shahid altaf
Lahore,PB
Summary
Dedicated accounting professional with over 15 years of diversified experience in accounting, administration, and operational management. Expertise in managing payroll and treasury functions, with a proven track record in optimizing financial processes and ensuring compliance. Skilled in leading teams, negotiating with vendors, and implementing effective policies to enhance organizational performance.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Lead-Treasury Operations & Benefits
Confiz
07.2024 - Current
- Managed multi-territory payroll operations (PAK, USA, UAE) for employees and global consultants, handling data entries for new hires, terminations, raises, bonuses, and allowances
- Independently managed ADP Total Source for U.S
- Payroll, ensuring accurate and timely semi-monthly salary disbursements
- Administered 401(k) contributions via the Equitable portal, overseeing semi-monthly payments and compliance for LLC staff benefits
- Independently oversaw the company's provident fund, managing investments in mutual funds, T-bills, and PIBs, along with regular audits
- Ensured accurate employee settlements, tax filings, Zakat submissions, and monthly EOBI and PESSI compliance
- Administered global consultant payments and Amex/local company credit cards, managing approvals and transactions efficiently
- Coordinated company loans and salary advances with complete documentation, ensuring timely disbursements
- Managed the company's treasury operations, meticulously overseeing cash flow to ensure sufficient liquidity for all scheduled payments and obligations, monitored daily cash balances, and maintained accurate records to minimize risk
- Negotiated favorable foreign remittance rates, optimizing cost efficiency in international transactions
- Conducted intercompany and bank reconciliations across territories, with weekly reporting on cash flows, provident fund investments, and fund positions
- Directed global travel expense systems, overseeing bookings, expense tracking, and settlement processes
- Conducted monthly reporting of PRCs to the State Bank of Pakistan, confirming all export remittances with relevant banks
Assistant Manager Accounts
Confiz
07.2022 - 06.2024
- Managed financial entries and international payments for European, U.S., and UAE subsidiaries using QuickBooks and Business Central ERP D365, ensuring compliance and accuracy
- Processed and tracked project, deployment, server, and software expenses from preparation through to payment
- Led recruitment, training, and performance management for the accounting team, driving high-performance culture and continuous development
- Ensured timely renewals with regulatory bodies (PSEB, Pasha, LCCI, trademark, etc.), maintaining compliance and certifications
- Prepared semi-monthly cash flow updates for management, providing clear insights into liquidity to support operational expenses
- Administered vehicle leases, including limit renewals and bookings, to support company transport needs
- Managed the company's Export Refinance Facility, ensuring compliance with bank requirements and State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) regulations
- Handled all banking relations and operations, from account management to online portal maintenance and payment processing
- Arranged bank guarantees to secure employee benefits such as fuel and credit cards, enhancing benefit offerings
Acting Workplace & Community Lead
Confiz
01.2021 - 06.2022
- Supervised daily office operations, including facility management, maintenance, and inventory to ensure a well-organized, efficient workspace
- Developed and enforced administrative policies and procedures, enhancing compliance and operational efficiency
- Negotiated vendor contracts and managed service provider relationships, securing cost-effective and timely service delivery
- Organized company events, meetings, and conferences, handling logistics, catering, and travel arrangements to ensure smooth execution
- Assisted in budgeting and monitored administrative expenses to promote cost-effective operations
- Conducted health and safety audits, ensuring compliance and implementing corrective measures for a safe work environment
- Oversaw office maintenance and upkeep, fostering a safe and productive atmosphere
- Managed office supplies and equipment inventory, maintaining optimal stock levels and minimizing disruptions
- Managed the procurement of diverse inventory, including IT equipment (laptops, mobiles, devices) and general administrative supplies, ensuring quality purchases and timely fulfillment to support company operations
- Coordinated staff travel arrangements, including flights, accommodation, and transportation, for seamless travel experiences
- Collaborated with IT to maintain office technology, resolving technical issues swiftly to support uninterrupted operations
Senior Finance & Accounts Executive
Confiz
01.2015 - 12.2020
- Oversaw company travel expenses and payables, ensuring timely processing in line with company policy standards
- Managed receivables and recoveries by fostering strong client relationships, enhancing collection efficiency
- Coordinated import and customs clearance for people-counting devices, supporting the Shopper Value segment
- Calculated landed costs for imported devices, including taxes, duties, freight, and overheads for accurate cost accounting
- Filed Form A, Form 29, AGM documentation, and other SECP requirements, ensuring compliance with regulatory obligations
- Efficiently managed petty cash and expenses to maintain financial accuracy and support daily operations
- Managed comprehensive bank reconciliations, ensuring alignment between bank statements and company records to maintain financial accuracy and timely reporting
Senior Account Executive
Interwood Mobel (Pvt) Ltd.
