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Ahmad Hanif Awan (FCCA)

Ahmad Hanif Awan (FCCA)

Senior Manager Finance
Islamabad

Summary

Dynamic and accomplished professional with a proven track record of over a decade, excelling in financial management, team leadership, and strategic consulting. Recognized for building robust alliances with stakeholders and propelling growth through proactive problem-solving and flawless execution. A visionary Senior Manager with a talent for steering teams of 25 employees, including 3 direct reports, towards achieving ambitious objectives. Infuses a clear vision to foster cohesive, high-performing teams that consistently deliver exceptional results.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Manager Finance

Techaccess Pakistan Private Limited
Islamabad
07.2022 - Current
  • Oversaw financial operations, ensuring compliance and guiding strategic decisions, resulting in 15% increase in profitability.
  • Led budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis, reducing costs by 10%.
  • Mentored and supervised finance team of 15 members, improving overall efficiency by 20% and promoting professional development of team members.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to provide financial insights for business initiatives, leading to 25% increase in revenue.
  • Developed strategies using market research with support from cross-functional teams
  • Created organizational structures to improve accounting and finance functions
  • Supported operations management, sales, and marketing efforts to increase revenue and overall financial health
  • Trained new and existing staff members in various financial procedures to prepare for job requirements

Financial Consultant

Up Country Enclosures
Islamabad
11.2017 - Current
  • Provide financial advisory services, increasing accuracy of financial reporting by 20%.
  • Enabling finance team to meet accounting standards through proper bookkeeping, resulting in 80% reduction in accounting errors.
  • - Effective and maintained use of accounting software, resulting in 95% accuracy on financial statements.
  • - Provide monthly internal audit reports, leading to 30% increase in effective discipline and informed decision making by management.
  • Devised comprehensive financial plans for clients to achieve short and long-term financial goals.
  • Created financial models to analyze and evaluate investment strategies.

Finance & Accounts Manager

Techaccess Pakistan
Islamabad
05.2019 - 06.2022
  • Managed regular finance tracking for numerous branch offices and headquarters expenses.
  • Created organizational structures to improve accounting and finance functions.
  • Reviewed financial statements with 98% accuracy rate, identifying and resolving errors in timely manner.
  • Successfully managed tax issues, resulting in 15% reduction in tax liabilities and penalties.
  • Monitored company finances, achieving 10% increase in profitability through cost-saving measures.
  • Designed financial strategies for risk management, resulting in 20% reduction in financial risks.
  • Implemented process improvement initiatives, leading to 30% increase in efficiency and cost savings.
  • Presented financial reports to stakeholders with 99% satisfaction rate in terms of clarity and accuracy.
  • Efficiently managed day-to-day operations

Assistant Manager Bidding & Compliance

Techaccess Pakistan
Islamabad
04.2018 - 05.2019
  • Managed financial aspects of bidding process, identified key areas for improvement
  • Reviewed awarded projects for profitability and compliance
  • Assisted in ERP implementation, resulting in 20% increase in operational efficiency and 25% reduction in manual data entry errors. Supported automation initiatives, resulting in 30% decrease in processing time for routine financial tasks.
  • Prepared requests for proposals and conducted group meetings to facilitate selection of project services and products.
  • Determined project budgets to track actual costs to projected costs, using Microsoft Project.
  • Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.

AM Accounts & Finance

ARCANA INFO
Islamabad
04.2017 - 04.2018
  • Managed entire Finance department as Assistant Manager, reporting directly to GM Accounts, and achieved following quantifiable results:
  • Supervised Accounts Team and ensured accurate maintenance of financial reports, including daily cash flow, account receivables, accounts payable, and project costing, resulting in 98% accuracy rate.
  • Reviewed monthly compliance reports, effectively handling tax matters, resulting in 100% compliance rate with tax regulations.
  • Prepared yearly budgets, effectively controlling costs in line with allocated budget, resulting in 10% reduction in expenses.
  • Successfully liaised with external auditors for audit purposes, resulting in efficient and error-free audit process.
  • Prepared and presented reports, including financials (quarterly and yearly), management accounts, and project-wise actual and budgeted comparisons, leading to informed decision-making and improved financial performance.

