Muhammad Ejaz
Islamabad,Pakistan
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in Oracle Fusion and Coupa, specialising in procurement to pay (P2P) processes. Demonstrates strong capabilities in vendor management and ensuring internal controls and compliance. Committed to leveraging skills to optimise procurement operations and drive organisational efficiency.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work history
Manager Accounts Payable
Telenor Pakistan
Islamabad, Pakistan
2024.01 - 2026.04
- Directed end-to-end accounts payable operations, ensuring timely month-end and year-end closing processes for accurate financial reporting.
- Supervised AP reporting, focusing on aging accruals and payment forecasts to enhance management decision-making.
- Managed local and cross-border payments, including SBP-regulated transactions, ensuring compliance and efficiency in processing.
- Strengthened compliance with SBP WHT and GST regulations to maintain a zero breach record.
- Liaised with treasury to optimise working capital and improve cash flow efficiency across operations.
- Oversaw vendor reconciliations, resolving discrepancies to uphold strong supplier relationships.
- Ensured robust internal controls and readiness for audits, supporting both internal and external audit processes.
- Managed payments through corporate credit cards to streamline financial operations.
Assistant Manager Payments
Telenor Pakistan
Islamabad
2021.01 - 2023.01
- Managed timely settlement of financial obligations in compliance with SBP regulations, leading to reduced processing delays and improved operational efficiency.
- Administered LC portfolio, including margin management, refunds, and quarterly group reporting.
- Led offshore payment processing, ensuring compliance with regulatory documentation and approvals.
- Ensured accurate withholding of income tax and sales tax, minimizing compliance risks.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline foreign payment processes and support contract structuring with foreign vendors to ensure regulatory-compliant payment execution.
- Delivered AP analytics and aging reports, improving visibility on liabilities and cash planning.
- Achieved zero unrecorded payments at month-end, strengthening financial accuracy and controls.
Senior Executive / Accounts Officer
Telenor Pakistan
Islamabad
2012.01 - 2021.01
- Collaborated across departments to ensure smooth financial operations and issue resolution.
- Designed and implemented an ERP-based approval workflow for non-PO invoices, improving control and efficiency.
- Developed payment process for strategic projects (e.g., VEGA), enhancing accuracy.
- Strengthened coordination with banks to resolve transaction discrepancies and minimize operational disruptions.
- Produced regular management reports on payments, receipts, and ERP reconciliations to support decision-making.
Cash Management & Treasury Officer
Telenor Pakistan
Islamabad
2011.01 - 2012.01
- Performed bank reconciliations and ERP postings, ensuring accuracy of cash balances.
- Managed banking MIS reporting and coordination, supporting treasury operations.
- Assisted in maintaining daily liquidity visibility and transaction tracking.
Education
MBA - Accounting & Finance
Preston University
Islamabad, PakistanSkills
- Oracle Fusion and Coupa
- Procurement to pay (P2P)
- Vendor management
- Internal controls and compliance
Languages
English
Beginner
Timeline
Manager Accounts Payable
Telenor Pakistan
2024.01 - 2026.04
Assistant Manager Payments
Telenor Pakistan
2021.01 - 2023.01
Senior Executive / Accounts Officer
Telenor Pakistan
2012.01 - 2021.01
Cash Management & Treasury Officer
Telenor Pakistan
2011.01 - 2012.01
MBA - Accounting & Finance
Preston University