Athar Munir

Senior Finance Manager

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Professional Overview
Athar Munir is a seasoned finance professional with over 10 years of experience in the healthcare industry. As a Senior Finance Manager, he leverages his robust financial acumen and strategic leadership to drive operational excellence and financial growth for leading healthcare organizations.

Experience Summary

Current Role
Athar currently serves as the Senior Finance Manager at Al-Futtaim Health, a prominent healthcare group in the United Arab Emirates. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the financial operations, budgeting, and reporting for the organization's network of healthcare facilities. Athar's strategic financial management and data-driven decision-making have been instrumental in optimizing the group's financial performance and long-term sustainability.

Career Progression
Prior to his current position, Athar held several influential finance roles within the healthcare sector. He served as the Financial Controller at AS Health Group, where he implemented robust financial controls and streamlined reporting processes to enhance operational efficiency. Athar also served as the Finance Manager at Saudi German Hospitals Group UAE, where he played a key role in managing the financial affairs of the organization's expanding network of hospitals. Earlier in his career, he held the position of Finance Director at both International Modern Hospital and SZ Medical College & Hospital, where he spearheaded financial planning, budgeting, and risk management initiatives.

Academic Background
Athar holds a Bachelor's degree in Finance from the University of Dubai, where he graduated with distinction. He has also completed several professional certifications, including a CFA Level 1 and a Certified Management Accountant (CMA) designation, further strengthening his financial expertise.

Areas of Expertise

• Financial planning, analysis, and reporting

• Budgeting and cost management

• Financial risk assessment and mitigation

• Financial systems implementation and optimization

• Organizational performance management

• Strategic decision-making and advisory

Professional Impact
Throughout his career, Athar has consistently demonstrated his ability to drive financial excellence and operational efficiency within the healthcare industry. His achievements include:

• Spearheading the implementation of a new enterprise resource planning (ERP) system that improved financial reporting and data-driven decision-making at Al-Futtaim Health

• Implementing cost optimization initiatives that resulted in a 12% reduction in operating expenses at Saudi German Hospitals Group UAE

• Leading the development of a comprehensive financial strategy that enabled International Modern Hospital to secure additional funding for a major expansion project

Conclusion
Athar Munir's extensive experience, financial acumen, and strategic leadership make him a valuable asset to the healthcare industry. As he continues to excel in his role as Senior Finance Manager at Al-Futtaim Health, Athar remains committed to driving financial sustainability, operational excellence, and organizational growth for the benefit of the healthcare ecosystem.