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Managing a team of finance professionals, overseeing day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger maintenance Preparing and presenting monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to the management, providing insights and recommendations for financial performance improvement. Conducting financial analysis, forecasting, and budgeting to guide decision-making and ensure fiscal responsibility.Managing tax-related activities, including preparation and submission of monthly tax returns & and withholding statements.Preparing and reviewing import documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance with import regulations.Managing relationships with different Banks, tax consultants, legal consultants, and external auditors.Managing cashflows and implemented process improvements that streamlined financial workflows and reduced processing times

At HAMD, I was responsible for the following tasks:Leading audit and advisory engagements, including planning, scoping, fieldwork, and reportingSupervising and mentoring team members, providing feedback and guidance on their work, and ensuring that they have the necessary skills and knowledge to perform their job dutiesReviewing work performed by team members to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with audit and advisory standardsDeveloping and maintaining strong relationships with clients, understanding their business needs and challenges, and identifying opportunities to provide additional servicesProviding technical expertise and guidance to team members, including researching and interpreting complex accounting and auditing standards and regulationsContributing to the development of best practices for audit and advisory engagements, including identifying areas for improvement and implementing solutionsParticipating in business development activities, including networking and marketing efforts, to promote the firm's services and generate new business opportunities.

Lead various teams in external audits, internal audits, and special assignments of different Public listed, unlisted, and private companiesPerformed audit procedures, including identifying and defining issues, developing criteria, reviewing and analyzing data and evidence, and documenting client processes and procedures.Conducted the Company's financial performance analysis.Evaluation of Internal Control systems, identifying control deficiencies, duplication, fraud, or non-compliance with laws, and making appropriate recommendations.Preparation of Separate and Consolidated Financial Statements in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards.Carried out system analysis exercises to identify gaps and performed needs assessment for an organization.Identifying, developing, and documenting audit issues and recommendations using independent judgment concerning areas being reviewed.Communicating with clients to gather information and resolve audit-related issues.Plan, develop strategies and supervise fieldwork team in all phases of an audit engagementWork closely with staff and partners on practice development and client managementSupporting the team in ad-hoc projects and special assignments.Continuously seeking opportunities to improve processes and increase efficiency.Frequently perform analytical procedures to identify unusual or unexpected trends in relation to expectations and performance

Assisting in planning and conducting audit engagements, including performing risk assessments and identifying key audit areasTesting internal controls and performing substantive testing procedures on financial statement accounts and transactionsPerforming analytical reviews of financial statements to identify potential errors or anomalies Documenting audit work and preparing work papers to support findings and conclusionsAssisting in the preparation of audit reports, including drafting findings and recommendations based on the results of audit proceduresParticipating in training and professional development programs to improve skills and knowledgeAdhering to ethical and professional standards, including maintaining independence and objectivity in all audit engagementsManaging time effectively to ensure that deadlines are met and that audit work is completed within the agreed-upon timeframe