I am Chartered Accountant (ACA) from Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan. My diversified and in-depth professional work experience at Deloitte and SM Foods has provided me the opportunity of being involved in various audit and assurance engagements of large variety.
This exposure to a wide spectrum of both clients and services has provided me with an insider view of the accounting and internal control systems, key business processes, risk management procedures, corporate governance and regulatory framework of an assortment of business organizations. Equally important, it has enriched me professionally and equipped me with the traits needed to deal with a variety of situations in an innovative, effective and efficient manner.
Following are professional expertise and trainings:
Professional Expertise:
• Expertise in Audit and Assurance services
• Expertise in Preparation of financial statements in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards
• Expertise in application of International Financial Reporting Standards
• Expertise in application of International Standards on Auditing
Professional Training:
• Attended in-house workshop on Deloitte audit approach methodology.
• Attended internal firm trainings on Audit Enabling application of International Financial Reporting standards.
• Passed various E-learning (internal tests) as devised by Deloitte for its audit and assurance personnel.
• Attended 50 hours training course on topic “leading the field senior program” by Deloitte Pakistan.
• Computer Practical Examination prescribed by ICAP, 120 hours, from College of Advance Accountancy
Multan, Pakistan in 2010
• Presentation Skills Training Course prescribed by ICAP, 100 hours, from SKANS School of Accountancy
Multan, Pakistan in 2009.
Managing audit teams and audits of listed and unlisted companies
Pre audit and post audit activities
Ensuring the integrity of financial information
Ensuring compliance with laws and regulations
Design and implementation of internal controls
Following have been my responsibilities during the period of employment:
• Lead Audit teams on different clients;
• Planned, performed and completed audit engagements in accordance with strict deadlines;
• Prepared audit documentation and client deliverables to accepted standards;
• Supervised professional staff assigned to respective audit engagement; monitored staff’ progress with respect to time, budget, in order to ensure that the assignment is on schedule;
• Developed junior staff by providing on the job training;
• Interacted closely with managers and partners on all related clients and team matters;
• Made consultation on significant matters with various professionals such as lawyers, tax advisors, actuaries and IT experts;
• Established positive working environment by building solid relationships with team members, clients and other stakeholders;
• Provided basic advisory services to clients in respect of taxation, accounting treatment of complex transactions and compliance with secretarial practices;
• Developed and maintained strong professional relationship with the client;
• Prepared assessment of control risk and designed the tests of controls for specific areas in consultation with the engagement manager;
• Designed the substantive procedures in consultation with the engagement manager;
• Extensively applied the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), International Standards on Auditing (ISA’s) and preparation of financial statements in compliance therewith;
Following have been my responsibilities during the period of employment:
• Lead Audit teams on different clients;
• Planned, performed and completed audit engagements in accordance with strict deadlines;
• Prepared audit documentation and client deliverables to accepted standards;
• Supervised professional staff assigned to respective audit engagement; monitored staff’ progress with respect to time, budget, in order to ensure that the assignment is on schedule;
• Developed junior staff by providing on the job training;
• Interacted closely with managers and partners on all related clients and team matters;
• Made consultation on significant matters with various professionals such as lawyers, tax advisors, actuaries and IT experts;
• Established positive working environment by building solid relationships with team members, clients and other stakeholders;
• Provided basic advisory services to clients in respect of taxation, accounting treatment of complex transactions and compliance with secretarial practices;
• Developed and maintained strong professional relationship with the client;
• Prepared assessment of control risk and designed the tests of controls for specific areas in consultation with the engagement manager;
• Designed the substantive procedures in consultation with the engagement manager;
• Extensively applied the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), International Standards on Auditing (ISA’s) and preparation of financial statements in compliance therewith;
During the period of over 4 years with the firm I was involved in various assignments in Audit & Assurance Department. The various sectors I worked in ranged from manufacturing industry to service sector. The assignments included full scope audits, limited reviews, agreed upon procedures and special certificates in accordance with the regulatory requirements.
I am adept at applying myself to a wide range of responsibilities. I have had an opportunity of being involved in varied multi-location special nature assignments. I have been exposed to a wide spectrum of industries and personalities, which has provided me with an insider view of the key business processes within the organizations, accounting and internal control systems, corporate governance, regulatory and relevant accounting frameworks.