United Arab Emirates Oversee financial accounting, product costing, and project costing for multiple manufacturing and project-based entities within the group, including perfume, construction, and fit-outs divisions. Ensure compliance with local and international accounting standards (IFRS/GAAP) and regulatory requirements. Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closings, and consolidate financial statements for group reporting. Manage end-to-end accounting and financial reporting for projects and manufacturing operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial standards. Establish robust costing methodologies to support inventory valuation, job costing, and profitability analysis. Drive ERP enhancement initiatives to improve the manufacturing module and project accounting functionality in Dynamics 365 (D365), streamlining processes and enhancing reporting capabilities. Identify opportunities for automation and process improvements to enhance operational efficiency. Develop annual budgets and rolling forecasts, ensuring alignment with strategic goals. Conduct variance analysis and provide actionable insights to stakeholders for decision-making. Perform risk assessments and propose control enhancements. Support HR with payroll processing, ensuring adherence to policies and resolving discrepancies. Lead external audit book preparation and act as the primary contact for audit queries, ensuring seamless audits and timely disclosures. Supporting VAT team in VAT return submission and Involved in Group structuring for Corporate Tax and Transfer pricing compliance. Lead a team of accountants and finance professionals, providing guidance, mentorship, and training to build a high performing finance function. Work closely with the CFO, project managers, and operational heads to drive financial performance, optimize costing strategies, and support the group's growth initiatives.

IAS, IFRS implementation• Value-added tax (VAT)• Corporate Tax• International Taxation• Transfer pricing• External Audit Support• Business process transformation and improvement, Oversee financial reporting for manufacturing entities, including perfume, Fit-outs projects, Construction Projects ensuring compliance with accounting standards• Responsible for product costing, project costing, and financial analysis of manufacturing ERP system improvements and customization in (D365), focusing on the manufacturing and project accounting modules to enhance operational efficiency• Manage accounting for large-scale construction and interior design projects, tracking costs and revenues to ensure financial accuracy and profitability• Collaborate with HR on payroll processing and manage the preparation of external audit documentation, serving as the key point of contact for auditors• Report directly to the CFO, providing strategic financial insights and supporting executive decision-making with financial data and forecasts.

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Managed a dynamic accounting department team of four members. Successfully trained and onboarded new accounting teammembers, implementing tailored accounting policies and procedures to optimize the operations. Led month-end and year-end closing of books, ensuring adherence to accounting standards. Accomplishments include a. Preparation of Monthly financial and Management reports including consolidated statements. b. ESR and Transfer pricing compliance c. Maintenance of general ledger accounts, bank reconciliation, prepayments, and fixed assets schedule. . d. Facilitating the implementation of new IFRS (i.e. IFRS 16 –Leases workings) to ensure clients’ compliance to new standards. e. Timely reconciliation of revenue and receivables with sales data. f.Accurate recording and payment processing for bills,staff reimbursements, and adherence to financial policies g. Reporting for Account payable and Account receivable aging h. Coordinating with the related parties to reconcile and confirm month-end and year-end balances. i. Coordinating with the clients’ Suppliers and Customers to reconcile and confirm month-end and year-end balances. j. Preparation of quarterly VAT returns, ensuring complete documentation Managed the processing of the monthly payroll, including bonuses, commissions, deductions, and preparation of payroll summaries and pay slips for each employee. Calculated monthly accruals for statutory gratuity payments under UAE Labour Law. Assisting with ERP implementation team to implement Oracle NetSuite. Provided essential audit support furnishing documentation, information, and required workings for year-end financial audits. Coordinated with local accountants across different regions, ensuring synchronization of policies and procedures.

Managed an accounting team of four seconded to a client,overseeing daily operations and training new team members• Implemented tailored accounting policies and procedures to enhance client operations• Led month- end and year-end closings, including financial and management report preparation, consolidated statements, and compliance with ESR and transfer pricing regulations• Maintained general ledger accounts, performed bank reconciliations, and managed fixed assets and prepayments• Ensured IFRS compliance, particularly with IFRS 16 (Leases), and reconciled revenue and receivables with sales data• Processed client bills, staff reimbursements, and managed accounts payable/receivable aging reports• Coordinated with clients, suppliers, and related parties for month-end/year-end balance reconciliations• Prepared quarterly VAT returns with complete documentation• Managed monthly payroll processing, including bonuses,commissions, deductions, and statutory gratuity calculations• Assisted with Oracle NetSuite ERP implementation, ensuring seamless integration with client operations• Provided audit support, furnishing necessary documentation and information for year- end financial audits• Coordinated with regional accountants to align policies and procedures across different regions.

