Divar (Agah Pardazan Houshmand PJS) is a prominent classified ads platform in Iran, offering services related to real estate, vehicles, electronics, home services, personal items, entertainment, and job postings. Additionally, Divar holds a significant ownership stake in other companies, such as Karnameh, and operates as a subsidiary of Hezardastan Group.My responsibilities include managing the FP&A and Financial Accounting divisions, preparing individual and consolidated financial statements, overseeing tax and social security affairs, supervising cost accounting, handling external audits and audit reports, and planning and monitoring budgeting, monthly reports, and financial analysis.

Negah Holding is a subsidiary of Karafarin Bank, specializing in software and hardware support for the bank’s operations. Additionally, Negah Holding has investments in IT fields.In my role at Negah Co, I was responsible for preparing individual and consolidated financial statements, overseeing tax and social security affairs, supervising cost accounting, managing financial reporting for group companies, coordinating with external auditors, and planning and monitoring budgeting, budget control, and restated budgets for the group.

This company is a pharmaceutical holding that includes Avin, DDP, Momtaz, GDDP, ZDDP, and DDS companies. During my tenure, I served as the CFO of DDP, GDDP, and ZDDP for three years, CFO of Momtaz Distribution Co for two years, and Investment Manager of Avin Co for 1.5 years. My main responsibilities and achievements during this period were as follows:CFO of DDP Group:Managed accounting and financial reporting for group companies.Collaborated with external auditors.Developed financial and tax strategies.Monitored cash balances and forecasts.Arranged debt and equity financing.Monitored overall financial performance, elevating the division’s standards.CFO of Momtaz Distribution Co:Conducted a deep restructuring of the financial division.Ensured high accountability and timely reporting.Played a key role in decision-making for the board of directors and Managing Director.Achieved significant growth and profitability for the company.Resolved previous tax and social security issues.Enhanced the company’s reputation in the industry.Investment Manager of Avin Co:Managed all investment-related tasks, including stock acquisition, feasibility studies, and performance analysis.Oversaw short-term portfolio management.Contributed to financial and accounting policy-making within the group.

This company is a major investment and holding group in Iran, with a primary focus on the oil and gas sector. Its diverse portfolio includes upstream operations, refining, petrochemicals, transportation, marine services, construction, real estate, financial services, and commercial activities. The group boasts an estimated annual turnover of 1,874 million USD.My responsibilities included preparing individual and consolidated financial statements, supervising tax and social security affairs, overseeing cost accounting and financial reporting for group companies, managing external audits, and planning and supervising budgeting and budget control for the entire group.Notably, During my tenure, I held the position of a Member of the Board of Directors at Paak Dairy, representing the company on behalf of OPIC from February 2014 to January 2016.

This corporation operates as a holding company, with a primary focus on investing in constructive companies. It holds a majority stake in four companies and a non-controlling interest in two others.My responsibilities included preparing individual and consolidated financial statements, overseeing tax and social security matters, managing cost accounting, handling financial reporting for group companies, liaising with external auditors, and managing investor relations. Additionally, I was responsible for overseeing stock market affairs.

This firm is a prominent auditing company in Iran, affiliated with NEXIA International—a leading global network of independent accounting and consulting firms. As a former supervisor of the audit team, I oversaw various types of audits, including financial, tax, progress, budget, and investment plans. Additionally, I was responsible for preparing financial statements for diverse companies across industrial, commercial, and construction sectors.

ITA Airways, also known as Italia Trasporto Aereo, serves as Italy’s national airline. As a government-owned carrier, it operates both domestic and international flights, connecting Italy to key destinations worldwide. During my tenure as a Supervisor of Airport Traffic Agents at Alitalia Airline, I was also responsible for preparing monthly financial reports for the head office. My timely and well-documented reports had a positive impact, and the designed structure remained effective for many subsequent years. Although this work experience diverged from my main career path, it provided valuable exposure to different cultures and a well-organized international company, which proved advantageous early in my career.