USMAN KHAN

• Track & Trace
• Key role in development of policy through policy formulation, creating legal frameworks, stakeholder coordination and evaluation
• Supervise the implementation of a comprehensive nationwide electronic monitoring system with tax stamps/barcodes on products to track goods enhance visibility and traceability throughout the supply chain, ensuring the seamless tracking of goods from origin to consumer
• Implementing robust monitoring and reporting systems as integral components of the policy cycle framework, ensuring transparency, accountability, and informed decision-making
• Identify system and human challenges to enhance the efficacy of the system and take steps in coordination with the Licensee to rectify system vulnerabilities
• Strategic planning for improvement and expansion from tobacco to sugar, cement, beverages, fertilizer and ginning sector through innovative technological solutions and the integration of artificial intelligence
• Proposed and drafted secondary legislation for engaging third party vendors to implement Digital Eye, an advanced AI system designed to oversee and enhance real-time sugar production monitoring, ensuring efficiency and innovation in the industry
• Focal person for implementation of the system for tracking production of white crystalline sugar for crushing season 2024-25.
• Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Improved project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices.

- Utilized domain expertise to supplement the tax system, nurturing skills, teambuilding and professional growth through training programs.
- Trained 100+ recruits in tax administration, offering holistic support to officers in various areas.
- Fostered Professional Development through study tours to diverse agencies & companies, offering insights on the tax ecosystem.
- Organized two international tax conferences on tax evasion & AML/terror financing, showcasing expertise in Knowledge Sharing /Collaboration.
- Designed & executed training for officers, as part of a reform project focusing on Capacity Building.
- Advised on research projects for trainee civil servants, fostering learning and innovation.
- Created Strategic Training Programs for mid-career officers to meet evolving tax needs
- Provided Specialized Training to FIA officers and organized FATF training for FBR officials.
- Enhanced Practical Skills Development through simulations, role-play, and class activities to empower trainees navigating tax complexities.

- Led key reforms, aligning with government economic goals through strategic leadership, stakeholder management, and enhancing policy development & economic growth.
- Experience in Fiscal Legislation through successful drafting of three National Finance Bills, generating a revenue impact of Rs. 395,682 Million
- Experience in Policy coherence for development through work in Japan-Pakistan High-Level Dialogue, Small and Medium Enterprise working groups, and National Single Window for trade facilitation. Drafted secondary legislation for foreign government registration to enhance capital market investment.
- International Tax Policy Coordination: Contributed to drafting BEPS legislation for OECD-recommended tax and provisions for implementing EOIR. Trained as an assessor for EOIR and AEOI standards by OECD in Romania.
- Coordinated interagency collaboration for policy advocacy & dialogue across Federal Ministries. Provided critical policy feedback to aid decision-making.
- Negotiated with World Bank on tax policies for fiscal sustainability in Medium Term Framework.
- Key contributions to Tax Compliance included streamlining self-assessment, preparing tax educational materials, and drafting the Tax Amnesty Scheme 2018, boosting transparency and revenue

- Supplemented tax administration by enhancing operational efficiency in revenue generation, aligning with fiscal goals through enhanced compliance.
- Successfully enforced tax laws for revenue mobilization in alignment with the fiscal policy, through core tax expertise.
- Conducted tax collection of over Rs. 180 Billion, showcasing abilities in enforcing taxpayer compliance
- Conducted sector analyses using tax & financial data to project revenue.
- Addressed revenue shortfalls by making data-driven decisions from the above analyses and implementing corrective measures.
- Led nationwide white sugar manufacturing monitoring exercise in 22 industries, showcasing strong operational leadership and team management skills.
- Defended the department in legal proceedings in High Court and Appellate Tribunal, showcasing adept advocacy in complex proceedings in high-stakes litigation.

- Leveraged data-driven insights to address compliance gaps, expanding the tax net through targeted actions and taxpayer engagement.
- Utilized data analytics to gather third-party data, analyze it comprehensively, and identify new taxpayers in Lahore.
- Taxpayer Outreach/Education: Issued 700 legal notices, aided in tax return filing, and educated individuals on tax obligations to promote voluntary compliance.
- Retrieved 4 million in tax arrears from taxpayers, showcasing effective collection strategies
- Educated taxpayers on tax laws, offered return filing guidance, showcasing strong communication skills to build trust and ensure compliance.
- Led cross-functional coordination with multiple stakeholders to execute large-scale taxpayer outreach.

- Utilized risk assessment skills and analytics to improve tax compliance, audit quality, and revenue growth through data insights and strategic planning.
- Risk-based strategy: Conducted revenue analysis on non-corporate taxpayers to identify high-risk individuals for targeted audits.
- Translated data-driven insights into audit strategies for efficient resource deployment
- Executed desk and on-site audits for non-corporate taxpayers, demonstrating expertise in tax audit and investigating intricate tax issues thoroughly.
- Recovered Rs. 15 million in tax arrears from audited taxpayers through agreed assessment.

Successfully drafted grounds of appeal, represented and pleaded cases of Regional Tax office Lahore in Commissioner Appeals, Successfully drafted grounds of appeal, represented and pleaded cases of Regional Tax office Lahore in Tax Tribunals, Tax Ombudsman and High Court.

Responsible for gathering third-party data and conducting data analysis to identify new taxpayers in the region of Gujranwala. Issue legal notices to file tax returns on the basis of information related to household expenditure, foreign travel, land purchases, motor vehicle purchases, and utility bills. Facilitate such potential taxpayers to file returns and educate them about tax laws. Recover any tax arrears due from taxpayers