I am a highly motivated and results-oriented Senior Financial Management Executive who brings along 14 years of experience in finance transformation, accounting operations, business planning and analysis, cost management, and performance reporting. I am highly skilled in designing and implementing financial solutions in diverse industries. Exceptional ability to translate financial results to senior management, develop innovative and transformative strategies and lead a focused, collaborative implementation of key organizational priorities that drive growth and profitability. I have completed CMA from Qualified Cost and Management Accountant and PIPFA from Associate Member of Pakistan Institute of Public Finance.
My key skills include treasury management, financial reporting, cash projections, change management, IT/ERP systems, credit management, forecasting & variance analysis, budget development, cash flow analysis, with-holding tax, financial controlling, internal control system, team leadership, strategic planning & analysis, problem resolution, cross-cultural communications, MS office (excel & word) and internet
Currently I am engaged with Ziauddin University, Karachi, as Deputy General Manager, where I am responsible for supervising Finance function, including payable and receivable, treasury management, budgeting forecasting, and financial reporting and analysis while participating in developing operating and capital budgets for University. Attached is my resume which showcases my progressive experience and successful track record for leading successful initiatives. My professional background and great industrial exposure coupled with an excellent track record makes me an ideal candidate for executive roles. As such, I would welcome a discussion regarding opportunities with your organization that fit my background.
Review and ensuring implementation of new Financial System alongwith ensuring effective recording and reporting of financial statements.
Ensuring the implementation of software as per SOP of the company. Training the existing staff of finance for adaptation of the new system.
Review and implement system changes in view of the company policies and procedure.
Approving all financial transactions of the corporate office.
Reviewing financial reports and budgets of all Business units.
Ensuring consolidated Financials are made on accurately and on timely basis for management review.
Liase with External Auditors for timely completion of Audit.
Liaison with all finance supervisors of the Business units in terms of budgeting, cash flow management and control procedures.
Progressed through a series of positions and swiftly rendered leading roles started as Finance Manager, than promoted to Manager Budget & Capital planning, Senior Manager Finance, and currently holding a leading role as Deputy General Manager.
Efficiently supervise Finance function, including payable and receivable, treasury management, budgeting forecasting, and financial reporting and analysis while participating in developing operating and capital budgets for University. Supervise and analyze department work to produce more efficient procedures, while retaining a high level of accuracy. Collaborate with banks, leasing, and insurance companies to arrange funded & non-funded facilities and arrangements.
• Successfully spearheaded the development and implementation of innovative project-based cost-benefit system, time registration system, and pre-quote cost calculations.
• Effectively assessed capital budgeting, support strategic business decision on expansion after going through detailed business plan, cash projections, and assessment of financial and operational capabilities.
• Launched comprehensive financial reviews and drafted forecast variance analyses, generating numerous cost saving strategies. Administered and remediated inventories resulting in the adoption of change management strategies.
Analyzed and created reports on department expenses and followed variances from budgeted costs. Contributed in department level improvement initiatives in order to improve effectiveness of the finance department.
Played a key role as an officer for ERP system from chart of accounts to final accounts, verified invoice posting and payment to vendor invoices, and approved purchasing and accounts payable transactions in a timely manner. Summarized financial status by collecting data on balance sheet schedules; respond accounting and financial enquiries.
• Efficaciously prepared, examined, and analyzed accounting records, financial statements, and reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards.
• Executed tax payment and reporting, generated with-holding and sales tax e-filling report, calculated inventory valuation, and tested accounting of payroll, including disbursement from ERP system.
• Oversaw overall payable function, foreign transactions, and bank reconciliation in SAP and steered all vendor related finance issue in SAP, including advance or invoice settlements.
Continuous advancement through a series of positions started with Assistant Accountant, promoted to Accountant, Senior Accountant and finally Associate Manager for managing cross functional teams and key business operations. Delivered financial payments and disbursements reports to facilitate decision-making process and ensure success of the corporation.
Proficiently formulated project cost, quarterly and annual budget, daily and monthly cash flow sheets, and sales reports and schedules as per the audit requirement. Actively liaised with bank to supervise bank guarantee, bid bonds, and other account related activities and control overall treasury functions. Enthusiastically interacted with tax consultants for various income and sales tax compliances, produce financial statements, and facilitate schedules and research discrepancies in explaining monthly differences in account analysis. Formulated journal entries, supervised authorized account reconciliation process, collected bank statements on monthly basis, and synthesized common ledger for subsidiary accounts. Collaborated with management to design and execute methods and procedures, and summarize financial status by collecting data on balance sheet schedules.
• Articulated various financial reports, including annual budget execution reports, quarterly financial statements for program and operational budgets with the compendium of policies & procedures of the organization.
• Knowledgeably identified funds requirement for payments on weekly or monthly basis to examine exchange gains or loss arising from the settlement of accounts payable.
• Spearheaded all accounting processes and led surveys to prepare recommendations for improvements, controls, new methods, and other changes to improve the efficiency of accounting systems.
• Skillfully compiled and analyzed financial information to organize entries to accounts, including general ledger accounts, and document business transactions.