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Zeeshan Akbar
Manager Finance & Accounts
Lahore,PB
Summary
Results-driven Accounts Manager, experienced in financial statement review, auditing and reporting. Well-versed in producing reports, evaluating department operations and handling month- and year-end closings. Meticulous, conscientious and methodical in approach. Reasonably skilled in explaining complex financial information to all levels of staff and management in a clear and accessible manner. Have first hand team lead exposure in regulatory and investigative audit in energy sector, manufacturing sector, Financial & Insurance sector and Foreign Currency exchange sector.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Manager of Accounts and Finance
Samsons Group of Companies
Lahore
12.2020 - Current
- Maintained policy, procedure and regulatory compliance business-wide.
- Supported year-end audits by preparing physical and digital records for review.
- Analyzed monthly balance sheets, income statements and cash flow information and wrote up reports.
- Developed annual budgets to meet organizational needs.
- Reconciled balance sheets and income statements each month.
- Assisted staff with questions about budgets, disbursements and other financial matters.
- Oversaw distribution expense of 70 distributors & tracking with annual or monthly budget approved by the higher management.
- Reviewed historical records, current operational data and forecasting information to identify and capitalize on system enhancement opportunities.
- Created financial dashboards to provide insights into key performance indicators.
- Complied with established internal controls and policies.
- Prepared cash flow projections, cost analysis and monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
- Prepared internal and regulatory financial reports, balance sheets and income statements.
- Established internal audit procedures to validate and improve accuracy of financial reporting.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through development of innovative solutions.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
Manager Finance and Accounts
Dupak Group of Companies (Fortress Square Services (Pvt.) Limited) (Dupak Properties (Pvt.) Limited)
Lahore
09.2019 - 11.2020
- Created organizational structures to improve accounting and finance functions.
- Executed vendor setup and payment, administration of bank accounts and account reconciliations.
- Supported operations management, sales, and marketing efforts to increase revenue and overall financial health.
- Trained new and existing staff members in various financial procedures to prepare for job requirements.
- Monitored budget and revenue trends, compiling reports for company leadership to inform decision-making.
- Processed invoices and contacted appropriate parties for timely payment receipt.
- Forecasted trends and recommended improvements based on financial risk analyses.
- Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
- Researched and facilitated software integration to streamline accounting and financial processes.
- Completed filings and upheld strict compliance with regulatory agencies and supervisors.
- Reviewed documentation and identified financial discrepancies where applicable.
- Presentation of Quarterly & Annual Financial Statements & other management reports to Board of Directors on periodic basis for all companies
- Ensuring timely monthly closing of accounts including reconciliation of payables, receivables & banks, recording of all expenses (Paid or Payable) and Income (Received & Receivable), advances adjustments.
- Supervision of monthly Income Tax Withholding statements & sales tax returns filing & ensuring compliance with applicable corporate laws including taxation laws
- Monitoring monthly recovery of receivables of all companies, highlighting significant, aging analysis & taking/suggesting appropriate actions whenever necessary.
- Ensuring proper functioning of ERP SAP B-1, coordination with ERP team for preparation of customized reports, directors' dashboards & rectification of errors, bugs, incorrect data entry.
- Coordinating with External Auditors, resolving/reporting matters arising during course of audit & ensuring timely completion of external audit & filing of income tax return
Deputy Manager Finance
Apna Micro Finance Bank Limited
Lahore
11.2015 - 09.2019
- Communicated with staff, vendors and contractors regarding invoices and payment status to facilitate accounts payable and accounts receivable procedures.
- Hired, trained and evaluated accounting staff to support department growth and achieve goals.
- Reviewed accounting and financial documents for accuracy and examined supporting documentation to establish conformance with contracts and agreements.
- Supported operational efforts and budgetary needs by taking initiative to recommend and manage costs and revenue enhancement.
- Monitoring of behavior of core banking system in respect of receivables in comparison to respective MIS Reports
- Prepared financial statements, accruals and journal entries and maintained reconciliations to summarize current and projected figures of company financial position.
- Coordinated and cooperated with internal and external audits and implemented agreed upon recommendations.
- Supervised day-to-day activities of accounting staff and delegated tasks to increase productivity and office efficiency.
- Liaised with CFO on daily basis to communicate accounting activities and establish metrics for operating decisions.
- Executed vendor setup and payment, administration of bank accounts and account reconciliations.
- Trained new and existing staff members in various financial procedures to prepare for job requirements.
- Completed filings and upheld strict compliance with regulatory agencies and supervisors.
- Preparation of Projections and forecasting while keeping in view regulatory requirement of MCR (Minimum Capital Requirement), CAR (Capital Adequacy Requirements), SLR (Statutory Liquidity Requirements), CRR (Cash reserve Requirements) as per Prudential Regulations for MFB's.
- Preparation of different reports and financial information in order to meet requirements of State Bank of Pakistan and other credit rating agencies.
- Handling all confidential correspondence, regulatory reporting and special reporting for State Bank of Pakistan.
- Supervisor for SBP Regular as well as Special Reporting Requirements in respect of all financial heads.
Audit Supervisor
RSM Avais Hyder Liaquat Nauman Chartered Accountants
Lahore
12.2011 - 09.2015
- Reviewed audited financial, operational and regulatory compliance deficiencies and conducted follow-ups.
- Preparation of planning and strategy documents for audit and other assurance engagements.
- Team management as Job supervisor, involving direct reporting to senior manager and Engagement Partner.
- Maintained communication clients throughout auditing process to deliver status updates.
- Assessment of internal controls to identify system deficiencies and recommendation to streamline process.
- Assessing financial statements in order to ensure their compliance with requirements of local laws, regulations and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
- Trained new audit personnel to perform duties according to regulations and established procedures.
- Created, enforced and consistently improved audit procedures to improve audit efficiency.
- Conducted strategic and technical reviews to verify compliance with quality control standards, schedule constraints and budget parameters.
- Supervised and guided 11 employees during audits to safeguard accuracy.
- Preparation of detailed analytical reviews, analysis and budget comparisons.
Education
Certificate in Accounting & Finance - Accounting And Finance
Institute of Chartered Accountant of Pakistan
Lahore, Pakistan 03.2008 - 09.2011
Skills
Budget forecasting
undefinedSoftware
SAP B-1
Interests
Reading books
Movies
Work Availability
monday
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Quote
Judge a man by his questions rather than his answers.
Voltaire
Timeline
Manager of Accounts and Finance
Samsons Group of Companies
12.2020 - Current
Manager Finance and Accounts
Dupak Group of Companies (Fortress Square Services (Pvt.) Limited) (Dupak Properties (Pvt.) Limited)
09.2019 - 11.2020
Deputy Manager Finance
Apna Micro Finance Bank Limited
11.2015 - 09.2019
Audit Supervisor
RSM Avais Hyder Liaquat Nauman Chartered Accountants
12.2011 - 09.2015
Certificate in Accounting & Finance - Accounting And Finance
Institute of Chartered Accountant of Pakistan
03.2008 - 09.2011
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