Ashraf Yehia
About Ashraf Yehia
Ashraf Yehia is a Finance Director at VI Group in Qatar, where he has worked since 2014. He has extensive experience in financial management, having previously held positions at ERA Middle East and North Africa, Giza Systems, and Amwaj International.
Work at VI Group
Ashraf Yehia has served as the Finance Director at VI Group since 2014. In this role, he is responsible for negotiating and managing contracts and credit facilities with prominent banks in Qatar. He prepares monthly financial statements that comply with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and coordinates agreements to enhance the company's interests. His responsibilities also include conducting continuous improvement reports aimed at reducing expenses and maximizing profits. He manages financial operations for a group of companies with a turnover exceeding 120 million Qatari Riyals.
Previous Experience in Finance
Before joining VI Group, Ashraf Yehia worked at ERA Middle East and North Africa as a Finance Manager from 2009 to 2012, where he operated in Egypt for three years. Prior to that, he held the position of Finance Director at Amwaj International for one year in Iraq from 2012 to 2013. He also served as a Budget Analyst at Giza Systems from 2000 to 2005 for five years. His diverse experience in finance has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of financial management and operations.
Education and Expertise
Ashraf Yehia studied at Cairo University, where he earned a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) degree with a focus on Accounting and Finance. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his expertise in financial management. He has established and implemented financial policies and procedures, including workflow cycles and forms, which are essential for effective financial operations.
Financial Management Skills
In his current role, Ashraf Yehia supervises project managers to ensure accurate progress reports that influence forecasted cash flow. He is responsible for establishing financial policies and procedures that enhance operational efficiency. His ability to conduct continuous improvement reports demonstrates his commitment to reducing expenses and maximizing profits for the organizations he has worked with.