Summary

I am a dedicated internal audit professional with extensive experience in performing risk-based audits and managing compliance in various organizations. I have successfully improved internal controls, identified fraudulent activities, and led critical audit assignments. My expertise lies in ensuring effective operational efficiency through strategic planning and risk management. I strive to maintain high standards in governance while supporting organizational objectives.

Experience

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Internal Audit Officer / Specialist
Common Management Unit (CMU) - The Global Fund [TB, AIDS,MALARIA,COVID 19]
Apr 2022 - Present | Islamabad, Pakistan

Key Responsibilities & Achievements
 
Ø  Audit Planning & Execution:
 
·     Develop and implement risk-based audit plans to evaluate financial and operational performance.
·     Conduct comprehensive field audits, ensuring adherence to policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
·     Prepare detailed working papers and draft audit reports, highlighting findings and recommendations.
·     Present audit results to senior management, ensuring clear communication of critical issues and opportunities for improvement.
·     Monitor the implementation and effectiveness of audit recommendations, ensuring corrective actions are taken and issues are resolved.
Ø  Internal Controls & Risk Management:
 
·     Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, identifying opportunities  to strengthen risk management practices.
·     Perform annual risk assessments at both PR and SR levels to ensure the organization is proactively managing risk.
·     Document audit findings and communicate compliance issues, performance gaps, and areas for improvement to relevant departments.
·     Review qualifications of individuals in key organizational positions to ensure they meet role-specific requirements.

Ø  Procurement & Compliance Auditing:
 
·     Ensure compliance with procurement processes for both local and international acquisitions, including PPRA (Public Procurement Regulatory Authority) rules.
·     Review standard bidding documents and audit procurement documentation to ensure compliance with established policies.
·     Perform pre-audits of procurement processes, verifying that purchases are within budget and compliant with policies.
·     Conduct audits of warehouse management, ensuring proper storage, inventory control, and compliance with stock management procedures.
·     Monitor the proper disposal of expired stock, ensuring it is incinerated in accordance with organizational policies.

Ø  Tax & Financial Auditing:
 
·     Review tax compliance related to procurement transactions, ensuring adherence to local tax laws.
·     Analyze complex calculations, including gratuities and performance increments, to ensure accuracy and compliance with organizational standards.

Ø  IT Auditing & Information Systems:
 
·       Implement audit strategies for information systems, focusing on risk management and IT security.
·       Ensure that IT security policies are current, and systems are adequately protected from internal and external threats.
·       Conduct business impact analysis to assess vulnerabilities and ensure the organization’s IT assets are secure.
·       Review disaster recovery and business continuity plans to ensure alignment with organizational requirements.
·       Audit the IT asset register within ERP systems, ensuring proper tracking and valuation of assets.

Ø  Special Audits & Consultations:
 
·       Under the supervision of the Chief Audit, lead special assignments, including management reviews, consulting projects, and special audits.









Key Achievements at Common Unit to Manage Global Fund Grants
 
Ø  Vendor Fraud Detection & Investigation:

·       Led the identification and reporting of a fraudulent supplier, following a whistleblower tip-off. Conducted a thorough investigation, collaborating with Global Fund stakeholders to identify and remove the fake vendor from the supply chain.
·       Ensured the completion of all required documentation and investigative procedures, preventing further fraudulent activity and maintaining the integrity of the grant funds.

Ø  System & Security Enhancements:

·       Identified and reported critical system and security vulnerabilities within the LMIS (Logistics Management Information System) / IDMIS (Infectious Disease Management Information System).
·       Provided detailed reports and recommendations for addressing weaknesses, contributing to the strengthening of system security and the protection of sensitive data.
 

