Manage the full spectrum of accounting functions, including accounts payable/receivable, general ledger, and financial reporting.Oversee the month-end and year-end close processes to ensure accuracy and adherence to deadlines.Coordinate with department heads to develop and monitor departmental budgets, providing financial analysis and recommendations as needed.Lead a team of junior accountants, providing mentorship, training, and performance evaluations.Collaborate cross-functionally with departments such as finance, operations, and human resources to support business objectives and initiatives.Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.Preparation and submission of a quarterly VAT returnPrepare and analyze financial statements, variance reports, and ad hoc financial analyses for management review.Act as the primary liaison with external auditors during annual audits, providing documentation and explanations as necessary.

Shahid & Bukhari Ready Mix Concrete (Pvt) Ltd is leading name in construction industry providing ready mix concrete to various multimillion projects in Islamabad / Rawalpindi. These projects include Zem Mall, Hash Residency, DHA and Bahria. Highlights of my work include: Responsibilities● Managed a team of junior accountants, providing guidance and mentoring to enhance their professional development and overall productivity. ● Working on funding and financing initiatives● Responsible for the accounting operations which includes monthly management accounts, payroll, annual corporate tax return, accounts payables and receivables. ● Supervision of day to day accounting operations and suggesting corrective action in case of deviation.● Present annual and quarterly budgets and liquidity reports, forecasts, and budget vs. actual variances to the managing director ● Present cash position and future funding requirements to the managing director ● Serve as an advisor to the director in process improvement with a view of improving margins by sourcing materials at optimal cost, cash flow, and enhancing statuary compliance ● Development of organizational wide policies and SOP’s and ensuring compliance with the same after approval from higher management● Monitoring of internal controls systems and reporting and providing recommendations to management regarding any deviations or gaps ● Assisting in year-end external financial audit process by coordinating with auditors ● Hiring and training of the accounting staffKey Achievement:● Successfully led the implementation of a new accounting software system, resulting in a 30% reduction in processing time and improved accuracy in financial reporting.

Quilim group is a pioneer in hospitality business having restaurant and marquees chain in Faisalabad. The group has grown enormously over years as an organization and this is reflected in all operational domains of the entity.I led a team of 4 to discharge all functions of finance and prepared and presented management reports by 10th working day of month close, liaison with external auditor for timely completion of annual audit, reviewed and implemented improvements to controls and processes to better manage working capital with laser focus on receivables. I Closely coordinated with the team of IT staff for the development of cloud based order booking / event management solution, accounting software, construction of chart of account and various reports to be presented to the management.Responsibilities● Overseeing financial reporting and analysis activities, ensuring accurate and timely delivery of financial statements and management reports.● Managed a team of junior accountants, providing guidance and mentoring to enhance their professional development and overall productivity.● Led the month-end and year-end closing processes, including reconciliations, journal entries, and financial statement preparation.● Implemented cost-saving measures and process improvements, resulting in a 20% reduction in departmental expenses.● Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline interdepartmental workflows and enhance efficiency in financial operations.● Conducted in-depth variance analysis to identify trends, outliers, and opportunities for improvement, contributing to informed decision-making at the executive level.● Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements and accounting standards, maintaining meticulous documentation for audits and reviews.

Kamal Limited is a vertically integrated textile group involved in the spinning of yarn to manufacturing of home linen and apparel. With inception as a single unit, today their infrastructure spans in seven different locations whilst providing employment opportunities to thousands of people across Pakistan. Responsibilities● Maintenance of books of accounts in accordance with the statutory requirements● Monitoring and handling of day to day accounting processes and effective management of payables and receivables● Preparation of financial statements in accordance with the requirements of companies ordinance 1984 and IFRS● Preparation of periodical reconciliations vis-à-vis bank reconciliation statements, debtor and creditors reconciliations to ensure accuracy of balances● Management of Kamal Limited – Employee provident fund trust accounts including member wise account maintenance of theirs and employers contribution, investment of provident fund contributions in mutual fund, national saving schemes, allocation of profit to members as per their share and preparation of final settlement dues. ● Assisting in the Year End audit process by providing all the needed information and supporting documents to the auditors● Submission of annual return of income of a company● Liaison with Tax department in dealing with all tax related matters and ensuring compliance with all tax laws● Liaison with Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) with respect to queries raised by it in relation to audited financial statements and appropriately responding to those queries● Developing the internal control mechanism to enhance strong control environment

Riaz Ahmad and Company (member firm of Nexia International) is one of the leading audit firm in Pakistan providing services pertaining to audit and assurance, tax, accounting compliance, financial advisory services etc.I was engaged in External Statutory Audits of public listed and non-listed companies as well as private limited companies. Moreover, I have been engaged as an in-charge in several internal audit assignments which includes pre and post-internal audits. The other tasks performed include special financial consultancy and tax assignments. Responsibilities• Planning and execution of an audit in accordance with International Standards on Auditing (ISA)• Review of final accounts, disclosures, auditor’s report, management letter, management representation letter and board of director’s minutes of meeting for approval of accounts.• Preparation of accounts and disclosures from trial balance to finalization, along with the working of disclosures.• Reviewing the subject matter information (including the financial statements) in the light of statutory requirements, current accounting practices and disclosure requirements of the IFRS and other local statutes.• Internal Audit reporting; preparing reports, and communication of findings and recommendations in line with senior management.