Summary

divpAs a seasoned and dynamic financial professional with over a decade of hands-on experience in accounting, finance, and auditing, I specialize in driving transformative change within financial operations. With a proven track record of enhancing profitability through strategic planning, budget management, and investment analysis, I excel in optimizing processes, reducing costs, and implementing robust controls to bolster efficiency across diverse industries./p
pMy reputation as a goal-focused leader with expertise in accounting & finance management, internal/external audits, financial reporting (IAS, ISA, GAAP, & IFRS), corporate governance, corporate/contract law & tax, cash‐flow forecasting, vendor & customer management, team leadership & training, internal controls & policy manuals, strategic planning & analysis, bank reconciliations, asset management, investment analysis, financial & business analysis, complex problem resolution, communication skills, MS Office (Excel), QuickBooks, Peachtree, Tally ERP 9 MAYOB, and financial ERP systems, is demonstrated in my career history. My knowledge extends to leading cross-functional teams, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and spearheading initiatives to achieve organizational objectives while mitigating risks./p
pWith a keen eye for detail and a strategic mindset, I have successfully developed departmental strategies, made accurate financial projections, and directed teams to surpass financial goals. My proficiency in monitoring financial performance, managing budgets, and overseeing operations allows me to navigate complex financial landscapes with confidence and precision. A collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills, I am adept at fostering meaningful relationships at all levels of an organization, and I am equally skilled in cultivating productive partnerships beyond organizational boundaries./p
pDriven by a passion for excellence and a commitment to continuous improvement, I am poised to leverage my expertise and leadership acumen to deliver tangible results for your organization. With a focus on innovation and a dedication to excellence, I am eager to contribute to the success and growth of your team./p/div

Experience

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Finance Manager
Aagro Agtech
Jan 2022 - Present | Lahore, Pakistan

Deliver strategic direction, insights, and recommendations to the team members to drive financial performance. Render a keen eye for detail to produce accurate and timely financial reports, such as income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements. Function in close collaboration with other departments to develop strategic initiatives and align financial goals with the overall business objectives. Assume and maintain full accountability for creating budgets, forecasts, and financial models to facilitate business objectives.
Key Accomplishments

Set a benchmark of excellence by developing and maintaining financial models to forecast company performance, such as revenue, expenses, and cash flow projections.
Built synergies with the senior management to develop strategic initiatives and business plans, and deliver financial insights and analysis for facilitating decision-making initiatives.

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Accounts & Finance Manager
Super Brands International LLC
Jun 2018 - Dec 2021 | Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Managed accounting, payroll, internal audit, final settlement, HR, IT, insurance, and taxation activities in the accounts department to ensure seamless workflow. Created, maintained, and presented budget variance reports to the management to enhance financial decision-making. Positioned to administer capital budgeting and investment appraisal processes while ensuring accurate financial data and reports for the management. Actively liaised with accounting departments to gather and compile valuable information for detailed reporting and reduce discrepancies. Developed budgets and conducted investment evaluations for new projects while utilizing projected cash flow analysis. Optimized profits through thorough factor, financial, and business analysis.
Key Accomplishments

Succeeded in minimizing negotiable expenses by negotiating assets and vendor contracts and maintaining various accounts in accordance with the company policies and regulatory standards.
Mitigated financial risk by executing comprehensive financial management strategies and overseeing L/Cs, salaries, payroll, and supply chain finances.
Achieved AED 110K annual savings on lease costs by enforcing 45-day credit terms for all vendors.
Attained a 10% increase in the team productivity by directing four‐member accounting team for three years.
Coordinated with marketing and advertising departments to launch new campaign and generate $5M in revenue within a year by adjusting monthly budgets for first quarter.

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Senior Accountant
AL Raqeem Intellectual Property LLC
Feb 2016 - May 2018 | Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Handled banking affairs and office administration activities through legal form. Built synergies with internal/external auditors, clients, suppliers, and banks to assess payments and manage accounts payable/receivable, fixed assets register, aging analysis, and warehouse inventory through stock reports and counts. Maintained accurate financial records including bank reconciliations, account ledgers, payrolls, and executed bank and accounts reconciliations.
Key Accomplishments

Achieved bottom line results by building a team of six‐member audit specialist and accounting team in six‐month merger process with another corporation.
Minimized cots to 11% by overseeing payroll activities and implementing accounting plans.
Achieved a 65% increase in departments staying within budget each month by implementing mid-month checkpoints for representatives and department heads.

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Associate Audit, Accounts & Finance
Kaleem & Co. Chartered Accountants
Jan 2013 - Dec 2015 | Lahore, Pakistan

Created new business proposals as well as steered internal/external audit assignments in line with international standards on auditing. Designed and implemented audit plans while taking approval from managers and partners. Organized and recorded knowledge of entities and its control environment for audit execution. Prearranged and conducted financial audits and audit budgets. Conducted effective risk and control assessments to complete audits. Cooperated with client BODs and external advisors to perform internal audits of business areas. Expertly worked as an Education Director to oversee training and continuing education process for 17 employees and three new hires.
Key Accomplishments

Ensured swift resolution of client issues related to audit by devising internal control systems and procedures.
Identified need for skills improvement and led regular training sessions for audit interns and assistants that improved overall work efficiency.
Developed and strengthened long‐term relations with three new audit clients to discuss meetings related to audits and determine engagement issues in a timely manner.
Increased productivity by 50% over two weeks by educating new team member on company policies.

Education

Accountants & Auditors Association - UAECA
Certification, ‎
Accounting & Finance, Auditing
Completed
2017
Oxford Brookes University
Bachelors, BSc, ‎
Applied Accounting
CGPA /0
2015
ACCA (U.K.)
Certification, ‎
Accounting & Finance, Auditing
Completed
2015
DA public school ( O & A levels)
Intermediate/A-Level, , ‎
Accounting & Finance
2007
Ivars High School/Lahore learning campus
Matriculation/O-Level, , ‎
Administrative Sciences
2005

Skills

Expert Accounting
Expert Audit
Expert Bookkeeping
Expert Budgeting
Expert finance
Expert Financial Analysis
Expert Forecasting
Expert Internal Audit
Expert Journals
Expert Payables
Intermediate SECP
Intermediate Taxation
Expert 4 Knowledge of Taxation
Expert AAccounting
Expert ACCA
Expert Access to Finance
Expert Accounnts Management
Expert Account Keeping
Expert Account Management
Expert Account Optimization
Expert Account Payable
Expert Account Payables
Expert Account Receivable
Expert Account Receivables
Expert Account Reconciliation
Expert Account Software
Expert Accountants Management
Expert Accountants Stafford shire
Expert Accounting
Expert Accounting Analytics
Expert Accounting Applications Command
Expert Accounting Consultancy
Expert Accounting Database Command
Expert Accounting Entries
Expert Accounting Skills
Expert Accounting Software
Expert Accounting Software Command
Expert Accounting Softwares
Expert Accounting+
Expert Accounts
Expert Accounts / Manager
Expert Accounts Adminstration
Expert Accounts and Finance
Expert Accounts Finalization
Expert Accounts Finialization
Expert Accounts Functions
Expert Accounts Handling
Expert Accounts Issues Handling
Expert Accounts Management
Expert Accounts Optimization

Languages

Expert English

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