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Muhammad Asif Raziq

Muhammad Asif Raziq

Sr. Finance Manager
Karachi

Summary

Knowledgeable accounting and Tax management professional with extraordinary experience that includes Management Financial, Payrolls, and accounts Management, reports and new Financial procedures development. Offering strong attention to detail, multitasking abilities, extensive analytical skill, and knowledge and expertise in using various financial programes, such as Quick Book, MMF Sun, Xero, others Financial Solution Software

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Sr. Finance Manager

HRSG Real Estate Management Company
01.2024 - Current
  • Streamlined the fixed assets management process by implementing new software tools and automation techniques.
  • Successfully maintained a high level of organization for both physical and digital assets, allowing for efficient retrieval and management of files.
  • Established strong relationships with banks and investors, securing favorable financing terms for business growth initiatives.
  • Mentored junior finance staff members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
  • Increased financial efficiency by streamlining budgeting processes and implementing cost-saving measures.
  • Oversaw the preparation of monthly financial statements, ensuring accuracy and timely reporting to stakeholders.
  • Advised clients on best practices for maintaining compliance with changing tax regulations, avoiding costly penalties.
  • Interviewed clients to obtain additional information on taxable income, deductible expenses and allowances.
  • Maximized tax savings for clients by identifying exemptions, abatements, and other applicable incentives.
  • Supervised assigned accounting staff to evaluate performance and maintain standards.
  • Assessed financial, accounting and operational controllership for both risks and opportunities.

Manager-Finance

ZADAN RETAIL (PVT) LTD
2 2022 - 12.2023
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Maintained updated knowledge of current trends and popular products in the retail industry.
  • Managed Company Management Accounts, Assets, Taxation & Payroll. Recently prepared Annual Budget for the period 2023-2024 and get it approved with Management.
  • Company Accounts prepared on Monthly bases.  Brief and analytical reviews related changes.
  • Pro-actively participate in monthly meeting with senior Management, conducted report financial analysis and also comparative with Budget.
  • All Payments verifying, and also manage fund.
  • Controls Procedures applying for Inventory & Stock.
  • Recommended financial solutions in relation to tax implications.
  • Professionally negotiated and dealt with taxpayers in confrontational situations.
  • Established solid relationships with taxpayers by addressing inquiries promptly while demonstrating knowledge of current tax laws.
  • Filing of Withholding Tax Statement on Iris (FBR web portal) via u/s 165
  • Information gathered which ever required for filing WHT Statements on Returns. Such as u/s 149 on Salary, 153 on Supplies & Services and 155 on Rent.
  • Working of quarterly Advance Income Tax u/s 147, and Minimum Tax u/s 113.


Manager-Finance

THE CARAVAN OF LIFE PAKISTAN TRUST
05.2019 - 01.2022

Full responsibility to maintain all bookkeeping and accounting records and supporting documents of all cash receipts and payments, maintaining electronic backup on data storage devices. Computation & disbursement of Consultants’ and Medical staff salaries and wages of general staff.

Supervising petty cash transactions of cash withdrawals against approved purchase requisitions for medical supplies, kitchen groceries, office supplies, utilities, and other items.

Prepared the annual Operating Budget of The Recovery House, in consultation with the Director of Services, for the approval of the Board of Trustees.

Prepared monthly Bank Reconciliation Statements of bank accounts within the first week of every month. Preparation of Monthly, Quarterly, and Final Accounts for the Board of Trustees through Director of Services and Hon. Treasurer.

Keep regular records of Clients’ personal funds received, and disbursements made there-against. Billing of charges and supplies made to clients, and dispatch of bills to the families on a monthly basis.

Obtain an Exemption Certificate from the FBR.

Compliance on FBR notice against various monitoring and notice.

Computations of Withholding Tax under sections 149, 153, and 155.

Filing of WHT Statements under section 165 as per Income Tax law.

Assistant Manager-Finance

PEARL CONTINENTAL-HOTEL KARACHI (UNDER THE UMBERALLA OF HASHWANI'S HOTELS)
09.2015 - 04.2019
  • Streamlined month-end closing process by automating tasks and establishing clear deadlines.
  • Mentored junior finance staff, fostering a positive work environment and promoting professional growth.
  • Understanding and familiar with Hashoo Group Accounting software SUN (MMF) and FMC. Income Tax and Sales Tax law.
  • Compliance on FBR & SRB notice against various monitoring and notice.
  • Annually working provide to head office of Income Tax
  • Working provide to lawyer of Monthly filing of Sales Tax.
  • Calculating Income tax of as per law. u/s 149 , 153 & 236-D
  • E-Filing on weekly & monthly on FBR web portal. U/s 149 & 153
  • E-Filing on weekly bases Advance Income Tax u/s 236-D.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce, Pakistan - Commerce & Accounts

Karachi University
04.2001 -

Skills

Microsoft Office

Accounting Software

Others

Multi-tasking

Communication

Analytical Skills

Ability to Work under Pressure

Cost Control

Internal Controls

Investment Analysis

References

Will be furnished as per demand

Timeline

Sr. Finance Manager

HRSG Real Estate Management Company
01.2024 - Current

Manager-Finance

THE CARAVAN OF LIFE PAKISTAN TRUST
05.2019 - 01.2022

Assistant Manager-Finance

PEARL CONTINENTAL-HOTEL KARACHI (UNDER THE UMBERALLA OF HASHWANI'S HOTELS)
09.2015 - 04.2019

Bachelor of Commerce, Pakistan - Commerce & Accounts

Karachi University
04.2001 -

Manager-Finance

ZADAN RETAIL (PVT) LTD
2 2022 - 12.2023
Muhammad Asif RaziqSr. Finance Manager