Muhammad Shehryar

A self-driven and goal-oriented individual, pursuing Chartered Accountancy from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan (ICAP), currently serving as Audit Associate II in Assurance (ASR) Group of A. F. FERGUSON & Co., Chartered Accountants, a member firm of the PricewaterhouseCoopers network (PwC Pakistan). Having experience of over three years across various industries, providing assurance services to a variety of large and mid-tier clients (including listed companies and high-profile clients) primarily in energy, industrial manufacturing, and natural resources exploratory entities.

• Attended various in-house workshops & training sessions and cleared various internal tests about PwC audit methodology; and
• Passed various E-learns (internal tests) as devised PwC for its assurance personnel.

• Effective planning and execution of assurance engagements (as per the requirements of International Standards on Auditing - ISAs) and other assignments to ensure completion of the same within the prescribed statutory deadlines and those agreed with the management;
• Coordination with team manager to discuss the extent of planned audit procedures and to update on the progress of the engagement;
• Application of practical aspects of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRSs) and ISAs during assurance engagements;
• Assisting clients in the preparation of Financial Statements in accordance with the applicable IFRSs, Corporate Laws, Listing Regulations and other directives of regulatory authorities;
• Assessment of entity’s business, environment and internal control risks;
• Understanding of entity’s business processes (mainly financial reporting process), analysis and review of design and effectiveness of internal controls implemented by management, identification of significant weaknesses and recommending improvements therein;
• Providing basic advisory services to clients in respect of taxation, accounting treatment of complex transactions and compliance with secretarial practices;
• Co-ordination with professionals in various fields like legal, taxation, actuarial and IT experts;
• Working effectively in different teams for varying periods of time, building good working relationships with both: colleagues and clients’ personnel at all levels; and
• Supervision, professional development and on-the-job training of staff.

• Consistently been awarded ‘Outstanding’ and ‘High Performer’ ratings during regular performance appraisals;
• Completed various mandatory training sessions organized by PwC Pakistan, such as Assurance 1, Assurance 2 and Assurance 3. Also attended trainings on new accounting standards such as IFRS 9, IFRS 15, and IFRS 16; and
• Completed 55 hours Presentation & Communication Skills Course (PCSC-I) prescribed by ICAP.

• Mari Petroleum Company Limited - Half Year Review for the period ended December 31, 2022
• Bestway Cement Limited - Year ended June 30, 2023 & Half Year Review for the period ended December 31, 2023
• Fauji Foundation (Trust) - Year ended September 30, 2022
• Al Hajj Pakistan Exploration Limited – Pakistan Branch - Year ended December 31 2021 - 24
• Al Hajj Pakistan Kadanwari Limited – Pakistan Branch - Year ended December 31, 2021 - 24
• Al Hajj Pakistan Kirthar B.V. – Pakistan Branch - Year ended December 31, 2021 - 24
• Al Hajj Pakistan Exploration Limited Group Reporting - Year ended December 31, 2021 - 24
• Foundation Wind Energy I Limited - Half Year Review for the period ended June 30, 2024 & Year ended December 31, 2024
• Foundation Wind Energy II Limited - Half Year Review for the period ended June 30, 2024 & Year ended December 31, 2024
• TNB Repair & Maintenance SDN – Pakistan Branch - Year ended December 31, 2021
• TNB Repair & Maintenance Group Reporting - Year ended December 31, 2021
• Potwar South (Block 3271-6) Petroleum Concession Joint Operations - Year ended December 31, 2021 - 22
• Baska North (Block 3169-4) Petroleum Concession Joint Operations - Year ended December 31, 2021 - 22
• Oil and Gas Development Company Limited - Agreed upon procedures – Physical Verification & Reconciliation of Stores & Spares.
• Norwegian Church Aid - Grant Audits For Projects In Swat Valley.