Team Lead Finance

Techaccess Pakistan
Islamabad
04.2015 - 04.2017
  • Prepared accurate Annual Accounts, as per IAS.
  • Generated monthly Management Accounts, providing key financial insights to aid in decision-making.
  • Developed Annual Budgets, achieving 15% reduction in expenses through effective cost control measures.
  • Created Quarterly Accounts and provided timely analysis on financial performance.
  • Reviewed Receivables and Payables reports, conducting weekly reconciliations, resulting in 90% reduction in outstanding balances.
  • Ensured accuracy and completeness of Fixed Asset Register through quarterly reviews, reducing risk of misstatements.
  • Analysed product-wise sales and trends, improving forecasting accuracy by 20% and identifying new sales opportunities.
  • Played key role in designing Chart of Accounts for ERP (Microsoft Dynamics), enhancing financial reporting capabilities and reducing manual errors.
  • Conducted training as instructor for Microsoft Excel and Management Reporter Dynamics, resulting in increased proficiency and efficiency among team members.

Audit Associate

Horwath Hussain Chaudhary
Lahore
03.2012 - 04.2015

Conducted statutory annual audits as a team Lead of following companies / Sectors.

  • Techaccess Pakistan Private Limited / IT Distributors and Solution Providers
  • Chakwal Group / Textile-Spinning
  • Services Industries Limited / Textile-Spinning
  • Cot Com Sourcing Private Limited / Textile Exporters
  • Fast Cables / Power Cables Manufacturer
  • Gomal Zam Dam & Irrigation Project / Energy and Agriculture
  • NTDC / Energy – Transmission
  • The Urban Unit / Technical Advisory Service Providers
  • CDTC / Ceramics Manufacturer and Training Institute
  • Lahore Development Authority / Government Monitoring Organization
  • PCESSDC / Non-Profit Organization
  • SOS Children / Non-Profit Organization
  • Euro Guard / Importer of Automobiles Part
  • Malik Autos / Manufacturer of Automobile Parts
  • Guard Friction / Manufacturer of Automobile Parts

Audit Intern

KPMG Taseer Hadi & Co
Islamabad
01.2011 - 11.2011

Assisted team in annual audit of following companies/sector.

  • Mercy Corps Pakistan / Non-Profit Organization
  • AWT Group
  • Askari CNG
  • Askari Shoes
  • Askari Bank

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Accounting

ACCA
United Kingdom
01.2008 - 2014.06

Associate of Applied Science - Accounting And Finance

Certified Accounting Technician
United Kingdom
06.2004 - 2011.06

Skills

    Strategic planning

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Accomplishments

    Skillfully used QuickBooks, Zero, SAP, Oddo, Microsoft Dynamic and other today's accounting software and converted manual record keeping into a simple integrated system. Going beyond the simple accounting tasks, I also migrated data into other modules such as simple HR, CRM, and Procurement, ensuring full stakeholder alignment and maximum satisfaction.

Additional Information

  • Professional Ethic Certificate
  • Income Tax Pak Certificate
  • Excellent Instructor of MS Excel

Software

QuickBooks

Zero Accounting

Oddo

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Dynamic

Timeline

Senior Manager Finance

Techaccess Pakistan Private Limited
07.2022 - Current

Finance & Accounts Manager

Techaccess Pakistan
05.2019 - 06.2022

Assistant Manager Bidding & Compliance

Techaccess Pakistan
04.2018 - 05.2019

Financial Consultant

Up Country Enclosures
11.2017 - Current

AM Accounts & Finance

ARCANA INFO
04.2017 - 04.2018

Team Lead Finance

Techaccess Pakistan
04.2015 - 04.2017

Audit Associate

Horwath Hussain Chaudhary
03.2012 - 04.2015

Audit Intern

KPMG Taseer Hadi & Co
01.2011 - 11.2011

Associate of Applied Science - Accounting

ACCA
01.2008 - 2014.06

Associate of Applied Science - Accounting And Finance

Certified Accounting Technician
06.2004 - 2011.06

Activities and Interests

As a nature lover and adventure seeker, I have an unwavering passion for exploring the great outdoors. Whether it's hiking scenic trails, camping under a starry sky, or adventure, I thrive on embracing nature. From taking in breathtaking landscapes to immersing myself in a diverse ecosystem, I find solace and inspiration in the beauty of the natural world. With infinite curiosity and inquisitiveness, I am always looking for new experiences, pushing my limits and embracing the adrenaline rush that comes with adventure. Nature is my playground, and I am constantly drawn to its wonders, trying to connect with the surroundings and deepen my understanding of the world in which we live

Ahmad Hanif Awan (FCCA)Senior Manager Finance