Sami Al Husseini, Cpa, Cga
About Sami Al Husseini, Cpa, Cga
Sami Al Husseini is a Financial Controller with extensive experience in optimizing financial processes and implementing technology solutions. He has worked at Gastops since 2015 and previously held positions at TradeMerit and Maple Leaf Property Management LLC.
Work at Gastops
Sami Al Husseini has served as the Financial Controller at Gastops since 2015. In this role, he has implemented technologies to enhance the reporting of corporate credit card transactions and streamline vendor invoice processing through three-way matching. He has also facilitated vendor electronic payments, contributing to improved operational efficiency.
Previous Experience
Prior to his tenure at Gastops, Sami worked as the Financial Controller at TradeMerit from 2007 to 2012. He then transitioned to Maple Leaf Property Management LLC, where he held the position of Senior Accountant from 2012 to 2015. His experience spans over a decade in financial management roles.
Education and Expertise
Sami Al Husseini studied at Carleton University, where he earned a Master of Management Science in Finance from 1996 to 1998. He also holds an Honours Bachelor of Commerce in Finance and Accounting from the same institution. Additionally, he is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA, CGA) and has completed CFA Level III through the CFA Institute.
Financial Achievements
Sami has achieved significant financial improvements in his roles. He reduced the cash cycle from 70 days to 45 days by optimizing customer credit terms, supplier discounts, and enforcing collection policies. He also optimized the foreign currency hedging program to leverage natural hedges from operations and foreign entities.
Data Management Skills
Sami has utilized PowerBI to integrate multiple data sources, creating dashboards that provide insights into cost behavior. This capability enhances decision-making processes and supports strategic financial planning.