(7 years 10 months) Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan Helping establish finance and reporting functions to newly startup organizations in Pakistan, ensuring seamless financial operations and compliance. Monitored, analyzed, and managed day-to-day affairs for diverse clients, overseeing the efficient operation of accounting and tax teams. Managed and led a dynamic accounting team, providing strategic direction and ensuring accurate financial reporting for multiple entities. Oversaw the tax team, ensuring corporate tax compliance and timely submission of Sales Tax (VAT) returns to federal and provincial authorities. Provided expert advice on tax and regulatory issues, contributing to informed decision-making for clients Designed and implemented robust internal control systems, enhancing organizational efficiency and mitigating financial risks. Involved in budgeting aligning financial goals with organizational objectives. Initiated and managed correspondence with banks for various financial activities, including loans, payments, and imports. Facilitated clients in procuring insurance services, addressing related risks and optimizing risk management strategies. Payable and receivable management to manage cashflow. Preparation of financial statements. Conducted initial client meetings for project acquisition, establishing client expectations and fostering strong business relationships Implemented business process re-engineering and transformation initiatives, optimizing operational efficiency. Successfully managed relationships with external auditors on behalf of clients as the acting Manager Finance Led and navigated tax audits initiated by tax authorities on behalf of clients, ensuring compliance and resolution of issues Oversaw accounting software installation, implementation, and user training, optimizing technology integration. Provided technical and functional support for ERP development, contributing to successful ERP implementations and data accuracy on behalf of clients.

(7 years 10 months) Established finance and reporting functions for startup organizations in Pakistan, ensuring compliance and smooth financial operations.• Monitored day-to-day affairs for diverse clients, managing accounting and tax teams, and ensuring accurate financial reporting for multiple entities.• Oversaw corporate tax compliance, including timely Sales Tax (VAT) submissions to federal and provincial authorities. Provided advice on international tax and regulatory issues, supporting client decision-making.• Designed and implemented internal control systems, reducing financial and tax risks.• Managed budgeting, aligning financial goals with organizational objectives, and handled payable/receivable management to optimize cash flow.• Facilitated banking activities, including loans and payments, and assisted clients in procuring insurance services.• Led client relationships, including project acquisition and collaboration with external auditors.• Navigated tax audits and ensured resolution of issues with tax authorities.• Managed the implementation of accounting software and ERP systems, providing technical support and user training.

Lahore Pakistan ERP Implementation • Implementation of Store, Finance, Production, HR and Sales modules of ERP. • Analyzing the information systems for accuracy and sufficiency of information provided by the system. • User training and dealing with user problems. • Supervising IT team during implementation and reporting to management • Drafting chart of accounts for entities. • Analyzing system for compatibility with ERP • Business production study and recommending reports for information system to monitor production • Dealing with problems raised in all modules after implementation and ensuring correct accounting. • Analyzing organization systems for duplication or omissions. Other Responsibilities beverage and construction units. • Involved in budgeting review, presentation for approval and comparison against actual results • Monthly reconciliations of creditors, receivables, inter unit receivables and banks • Suggesting accounting policies and controls while monitoring the effects for improvements and ensuring they are being effective and followed • Validation of cash,bank and journal vouchers • Preparation of Financial Statements and Reporting to management. • Processing party payments and preparation of payment schedule within budget. • Group accounting

Supervised IT team during ERP implementation, ensuring system• accuracy and sufficiency Provided user training, addressed post-implementation issues, and recommended reports for production monitoring• Analyzed organizational systems for duplication or omissions, improving efficiency• Supervised accounting operations for restaurant, beverage, and construction units, directly • Managed budgeting, monthly bank reconciliations, and reconciliations of creditors, receivables, and inter-unit receivables• Suggested accounting policies and controls for different revenue centers, ensuring financial accuracy• Prepared financial statements and managed payment processing within budget constraints• Managed budgeting, aligning financial goals with organizational objectives, and handled payable/receivable management to optimize cash flow• Facilitated banking activities, including loans and payments, and assisted clients in procuring insurance services• Led client relationships, including project acquisition and collaboration with external auditors• Navigated tax audits and ensured resolution of issues with tax authorities• Managed the implementation of accounting software and ERP systems, providing technical support and user training. 公司:M/S Faisal Iqbal Khawaja Chartered Accountants 职位:Audit senior January 2011 - December 2012 (2 years) Lahore • Conduct of statutory audits and system audits. • Conduct of internal audits and designing the system of internal controls. • Assessment of the financial statements in order to ensure their compliance with the requirements of the local laws, regulation and International Financial Reporting Framework (IFRS). • Holding meetings with client personnel to resolve issues and removal of the expectation gap. • Part of Team for quality control review. • Risk Assessment,Test of controls and Analytical review