Asher Siddiqui

• Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion
• Established internal audit procedures to validate and improve accuracy of financial reporting
• Played active role in development of Internal Audit Charter and Internal Audit Policy document
• Actively facilitate Internal Audit team in formulation of quality audit working papers & issuance of quality internal audit reports.
• Checked payroll, vendor payments, commissions and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance
• Ensuring successful conduct of BAC Meeting in capacity of BAC Secretary. Report to BAC on Governance, Risk Management & Internal Control related issues.
• Conducted detailed gap analysis regarding best Global Corporate Governance Practice to facilitate in implementation of best global practice at HBL AMC
• Conducting awareness session of staff member in order to ensure effective implementation of AML &CFT Policies/ Procedures, Whistle blow Policy
• Played proactive role in activation of Whistle blowing hotline in HBL AMC
• Played active role in development of Internal Audit Quality Assurance and Improvement Program
• Analyzed business processes to identify cost savings and operational efficiencies
• Complied with established internal controls and policies

• Overseeing compliance with Company Policy, Laws, Rules and Regulations, Code of Conduct and recommend necessary action.
• Coordinating with SECP, Trustee, External Auditors and other third parties relating to Compliance, Internal Audit, and Inspections/investigations
• To facilitate outsourced Internal Auditors in developing effective annual audit plan ensuring that all key areas are properly included therein at reasonable frequency.
• Monitors and evaluates operations, programs, processes and or practices for quality and effectiveness; makes recommendations for improvement
• To provide Board Audit Committee with opinion on internal controls in Company on time to time basis.
• Development of BCP Manual. Provide active coordination in conduct of BCP Mock testing.
• Develop guideline for meeting KYC requirement in complex cases
• Facilitate in development of mechanism regarding monitoring of Fit and Proper criteria of Key Executives
• Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects
• Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships
• Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines
• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed

• Check compliance of applicable laws, regulations, rules, company’s Internal Policies, Standard Operating Procedures including Personal Investment policy, whistle blowing policy etc.
• Carry out Internal Audit activity in respect of all key functions i.e. Investment , Finance, Operations, Risk Management, HR
• Conduct investigations on customer & employee complaint and draft investigation report thereof and dispatch to CEO, Head of Compliance or Whistle Blow Committee.
• Coordination with lawyers regarding investor compliant.
• Carry out due diligence of distributors on surprise basis and develop report for CEO.
• Conduct awareness session on new company policies, procedures, legal requirement to relevant departments.
• Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution
• Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service

Planning, supervising and executing internal audit and other special assignment of the following client.
Internal Audit
 JS Abamco Limited.
 Atlas Asset Management company
 PICIC Asset Management company
 Dawood Capital Management company
 First Dawood Investment Bank
 Guardian Modaraba
 Sigma Leasing
 Baluchistan Wheels Limited
Special Assignment
 International Brand Limited Reviewing the internal control system over sales, inventory management, cash management

• Paid attention to detail while completing assignments
• Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance
• Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently

Statutory Audit

• Finex Securities(Pvt)Limited
• NFK Exports( Pvt) Limite
• Internal Audit
• Gillette Pakistan Limited (7 times)
• Faisal Asset Management company
• United Asset Management company
• Siddiqsons Tinplate Pvt Limited
• Zulfeqar Industries Ltd
• Due Diligence Assignment
• Mindshare Pakistan ltd
• Special Assignment
• National Bank Of Pakistan-Review of Branch audit manual
• MCB Bank-Review of Central Accounts Department
• Standard Chartered Bank-Review of Payment system
• MCR Private Limited(Pizza Hut)- Review of internal control system
• Saudipak Commercial Bank-Review of internal audit
• Pakistan Emerging Venture Limited-Liquidation Assignment