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Work History
Education
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Interests
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Active Member of Toastmaster International
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Babar  Aijaz

Babar Aijaz

ACA|CMA|CGMA-(UK)
Karachi

Summary

An ambitious, highly dedicated and result driven seasoned finance & audit professional with over thirteen years' industry experience and five years' local and international audit experience in two of the big four Audit firms ( KPMG and PwC Oman ). Member of the Audit Committee of Toast Master International Pakistan Chapter . Reliable and self-motivated with the proven ability to multitask, working calmly under pressure and maintaining a positive attitude. Display high level of integrity, a strong team player who also enjoys a degree of autonomy and independence.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certificate
2
2
Languages

Work History

Chief Financial Officer

Security Papers Limited
Karachi
09.2019 - Current

1. Enhanced investments portfolio from Rs. 3.5 billion in 2019 to Rs.5 billion i.e., by 43%, by virtue of better financial planning.

2. Achieved highest ever revenue, other income and profit after tax in last two consecutive financial year despite pandemic.

3. Designed and developed Static Risk Register and Investment Policy of the Company.

4. Formulated ten-year strategic financial plan of the Company and feasibility studies of BMR projects.

5. Presented financial statements, budgets and strategic plan to the Board of Directors and its sub-committees highlighting key financial indicators and operational efficiencies.

6. Lead financial activities of the Company including statutory financial reporting, capital expenditure planning and evaluation, budgetary control, profit forecasts, product costing, funds management and taxation. Met all the timeline and targets, despite of separation of two Managers during 2021.

7. Implemented online vouchers approval system with subsequent alignment to Federal Board of Revenue requirements for online payments.

8. Lead the team in winning different awards by the Company including Top 25 Companies award of Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX), Management Association of Pakistan (MAP) award and Best Corporate report award by ICAP.

9. Made timely arrangements of all financial facilities from all the banks of the Company at a very competitive rate.

10. Managing team of 20 individuals comprises of qualified ACA, CMA (UK), CFA and other qualifications.

Deputy General Manager (Finance & Accounts)

Security Papers Limited
Karachi
03.2019 - 08.2019

As part of Company's succession plan, worked as DGM F&A for six months.

Chief Internal Auditor

Security Papers Limited
Karachi
08.2014 - 02.2019

1. Transformed Internal Audit function to a risk-based audit, with a defined Internal Audit Plan and objectives.

2. Designed and implemented internally developed Internal Audit Module.

3. Recommended major IT related controls as against manual paper work such as implementation of production module, Integration of access control attendance system with payroll, Integrated Material Requirement planning, MIS system of Quality Control department etc.

4. Reported to Board Audit Committee as Secretary to BAC.

Liaised with all departments of the company towards implementation of Board Audit Committee's and Internal Audit's recommendations. Ensured that audit recommendations get implemented and the tangible benefits are seen by the stakeholders.

Sr. Manager & Deputy Manager Internal Audit

Security Papers Limited
Karachi
02.2010 - 10.2014

1. Prepared Organization Wide Risk Assessment document and identified mitigating controls.

2. Drafted and implemented Internal Audit Manual.

3. Conducted departmental and financial reporting audit as per Board Audit Committee approved audit plan and recommended improvements.

4. Liaising with all departments of the Company towards implementation of Board Audit Committee and Internal Audit's recommendations. Ensuring that audit recommendations get implemented and the tangible benefits are seen by the stakeholders.

Senior Auditor

PricewaterhouseCoopers
Muscat
10.2009 - 02.2010

1. Provided Assurance and internal audit consultancy services to different construction and investment group in Oman. Performed special assignment with respect to risk assessment and identification of internal control weakness and suggestion of mitigating actions.

2. Performed GAP analyses through ERP at different audit clients.

3. Developed Risk based audit plan as per risk assessment of organization.

4. Performed engagement planning based on the understanding of the client's business processes and assessment of business and audit risks, supervision of the engagement, review and finalization, including close liaison with client's management.

5. Evaluated internal control systems and risk management procedures, identified weaknesses therein and making recommendations to management and Board Audit Committee.

Senior Auditor

KPMG
Karachi
03.2005 - 10.2009

1. Supervised various audit and related engagements, from initial planning to the conclusion of examination and reporting thereon. A brief of major responsibilities includes:

2. Statutory audits in accordance with International Accounting Standards and SECP and SBP guidelines, of companies and banks.

3. Standard audits under guidelines of multinational holding companies − Analysis of financial results and reporting the same.

4. Worked extensively on internal control and reported weaknesses and ways to improve them.

5. Reviewed work of Internal audit and reported thereon.

6. Reviewed credit portfolio of various banks.

7. Taxation due diligence

Education

CIMA (UK) - Cost & Management Accounting

Chartered Institute of Management Accountants
United Kingdom
01.2015 - 01.2016

Chartered Accountant (ACA) - Accounting And Finance

Institute of Chartered Accountant of Pakistan
Pakistan
03.2005 - 12.2012

CISA Diploma - Information Security Auditor

Pakistan Institute of Management Sciences-PIMS
Pakistan
07.2010 - 01.2011

Master of Economics - Economics

University of Karachi
Pakistan
06.2006 - 06.2007

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting And Finance

University of Karachi
Pakistan
04.2004 - 04.2005

Skills

    Budgeting & Forecasting

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Affiliations

  • ICAP-Member
  • CIMA (UK)-Member
  • Toastmasters International - Member

Interests

Playing Cricket

Swimming

Reading Books

Timeline

Data Analytics in Power Bi & Dash Board Reporting

11-2021

Chief Financial Officer

Security Papers Limited
09.2019 - Current

Deputy General Manager (Finance & Accounts)

Security Papers Limited
03.2019 - 08.2019

CIMA (UK) - Cost & Management Accounting

Chartered Institute of Management Accountants
01.2015 - 01.2016

Chief Internal Auditor

Security Papers Limited
08.2014 - 02.2019

CISA Diploma - Information Security Auditor

Pakistan Institute of Management Sciences-PIMS
07.2010 - 01.2011

Sr. Manager & Deputy Manager Internal Audit

Security Papers Limited
02.2010 - 10.2014

Senior Auditor

PricewaterhouseCoopers
10.2009 - 02.2010

Master of Economics - Economics

University of Karachi
06.2006 - 06.2007

Senior Auditor

KPMG
03.2005 - 10.2009

Chartered Accountant (ACA) - Accounting And Finance

Institute of Chartered Accountant of Pakistan
03.2005 - 12.2012

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting And Finance

University of Karachi
04.2004 - 04.2005

Certification

Data Analytics in Power Bi & Dash Board Reporting

Active Member of Toastmaster International

Active member of Express Toastmaster, a club based in Karachi affiliated with Toastmaster Internation which provide an environment of supportive and positive learning experience in which members are empowered to develop communication and leadership skills, resulting in greater self-confidence and personal growth.

Active Member of Toastmaster International

Active member of Express Toastmaster, a club based in Karachi affiliated with Toastmaster Internation which provide an environment of supportive and positive learning experience in which members are empowered to develop communication and leadership skills, resulting in greater self-confidence and personal growth.

Active Member of Toastmaster International

Active member of Express Toastmaster, a club based in Karachi affiliated with Toastmaster Internation which provide an environment of supportive and positive learning experience in which members are empowered to develop communication and leadership skills, resulting in greater self-confidence and personal growth.

Voluntary Work

Worked as team member for flood relief activities at Security Papers Ltd.

Volunteered as Rahbar at The Citizen Foundation (TCF).

Babar AijazACA|CMA|CGMA-(UK)