Hi, I’m
SYED AHMED SULTAN
Karachi
Overview
10
years of professional experience
Work History
A.F. Ferguson & Co. (PwC Pakistan)
Audit Senior (Associate II)
12.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Worked with Managers, Directors and Partners to plan engagement objectives, identify risks and devise audit strategies in accordance with professional standards.
- Delegated tasks successfully among teams and conducted timely reviews as a team lead. Ensured the quality of overall audit and timely documentation as per professional standards and regulatory standards, addressing partner’s and manager’s queries.
- Prepared and reviewed audit reports, communications to those charged with governance and management letters.
- Engaged clients and provided technical advice throughout the audit process, including identification of areas for improvement in clients’ business processes.
- Provided coaching and feedback to junior members of the engagement team and ensured continuous training and development of the skills of the audit team.
- Assisted in planning activities and performance of audit procedures during execution of the audit in accordance with professional standards and local laws.
- Tested the client organization's internal controls and prepared the internal control reports specifying the deficiencies, risks and recommendations.
- Preparation and maintenance of audit files at the firm’s audit software.
- Verified and tested financial statements and supporting disclosures.
- Performed completion procedures to support issuance of the audit report.
- Managed end-to-end tax compliance for corporate and individual clients, including the preparation and filing of annual income tax returns and monthly sales tax statements via the IRIS portal.
- Assisted Partners and Senior Managers in drafting technical responses to notices issued by tax authorities and legal briefs for proceedings in the High Court.
- Conducted tax provision reviews and deferred tax calculations as part of statutory audits to ensure compliance with local tax laws and IAS 12.
- Acted as a point of contact for tax authorities, resolving queries regarding withholding tax audits and refund applications.
ICM JAPAN
Business Development Executive
01.2018 - 01.2019
Job overview
- Managed end-to-end automobile import portfolios for a diverse client base across Tanzania, Uganda, Kenya, Botswana, and Somalia.
- Acted as the primary point of contact for international stakeholders, ensuring seamless communication and transaction fulfillment.
FlexSource International
Business Development Executive
01.2016 - 01.2017
Job overview
- Managed service inquiries and technical support for Canadian clients regarding internet and telephony solutions.
- Developed high-level verbal and written communication skills in a fast-paced, international client-facing environment.
Timeline
Audit Senior (Associate II)
A.F. Ferguson & Co. (PwC Pakistan)
12.2022 - Current
Business Development Executive
ICM JAPAN
01.2018 - 01.2019
Business Development Executive
FlexSource International
01.2016 - 01.2017