Planned and assisted in forming tax-efficient and regulatory-compliant corporate structures creating long-term shareholder wealth for corporates and family offices. Advised and assisted Multi-National organisations to set up presence and operations in the Middle East, considering overall group structure, tax advantages, operational efficiencies, investments to be made and earnings repatriation.Worked with visionary leaders and formed business strategies that resulted in a competitive position, operational efficiency and risk mitigation.Delivered value on corporate transactions both on the sell-side and buy-side. Worked with VCs and investors in valuations, modellings, due diligence and negotiations. Assisted startups and SMEs to form an overall business vision that helped value creation, raising capital, streamlining business functions, and foreseeing and managing risks.

Lead and delivered process improvement assignment for a large group of businesses in the UAE, having 15+ entities in the group and operating in different sectors.Implemented a system of work delivery that resulted in internal process improvements and higher client satisfaction.Built high-performing teams and standardised firm's internal processes. Developed a learning culture within the firm and recognised value addition resulting in the enhancement of quality of services, which in turn resulted in gaining more referrals for services.

Controlled large construction projects for timely delivery and execution within budget. Monitored project progress and took proactive steps to prevent deviations.Played a key role in implementing ERP.Standardised budgeting process for the company by consolidating complex project budgets.Facilitated cash flow available for projects and managed the cash flow of the company.Improved internal controls. Fine-tuned information system and developed MIS.

Streamlined financial reporting process, eliminating root causes of mistakes and improving internal controls. Developed financial reporting mechanisms that minimise risks and ensure timely, error-free information. Finalized financial information and obtained audit reports from Big 4 Auditors within the targeted timeframe.Improved operating processes, documented them as SOPs and set Key Performance Indicators for the finance department. Motivated team, measured performance and appraised talent.Identified and reported cost-reduction opportunities. Implemented risk reduction mechanisms in operating processes.Developed, trained, motivated and lead a high-performing finance team to achieve group goals. Built a functioning finance department. Developed Work as well as Cash budgets and forecasts for the company by compiling individual projects and overhead budgets. Identified gap between group objectives for turnover with balance work on hand to set turnover and margin targets for the marketing function. Developed a culture of accountability for large construction projects by establishing budgets. Developed an MIS reporting mechanism to monitor actual performance and triggered corrective actions for deviations.Foreseen impact of taxes in UAE and proactively covered risks by inserting appropriate clauses to long-term construction contracts well in advance. Amended processes and records to easily comply with VAT. Conducted VAT training to departments on relevant areas. Ensured smooth transition into Tax environment.

Supervised the routine accounting task in the department on day to day basis and ensured transactions are being recorded on time and accurately as per the accounting policies.reported MIS on a timely basis and presented variance analysis in comparison with yearly budgets. Verified and approved vouchers and invoices and ensured all transactions are approved by the appropriate authority.

Conducted statutory and internal audits of companies and firms. Assisted in tax planning, tax computations and compliances.Prepared audit scope and audit programs. Planned financial audits by understanding applicable financial reporting frameworks and the nature of business.Identified risk areas, conducted tests of transactions and test of ledger balances. Verified conceptual andarithmetic accuracy of financial statements and audit schedules. Reviewed work done by team members. Collected and documented sufficient and appropriate audit evidence and compiled audit working papers. Discussing audit observations with managers and clients; Carried out alternative test procedures for additional comfort. Drafted internal audit reports and incorporated manager's comments. Presented reports in meetings.

Prepared audit scope and audit programs. Planning financial audits by understanding the organisation's business, objectives, structure, policies, processes, internal controls, and external regulations. Identifying risk areas; Took part in an investigative audit of an entity having INR 81 Billion and contributed to key findings. Conducted large corporate audits that included airport operators, huge infrastructure companies and manufacturing units. Conducted learning discussions within the organisation and contributed to peer-level learning.