XERO Advisor Certifies
FAISAL SHAHZAD
Public Finance Accountant
Faisalabad
Summary
Well-qualified financial systems leader offering demonstrated skill and success in managing internal accounting processes, improving controls, and strengthening systems for optimal performance. Proficient in all aspects of accounting, including accounts payable and receivable, budget administration, and payroll. Gifted at building and leading solid teams to handle high-volume operations with consistency, accuracy, and full compliance with regulatory requirements.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Accounts Officer, Budget & Finance
University of Agriculture
Faisalabad
04.2020 - Current
- Monitored and reported budgetary discrepancies to corporate senior management to maximize reporting efficiency and finalized spending plans.
- Reviewed monthly operations to assess compliance with budgets and determine necessary adjustments for future plans.
- Updated general ledger of accounts with current, accurate and industry-compliant data to meet all internal and external audit requirements.
- Checked expenses against budget controls, entered figures and reconciled business accounts to address discrepancies.
- Identified and monitored budget expenses for accuracy.
- Generated annual budget forecasting information for executive and corporate reports.
- Implemented budgetary monitoring techniques to improve corporate spending habits.
- Evaluated procurement needs and projected expenditures.
- Checked key performance indicator reports for accuracy and completeness.
- Compiled statistical data after each month-end closing.
- Managed all accounting needs and account updates for effective decision making.
- Assist the Treasurer conducting meeting of Finance & Planning Committee, presentation of Budget, Actuals in the Syndicate, and Senate.
- Any other assignment entrusted by the Treasurer.
Accounts Officer (Development Accounts)
University of Agriculture
FAISALABAD
11.2010 - Current
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Ran errands and provided general office support in a professional environment.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Monthly Reconciliation of Accounts
- Scrutiny of Utilization Reports
- Coordination with Project Directors/Directorate of Planning and Development
- Scrutiny of agreements, MOUs, proposal, etc.
- Any other assignment entrusted by the authorities
Accounts Officer, Endowment Fund
University of Agriculture
Faisalabad
12.2014 - 10.2015
- Updated general ledger of accounts with current, accurate and industry-compliant data to meet all internal and external audit requirements.
- Supervised accounting department operations and team of up to 5 employees.
- Communicated and resolved disputes with clients regarding outstanding invoices, payments and adjustments.
- Collaborated with purchasing department to reconcile vendor invoices and facilitate payments.
- Managed all accounting needs and account updates for operations.
- Overhauled process for year-end inventory audits to improve accuracy.
- Generated reports to identify financial trends and aging accounts in need of attention.
- Checked expenses against budget controls, entered figures and reconciled endowment fund accounts.
- Strengthened financial operations by conducting bank reconciliations and financial reporting.
- Compiled budget figures by reviewing past budgets, evaluating estimated income, and assessing expenses.
- Streamlined bookkeeping procedures to increase efficiency and productivity.
- Gathered, evaluated and summarized account data in detailed financial reports.
- Presented audit findings to accounting manager after reviewing results and paperwork.
- Created detailed expense reports to facilitate reimbursement for business expenses incurred.
- Reconciled accounts, managed audits and updated financial records with remarkable accuracy.
- Developed monthly, quarterly and annual profit and loss statements and balance sheets.
- Maintained excellent financial standings by working closely with bookkeeper to process business transactions.
- Implemented new accounting processes to decrease spending and work flow downtime.
- Reconciled account information and reported figures in general ledger by comparing to bank account statement each month.
- Recorded deposits, reconciled monthly bank accounts and tracked expenses.
- Tracked financial progress by creating quarterly and yearly balance sheets.
- Maintained account accuracy by reviewing and reconciling checks monthly.
- Inspected account books and recorded transactions.
Accounts Officer (ORIC)
University of Agriculture
Faisalabad
09.2011 - 09.2014
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Finance Officer
Allama Iqbal Medical College & Jinnah Hospital
Lahore
03.2003 - 10.2010
- Collaborated with team leaders to define standards, policies and procedures to meet company revenue goals.
- Established and enforced controls on revenue and expenses to protect company assets.
- Reduced process discrepancies through measured implementation of performance reporting and data systems.
- Analyzed financial statements against forecasts to prepare high-level variance analysis.
- Generated financial and operational reports to assist management with business strategy.
- Improved resource utilization with data management systems, reducing costs through strategic coordination and contract analysis.
- Forecasted trends and recommended improvements based on financial risk analyses.
- Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
- Identified partnership opportunities and established favorable business connections.
- Monitored budget and revenue trends, compiling reports for company leadership to inform decision-making.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting, Business, Commerce
University of The Punjab
Lahore 04.1998 - 03.2000
Master of Science - Economics
Allama Iqbal Open University, Islamabad
Lahore 04.2005 - 04.2008
Associate Public Finance Accountant - Public Finance, Accounting, Audit
Pakistan Institute of Public Finance Accountants
Faisalabad 11.2018 - 08.2022
Skills
Funds reconciliation
General ledger entry
Internal controls implementation
Analytical reasoning
Cost accounting
Financial Management
Budgeting
Statutory Reporting
Active Listening
Self-Motivated
Interpersonal Communication
Flexible and Adaptable
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Written Communication
Software
Microsoft Office Specialist
Certification
Associate Public Finance Accountant, Pakistan Institute of Public Finance Accountant
Timeline
Certified Impact Rater, Impaakt.com
01-2023
Associate Public Finance Accountant, Pakistan Institute of Public Finance Accountant
08-2022
XERO Hubdoc Certified
05-2022
Chartered Member, Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport
04-2022
XERO Advisor Certified
03-2022
Accounts Officer, Budget & Finance
University of Agriculture
04.2020 - Current
Associate Public Finance Accountant - Public Finance, Accounting, Audit
Pakistan Institute of Public Finance Accountants
11.2018 - 08.2022
Accounts Officer, Endowment Fund
University of Agriculture
12.2014 - 10.2015
Accounts Officer (ORIC)
University of Agriculture
09.2011 - 09.2014
Accounts Officer (Development Accounts)
University of Agriculture
11.2010 - Current
Master of Science - Economics
Allama Iqbal Open University, Islamabad
04.2005 - 04.2008
Finance Officer
Allama Iqbal Medical College & Jinnah Hospital
03.2003 - 10.2010
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting, Business, Commerce
University of The Punjab
04.1998 - 03.2000