I am a seasoned, versatile and results-driven Financial Manager who brings along over 15 years of experience in designing, development, implementation, and management of comprehensive core accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance systems for high growth organizations. I am adept at forecasting financial requirements, budget planning, implementations and reporting deadlines. Perfect review of adequacy and effectiveness of the organization’s system of internal control. I have completed Associate Public Accountant from Pakistan Institute of Public Finance Accountants – PIPFA, Islamabad and Master of Business Administration in Finance from Preston University – Peshawar Campus, Peshawar.
My key skills include risk assessment/mitigation, policies & procedures compliance, taxation & audit regulations, strategic planning & analysis, financial portfolio forecasting, continues process improvement, generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), budgeting & cost reduction, client/vendor negotiation, accounting life-cycle, cash flow management, audit quality assurance, team leadership and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
My technical skills include MS Office suite, QuickBooks, Peachtree, Sidat Hyder Financials and Quicken
Currently I am engaged with Behbud Association Pakistan - BAP, Rawalpindi, as GM Finance, Administration & HR, where I am responsible for managing accounts payable and accounts receivable, business insurance plans and health care coverage analysis, and maintenance of the inventory of all fixed assets. Attached is my resume which showcases my progressive experience and successful track record for leading successful initiatives. My professional background and great industrial exposure coupled with an excellent track record makes me an ideal candidate for executive roles. As such, I would welcome a discussion regarding opportunities with your organization that fit my background.
Principal strategist and visionary, orchestrated bottom-line factors including budgeting, cost benefits analysis, forecasting requirements and securing new funding, also facilitated strategic vision through fostering and cultivating stakeholder relationships.
Identified and assessed new funding opportunities, designed budgets, and effectively determined cost effectiveness of prospective service delivery with strict adherence to all contractual and programmatic requirements, as well as all local, state, federal, and contractual guidelines. Held bottom-line accountability for supervising all purchasing and payroll activities; developed internal control systems to safeguard financial assets of the organization. Controlled all endeavors of independent auditors, resolved audit issues in compliance with standards. Formulated the annual financial statements is in accordance with GAAP and federal & other required supplementary schedules and information. Managed Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, business insurance plans and health care coverage analysis, and maintenance of the inventory of all fixed assets.
Key Accomplishments:
• Completed evolving challenges related with digital transformation of the manual accounts into fully computerized system and augmented effectiveness, devised Accounts, Store, Fixed Assets and Payroll/HR modules using AIMS Accounting Software.
• With a focus towards continuous improvement, revised and structured Procurement Policy and Financial Manual, the entire procurement system and updated all information in fully automated computerized system.
• Challenged with overall responsibility to convert cash disbursement of salaries into a secured bank transfer for all staff.
• Played a major role in the success of the business; spearheaded and coordinated fiscal reporting activities including organizational revenue/expense and balance sheet reports, reports to funding agencies, and monitoring of various budgets.
Efficiently optimized effectiveness by devising continuous improvements in processes, re-structured accounting vouchers and improved SOPs and manuals—upgraded and strengthened the entire accounting system, and ensured enhanced profitability.
Accomplish financial objectives by analysing financial situations, developing and presenting financial strategies and plans, monitoring changes and taking corrective actions, as required. Delivered financial management information by preparing financial status analysis and reports, generated policy guidelines for gratuity, and also updated the Company’s asset register.
Key Accomplishments:
• Designed and devised a 5-year comprehensive strategic business plan for the Company, produced annual income tax return, as well as generated and improved monthly reporting formats for the parent company.
Rapidly grew and advanced through a series of promotions; reached at the Head of Finance Department position, and oversaw the activities of a team of four finance officers. Delivered strategic direction to achieve business object set by key stakeholders.
Built collaborative rapport with the Board of Trustees and the Chief Executive Officer, and provided recommendations an all financial matters. Provided technical inputs on grant and sub-grant programs by providing the necessary tools, templates, and procedures, reviewed due diligence of grantees, and ensured compliance with grant agreements and donors’ regulations. Organized governing body meetings, and advised on financial, managerial, staffing and service delivery related issues.
Key Accomplishments:
• Initiated improvement-focused processes; devised Sidat Hyder Financials and calibrated the payroll and GL modules.
• Shoulder the responsibility of sharing staff with monthly financial statements and budgeted funds, and assisted them in managing their budgets and programs, also prepared and renewed contracts (rental, suppliers and consultants).
• Managed multiple priorities and correspondence with internal and external organizational bodies and coordinated with government institutions on day-to-day matters including Custom, Insurance, and FBR etc.
• Demonstrated keen attention to details to identify and implement plans for staff training and development needs, expanded and enriched their capabilities, provided directions, set targets, evaluated results, and appraised performances.
• Strategically positioned as main point of contact to the legal counsel, and proficiently addressed issues relating to taxes, contracts, governing instruments, labor laws, partnerships, and licensing, etc.
Engaged in cross-division collaboration to handle daily vouchers, reconciled accounts, prepared various analysis and reports according to HQ FWO & MAG Office requirements. Prepared and submitted the quarterly and annual Financial Statements.
Utilized a diplomatic leadership style as a foundation for directing project operations, Performed project-wise reconciliation between Controller Military Accounts (FWO) and Gp HQ’s, and carried out adjustments and took corrective actions as per reconciliations. Maintained effective coordination and provided support to the auditors during Financial Audits.
Key Accomplishments:
• Exercised hands-on approach to conduct the first 5-year commercial audit, and invaluably contributed during the process.
• Determined, monitored, and reviewed the financial reporting of Gp HQ 491, Tac HQ 491 (for Karakorum Highway) and allied units of FWO (Army units that work for FWO), and reported accordingly.
• Proved instrumental in controlling and designing budget and expenses, reconciled accounts and financial reports, and reported to the Military Accountant General Office on monthly basis regarding utilized budget and variances.