Microsoft Dynamics GP
Muhammad Arslan Alam Shah
Accountant
Lahore-Punjab
Summary
Seasoned Payroll Specialist bringing 10 years' experience in accounting and operations management. Proven history of achievement and innovation coupled with outstanding work ethic, commitment and loyalty. Strong track record of effective leadership, collaborative teamwork and articulate communication. Highly adept with key strengths in payroll administration functions, including discrepancy research, regulatory guidelines adherence, complex processing procedures and program management.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages
Work History
Senior Account Executive (Payroll Master ME)
Avanceon Limited
01.2022 - Current
- Managed Payroll for Current Company situated in Dubai , Qatar and Saudi Arabia.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive employee information while addressing payroll concerns or disputes.
- Managed garnishments, levies, and support orders in accordance with legal requirements, reducing company liabilities.
- Facilitated smooth onboarding of new hires by efficiently entering relevant data into the payroll system.
- Conducted regular reconciliations of general ledger accounts related to payroll transactions for accurate financial reporting purposes.
- Enhanced the efficiency of the payroll department by cross-training team members in various functions.
- Optimized workflow processes within the department to improve overall productivity while maintaining quality standards.
- Provided detailed cost analysis reports to management highlighting areas of potential savings within the company's compensation structure.
- Assisted employees with inquiries regarding their paychecks, deductions, and other related issues, providing clear and concise communication.
- Coordinated annual open enrollment process for employee benefits, ensuring seamless integration into the payroll system.
- Reduced payroll errors by conducting thorough audits and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Collaborated with human resources to maintain up-to-date employee information for precise payroll calculations.
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for 250 employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
- Generated reports to track employee time and attendance.
- Tracked employee vacation, sick and personal time.
- Reconciled payroll discrepancies and responded to inquiries from employees.
- Final Settlements as per Labour Law of Middle East
Accounts Executive (Accounts Payables)
Avanceon Limited
01.2017 - 12.2021
- Enhanced financial reporting capabilities with thorough analysis of variances between actual expenses versus budgeted amounts.
- Facilitated audits by ensuring availability of appropriate documentation, leading to smoother audit processes and minimal findings.
- Maintained internal controls compliance within the accounts payable department by adhering to established policies and procedures at all times.
- Collaborated with other departments to resolve any billing disputes or issues, resulting in improved interdepartmental communication.
- Served as a key contact person for external vendors, addressing inquiries on payment statuses promptly and professionally.
- Assisted in preparation of annual budget by providing historical data analysis and forecasting future expenses based on trends.
- Reduced discrepancies in financial records by conducting thorough account reconciliations and rectifying any inconsistencies.
- Improved invoice processing efficiency by streamlining accounts payable procedures and implementing an automated system.
- Streamlined month-end closing processes, allowing for faster reporting to management on financial results.
- Balanced accounts associated with accounts payable process.
- Partnered with auditors to track errors and add contributions to maintain accuracy.
- Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.
- Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
- Collected and reported monthly expense variances and explanations.
- Intercompany reconciliation between each company to other for smooth transactions for payables and receivables.
- Recording of employees related expenses as per company policy by validation of each expense and error free recording and monthly report presenting the actual numbers to be paid off to management.
- Training the new joiners related to employees expenses by passing the knowledge of the ERP system and helping them out.
Accounts Officer
Avanceon Limited
01.2013 - 12.2016
- Maintained up-to-date records of all payments, ensuring proper documentation for audit purposes.
- Assisted with the transition to a new payment system, resulting in improved user experience and reduced processing time.
- Reconciled company bank, credit card and line of credit accounts, investigating, and resolving discrepancies to keep accounts audit-ready.
- Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
- Reconciled account information and reported figures in general ledger by comparing to bank account statement each month.
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Recorded deposits, reconciled monthly bank accounts and tracked expenses.
- Reconciled accounts, managed audits and updated financial records with remarkable accuracy.
- Maintained account accuracy by reviewing and reconciling checks monthly.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounts
Punjab University
Lahore 04.2001 -
F.SC Pre Engineering - Pre Engineering
BISE Lahore
Lahore 04.2001 -
Skills
Microsoft Office
Financial Reporting
Budgeting and Forecasting
Analytica Skills
Taxation Knowledge
Software
Microsoft Office
Power BI
Timeline
Senior Account Executive (Payroll Master ME)
Avanceon Limited
01.2022 - Current
Accounts Executive (Accounts Payables)
Avanceon Limited
01.2017 - 12.2021
Accounts Officer
Avanceon Limited
01.2013 - 12.2016
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounts
Punjab University
04.2001 -
F.SC Pre Engineering - Pre Engineering
BISE Lahore
04.2001 -