Zoho Books
Anza Nazir
CA Finalist
Lahore,Punjab
Summary
Dynamic finance professional with 3.5 years of experience in financial reporting, auditing, and strategic financial analysis. Demonstrated proficiency in team leadership, client relationship management, and the delivery of outstanding audit and accounting services. Skilled in financial analysis, adherence to International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), and strategic planning to drive organizational growth. Adept at implementing robust internal controls and process enhancements to optimize efficiency and accuracy. Committed to ongoing learning and dedicated to driving organizational success through financial acumen.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
6
6
Certificates
3
3
Languages
11
11
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Audit Supervisor
Haseeb Khan Group
08.2024 - 09.2024
- Led audits for a portfolio of 18 companies across diverse industries, including power, import/export, food franchising, construction, and technical services, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and optimizing financial practices.
- Enhanced internal controls through thorough risk assessments and recommendations for improvements.
- Conducted comprehensive financial statement reviews, identifying inaccuracies and areas for improvement.
- Managed multiple concurrent audits, ensuring timely completion within budget constraints.
- Mentored junior auditors, providing guidance and feedback for professional growth and development.
- Reviewed working papers prepared by junior auditors for accuracy and completeness before incorporating them into the final audit report.
- Performed detailed analytics on financial data to detect anomalies indicative of potential issues or control weaknesses.
- Coordinated resources effectively to ensure smooth execution of the audit plan while minimizing disruption to client operations.
- Reviewed audited financial, operational and regulatory compliance deficiencies and conducted follow-ups.
- Developed strong relationships with clients to facilitate open communication during audits.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and regulatory changes, ensuring accurate application of accounting standards during audits.
Independent Reviewer
State Life Insurance Corporation of Pakistan-SLIC
05.2024 - 06.2024
- Conducted independent reviews of audits in compliance with the agreement of the Government of Pakistan with SLIC, SECP guidelines, Insurance Ordinance 2000, and ISAs.
- Maintained objectivity and independence in all engagements, ensuring impartial evaluations of audit findings.
- Reviewed the completeness, accuracy, and quality of audit work, providing feedback to enhance overall audit performance.
- Identified and assessed risks related to financial reporting, premiums, and claims, ensuring they are adequately addressed in the audit.
- Collaborated with audit teams to improve processes, resolve issues, and communicate findings with key stakeholders.
- Prepared and presented detailed audit review reports to senior management.
Senior Audit Associate
Jamiat Co-operative Housing Society
04.2024 - 05.2024
- Conducted audit in accordance with the instructions and Terms of references of the office of Registrar of Co-operative Housing Society, in light with provisions of the Co-operative Societies Act, 1925, and Co-operative Society Rules, 1927.
- Conducted substantive analytical reviews that highlighted unusual trends or fluctuations requiring further investigation.
- Analyzed complex financial transactions to detect potential fraud or misstatements within client records.
- Collaborated with clients' management teams to collect audit information and recommend strategic business improvements.
- Assessed internal controls by identifying variances and deficiencies, and recommending critical changes.
- Mentored junior associates in audit procedures and techniques, fostering a positive learning environment for professional growth. Established audit and internal control procedures and recommended process improvements to address issues.
- Prepared working papers, reports, and supporting documentation for audit findings.
Due Diligence Analyst
Shophive.com
02.2024 - 03.2024
- Conducted comprehensive due diligence investigations to assess the financial, legal, and operational risks of acquisitions.
- Analyzed financial statements, business models, contracts, legal documents, and compliance records to evaluate the overall health and risk exposure of target entities.
- Performed detailed research and background checks on companies, key stakeholders, and industry trends using a variety of public and private sources.
- Prepared detailed due diligence reports summarizing findings, highlighting potential risks, liabilities, and red flags, and providing recommendations to senior management or clients.
- Ensured that all due diligence procedures comply with regulatory requirements and company policies, including anti-money laundering (AML), Know Your Customer (KYC), and other industry-specific standards.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and best practices related to due diligence and risk management.
Senior Audit Associate
Haseeb Khan Group
08.2023 - 01.2024
- Led audit for a group of 18 companies spanning key sectors such as power, trading, manufacturing, food franchising, construction, and technical services, ensuring regulatory compliance, financial accuracy, and operational efficiency.
- Conducted thorough financial statement audits for various industries, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance with regulations.
- Mentored junior associates in audit procedures and techniques, fostering a positive learning environment for professional growth.
- Analyzed complex financial transactions to detect potential fraud or misstatements within client records.
- Identified potential risk areas and provided recommendations to mitigate risks, protecting clients from potential financial loss.
- Conducted substantive analytical reviews that highlighted unusual trends or fluctuations requiring further investigation.
- Evaluated internal controls over financial reporting, identifying weaknesses and proposing process improvements to strengthen controls.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of accounting principles and industry standards, providing expert guidance during audits.
