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Lahore District, Punjab, Pakistan

Direct a talented team of 35 employees and control an overall operational budget of a 100 MW solar plant worth $150M through proper planning and execution. Lead entire operations from infancy to successful progression, aimed at ensuring the achievement of desired objectives. Deliver executive-level leadership support, directions, missions, and vision to multi-disciplinary teams for continuous solar plant performance improvement. Generate comprehensive reports and documents for the board to initiate data-driven decisions. Steered a wide range of multifaceted power plant operations and maintenance activities, financial planning/strategies, and tariff development functionsFollowing are achievements during the tenorFinancial Close:Actively involved in the Financial close of Quaid e Azam Solar Power Pvt Ltd USD 120 million Financing and Quaid e Azam Thermal Power Pvt Ltd USD 590 Million FinancingRegulatory Approval:Obtained regulatory approvals like Power Purchaser Consent, Grid Connectivity Study, Feasibility Approval from PPDB & PPIB, IEE Approval, Land Acquisition for power plant, and Generation License.Tariff Proceedings and Approvals: Represented in tariff hearings in NEPRA for Quaid e Azam Solar Power (Pvt) Ltd and Quaid e Azam Thermal Power (Pvt) Ltd for tariff determination. Also done one time COD adjustment in tariff for Quaid e Azam Solar Power (Pvt) Ltd.EPA/PPA, IA, and other Concession Agreements:Actively involved in the negotiation and signature of the Energy Purchase Agreement for Quaid e Azam Solar and Power Purchase Agreement Power (Pvt) Ltd and Quaid e Azam Thermal Power (Pvt) LtdContractual Settlements:Have been involved in settling EPC contractual disputes and issues such as time extensions, cost escalation, punch list settlements, and LDs settlements. Operation and Maintenance Supervision:During the tenure of the CEO ship from 2021 to 2024. Production of the plant was 1.5% more than the O&M contractual target as compared to 2017-2021.

Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan

In this role, while acting as a Chief Financial Officer & Company Secretary I formulated monthly and annual accounts, prepared a yearly budget, and processing disbursements to institutes.Through the development of detailed documentation, I directly reported to board members and communicated with governmental agencies.A few of my major achievements are the following:• Generated 25%+ income over funds deposits via negotiations with potential financial institutions and fixing deposits in line with expected cash-out flows.• Delivered individualized training to 20K+ personnel, resulting in securing a $15M cost.• Devised and implemented modern Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) regarding accounts, procurements, and human resource departments.• Orchestrated deployment of advanced financial systems, such as accounts payable, general ledger, accounting, and financial statements as per requirements.

Multan, Punjab, Pakistan

Being responsible for providing businesses and individuals with sound advice regarding their financial planning and investments. My duties included meeting with clients to establish their needs and obtain financial statements, using financial statements and legislation to develop financial plans to maximize profitability or reduce debts and researching investment opportunities for clients.

Multan, Punjab, Pakistan

To ensure the realization of defined objectives I directed a qualified engagement team of up to 10 personnel and reviewed staff performance as per defined standards, policies, and applicable requirements.To meet shared objectives, I assured fulfilment of all applicable regulatory compliance and methodologies in accordance with IAS, IFRS, ISAs, and statutory requirements.To determine organizational financial performance, I produced financial statements.Some of my selected achievements are the following:• Led all external/internal audits of 25 clients and financial advisory for 12 clients via strategic planning and execution.• Supervised entire activities related to comprehending challenging market landscape, evaluating risk management process, validating internal control policies/procedures, and benchmarking compared to global best practices.Prior experience as Chartered Accountant, Audit Senior, & Secondment at Ernst & Young, Pakistan & Saudi Arabia

Pakistan

Worked as Audit Senior with world leading Audit Firm.

Chartered Accountant, Accounting, Auditing,Taxation

Activities and Societies: Debating Society

Masters In Arts, Economics

Certified Public Accountant, Accounting And Business/Management

Introduction To Renewable Energy Technologies And Management And Economics Of Photovoltaic Projects, Introduction To Renewable Energy Technologies And Management And Economics Of Photovoltaic Projects

The Renewables Academy AG (RENAC) in Berlin provided advanced training, seminars and study tours in areas of renewable energy and energy.

Certified Director -Secp, Business Administration And Management, General

Director’s Training Program

Master'S Degree, Economics

M.Phil Accounting And Finance, Accounting And Finance, A+

Professional Ethics Exam For Licensure, Accounting, 95%