I bring along close to 17 years of hallmark career in Finance Account Management while significantly contributing in managing financial audit, compliance risks, analysis reporting, taxation, cash flow management, procedures and documentations. Completed my Masters in Business Administration in Finance from COMSATS Institute of Information Technology, Lahore, B.Sc. Applied Accounting from Oxford Brooks University, B.com from Punjab University, Lahore and CAT (UK) from The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, Glasgow UK also attained certification. Professional record demonstrates hands on exposure to develop the short and long term strategic planning of the operations while ensuring facility and organization objectives are achieved.
My key skills include Financial Management, Financial Strategic Planning, Forecasting, Modeling, MIS Reporting, Auditing, Compliance, Accounting Review, Budget Development Management, Cash Flow Management, Payables Management, Legal Case Management and People Management.
While working with Fatima Fertilizers Co. Limited as Accounts Manager Payables Insurance where I have efficiently managed and oversaw overall functions of the finance/accounts department led a team of accounting staff in performing accurate and timely monthly financial closing activities. Prepare management reports, statutory financial reports, and yearly expenditure budget for the company. During my carrier progression, I have received several recognitions. Attached is my resume which showcases my progressive experience and successful track record for developing, implementing enforcing a strong internal control environment. 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. Please feel free to contact me by phone or email.
Heading Finance, Accounts & Taxation departments
Developed and executed the company's financial strategy and long-term financial planning. This involves setting financial goals and objectives, determining how to achieve them, and monitoring progress.
Securing and enhancing financing limits of various types to cope with current and future cash- flow needs catering continuous growth.
Aligning overall finance function with sales to establish liaison with acquiring new clients.
Prepare and present accurate and timely financial reports to CEO. This includes income statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements, and other financial performance indicators.
Lead the budgeting and forecasting process, working closely with other departments to establish budgets, track performance against budgets, and make adjustments as necessary.
Manage the organization's capital structure, making decisions about debt, equity, and financing options. Ensure that the company has adequate access to capital to support its operations and growth.
Identify, assess, and mitigate financial risks facing the organization, including market risks, credit risks, and operational risks. Implement risk management strategies to protect the company's financial health.
Ensure compliance with all financial regulations, accounting standards, and tax laws.
Manage the company's cash flow to ensure there is enough liquidity to meet operational needs, pay debts, and invest in growth opportunities.
Oversee the company's investments and asset management strategies to maximize returns while minimizing risks. (Dubai, Spain, United Kingdom, Afghanistan and Saudi Arabia)
Establish and maintain internal financial controls and procedures to safeguard the company's assets and prevent fraud or mismanagement.
Provide financial analysis and insights to support strategic decision-making. This may involve evaluating potential mergers and acquisitions, partnerships, or other major investments.
Operating as the lead point of contact of any and all matters specific to accounts
Participate in the ongoing development/establishment of accounting policies and procedures and
operational strategies including the review and implementation of process and system changes
Continued focus on improving system efficiencies and business practice
Participate in financial projects including implementation of ERP system
Responsible for hierarchy and scalability in chart of accounts and accuracy in the general ledger and
financial statements and has ultimate authority over classification and booking of all transactions
Overseeing the daily activates of the accounting department and ensuring all major projects, month
end reports and year end reports are completed accurately and on time.
Processing of balance sheets, income statements and other financial statements according to legal
and company accounting and financial guidelines
Prepares asset, liability, and capital account entries by compiling and analyzing account information.
Guides accounting clerical staff by coordinating activities and answering questions.
Reconciles financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information.
Maintains financial security by following internal controls.
Handling with banking institutions including matters of Letter of Credit
Oversee the companys finance IT system
Drive the companys financial planning
Identify and address potential financial risks for company.
Operating as the lead point of contact of any and all matters specific to accounts
Participate in the ongoing development/establishment of accounting policies and procedures and
operational strategies including the review and implementation of process and system changes
Continued focus on improving system efficiencies and business practice
Participate in financial projects including implementation of ERP system
Responsible for hierarchy and scalability in chart of accounts and accuracy in the general ledger and
financial statements and has ultimate authority over classification and booking of all transactions
Overseeing the daily activates of the accounting department and ensuring all major projects, month
end reports and year end reports are completed accurately and on time.
Processing of balance sheets, income statements and other financial statements according to legal
and company accounting and financial guidelines
Prepares asset, liability, and capital account entries by compiling and analyzing account information.
Guides accounting clerical staff by coordinating activities and answering questions.
Reconciles financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information.
Maintains financial security by following internal controls.
