Results-driven international tax and IFRS reporting expert with a proven track record in corporate tax, transfer pricing, IFRS reporting, consolidation, and transformation. Leading the charge in corporate tax implementation across the UAE entities with an objective to have an optimal structure for the Group, Spearheading automation initiatives to reduce the manual efforts and improve in quality of data and enhance turnaround time, driving efficiency in the financial processes. Worked on the Group efforts to raise US$ 350 million through green bonds and providing technical insights on complex accounting and tax matters.Experience:Corporate Tax Leader | UAE- Leading the corporate tax implementation across all companies in the UAE, optimizing tax structures and compliance.IFRS Consolidation Expert- Pioneering the automation drive for consolidation processes under IFRS, handling over 25 entities for streamlined financial reporting.Financial Process SOP Developer- Assisted in the preparation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for various financial processes, ensuring efficiency and compliance.Segment Reporting Specialist- Managing segment reporting and cash flow reporting for enhanced financial transparency and decision-making.Technical Accounting & Tax Advisor- Played a key role in preparing technical notes on intricate accounting and tax matters, offering valuable insights to stakeholders.

Driven financial leader with a wealth of experience spearheading financial reporting under IFRS and navigating complex tax compliances and strategies across a diverse array of regions and countries. My expertise spans the Middle East, India, Germany, Poland, Korea, Japan, Russia, and more. I've consistently delivered top-notch results through innovative transfer pricing, tax strategy projects, and strategic business team support. With a strong commitment to excellence, I've been at the forefront of educating teams on international tax topics and driving automation projects to optimize data quality and efficiency.International Financial Reporting & Tax StrategistLed financial reporting (IFRS) and directed tax compliances and strategies across global regions including the Middle East, India, Germany, Poland, Korea, Japan, Russia, and more.Transfer Pricing PioneerFormulated and successfully implemented transfer pricing frameworks, ensuring compliance and efficiency across diverse geographies.Tax Strategy MavenHeaded various tax strategy projects, delivering innovative solutions that create value and mitigate risks.Business Team Support ExtraordinaireCollaborated with business teams to provide expert guidance on tax-related aspects, consistently driving optimal outcomes.International Tax EducatorLed comprehensive training programs for teams on critical international tax topics like BEPS, Transfer pricing, Tax treaties, and Permanent Establishment, ensuring in-house expertise and compliance.Automation EvangelistPioneered automation projects aimed at reducing effort, enhancing data quality, and quickening turnaround times.

Financial reporting and Tax compliances, Transfer pricing

Ensure timely and accurate financial statements and reports that are appropriate for the users and in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP);Develop, implement, and ensure compliance with internal financial and accounting policies and procedures;Establish guidelines for budget and forecast preparation, and prepare the annual budget in consultation with the head of departments;Monitor risk management policies and procedures to ensure that program and organizational risks are minimized;Assist in formulation of SOPs to conduct business activities in the efficient manner;Managing including negotiating financial proposal with External & Internal Auditors, Tax and other financial consultants;Direct and Indirect Tax management including Corporate taxes, Transfer Pricing & Service tax;Ensure that all statutory requirements of the organization are met including the Companies Act 2013, Labour and Allied laws, Taxes etc.Oversee all payroll functions to ensure that employees are paid in a timely and accurate manner;SAP implementation for new entity set up in India within the group;Evaluate the need for new technology to meet the organization's financial data processing, control, and reporting requirements;Oversee the management of all leases, contracts and other financial commitments

Identifying gaps in business / finance processes and achieve best practices and support decision making across levels and basis for financial accounting;Support business teams for setting up the processes for their new projects; Ensure that accounting policies are in compliance with Indian GAAP and IFRS (Group reporting);Manage both External and Internal Auditors;Tax management;Monthly Closure of Accounting books etc;Setting up MIS process and provide timely information to management;Implementation of upgraded ERP system (SAP);Legal Contracts Management.

Planning and executing Audits of Listed and large Private / Public sector companies;Resource Management and preparation of Audit execution budgets and control actual;Conduct training on various technical issues / updates to clients and internal teams;Preparation of Technical Note on various accounting and auditing issues;Ensuring the compliance of Auditing Standards and Firm risk policies;Preparation and Presentations made to Audit committees;Identifying business opportunities both within existing and new client;Client relationship and receivables management.

Providing costing/budgeting/forecasting support;Executing financial MIS, providing financial process support through proper evaluation tools for capital expenditure and operating expenditure;Constantly seeking, recommending and implementing cost reduction/management opportunities;Inventory and materials management, achieve best practices and support decision making across levels and basis for financial accounting

External Audits of the Financial Statements Prepared as per IFRS

Audit & Assurance Services