Basel Faouri

Senior Accountant
Amman, Jordan [email protected] +962798402976
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Results-driven and analytical Accountant with comprehensive expertise in financial reporting, general ledger management, tax compliance, and auditing preparation. Proven track record of accelerating month-end closures, optimizing accounts payable/receivable processes, and maintaining 100% compliance with IFRS standards. Adept at leveraging advanced financial software and data analytics to drive cost reductions, enhance internal controls, and provide strategic fiscal insights.
KEY CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
WORK EXPERIENCE
Senior Accountant • Premier Financial Services Co. Jan 2021 – Present
Amman, Jordan
  • Manage full-cycle general ledger operations, daily financial entries, and monthly account reconciliations in strict alignment with IFRS standards.
  • Prepare comprehensive monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, enabling executive leadership to make informed strategic investments.
  • Oversee VAT tax compliance, corporate filings, and regulatory documentation, achieving a 100% error-free audit and penalty record.
  • Collaborate with external audit teams, preparing detailed schedules and support documentation that accelerated annual audit completion by 20%.
  • Implement automated Excel-based reconciliation templates, saving 15 hours of manual data entry per monthly accounting cycle.
Accountant • Horizon Trading & Commercial Solutions Jul 2018 – Dec 2020
Amman, Jordan
  • Processed and verified over 400 monthly vendor invoices and purchase orders, enforcing tight internal financial control protocols.
  • Maintained fixed asset registers, recorded depreciation schedules, and performed quarterly inventory valuation audits.
  • Reconciled multi-currency bank statements, petty cash accounts, and corporate credit cards with 100% precision.
  • Analyzed operational expenditure trends and generated variance reports for department managers, improving budget adherence by 18%.
CORE SKILLS & EXPERTISE
Core Technical / Functional Expertise: Financial Reporting & Analysis • General Ledger Management • Accounts Payable & Receivable (AP/AR) • Bank & Balance Sheet Reconciliation • Taxation & VAT Compliance • Budgeting & Financial Forecasting • Internal Audit & Control Systems
Tools, Software & Digital Platforms: Advanced Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, Financial Modeling) • QuickBooks Online & Desktop • SAP Financial Accounting (FI) • Oracle Financials Cloud • Zoho Books • Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems
Methodologies, Frameworks & Standards: IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards) • GAAP Compliance • Double-Entry Bookkeeping • Cost Accounting Principles • Variance & Cash Flow Analysis
Executive Leadership & Interpersonal Competencies: Strategic Financial Advisory • Analytical Problem Solving • Cross-Functional Team Collaboration • High Attention to Detail • Time Management & Prioritization • Ethical Governance & Compliance
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Accounting • University of Jordan 2018
Amman, Jordan
Graduated with Honors | Specialized in Financial Accounting & Auditing
KEY PROJECTS
ERP System Implementation & Financial Data Migration (Lead Accounting Specialist)
Technologies: SAP ERP, Advanced Excel, Financial Systems
Led the financial data cleansing and ledger migration during an enterprise ERP implementation, resulting in a 30% improvement in real-time reporting efficiency.
LANGUAGES
Arabic (Native) • English (Full Professional Proficiency)
Computer & IT Competencies
Demonstrated technical proficiency in enterprise accounting software, spreadsheet automation, and data security.