Handling with banking institutions including matters of Letter of Credit
Oversee the companys finance IT system
Drive the companys financial planning
Identify and address potential financial risks for company.
• Delivered a full range of tax services in compliance with laws and regulations within timeframe; ensured compliance of taxes on payments to non-residents
• Supported accounting, payables, receivables, employee fund managers and HR department in taxation matters
• Provided excellent planning, consulting and expertise while building relationships with clients and interacting with them
• Involved in providing innovative tax planning and reviewing complex income tax return; ensured timely preparation and filing of tax returns and statements
• Identified and mitigated tax risks as well as kept track of all pending tax litigation of the Company and liaised with tax counsels/consultant for Corporate Tax Return and for all different open tax cases and consultation
• Managed tax provision and tax compliance process while involving with taxation authorities for all the correspondence
• Engaged in providing support and inputs on contracts (international & local) and financial models
• Updated the management on all changes in tax laws by preparing presentations and highlighting the same
• Liaised with the budget department and treasury department for forecasting and payment of monthly and quarterly Tax liabilities
• Handled and coordinated tax audits; interacted with Internal and External Auditors to meet their audit requirements
• Prepared all tax papers on regular basis and handled all information data requests while maintaining Tax record
• Contributed towards implementation of applicable SRO’s of Income Tax and Sales tax as announced by the Revenue authorities in Oracle R-12
• Served as Team Leader for implementation of provisions of Sales Tax act, 1990 relating to output taxability throes and was first time applicable to Fertilizer Industry
• Responsible for Development of various Tax reports in Oracle in order to ease the reporting
• Manage AP processes, Customer Vendor Relations, and ensure accurate & timely processing of up to 5,000 invoices per month for large, multi-site organizations
• Handle accounting functions including maintenance of general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and project accounting while ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Ensure adherence to company guidelines by developing, implementing and maintaining systems, procedures and policies including accounts payable functions
• Involve in managing monthly closing of financial records and posting of month end information and ensure accuracy of financial statements; assess and close A/P sub-ledger on a monthly basis, validate content and resolve various issues
• Prepare effective accounting and ad-hoc reports summarizing A/P data for Procurement, Inventory, Fixed Assets, HR and other departments; assure employee information is accurate and up to date
• Foster an environment of continuous improvement by implementing next-generation technologies and process automations (ERP Financial Systems Ver. R-12.1.3)
• Oversee timely, accurate processing of invoices, purchase orders, expense reports, debit memos and payment transactions
• Address escalated issues from employees and vendors regarding accounts payable
• Provide accounting assistance to project managers and operations staff; respond to financial questions/concerns to meet business needs
• Acts as a liaison between the company, government and external accountants to meet information needs and to ensure that proper information is maintained for historical purposes
• Monitor spending for adherence to budget, recommends variances as necessary as well as prepare and recommend operating and personnel budgets for approval
• Evaluate and analysis risk factors associated with Insurance Companies, Co-insurance companies & re-insurance companies
• Prepared Financial Model and analysis for banks to get Term Loan Demand Finance; assisted in forecasting and long term planning
• Assessed different possibilities to enhance work flow management for long term
• Evaluated financially different scenarios that can be used as alternatives to Natural Gas
• Prepared detailed analysis of budgeted figures for the year
• Involved in Finalization of Loan documents and registering of Charges (SECP)
• Maintained Charge related records and payments, markup calculation and payment, and updated record of Long term Loan payments
• Participated in budget preparation activities, Working Capital calculation and Cash Management
• Performed financial analysis, reporting and management activities; reviewed accounting procedures, recommended improvements, prepared accounts and different operational reports
• Guided and motivated finance team to enhance productivity and revenue; liaised with external auditors and government authorities
• Built healthy and long term relationships with clients and all business partners
• Reviewed the accounting procedures and recommended improvements; prepared and implemented costing system for effectiveness and efficiency
• Engaged in managing the program financial operations and organization’s resources planning as well as preparing investor management data and tax returns
• Involved in budget preparation activities and cost analysis for the firm; consolidated and analyzed financial data including budgets, income statement forecasts etc.
• Analyzed financial position of the company with competing companies including Engro and FFC; structured sophisticated reports on financial status and risks by assembling and summarizing data
• Recommended new and creative alternatives in order to reduce costs and improve financial performance
• Involved in internal audit activities and monitored Accounts Payables and Receivables
• Evaluated actual results in comparison with forecasts so as to track and determine financial status
• Drafted interim and final financial statements including cash flow and statement of changes in equity