As Director of Financial Reporting Services, Audit & Assurance at Deloitte Ireland LLP, I lead the pre-issuance review of financial reports for a diverse portfolio of corporate and financial institutions, ensuring alignment with IFRS, GAAP, regulatory requirements, and corporate governance standards. I provide expert guidance on complex and high-risk accounting issues, offering technical interpretations, policy formation, and implementing new accounting standards. I also serve as a key resource for resolving contentious accounting matters.In addition to these responsibilities, I act as a trusted advisor to Corporate Finance teams on specialized accounting and financial reporting issues, particularly during mergers, acquisitions, and other significant transactions, ensuring technical accuracy and regulatory compliance. I collaborate with senior management, audit committees, and regulatory bodies to communicate technical accounting positions and their implications on financial reporting.I am committed to driving continuous improvement initiatives within the financial reporting process by leveraging technology and data analytics to enhance audit quality, efficiency, and insights. Furthermore, I mentor and develop junior staff, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning within the audit and assurance team.

Managed one of the largest European client relationships for JPMC, orchestrating the comprehensive management of key fund events including capital calls, distributions, deal payments, general partner fees, rebates, and carried interest calculations. Oversaw the monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting, audit, and reporting functions for a diverse portfolio of closed-ended and semi-closed-ended private equity and debt funds. Ensured the meticulous preparation of Fund and Investor NAV packs, Financial Statements, and Capital Statements, consistently upholding high-quality standards.Proactively engaged with key stakeholders, both within JPMC and the client organization, to facilitate effective communication and swift resolution of fund-related issues. Provided valuable support to clients on ad hoc projects, leveraging expertise to deliver tailored solutions. Played a critical role as part of the Peer Review team, tasked with monitoring the compliance of JPMC’s control framework.

Managed an international cross-functional team of up to 40 staff members, overseeing the development, coordination, and implementation of project plans to support firm initiatives and enhance overall performance. Formulated communication plans for those charged with governance (TCWG) and provided regular updates to ensure accountability and responsiveness.Represented the firm in Central Bank of Ireland supervision meetings for audit clients, upholding audit quality as the Engagement Quality Control Reviewer. Served as the primary contact for C-suite stakeholders, client finance teams, and group audit engagement teams, managing inquiries, resolving complaints, and fostering positive engagement.Led large global audits, guiding PwC UK, US, and France teams to meet objectives and deliver high-quality results. Contributed to the audit quality team by devising, deploying, and monitoring quality initiatives and reviewing KPIs. Collaborated with the audit transformation team to develop strategic direction and implement efficiency initiatives that maximized profitability.Mentored and coached 10-15 staff members, enhancing their performance through the creation and distribution of training resources and promoting best practices. Delivered essential internal training sessions on IFRS, US GAAP, Irish GAAP, and Solvency II to optimize performance and productivity. Analyzed audit client business issues and developed strategic adjustments.Reviewed working papers to identify control weaknesses, aligning recommendations accordingly, and conducted Test of Controls and Walkthrough procedures in strict compliance with ISA and PCAOB standards within SOX and COSO frameworks. Presented audit findings to the Board of Directors and Audit Committee.

Provided audit and advisory services to national and global clients as an acting Engagement Manager, advising senior management on a diverse range of business initiatives with accounting implications. Directed IFRS convergence projects, including performing gap analysis between local GAAP and IFRS, identifying critical impact areas, and generating detailed position papers on significant accounting and reporting differences.Represented KPMG in client meetings, Board of Directors meetings, and Audit Committee meetings to present findings and provide strategic insights. Served as the Audit Department’s Efficiency Champion, devising and implementing plans to advance global efficiency initiatives, leading to cost savings and increased profitability.Managed and monitored WIP balances and receivables to ensure efficient Audit Department operations. Established and led a central training team of 30 staff members, developing, coordinating, and executing innovative training plans tailored to local requirements.

Seconded to the KPMG London office from 2013 to 2015 as a Senior Manager due to my expertise in insurance audit, where I successfully implemented the Solvency II regime in the insurance sector. During this time, I contributed to several KPMG thought leadership publications, including the KPMG UK General Insurance Strategy, the General Insurance Benchmarking Survey, and the design of KPMG's Risk Diagnostic Tool for Consumer Protection, as well as the Financial Services Credentials Pack.

Agthia is a leading FMCG company in the UAE, established to acquire and manage businesses within the food and beverage sector. In my role, I was primarily responsible for preparing and monitoring the company’s annual budget, a critical task that required close collaboration with various departments and direct reporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO). My responsibilities extended beyond budgeting to include assisting the CFO in overseeing the financial operations of Agthia’s subsidiaries, ensuring that all financial activities were aligned with the company’s strategic objectives.I played a significant role in the development of strategic plans, providing financial insights and analysis that informed key decision-making processes. Additionally, I was in charge of the monthly MIS reporting, which involved compiling and analyzing financial data to present actionable insights to the management team. A key aspect of my role was monitoring Bills of Materials (BoMs) to ensure cost efficiency and investigating any variances that arose, which helped in maintaining budgetary controls and optimizing operational costs.Moreover, I was responsible for the finalization of statutory financial statements, ensuring that all financial reports were accurate, compliant with regulatory standards, and delivered in a timely manner. This role required a strong understanding of financial regulations and meticulous attention to detail, as well as the ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines.

My primary responsibility was to act as engagement in-charge on key financial services clients (banks and insurance companies) of the Firm and provide training to fellow colleagues on KPMG methodology.

I completed my mandatory 4 year training period with KPMG Pakistan. My primary responsibility was to ensure the execution of the audit plan on the assigned audit clients.