Biography
Mahmoud Khodr is an accomplished Finance and Operations Manager with an international
perspective and nine years of banking experience. Graduating with a Master’s in International
Business from the renowned Grenoble Graduate School of Business in France in 2013, Mahmoud has
a solid academic foundation. Beginning as a Customer Service Representative at Fransabank
Lebanon, Mahmoud efficiently managed diverse portfolios, including SME, corporate, retail and
insurance files. Transitioning to the role of Financial Controller in Ghana at SNS Construction &
Trading LTD, Mahmoud successfully established and led the finance department, overseeing its
development and operations from inception, showcasing leadership and financial expertise.
In 2023, Mahmoud joined KLA as the Finance and Operations Manager, overseeing all finance matters
with a focus on efficiency and strategic financial planning. Mahmoud is well-versed in various
financial areas, including financial analysis, risk management, and strategic financial planning.
EDUCATION
Master in International Business – Grenoble Graduate School of Business, France (2013).
Bachelor of Business Banking and Finance – Lebanese American University, Lebanon (2011).
Baccalaureate in Life Science – International School of Choueifat (SABIS), Lebanon (2008
Languages
- Arabic
- English
- French
Certificates
▪ Train the Trainer (2019) – MEIRC Training and Consulting
▪ Legal Aspects of Banking Operations (2019) Association of Banks in Lebanon
▪ Banking Ethics (2018) – ESA Business School ▪ Selling Skills (2015) – PWC
▪ Lebanese Financial Regulations (2015) – Banque Du Liban. Banque Du Liban.
▪ Money Laundering-FATCA & Compliance Certificate (2015) – FRANSABANK SAL