Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics and Statistics from Calicut University. I am currently pursuing an MBA in Finance and Accounting from Amity University, further strengthening my strategic and analytical expertise.

In addition, I am pursuing the Certified Management Accountant (CMA – USA) qualification through the Institute of Management Accountants (IMA) and have successfully scored 330 in Part 1 of the exam. I have also completed professional training in IFRS, Budgeting & Forecasting, Advanced Excel, SAP FICO, Oracle NetSuite, and AI for Finance, enhancing my technical and financial management capabilities.