Reem Al-Hakim, CPA

Group Chief Financial Officer, Industrial

Professional Overview
Reem Al-Hakim is an accomplished finance executive with over 15 years of experience driving strategic initiatives and operational excellence across diverse industries. As the Group Chief Financial Officer of the Industrial division at Filtration Group, she oversees the financial management and reporting for a global portfolio of industrial filtration and air purification businesses. Reem's expertise spans financial planning and analysis, mergers and acquisitions, and strategic transformation, positioning her as a trusted partner in driving sustainable growth.

Experience Summary

Current Role
As the Group Chief Financial Officer of the Industrial division at Filtration Group, Reem is responsible for providing strategic financial leadership and oversight for the company's global industrial operations. In this role, she ensures the financial discipline and operational efficiency of the division, contributing to its overall profitability and market competitiveness. Reem's achievements include streamlining financial reporting processes, spearheading cross-functional integration efforts, and driving the successful integration of acquired businesses.

Career Progression
Prior to her current role, Reem held several senior finance positions at Filtration Group and The Coca-Cola Company. As the Group CFO for the IAQ (Indoor Air Quality) business at Filtration Group, she played a pivotal role in aligning the financial strategy with the division's growth objectives. Reem's previous experience also includes serving as the VP of Strategic Initiatives at Porex, where she led the evaluation and integration of strategic acquisitions, and as the Global Planning Director and Group Financial Controller for The Coca-Cola Company's Global Ventures division, where she championed financial planning and analysis initiatives.

Academic Background
Reem holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Georgia and is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). She has also completed executive leadership programs at leading business schools, further enhancing her strategic and managerial capabilities.

Areas of Expertise

• Financial planning and analysis

• Mergers and acquisitions

• Strategic transformation and integration

• Operational efficiency and cost optimization

• Financial reporting and compliance

• Cross-functional collaboration and team leadership

Professional Impact
Throughout her career, Reem has demonstrated a track record of driving measurable financial and operational improvements. Notable achievements include:

• Spearheading the successful integration of three acquired businesses into Filtration Group's Industrial division, resulting in a 12% increase in revenue and a 9% improvement in EBITDA margins.

• Implementing a centralized financial reporting system that enabled real-time data-driven decision-making, leading to a 20% reduction in monthly close times.

• Leading a strategic initiative that streamlined the global supply chain, resulting in a 15% decrease in inventory levels and a 7% improvement in working capital efficiency.

Conclusion
Reem Al-Hakim is a strategic finance leader with a proven ability to drive operational excellence and sustainable growth. Her deep industry knowledge, technical expertise, and collaborative leadership style make her a valuable asset in the Industrial sector. Reem is committed to leveraging her skills and experience to guide Filtration Group's Industrial division towards continued success and market leadership.