Faizan Ellahi
ACCA Finalist
Karachi
Summary
ACCA Finalist and MBA in Finance with 6+ years of experience in financial reporting, strategic planning, and process optimization. Proven track record in cost reduction, M&A integration, and ERP implementation across dynamic, multinational environments. Skilled in delivering data-driven insights, ensuring audit compliance, and leading cross-functional teams. Adept at aligning finance functions with business goals through innovation and continuous improvement.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Senior Financial Accountant
Perseus Finance
01.2024 - Current
- Company Overview: (Contour Software)
- Reduced errors in financial reports by 20% through implementation of new processes and controls.
- Executed the successful implementation of a new accounting system, resulting in a 30% decrease in processing time.
- Ensure accurate and compliant revenue recognition in line with IFRS-1 Standard/local GAAP and perform revenue reconciliations resulting in an annual increase of 20% in revenue.
- (Contour Software)
Accountant
Perseus Finance
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Company Overview: (Contour Software)
- Implemented a data driven process, reducing variances by 15%.
- Collaborated with the procurement department to negotiate new supplier contracts, leading to a cost savings of $0.3 million.
- Coordinated with the sales team to implement the price increase on the customers, leading to a revenue increase of $0.5 million.
- Revamped time of year-end closing reports by 30% through automating workflow processes.
- (Contour Software)
Assistant Accountant
Perseus Finance
11.2020 - 12.2022
- Company Overview: (Contour Software)
- Led and took ownership of multiple corporate finance activities, and reducing the processing time by 20%.
- Improve outstanding client receivables by 25% through improved follow-up and reconciliation processes.
- Optimized invoicing system, resulting in a 15% increase in payment timeliness from clients.
- Refined departmental efficiency by 30% by automating routine financial reporting tasks using new software.
- Enhanced company cash flow by 20% by implementing cost-effective budgeting strategies.
- (Contour Software)
Senior Associate - Accountancy Services
Deloitte
06.2019 - 10.2020
- Streamlined audit procedures, improving project turnaround time by 25%.
- Provided training and guidance to junior team members to achieve 100% results.
- Supervised a portfolio of 30 clients, generating a total revenue of $25 million.
- Facilitated budgets of over $2 million across several client projects.
Associate - Accountancy Services
Deloitte
06.2018 - 05.2019
- Processed over 200 financial statements, totalling more than $100 million in client assets.
- Managed 12 international client accounts with a combined workforce of over 5,000 employees.
- Boosted client satisfaction scores by 20% by enhancing reporting accuracy and timeliness.
- Cut resource allocation costs by 15% by streamlining inter-departmental communication processes.
Education
ACCA Finalist -
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
09.2024 - Current
Masters in Business Administration - Finance
Institute of Business Management
01.2021 - 12.2023
Bachelors in Accountancy Management - Law
Institute of Business Management
08.2016 - 09.2020
Skills
Innovation Management
Accomplishments
- Cost Reduction Achievement, Reduced operational costs by 15% through strategic budgeting and cost control measures.
- Financial Reporting Excellence, Led a team to achieve 98% accuracy in financial reporting over a 12-month period.
- M&A Integration Success, Successfully integrated 3 acquired companies into Constellation Software within 2 years.
- Audit Compliance Excellence, Achieved 100% compliance in external audits for three consecutive years.
Certification
Introduction to Data Studio, 04/01/25
Key Highlights
- Business Finance Partnering
- ERP & Dashboard Reporting
- Internal Audit & Accounting Analyst
Timeline
ACCA Finalist -
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
09.2024 - Current
Senior Financial Accountant
Perseus Finance
01.2024 - Current
Accountant
Perseus Finance
01.2023 - 12.2023
Masters in Business Administration - Finance
Institute of Business Management
01.2021 - 12.2023
Assistant Accountant
Perseus Finance
11.2020 - 12.2022
Senior Associate - Accountancy Services
Deloitte
06.2019 - 10.2020
Associate - Accountancy Services
Deloitte
06.2018 - 05.2019
Bachelors in Accountancy Management - Law
Institute of Business Management
08.2016 - 09.2020
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