- Performed detailed testing on revenue recognition policies, validating accuracy of reported earnings for client.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
Senior Audit Associate
Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital & Research Center
07.2023 - 07.2023
- Conducted comprehensive audit of Provident Fund accounts to ensure compliance with applicable regulations, trust deeds, and fund rules.
- Verified the accuracy and completeness of financial statements, including contributions, withdrawals, interest accruals, and fund investments.
- Reviewed fund investments to ensure they align with statutory guidelines and investment policies, assessing risks and ensuring proper documentation.
- Evaluated the internal controls over fund management and identified areas of improvement for safeguarding assets and minimizing risks.
- Ensured timely and accurate reconciliation of contributions and disbursements, validating employer and employee contributions, and the proper crediting of interest.
- Assessed compliance with relevant tax regulations, ensuring accurate withholding and reporting for employee benefits.
- Prepared audit reports summarizing findings, highlighting discrepancies or compliance issues, and providing recommendations for corrective actions.
Senior Audit Associate
Tariq Corporation Limited (Husein Sugar Mills)
04.2023 - 05.2023
- Performed detailed reviews of interim financial statements for a sugar mill, ensuring compliance with applicable financial reporting standards (IFRS/IAS) and industry-specific regulations.
- Verified the accuracy and completeness of financial data, including revenue recognition, inventory valuation, cost of sales, and production costs specific to the sugar industry.
- Assessed the appropriateness of accounting policies and estimates, focusing on areas such as depreciation, impairment of assets, and provisions for contingencies.
- Analyzed cash flow statements, balance sheets, and income statements, identifying variances and ensuring accurate interim reporting.
- Conducted analytical reviews of financial performance, comparing current interim results to prior periods and budgeted figures to identify trends and anomalies.
- Reviewed related-party transactions, debt agreements, and compliance with loan covenants to ensure financial stability and proper disclosure.
- Collaborated with the audit team to identify key audit risks and areas requiring further examination, providing recommendations for improving internal controls and reporting processes.
- Prepared and presented interim review reports to management, highlighting significant findings, discrepancies, and recommendations for corrective actions.
Senior Audit Associate
Chanan Development Association (CDA)
03.2023 - 04.2023
- Led audit engagements for Non-Profit Organization (NPO), ensuring compliance with applicable accounting standards (IFRS/IAS) and relevant regulatory requirements for non-profits.
- Reviewed financial statements, including income, expenses, donations, and grants, ensuring accurate recording and appropriate classification of funds as per the NPO's financial reporting framework.
- Verified that restricted and unrestricted funds were properly accounted for and spent in accordance with donor requirements and organizational objectives.
- Assessed internal controls over financial reporting, donations management, and fund allocation, identifying areas of risk and providing recommendations for improvement.
- Conducted substantive testing of key financial areas, including grants, contributions, payroll, program expenses, and administrative costs, to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Reviewed the organization's governance structure, risk management practices, and internal control environment, recommending enhancements where necessary.
- Prepared audit reports summarizing findings, including financial discrepancies, compliance issues, and areas of potential improvement, and presented them to the board of directors and audit committees.
Semi Senior Audit Associate
Punjab Aab-e-Pak Authority
02.2023 - 02.2023
- Conducted financial and compliance audit for the government authority, ensuring adherence to government regulations, internal policies, and applicable accounting standards.
- Verified the accuracy and completeness of financial records related to water infrastructure projects, grants, and operational expenditures, ensuring proper fund utilization and transparency.
- Performed risk assessments to identify key areas of financial, operational, and regulatory risks, with a focus on procurement, contract management, and project execution.
- Reviewed the authority’s internal controls over budgeting, procurement, and payments, identifying weaknesses and recommending improvements to strengthen accountability.
- Tested financial transactions, including vendor payments, construction contracts, and government grants, to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and project objectives.
- Ensured proper allocation and documentation of government funding, donations, and grants, aligning with the goals of the authority for providing clean drinking water.
- Collaborated with audit team members to draft audit reports, highlighting financial discrepancies, internal control issues, and non-compliance with governmental guidelines.
Audit Associate
Children's Hospital & Institute of Child Health
08.2022 - 10.2022
- Assisted in the financial and operational audit of the hospital, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations, internal policies, and accounting standards.
- Performed audit testing on critical areas such as payroll, procurement of medical supplies, vendor payments, and capital expenditures, ensuring proper authorization and documentation.
- Assessed internal controls over hospital operations, including billing processes, procurement practices, and inventory management, identifying areas for improvement to strengthen financial governance.
- Collaborated with the audit team to assess compliance with healthcare standards and government reporting requirements, highlighting areas of non-compliance and recommending corrective actions.
- Prepared working papers and audit documentation in line with firm and regulatory standards, ensuring completeness and accuracy for the audit manager's review.
- Assisted in drafting audit reports that summarized key findings, including financial discrepancies, control weaknesses, and compliance issues, and provided actionable recommendations to hospital management.