07.2014 - 01.2015
- Led the payables team, overseeing data entry in Oracle software to ensure accurate and timely vendor payments
- Supervised banking activities, conducting thorough checks on bank reconciliations and receipts to maintain financial integrity
- Managed party reconciliations to ensure precise and timely payments to vendors, enhancing vendor relationships
- Responded to audit-related inquiries, providing necessary documentation and insights to facilitate smooth audit processes
Senior Account Executive
Madina Feeds (Pvt) Limited
03.2012 - 07.2014
- Maintaining accounts ledgers relating to customers, vendors, etc
- Preparing income tax and sales tax documents relating to company
- Preparation of staff salaries
- Preparation of bank reconciliation statements
- Preparation of journal vouchers and GRNs
- Having monthly visits of projects and verify
- Conducting monthly stock taking visits and prepare reports accordingly
Assistant Credit Analyst
NIB Bank Limited (merged into MCB Bank Ltd)
01.2008 - 02.2012
- Handling all the Admin matters of department and conducting the trainings and test every month regarding RMA PIL/Auto policy
- Responsible to process all RMA PIL/Auto applications according to policies and procedures
- Responsible to handle all issues related FRMU
- Contest the discrepant cases with sales and responsible to process all discrepant files after resolve the discrepancies
- Responsible to process all the application within TAT
- MIS coordinator of central region
- Checking the liabilities targets of every individual on daily basis
- KYC (Knowing to Your Customer) Ensures investment advisors know detailed information about their clients' risk tolerance, investment knowledge and financial position
- Responsible to process all Personal loan according to policies and procedures
- Review of applications and coding on system
- Maximum customer exposure calculation
- Responsible to handle all issue related FRMU
- Internal Verification of the cases
- Contest the discrepant cases with sales and responsible to resolution
Account Officer
Kashmir Feeds (Pvt) Limited
01.2007 - 11.2007
- Maintaining accounts ledgers relating to customers, vendors, etc
- Preparation of bank reconciliation statements
- Preparation of journal vouchers and GRNs
- Having monthly visits of projects and verify
- Conducting monthly stock taking visits and prepare reports accordingly
Education
MBA - Accounting and Finance
University of South Asia
09.2006
BCom - Accounting and Finance
Punjab Group Of Colleges
09.2004
Skills
- Treasury Management
- Payroll Processing
- ADP Total Source & Equitable Management
- Employee Benefits Management
- Provident Fund Management
- Accounts Receivable (AP)
- Expense Management
Timeline
Senior Lead-Treasury Operations & Benefits
Confiz
07.2024 - Current
Assistant Manager Accounts
Confiz
07.2022 - 06.2024
Acting Workplace & Community Lead
Confiz
01.2021 - 06.2022
Senior Finance & Accounts Executive
Confiz
01.2015 - 12.2020
Senior Account Executive
Interwood Mobel (Pvt) Ltd.
07.2014 - 01.2015
Senior Account Executive
Madina Feeds (Pvt) Limited
03.2012 - 07.2014
Assistant Credit Analyst
NIB Bank Limited (merged into MCB Bank Ltd)
01.2008 - 02.2012
Account Officer
Kashmir Feeds (Pvt) Limited
01.2007 - 11.2007
BCom - Accounting and Finance
Punjab Group Of Colleges
MBA - Accounting and Finance
University of South Asia
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