Mohamed Raafat
Corporate Real Estate Associate
Alabang, Muntinlupa CIty
Summary
Finance-trained professional with a Master’s in Accounting and Management and hands-on experience in both accounting and corporate real estate. Since March 2024, I have advised commercial clients on property strategy with a strong focus on financial modelling, lease evaluation, ROI analysis, and budgeting. Skilled in translating financial objectives into actionable property solutions and producing investment-grade reports to guide decision-making. Eager to leverage this combined financial and commercial background in a finance-focused role with scope for strategic analysis and value creation.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Corporate Real Estate Associate
Office Pro Philippines
Makati City, Metro Manila
03.2024 - Current
- Advised commercial clients on real estate strategy with a focus on financial objectives, capital allocation, and risk mitigation.
- Built Excel-based financial models to compare lease scenarios, forecast occupancy costs, and support lease-versus-purchase decisions.
- Supported budgeting and cost control for fit-out projects ranging from ₱8M to ₱55M, ensuring alignment with client budgets and timelines.
- Prepared investment-grade reports and financial comparisons for 20+ commercial property options across Metro Manila.
- Assessed ROI and long-term financial impact across various leasing structures, influencing client investment decisions.
- Negotiated lease terms resulting in 10–15% average cost savings while protecting clients’ long-term financial interests.
- Produced market intelligence reports tailored to industry trends, occupancy costs, and financial feasibility.
- Managed and maintained a database of 100+ commercial and industrial properties, segmented by budget and business use.
- Collaborated with project managers and contractors to monitor fit-out progress, cost alignment, and delivery timelines.
Accounting Associate
Glam Nails
07.2022 - 11.2023
- Used accounting software to prepare weekly and monthly financial reports.
- Oversaw documentation and reporting of expenses, sales and other transactions.
- Reconciled account information and reported figures in general ledger by comparing to bank account statement each month.
- Maintained clean and organized files by keeping accounts payable records up-to-date.
- Balanced and submitted financial reports for review and approval.
- Interacted with clients and obtained cost and budget information to draft and manage accounts.
Accounting Assistant
BatoutaFries
02.2021 - 02.2022
- Investigated daily variances and corrected errors to resolve discrepancies.
- Reported financial data and updated financial records in ledgers and journals.
- Applied proper codes to invoices, files, and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
- Assessed data and information to verify entry, calculation, and billing code accuracy.
- Processed payments and documents such as invoices, journal vouchers, employee reimbursements, and statements.
- Assisted in the preparation of monthly financial statements for timely and accurate reporting to management.
Finance Intern
CampaignDeus
07.2018 - 09.2018
- Maintenance of pre-payments file, monthly release calculations, journals and clientele bookkeeping
- Updated daily transactions onto ledgers including cash, card, account sales, BACS payments and deposit.
- Overlooked purchase & sales ledgers, petty cash & staff expense postings and reconciliations
- Reviewed statements with staff accountants to inform corporate and individual financial planning
- Monitored revenue, risk and capital allocations for financial transparency and balance
- Tracked financial transactions to update balance sheets with accurate, current information
Accountant (Intern)
Swiss-Belhotel
06.2015 - 08.2015
- Assisted with research, filing, data entry, and recording and maintaining accurate and complete financial records
- Worked with senior members of team to prepare components of financial reports, such as balance sheets and income statements, invoices, and other documents
- Worked with and maintained company's QuickBooks accounting software
- Assisted in maintaining accounts receivables and payables
- Learned how to work as part of Accounting team to compile and analyse data, track information, and support company and clients
- Handled sensitive or confidential information with honesty and integrity.
- Reduced discrepancies in financial reports by carefully analyzing data and identifying errors.
- Prepared monthly closings by creating journal entries and reconciling accounts.
Education
Master of Science - Accounting And Management
Queen Mary University
London, United Kingdom 05.2017 - 2018.08
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting And Finance
Middlesex University
London, United Kingdom 05.2014 - 2017.06
Skills
- Financial Modelling (Excel)
- ROI and Cost-Benefit Analysis
- Lease & Investment Evaluation
- Budget Planning & Forecasting
- IFRS & Management Accounting
- Microsoft Excel (Advanced)
- QuickBooks & OneSource Tax
- Market Research & Due Diligence
- Report Writing & Financial Presentation
Accomplishments
Exploring the Financial Position of the Five UK Universities
Achieved a high first-class grade on exploring the financial positions of five UK Universities and how they operate as a non-profit organisation.
Timeline
Corporate Real Estate Associate
Office Pro Philippines
03.2024 - Current
Accounting Associate
Glam Nails
07.2022 - 11.2023
Accounting Assistant
BatoutaFries
02.2021 - 02.2022
Finance Intern
CampaignDeus
07.2018 - 09.2018
Master of Science - Accounting And Management
Queen Mary University
05.2017 - 2018.08
Accountant (Intern)
Swiss-Belhotel
06.2015 - 08.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting And Finance
Middlesex University
05.2014 - 2017.06
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