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Work History
Education
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Rana Ahsan

Faisalabad,PB

Summary

Goal oriented professional offering over 5 years of professional experience and a recognized business acumen in managing Accounting, Financial Reporting, Management Reporting, Taxation, Auditing, Assurance, Finance, ERP Implementation and contributing higher rate of organizational growth.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages

Work History

Finance Manager

Time Ceramics (Private) Limited
Faisalabad, Punjab
12.2018 - Current
  • Processed LC including necessary documentation and follow up with the banks till the retirement of LC.
  • Processed imports using other than LC payment method i.e., open account and contracts and follow-ups with banks.
  • Processed imports payment at maturity and arranging necessary documentation and fulfilling the requirement of the bank
  • Assessed budget plans and present costs to forecast trends and recommend changes.
  • Analyzed financial statements against forecasts to prepare high-level variance analysis.
  • Created organizational structures to improve accounting and finance functions.
  • Identified improvement changes regarding key processes for internal controls and accounting procedures.
  • Produced interim and annual reports outlining financial data to assist management with making strategic plans and operational decisions.
  • Improved overall financial reporting by streamlining control processes and reporting structures.
  • Mitigated process gaps and managed all operational functions, including account openings, trades, documentation, regulatory compliance.
  • Evaluated competitor data and statistics to develop business investment strategy and drive growth.
  • Trained new and existing staff members in various financial procedures to help each prepare for job requirements.

Senior Tax Associate

Tariq Abdul Ghani Maqbool & Co. Chartered Accountants
Lahore, Punjab
11.2017 - 12.2018
  • Reviewed and analyzed client data and accurately prepared income tax returns and tax research.
  • Developed in-depth knowledge of client business and industry through direct interaction while working on various aspects of engagement.
  • Consulted with clients to assess and mitigate future tax liabilities and determine eligibility for tax abatement.
  • Responded promptly to official tax notices requiring clarifications and additional submissions.
  • Identified impactful regulations and incorporated changes to comply with new requirements.
  • Classified assets correctly to properly account for depreciation on routine filings.
  • Maintained complete records of client tax returns and supporting documentation in secured areas.
  • Conducted reviews of internal tax documentation, reducing errors related to missed tax benefits.

Senior Audit and Assurance Associate

Tariq Abdul Ghani Maqbool & Co, Chartered Accountants
Lahore, Punjab
09.2015 - 11.2017
  • Lead team through the planning, execution and finalization stages of audit.
  • Planned audit engagement based on understanding of the entity and assessment of business and related audit risks.
  • Coordinated with the senior manager and partner to define the extent of planned audit procedures and to update on progress of the engagement.
  • Supervised, reviewed and finalized assurance engagements.
  • Liaisons with client's management and communication of relevant matters to persons at appropriate level of responsibility.
  • Assisted clients in preparation of financial statements in accordance with the applicable international financial reporting framework.
  • Provided advisory services to clients on various matters related to Accounting, Finance, Budgeting, Due Diligence and Accounting Software.
  • Quarterly compliance regarding tax and internal audit.
  • Prepared and implemented SOP's for various industries, manufacturing, services, NGO's, Wholesalers, Distributors & Retailers.
  • Reviewed working papers as completed by staff, validating exceptions and the feasibility of suggested resolutions.
  • Designed and performed audit tests to evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of these controls.
  • Inter departmental coordination for provision of effective and quality services to clients.

Education

Intermediate - Science Education

Superior Science Higher Secondary School
Muzaffar Garh
10.2008 - 10.2010

Skills

Microsoft Excel and Word

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Accomplishments

  • Major Clients include; Client Name Sector Pak west Industries (Pvt.) Limited Manufacturer Lal din Group of Companies Manufacturer Frito-Lay Pakistan (PEPSICO) Food & Beverages Phoenix Foods Private Limited Food & Beverages Zaitoon Group Real estate developers XGRID Private Limited Software House I3RL Pvt.
  • Limited Software House WAPDA Welfare Fund Services DEX International Limited Services KICS UET Lahore NPO Society of Alternative Media NGO Society of Access to Quality.

Affiliations

Association of Chartered Certified Accountants

Timeline

Finance Manager

Time Ceramics (Private) Limited
12.2018 - Current

Senior Tax Associate

Tariq Abdul Ghani Maqbool & Co. Chartered Accountants
11.2017 - 12.2018

Senior Audit and Assurance Associate

Tariq Abdul Ghani Maqbool & Co, Chartered Accountants
09.2015 - 11.2017

Intermediate - Science Education

Superior Science Higher Secondary School
10.2008 - 10.2010
Rana Ahsan