Over 10 years of financial experience, worked as an excellent Finance professional. Being enthusiastic, dedicated, ambitious, fast learner & trustworthy young professional with fluent English & Urdu language skills. Experienced in finance, administration, market research, events organization and projects management. Passionate about my work. I love looking at processes and finding ways to optimize, improve, and transform.
Having diploma in SAP Business One & FICO (Accounting software) and Peach-tree. I have significant experience in financial services, ERP data entry, finalization of accounts, financial reporting, cash flow, financial statements, reconciliation of bank accounts, Contract management, Audit, Evaluation, Budgeting, Reporting standards, Office Administration, Procurement Procedures, Report Writing.
As Chief Accountant at Allied Schools Group from June 2020 to August 2023, I was responsible for overseeing the financial operations and ensuring accuracy and compliance. My key responsibilities included:
1. Financial Reporting: Prepared and presented financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
2. Budgeting and Forecasting: Collaborated with department heads to develop and monitor annual budgets and forecasts, closely tracking expenses and revenue projections.
3. Internal Controls: Implemented and maintained robust internal control systems to minimize financial risk and prevent fraud, conducting regular audits and investigations as necessary.
4. Tax Compliance: Managed tax planning and compliance activities, including filing periodic tax returns and liaising with external auditors and tax authorities to ensure adherence to regulations.
5. Team Leadership: Led a team of accountants, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations to maintain productivity and foster a positive work environment.
6. Process Improvement: Identified opportunities to streamline financial processes and implemented automation solutions, resulting in increased efficiency and cost savings.
Overall, my role as the Chief Accountant involved driving financial stability, ensuring regulatory compliance, and enhancing financial performance through effective leadership and strategic decision-making.
As an Assistant Financial Controller at Lincoln Electric from May 2014 to September 2015, I was entrusted with a range of crucial responsibilities.
Firstly, I assisted in overseeing the organization's financial operations, ensuring timely and accurate recording and reporting of financial transactions. This involved conducting financial audits, verifying and reconciling accounts, and preparing financial statements.
Furthermore, I actively contributed to budget planning and analysis, collaborating with senior management to create comprehensive financial forecasts and identify areas for cost reduction and revenue enhancement. I also participated in financial modeling and provided recommendations to drive financial growth and sustainability.
In addition to financial duties, I played a significant role in supporting the implementation and optimization of accounting systems and procedures, guaranteeing seamless operations and accurate financial data management. I effectively liaised with cross-functional teams, building strong relationships and facilitating efficient information sharing.
Moreover, I frequently liaised with external auditors and regulatory agencies to ensure compliance with financial regulations and audit requirements. I demonstrated exceptional attention to detail and maintained strict confidentiality when handling sensitive financial information.
Overall, my tenure as Assistant Financial Controller was marked by my ability to execute vital financial tasks with efficiency and precision, contributing to the success of Lincoln Electric.
Worked as as finance focal person, to support on financial and administrative matters for informed.
Maintained PRCS (Pakistan Red Crescent Society) books of accounts for ICRC (International Committee of Red Cross) funded projects and coordinate.
Finalization of books of accounts, complete book keeping of accounts payable and receivable, petty cash & banking entries.
Ensured the general ledger is being properly maintained, reconciled and discrepancies are properly addressed.
Operated SAP Business One for general entries i.e. cash payments, cash receipts, bank transactions.
Direct accounts in carrying out the annual/special audits in compliance with the Society’s rules, donor obligations and International accounting standards.
Coordinate and instructed Managers/Coordinators on fund accounting procedures including management of working advances, programme budget management and financial reporting.
Prepared monthly financial report, quarterly cash request, and month end financial statements, year-end files for the external auditors and special analysis of expenditures.
Banks reconciliation monthly basis according to the cash flow of the business and payments to all local suppliers after approval.
Ensured filing of periodic tax returns (Withholding Tax, Sales Tax etc.) with concerned authorities FBR.
Supervised financial transactions (PVs & RVs) for operations.
Operate Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, outlook express).
Prepared and analyzed the balance sheet and income statement annually.
Ensured the general ledger is being properly maintained, reconciled and discrepancies are properly addressed.
Ensured bank and inter college reconciliation.
Ensured filing of periodic tax returns (Withholding Tax, Sales Tax etc.) with concerned authorities FBR.
Ensured that payroll data is entered on time and submitted to the payroll provider for payroll processing.
Arranged procurement procedure on operational requirements.
Prepared and arranged the track record of repair college premises make RFQ’s and quotations with calculation of all the charges.
Operated Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, outlook express for business expansion).