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Neville Hilloo
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Competencies
Professional Summary
– Financial Reporting & Analysis
– Project Accounting & Cost Control
– SAP FI Module & ERP systems
– Subcontract Billing & Certification
– Bank Reconciliations
– Cash flow management
– Vendors & Payment management
– Audit coordination
– Year-end closing Accounting
– Fixed Assets and Inventory Control
– VAT Compliance & Finalization
– Contract Management
– Client Relationship
– Resource Management
– Grievance Handling
– Team Management
– Handling Legal Financial Cases
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I am a
results-driven Finance and Accounts Professional with
21+ years of experience in the Gulf region
, specializing in
Construction Accounting, Project Finance, and ERP Systems (SAP FI).
I’ve got a proven track record in
vendor management, subcontract billing, financial reconciliation, and audit compliance
.
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Current
– Working as an
Accounts and Finance Specialist
with
Oman Shapoorji Company LLC from April 2004 in Muscat.
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Highly appreciated in tackling challenging issues, analyzing viable alternatives & providing innovative solutions
. Skillful in Financial Management and dedicated to delivering value through
disciplined accounting practices
and collaborative teamwork
Þ My core strengths are my
accuracy, reliability, and commitment
to corporate and audit standards.
Technical Skills:
Þ Accounting Software: SAP (FI Module), ERP Systems.
Þ Productivity Tools: Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
Þ Other: Internet Applications, Data Entry & Analysis.
Trainings Attended:
ð SAP Finance
ð Team Building & Management
KEY ACHIEVEMENTS & CONTRIBUTION
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Successful Case Withdrawals
: I’ve been instrumental in negotiating withdrawals from clients in certain cases, which has benefited the company’s reputation and streamlined processes.
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Optimized Payment Terms
: I’ve worked on relaxing payment terms along with legal team, agreed upon in initial contracts, aligning them with business realities while maintaining healthy client relationships.
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Cost-Beneficial Discount Schemes:
Collaborated on crafting discount schemes for clients with pending payments, enabling the company to pay lesser amounts and achieve cost benefits.
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Recovery of Stuck Funds:
Alongside the team, we’ve been successful in recovering money from old government projects that had remained unresolved for many years – a significant achievement boosting the company’s financial health.
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Contract Management:
I’ve handled intricacies of contract management from a finance angle, balancing legal compliance with commercial pragmatism.
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Client Relationship Focus:
Throughout these efforts, maintaining positive client relationships has been a priority, ensuring mutual benefits.
COMPETENCY SKILLS
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Financial Reporting & Analysis
– I have expertise at project-centric reporting and variance analysis.
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Project Accounting & Cost Control
– Skilled in budgeting, cost tracking, and project profitability analysis.
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SAP FI Module & ERP Systems
– Proficient in SAP FI, optimizing financial processes.
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Subcontract Billing & Certification
– I’ve managed complex subcontractor billing and certification processes.
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Bank Reconciliation & Cash Flow Management
– Ensured robust cash flow management and reconciliation.
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Vendor & Payment Management
– Skillful in vendor relations and payment processing compliance.
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Audit Coordination & Year-End Closing
– Proven audit liaison experience ensuring compliance.
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Fixed Assets & Inventory Control
– Managed asset tracking and inventory reconciliation.
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VAT Compliance & Finalization
– Experienced in Oman VAT regulations and finalization.
EMPLOYMENT HIGHLIGHTS
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OMAN SHAPOORJI COMPANY LLC Muscat
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Accounts & Finance Specialist [13
th
April 2004 TILL DATE]
Responsibilities
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Project Accounting Lifecycle
– Responsible for budgeting, cost tracking, and financial reporting for major projects like Royal Opera House, Royal Hospital Extension, Mall of Oman, and Al Amerat Warehouse Complex.
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SAP Implementation
– Managing subcontract billings, cheque processing, and supplier invoice verification via SAP.
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Payroll & Imprest Management
– Administering payroll, site imprest accounts, and rental cost tracking.
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Banking Operations
– Handling daily banking, reconciliations, and maintaining cash flow records.
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Audit Compliance
– Liaising with auditors for year-end closing and subcontractor reconciliation.
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VAT Finalization
– Coordinating VAT processes with legal team ensuring Oman Tax Authority compliance.
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Vendor Management
– Ensuring timely payments and compliance with company policies.
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Collections & Billing
– Managing machinery hire billing and collections across project sites.
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Team Management
– Managing a team of 3 people and responsible for their performance.
EDUCATION
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B. Com (Economics & Accounts)
from Mumbai University [
2003]
Personal Details
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Date of Birth:
11
th
April 1982
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Address:
ALGhubra, Muscat
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Indian Passport Number:
V | 30
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March 2032
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Oman Driving License:
No | 24
th
August 2027
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Languages Known:
English, Hindi, Gujarati, Marathi – Fluent, Arabic – (Basic spoken)
