JAWAD AHMED
Finance
Lahore
Summary
Ambitious Assistant Manager Finance offering over 7 years of experience increasing productivity through automation of processes. Confident individual with track record of accurate reporting and analysis. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand by applying knowledge and experience earned through retail British industry, multi-national banks, and construction industry.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Manager Finance
Infrastructure Development Authority of Punjab
Lahore
04.2022 - Current
- The principal activities of the organization are to deal in planning, designing and construction of infrastructure in the Punjab, in line with best international practices
- Development of financial reporting systems/ financial reports to forecast future cashflows and performance of financial analyses, valuation, and budgeting of projects
- Coordinating with ERP implementation team to automate/configure fixed asset module in Microsoft Dynamics 365.
- Supervision of fixed assets in ERP, maintaining fixed asset register and running depreciation schedule
- Supervision of bookkeeping functions such as invoicing and running of payroll on XERO accounting software
- To assist in the preparation of financial statements by reconciliation of books of accounts with subsidiary ledgers and other accounting records
- Supervision of bank reconciliation statements of 45 projects and updating the cashbooks where required
- Keeping record of more than 650 bank guarantees through customized software (Share Tracker) and taking appropriate action accordingly, which includes encashment and extension requests to safeguard organizational financial exposure
- Opening of Letter of Credit (LCs) for major Pakistani hospital projects i.e Pakistan Kidney and Liver Institute, Recap Tayyip Erdogan Hospital, Mother and Child Hospital Mianwali, Nishtar II and Sardar Fateh Muhammad Khan Buzdar Institute of Cardiology DG Khan amounting to approximately PKR 20 billion
- Coordinating with banks and respective clients to ensure timely payments/closing of related LCs
- Preparation of cashflow/utilization statements and monitoring of associated expenditure
- Timely local payments of biomedical equipment and managing respecting taxes (GST/PST/ Income tax)
- Managing accounting and management records by outlining improvement areas, advised on cost savings and confirmed that internal controls safeguarded company's assets.
- Analyzing financial data to determine efficient use of resources.
- Evaluation of Bid documents related to Admin procurements.
Financial Analyst
Infrastructure Development Authority of Punjab
Lahore
01.2018 - 04.2022
- Assisted in preparation of financial statements by reconciliation of books of accounts with subsidiary ledgers and other accounting records
- Prepared bank reconciliation statements of 35 projects and updating the cashbooks where required
- Kept record of bank guarantees through customized software (Share Tracker) and taking appropriate action accordingly, which includes encashment and extension requests
- Verified bank guarantees received from different clients to safeguard organizational financial exposure
- Reviewing and recording vendor invoices for timely payments
- Opening of Letter of Credit (LCs) for major projects including PKLI, RTEH, MCH Mianwali, Nishtar II and SFMKB institute of Cardiology DG Khan
- Coordinating with banks and respective clients to ensure timely payments/closing of related LCs
- Preparation of cashflow/utilization statements and monitoring of associated] expenditure
- Preparation of summary reports for Petty Cash and other expenditures including classification in the appropriate account heads in accordance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements
- Analyzed complex financial information to offer recommendations to management, driving decision-making.
- Verified documented and requested disbursements to facilitate payments.
- Evaluated financial records for accuracy and conformance to regulations.
- Prioritized and expedited assigned work to meet changing business circumstances.
Relationship Manager
Al Baraka Bank, Ex-Burj Bank
Multan
01.2016 - 11.2017
- The principal activity of the Group is to deal in the monetary values of the customers by segmenting every class and obtaining high value targets derived considering the brand image
- Achieved client loyalty through quality, productivity, service and proactive management.
- Built long-term relationships with lucrative clients by utilizing active listening, effective communication and dynamic interpersonal skills.
- Delivered positive experiences to customers at every touch point through clear communication and implementing strategies to improve satisfaction.
- Conducted comprehensive relationship reviews to understand and develop solutions for client needs, partnering with specialists to resolve specific issues.
- Advised and counseled customers on financing and related matters, courteously educating clients and responding to inquires.
- Negotiated terms for management services and financing to close deals with hesitant clients and retain relationships.
- Coordinated preparation of external audit materials and external financial reporting.
- Established strong client relationships to drive business development.
Relationship Manager
Standard Chartered Bank
Multan
06.2014 - 01.2015
- The principal activity of the Group is to deal in the monetary values of the customers by segmenting the elite class and obtaining high value targets derived considering the brand image of being only multi-national bank in Pakistan
- Acted as Floor Relationship Manager and my major task was to open new accounts, bringing new customers, maintaining a good relationship with existing customer and up selling different investment and insurance products
- Other activities included were to handle the floor and assisting the customers with their queries according to the situation
- Bank statements, Tax Certificates, Static Data Change and Dormancy Removal were also part of role according to local and multi-national laws
- Understanding what and how banking services exist in provided environment.
Education
Ph.D. - Accounting & Finance
University of Lahore
Lahore, Pakistan10.2020
Master of Science - MSC Finance, Accounting & Management
University of Bradford
Bradford12.2013
BBA - Finance
Al-Khair University
Islamabad, Pakistan10.2010
Certified Accounting Technician - Accounting And Finance
British Council
Lahore, Pakistan10.2009
Skills
- Proficient in Dynamic 365 and Xero
- Team Building Leadership
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Problem Anticipation and Resolution
- Work Planning
- Willing to Learn
- Proactive and Focused
- Time Management
- Adaptable to Changing Conditions
- Relationship Building
- Financial Resource Management
- Decision Making
Accomplishments
- Financial Analysis: Concepts and Techniques
- Freelancing
- Digital Marketing
- Advance Excel
- Go-Getter Award
- Certificate of Project Management Course
- European Diploma Supplement Certificate
- Bloomberg Institute IQ Certificate (BAT)
- Tesco value award of assisting team leaders 2013
- Tesco value award of making moments matters
- Best Relationship Manager in Pakistan in NSR and other financial and non-financial activities
Languages
Urdu
First Language
English
Advanced
C1
Urdu
Proficient
C2
Punjabi
Advanced
C1
Affiliations
- Yoke Of Corporate Governance and Firm Performance: A Study of Listed Firms in Pakistan (http://ijcms.in/index.php/ijcms/article/view/312)
Timeline
Assistant Manager Finance
Infrastructure Development Authority of Punjab
04.2022 - Current
Financial Analyst
Infrastructure Development Authority of Punjab
01.2018 - 04.2022
Relationship Manager
Al Baraka Bank, Ex-Burj Bank
01.2016 - 11.2017
Relationship Manager
Standard Chartered Bank
06.2014 - 01.2015
Ph.D. - Accounting & Finance
University of Lahore
Master of Science - MSC Finance, Accounting & Management
University of Bradford
BBA - Finance
Al-Khair University
Certified Accounting Technician - Accounting And Finance
British Council
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