AHMAD SUFIYAN BIN ABDULLAH
SENIOR FINANCE OFFICER
Putrajaya
Summary
Highly skilled finance professional with a Bachelor of International Business (International Finance) and extensive experience in trade finance operations, particularly at RECRON (MALAYSIA) SDN BHD. Expertise in managing complex trade documentation, ensuring compliance with international standards, and streamlining processes to enhance efficiency. Proven ability to liaise with banks, manage post-shipment tracking, and drive continuous improvement in trade finance operations.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Senior Finance Officer
RECRON (MALAYSIA) SDN BHD
11.2018 - Current
- Managed end-to-end trade documentation processes for international export and local domestic transactions, ensuring compliance with UCP 600 and ISBP 821.
- Handled shipments to diverse international locations, including Turkiye, Canada, India, and Thailand.
- Liaised with banking institutions (HSBC, Maybank, Standard Chartered, Deutsche Bank, Citibank) to facilitate trade finance activities.
- Conducted thorough pre-checks of letter of credit terms and conditions, initiating amendments as necessary to mitigate discrepancies.
- Collaborated with the shipping department to monitor transport documents and ensure alignment of invoices and packing lists with bills of lading.
- Managed post-shipment tracking in SAP, reconciled Recron's bills, monitored bill status, and resolved discrepancies, providing regular status reports.
- Maintained status tracking for financing and collection proceeds, reconciling with Recron's records and providing reports on outstanding bills.
- Contributed to process improvements and efficiency gains within the trade finance function.
- Trained new staff.
- Achievement: Averaged 100 full sets of documents monthly.
Account Support
APEX COMMUNICATIONS SDN BHD
03.2018 - 09.2018
- Managed full sets of accounts, account receivables, account payables, general ledger, payment vouchers, and bank reconciliation.
- Achievement: Bank reconciliation for 15 local banks.
Internship
PEJABAT DAERAH DAN TANAH KLANG
07.2017 - 09.2017
- Assisted with cash book analysis on tax payments. Prepared warning letters for late tax payment. Provided customer support at the payment counter.
- Achievement: Participated in State-level marching tournament, Contingent Merdeka 60.
Sales Representative
BRIGHTSTAR COMPUTER SDN BHD
12.2013 - 08.2014
- Responsible for sales of computers, laptops, and smartphones. Conducted weekly inventory audits. Prepared quotations and provided customer service.
- Achievement: 100% Full Attendance Staff Award 2014.
Education
Bachelor of International Business With Honours - International Finance
Universiti Malaysia Sabah
Labuan, Malaysia 09.2014 - 11.2017
Sijil Tinggi Pelajaran Malaysia - Literature
SMK PUTERI TITIWANGSA
Kuala Lumpur 05.2011 - 12.2012
Skills
- Uniform Customs & Practice for Documentary Credits (UCP 600)
- International Standard Banking Practice (ISBP 745)
- SAP ERP system
Communication Skills
- Languages: English, Bahasa Melayu (Proficient)
- Finance: UCP 600, ISBP, SAP ERP
- Software: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
- Other: Trade Finance, Documentation, Compliance, Risk Management, Problem-Solving, Communication, Organization, Attention to Detail
Timeline
Senior Finance Officer
RECRON (MALAYSIA) SDN BHD
11.2018 - Current
Account Support
APEX COMMUNICATIONS SDN BHD
03.2018 - 09.2018
Internship
PEJABAT DAERAH DAN TANAH KLANG
07.2017 - 09.2017
Bachelor of International Business With Honours - International Finance
Universiti Malaysia Sabah
09.2014 - 11.2017
Sales Representative
BRIGHTSTAR COMPUTER SDN BHD
12.2013 - 08.2014
Sijil Tinggi Pelajaran Malaysia - Literature
SMK PUTERI TITIWANGSA
05.2011 - 12.2012
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