In the past 10 years, I was employed as Financial Controller for companies in Germany as well as in the UAE. In 2023, I finalized my master’s in business administration with specialization of Finances and new Financial Technologies for worldwide German-speaking companies. Ever since, I was working with great joy as Finance Manager in the Real Estate Industry. My responsibilities ranged from controlling the rolling budgets, approving salary payments via WPS, checking accruals and provisions, updating the running cashflow, setting up the annual budget as well as the rolling forecast. Moreover, I analysed the variances between budgeted and actual financial income, the P&L statement, balance sheet and cashflow statement. Additionally, my Team and I filled the v.a.t as well as the corporate tax reports. Hereby accuracy and timely manner was highly assured. In addition, the last three Audits have been flawless and resulted in an excellent mark. The skill of implementing a new accounting software for an operating company, I applied in my last position at DG Homes. Herewith obstacles were eliminated before major impacts occurred. Weekly updates with the local software ambassador were implemented by my actions and resulted in a fruitful execution of the project. Additionally, key trends in Accounting software was the topic of my master thesis in 2023. In my next career step, I am seeing myself in a project controller position for a German Company in the Gas sector. I am seeking to work for a well-established company with growth potential. Moreover, I am seeing myself in expanding my leadership skills whenever it is possible. If you think I am a suitable candidate for the Accountant role, do not hesitate to contact me. With kind regards, Robert

Robert Held

In the past 10 years, I was employed as Financial Controller for companies in Germany as well as in the UAE. In 2023, I finalized my master’s in business administration with specialization of Finances and new Financial Technologies for worldwide German-speaking companies. Ever since, I was working with great joy as Finance Manager in the Real Estate Industry. My responsibilities ranged from controlling the rolling budgets, approving salary payments via WPS, checking accruals and provisions, updating the running cashflow, setting up the annual budget as well as the rolling forecast. Moreover, I analysed the variances between budgeted and actual financial income, the P&L statement, balance sheet and cashflow statement. Additionally, my Team and I filled the v.a.t as well as the corporate tax reports. Hereby accuracy and timely manner was highly assured. In addition, the last three Audits have been flawless and resulted in an excellent mark. The skill of implementing a new accounting software for an operating company, I applied in my last position at DG Homes. Herewith obstacles were eliminated before major impacts occurred. Weekly updates with the local software ambassador were implemented by my actions and resulted in a fruitful execution of the project. Additionally, key trends in Accounting software was the topic of my master thesis in 2023. In my next career step, I am seeing myself in a project controller position for a German Company in the Gas sector. I am seeking to work for a well-established company with growth potential. Moreover, I am seeing myself in expanding my leadership skills whenever it is possible. If you think I am a suitable candidate for the Accountant role, do not hesitate to contact me. With kind regards, Robert

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In the past 10 years, I was employed as Financial Controller for companies in Germany as well as in the UAE. In 2023, I finalized my master’s in business administration with specialization of Finances and new Financial Technologies for worldwide German-speaking companies. Ever since, I was working with great joy as Finance Manager in the Real Estate Industry. My responsibilities ranged from controlling the rolling budgets, approving salary payments via WPS, checking accruals and provisions, updating the running cashflow, setting up the annual budget as well as the rolling forecast. Moreover, I analysed the variances between budgeted and actual financial income, the P&L statement, balance sheet and cashflow statement. Additionally, my Team and I filled the v.a.t as well as the corporate tax reports. Hereby accuracy and timely manner was highly assured. In addition, the last three Audits have been flawless and resulted in an excellent mark.

The skill of implementing a new accounting software for an operating company, I applied in my last position at DG Homes. Herewith obstacles were eliminated before major impacts occurred. Weekly updates with the local software ambassador were implemented by my actions and resulted in a fruitful execution of the project. Additionally, key trends in Accounting software was the topic of my master thesis in 2023.

In my next career step, I am seeing myself in a project controller position for a German Company in the Gas sector. I am seeking to work for a well-established company with growth potential. Moreover, I am seeing myself in expanding my leadership skills whenever it is possible.

If you think I am a suitable candidate for the Accountant role, do not hesitate to contact me.

With kind regards,

Robert

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Language

German
Fluent
English
Advanced
French
Intermediate
Dutch
Beginner

Work Experience

Financial Manager + Filing VAT returns, Corporate Tax returns for 2025 + Controlling running cashflow + Analyzing monthly PnL at GCC Solutions LLC
May 1, 2026 - Present
Manage VAT return filings and corporate tax returns for 2025. Control and monitor cash flow, and analyze monthly P&L. Provide financial reporting and support ongoing financial operations.
Interim Financial Manager at Intenture Group L.L.C. -FZ
November 1, 2025 - May 1, 2026
Prepare and file 2024 and 2025 year-end closures. Oversee payroll payments for employees (+20). Support year-end financial close activities and ensure timely completion of financial reporting deliverables.
Assistant Financial Manager at DG Homes Real Estate
September 1, 2024 - August 1, 2025
Handle real estate commission invoices with developers and process salary payments for 35 employees via WPS. File quarterly VAT documentation through the Emarat portal and manage VAT payments. Finalize the 2024 audit and prepare corporate tax payment based on 2024 annual profit. Lead a team of 4 accountants.
Accountant at Liebherr Middle East FZE
May 1, 2021 - August 1, 2024
Process accounts receivable and accounts payable in the ERP system. Ensure timely payments for travel disbursements and salaries for 60+ employees. Reconcile bank, credit card, and cash statements against monthly turnover (~2M AED). Prepare ad-hoc reports for weekly/monthly meetings and supervise 1 trainee.
Accounts Receivable Officer at JW Marriott Marquis
September 1, 2018 - October 1, 2019
Manage invoicing and collections for 50 corporate and 11 airline accounts. Process credit card and bank transfers, refunds, and commission invoices from travel agents, wholesalers, and airlines. Optimize and digitize AR processes and support trainees.
Accountant at Marriott Autograph Collection
October 1, 2016 - August 1, 2018
Check cashier closures and perform income auditing. Handle invoicing and collection for ~40 accounts receivable. Participate in reporting and meeting minutes to the Director of Finance, train and support trainees during handover and assignments.
Accountant (Interim/Reserve duties related training) at Technic School of Systems and Technology
October 1, 2010 - April 1, 2011
Military service (corporal reserve) and first aid respondent training and duties.

Education

Master of Data Science at Athen a Global Education LTD, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
August 1, 2023 - February 1, 2026
Master of Business Administration (MBA) at IUBH International University, Bad Honnef, Germany
February 1, 2020 - August 1, 2023
B.BA. International Hotel Management at Hogeschool Zuyd, Maastricht, Netherlands
September 1, 2011 - August 1, 2016

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Financial Services, Real Estate & Construction, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality, Other