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SENIOR AUDIT SUPERVISOR
GREY HOUSE CONSULTANCY PRIVATE LIMITED
Jan 2020 - Mar 2022 | Rawalpindi, Pakistan

Key Responsibilities & Achievements
 
Ø  Operations Management & Leadership:
·       Oversee day-to-day company operations, ensuring efficient execution of business functions and alignment with organizational goals.
·       Lead recruitment initiatives, ensuring the acquisition of top talent to support business growth and operational excellence.
·       Provide strategic and administrative leadership, driving key business decisions to support long-term growth and profitability.
·       Manage client-facing initiatives with a focus on innovation in products and client experience.

Ø  Client Relationship Management:

·       Foster and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring satisfaction and long-term partnerships.
·       Offer expert advisory services on legal matters related to SECP (Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan) and FBR (Federal Board of Revenue) regulations, providing proactive solutions for client needs.
·       Coordinate with internal teams to ensure the timely and effective delivery of services to clients.
·       Conduct client meetings to address legal challenges and provide strategic guidance on SECP and FBR compliance.

Ø  Team Leadership & Training:

·       Lead and manage a team responsible for handling client registration and regulatory compliance with SECP and FBR.
·       Supervise and mentor staff, providing training on the intricacies of company registration, tax filing, and legal advisory processes.
·       Review and approve financial statements prepared by team members, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal and financial standards.

Ø  Database Management & Reporting:

·       Maintain a comprehensive client database for individual tax filings and company tax filings, ensuring data integrity and confidentiality.
·       Monitor and ensure the quality and accuracy of client records, ensuring they are up to date with SECP and FBR filings.

Key Achievement at Grey House Consultancy Private Limited
 
Ø  Company Status Transformation:

·       Successfully managed and executed the entire process of converting the status of a Private Limited Company to a Single Member Company (SMC) with SECP, following a dispute between the company’s three directors.
·       Solely handled all aspects of the company status change, including documentation, filings, and regulatory compliance, ensuring the timely completion of the process under tight deadlines.
 

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Manager Audit
CANTEEN STORES DEPARTMENT
Dec 2015 - Nov 2019 | Rawalpindi, Pakistan

Key Responsibilities & Achievements
 
Ø  Audit Planning & Execution:
 
·       Develop and implement comprehensive annual audit plans for each operational division, ensuring all areas are thoroughly assessed for compliance and operational efficiency.
·       Lead the planning, organization, and execution of internal audit operations across all regions, ensuring audits are performed according to established schedules and guidelines.
·       Review and finalize audit reports prepared by team members before submission to the Director of Audit, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and alignment with audit objectives.
Ø  Internal Control & Process Improvement:
 
·       Review and analyze activities and action plans defined by management to address audit findings, ensuring issues are resolved in a timely and effective manner.
·       Recommend methods to strengthen internal controls, enhance procedures, and mitigate operational risks, contributing to improved efficiency and compliance.

Ø  Special Audits & Project Oversight:
 
·       Lead special assignments as directed by management, including conducting surprise stock takes and performing audits for major capital projects such as construction and asset acquisitions.
·       Ensure compliance with procurement procedures during major project audits, verifying that proper vendor selection, procurement processes, and payment procedures were followed.

Ø  Procurement & Vendor Management:
 
·       Oversee and review procurement processes to ensure compliance with PPRA (Public Procurement Regulatory Authority) rules and that vendor selection meets the organization's standards for quality and service.
·       Review and verify invoices to ensure proper documentation and accurate processing of payments to suppliers as per contractual agreements and internal policies.
·       Conduct audits of the vendor onboarding and selection processes to ensure transparency and fairness.
·       Ensure three-way matching (purchase order, goods receipt, and invoice) is consistently and accurately applied.

Ø  Supply Chain & Warehouse Audits:
 
·       Evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of the supply chain management processes, identifying opportunities for improvement.
·       Review warehouse management practices, ensuring adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs) for good storage practices and the security of stock items.
·       Conduct warehouse assessments to ensure proper handling, storage, and security measures are in place to protect inventory.
 