Junior Internal Auditor
Punjab Intermediate Cities Improvement Investment
09.2021 - 08.2022
- Performed thorough testing of internal controls to ensure compliance with stringent loan regulations, identifying key control weaknesses and potential risks.
- Conducted risk assessments, evaluated control effectiveness, and performed compliance testing to ensure alignment with regulatory requirements and organizational standards.
- Collaborated with senior management to address and mitigate major risks, proposing actionable solutions for control improvements.
- Reviewed organizational policies and procedures, benchmarking them against best practices to assess the level of compliance and identify areas for enhancement.
- Drafted comprehensive Risk Assessment and Gap Analysis Reports, outlining discrepancies identified in controls, and recommending corrective actions.
- Created and implemented tailored audit programs designed to identify risks and assess compliance with internal controls, improving the overall effectiveness of the audit process.
- Reported internal control findings and recommendations to organizational stakeholders, enabling 10% improvements in compliance and operational efficiency.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of quarterly audits, reviewing departmental controls to identify areas needing improvement, and recommending appropriate remediation strategies.
- Drafted Internal Control Documentation and Implementation Testing Reports, providing detailed insights into control deficiencies and potential risk areas.
- Collaborated with department heads to devise and implement remediation plans to address identified control weaknesses, ensuring timely and effective resolution.
- Drafted audit reports and presented key findings, ensuring clarity and actionable insights for stakeholders.
- Adhered to Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS) and International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) during audits and in the preparation of working papers.
- Mentored and coached new junior internal auditors, providing guidance on audit processes, procedures, and timelines to enhance team performance.
- Supervised office operations and personnel during manager absences, ensuring the smooth continuation of audit workflows and project deliverables.
Junior Consultant
Lahore
02.2021 - 08.2021
- Drafted a comprehensive feasibility report for a sugar mill project, detailing the project scope, outlining potential solutions, and establishing criteria for evaluating those solutions. Identified the most feasible option and provided a clear conclusion statement to support decision-making.
- Developed investment memorandums for a dairy farm project, thoroughly analyzing associated risks, and composing potential solutions. Established evaluation criteria to determine the most viable solution, while drafting a detailed implementation procedure to achieve desired outcomes.
- Prepared technical bids for multiple projects, including the Punjab Intermediate Cities Improvement Investment Project (PICIIP), Punjab Municipal Development Fund Company (PMDFC), and Faisalabad Parking Company, ensuring compliance with project specifications and requirements.
- Created a detailed work plan for the Punjab Intermediate Cities Improvement Investment Project (PICIIP), outlining project timelines, resource allocation, and key milestones to ensure successful execution and alignment with project goals.
Education
Chartered Accountant (On-going)
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan
Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan 03.2018 - Current
F.Sc (Pre-Medical)
Lahore College For Women University (LCWU)
Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan 03.2015 - 03.2017
Matriculation - Science
Lahore Garrison Grammar School
Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan 03.2013 - 03.2015
Skills
Financial Statement Analysis
Certification
Certification of Presentation and Communication Skills Course (PCSC) - The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan (ICAP)
Software
Fast Accounts
Smart Audit
Interests
Personal Finance Management
Cooking and baking
Passionate about cooking and baking, which has developed my attention to detail, patience, and creativity. I enjoy experimenting with new recipes and techniques, ensuring precision in measurements and time management. This hobby also enhances my ability to plan, organize, and balance multiple tasks, fostering a disciplined approach that translates well into my professional life.
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteImportant To Me
Career advancementPersonal development programsWork-life balanceCompany CultureQuote
There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins
Languages
Urdu
English
Punjabi
Timeline
Audit Supervisor
Haseeb Khan Group
08.2024 - 09.2024
Independent Reviewer
State Life Insurance Corporation of Pakistan-SLIC
05.2024 - 06.2024
Senior Audit Associate
Jamiat Co-operative Housing Society
04.2024 - 05.2024
Due Diligence Analyst
Shophive.com
02.2024 - 03.2024
Senior Audit Associate
Haseeb Khan Group
08.2023 - 01.2024
Senior Audit Associate
Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital & Research Center
07.2023 - 07.2023
Senior Audit Associate
Tariq Corporation Limited (Husein Sugar Mills)
04.2023 - 05.2023
Senior Audit Associate
Chanan Development Association (CDA)
03.2023 - 04.2023
Semi Senior Audit Associate
Punjab Aab-e-Pak Authority
02.2023 - 02.2023
Audit Associate
Children's Hospital & Institute of Child Health
08.2022 - 10.2022
Junior Internal Auditor
Punjab Intermediate Cities Improvement Investment
09.2021 - 08.2022
Junior Consultant
Lahore
02.2021 - 08.2021
Chartered Accountant (On-going)
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan
03.2018 - Current
F.Sc (Pre-Medical)
Lahore College For Women University (LCWU)
03.2015 - 03.2017
Matriculation - Science
Lahore Garrison Grammar School
03.2013 - 03.2015
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