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Fawaz Tabbaa

@fawaztabbaa

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Highly skilled accountant with expertise in financial management and compliance.

Lebanon

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that allows me to leverage my financial expertise in a collaborative environment, focusing on compliance and efficiency.

I am a highly skilled and detail-oriented accountant with over nine years of experience in bookkeeping, payroll tax compliance, financial reporting, and QuickBooks management. My extensive expertise spans managing financial operations across multiple countries, ensuring compliance with international accounting standards and local tax regulations. I excel in payroll processing, tax reporting, client engagement, and financial analysis, and I am adept at educating clients on accounting systems while optimizing financial processes for efficiency.

Throughout my career, I have successfully prepared and reviewed financial statements, managed accounts payable and receivable, and conducted monthly bank reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy. My role at Black Pearl Tours involved overseeing payroll processing across various branches, managing VAT compliance, and coordinating with external auditors. I have also worked with Access Group, where I managed financial operations in several countries, ensuring compliance with local tax laws and optimizing cash flow through strategic budgeting.

I am seeking an opportunity to apply my expertise in financial management, tax compliance, and client collaboration within a dynamic organization that values efficiency and accuracy in financial operations.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Accountant

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Black Pearl Tours for Travel & Tourism

Aug 2024 - Present (9 months)

Prepared and reviewed financial statements, managed accounts payable/receivable, and conducted bank reconciliations across Lebanon, UAE, and Turkey. Oversaw payroll processing, VAT compliance, and intercompany transaction reconciliation, providing financial insights to management.

Financial Statement Preparation Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable Bank Reconciliation Payroll Processing IFRS US GAAP Financial Reporting

Group Accountant

Access Group

Aug 2023 - Aug 2024 (1 year)

Conducted daily revenue reconciliations, verified supplier invoices, and managed monthly data entry for revenue and expenses across multiple countries. Prepared and analyzed P&L statements, assisted with VAT filings, and managed payroll and banking transactions, ensuring compliance with local tax laws.

P&L management Payroll Processing Budgeting Tax Compliance Financial Reporting External Audit Coordination

Office Manager & Accountant

Meraashli for Steel Trading

Jun 2017 - Jul 2023 (6 years 1 month)

Managed all aspects of financial reporting, bookkeeping, and tax compliance, including supervising payroll processing. Maintained vendor and customer accounts, conducted VAT filings, and assisted management with financial decision-making through budgeting and forecasting. Developed and implemented internal financial controls to improve operational efficiency.

Financial Reporting Bookkeeping Tax Compliance Payroll Processing Vendor Management Account Management Budgeting Financial Forecasting Internal Controls

Accountant

Mohammad Fadel Tabbaa Company

Jan 2015 - Jan 2017 (2 years)

Maintained accurate bookkeeping records and prepared comprehensive financial statements including balance sheets and income statements. Processed payroll, reconciled accounts, and ensured tax compliance, assisting in financial audits and providing reports for management.

Bookkeeping Financial Statement Preparation Payroll Processing Tax Compliance Financial Audit Financial Reporting Data Entry Microsoft Excel

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Lebanese International University

Master’s Degree, Banking & Finance

Completed a Master's degree focusing on advanced concepts in banking and finance. Gained expertise in financial markets, investment strategies, and international banking practices.

Beirut Arab University

Bachelor’s Degree, Banking & Finance

Obtained a Bachelor's degree in Banking & Finance, covering fundamental principles of financial management and economic analysis. Developed a strong foundation in banking operations, financial accounting, and investment principles.