Key Achievement at Canteen Stores Department (CSD)
 
Ø  Surprise Stock Take & Recovery:
 
·       Successfully led a surprise stock take audit involving over 8,000 SKUs with multiple variants, identifying significant stock shortages.
·       Collaborated with the audit team to trace discrepancies and recover the missing inventory from the responsible staff, ensuring accountability and minimizing losses.
 

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Audit officer
Vision Pharmaceuticals (Pvt.) Ltd.
Apr 2014 - Dec 2015 | Islamabad, Pakistan

Key Responsibilities & Achievements
 
Ø  Audit Reporting & Documentation:
·       Prepare and present detailed audit reports that reflect findings, document processes, and provide actionable recommendations to senior management.
·       Ensure all audit results are accurately recorded and communicated to relevant stakeholders, supporting continuous improvement in processes and controls.

Ø  Pre-Audit & Procurement Verification:

·       Perform pre-audits on all payments to vendors, verifying compliance with procurement processes, contractual terms, and organizational policies.
·       Review and evaluate procurement documentation for completeness, accuracy, and adherence to internal procedures and regulatory standards.
·       Conduct pre-audits of purchase requisitions and purchase orders on SAP, ensuring alignment with company policies and approved budgets.

Ø  Invoice & Procurement Reconciliation:

·       Reconcile vendor invoices against delivery challans and goods receipt notes (GRNs), ensuring that raw materials received match the approved purchase orders.
·       Verify that all raw materials are accurately recorded in the relevant warehouses and SAP codes, ensuring proper inventory management and control.

Ø  Imported Raw Materials & Local Procurement Compliance:

·       Ensure that proper procurement processes are followed for imported raw materials, including the verification and completeness of clearance and shipment documents.
·       Oversee local procurement activities to ensure compliance with the company's procurement manual and PPRA (Public Procurement Regulatory Authority) rules.

Ø  Inventory Management & Discrepancy Resolution:

·        Monitor stock movements, ensuring the physical quantities received and issued match the recorded quantities in SAP, identifying and addressing any discrepancies.
·        Conduct physical counts of raw materials in warehouses and report any discrepancies to senior management, ensuring accurate inventory records and accountability.

Ø  Vendor Contract Management:

·       Ensure that contracts with vendors are executed and managed according to organizational policies, ensuring timely deliveries, and compliance with terms.


Key Achievement at Vision Pharmaceuticals Private Limited
 
Ø  SAP Business One Implementation:

·       Selected by the Head of Internal Audit to lead the implementation of the SAP Business One system, specifically focusing on the internal audit module.
·       Collaborated with ABACUS Consulting to successfully implement the module, ensuring seamless integration of audit processes within the SAP system, contributing to enhanced efficiency and audit accuracy.
 

Education

ISACA
Certification, ‎
Information Security Awareness and ISO 27
Incomplete
2025
Chartered Institute of Public Finance & Accountancy (CIPFA)
Short Course, ‎
Fraud Risk Management
Incomplete
2023
ACCA (U.K.)
Certification, ACCA UK‎
Auditing, Accounting & Finance
Completed
2017

Skills

Expert Analytical Skills
Expert Audit Assignment Handling
Expert Audit Planning And Execution
Intermediate Audit Processing
Expert Audit Reports Management
Expert Configuration Switches
Intermediate Continuous Improvement
Expert Electrical Controls Knowledge
Intermediate External Audit
Intermediate External Clients Handling
Intermediate Financial Statement Analysis
Expert Hands-on Problem Solving
Intermediate Hiring And Training
Expert Leadership And Strategy
Expert Presentation Skills
Expert Purchase Procurement Knowledge
Expert Quality Assurance And Reporting
Expert Risk Assessment
Expert Risk Management
Expert Risk Management and Compliance
Intermediate Stakeholder Engagement
Expert Taxations Knowledge
Expert سياسات التنفيذ

Languages

Intermediate Urdu
Intermediate English

Rizwan Contacts

Sanaullah ullah
TCS Private Limited
Yasir N/A Niaz
ACTED Pakistan