ABDULLAH SHAHERYAR RANA

Senior Associate

KPMG Pakistan

11.2021 - Current

Company Overview: Audit & Assurance Department
As a Senior Associate in KPMG’s Audit & Assurance department, I have developed expertise in the planning, execution, and completion of statutory audits and interim reviews. This includes a thorough understanding of IFRS and ISA, honed through diverse client engagements across education, services, telecommunications, pharmaceuticals, and FMCG sectors.
Led full-cycle audit engagements, from client onboarding and risk assessment to final reporting.
Applied professional judgment on complex financial areas, including critical audit procedures and internal control evaluations.
Assessed and reported control deficiencies and process improvements to senior management and Boards.
Performed substantive testing in compliance with IFRS and ISA.
Reviewed classification, measurement, and impairment of financial instruments under IFRS 9.
Evaluated control for consolidation, adjustments, and disclosures under IFRS 10.
Applied the five-step revenue recognition model under IFRS 15.
Reviewed lease agreements for compliance and recognition under IFRS 16.
Conducted analytical procedures to ensure accuracy and identify discrepancies.
Built strong relationships with clients, legal advisors, banks, tax consultants, and valuation experts.
Maintained comprehensive documentation aligned with KPMG audit methodology and regulatory expectations.
Drafted cover letters and Audit Committee presentations to communicate key findings.
Collaborated with clients to gather audit evidence and discuss control deficiencies.
Mentored junior team members, encouraging high standards and collaborative teamwork.
Audit & Assurance Department