I am a highly acclaimed, bilingual Senior Executive with a record of excellence in all areas of audit, internal controls, compliance, financial analysis, operations, and business management. Proven expertise in risk based internal audit, internal controls improvements, and products, policies, and procedural documents review and development. Proven track record of developing customized financial strategies and solutions to meet the needs of clients and ability to diagnose and report issues to return organizations to economic stability. Proven track record of forecasting, budget planning, implementations and reporting deadlines. Perfect review of adequacy and effectiveness of the organization’s system of internal control. Ability of taking initiatives that will enhance company performance, profitability and achievement of corporate goal.
My key skills include Budgeting & Forecasting, IFRS, IAS & GAAPs, Financial Analysis, ISAs, ISACA, Financial Statement Analysis, Risk Assessment, Internal Controls, Tax Compliance, Project Management, Strategic Planning & Analysis, Risk Assessment & Mitigation, Couching & Mentoring, Team Leadership, Communication Skills and Microsoft Office
My professional background and great industrial exposure coupled with an excellent track record makes me an ideal candidate for executive roles. As such I would welcome a discussion regarding opportunities with your organization that fit my background.
Senior Vice President – Audit / Head Internal Audit, Jun 2017 – Present
Sr. Manager, Internal Audit, Jan – Jun 2017
Manager, Internal Audit, May 2016 – Dec 2016
Perform under the directions of Chairman of Audit Committee and delivered assurance of state of internal controls within the bank. Spearhead audit engagement processes in all verticals, majorly including detailed planning of audit assignments, execution and reporting in line with audit methodology of the charter. Track and control progress of audit such as consultations on unresolved matters, resolving differences of professional judgment, and addressing accounting and auditing issues raised during audit. Function in close coordination with Statutory Auditors in drafting audit opinions and other statutory reports such as modifications in accordance with International Standards of Auditing (ISA), Local Laws & regulations, and Code of Ethics issued by International Federation of Accountants. Cultivate strong relationships with other stakeholders of the bank, identify potential opportunities to facilitate with issues, and continuously tapped new business opportunities for the bank. Worked on supporting Finance team in development and selection of ERP solution.
Key Accomplishments
Recognized and detected staff frauds and recommended improved processes, structures, and governance by executing risk based audit approach/ methodology.
Achieved bottom line results by leading the implementation of IFRS-9 in the bank as well as offering trainings to risk management, finance, and audit staff members.
Identified need for skills improvement and conducted regular training to audit officers/associates regarding latest changes in IFRSs, ISAs, which improved efficiency.
Inspected various offices of bank, locally as well as represented bank in international trainings and exposure visits.
Served as an integral member of process improvement committee of the bank and retained departments/divisions of audit/inspection group updated with changes in regulatory instructions.
Developed a thorough understanding of Accounting and Internal Control System to assess the overall audit risk and prepared various assurance and compliance reports/ certificates for statutory and regulatory purposes.
Delivered full technical and analytical support in the co-ordination for audit clients including planning, day to day control, liaising with clients and completing audit assignments.
Established audit strategy, detailed audit plan and audit programs in respect of annual and interim audits as well as planned, executed and completed stages of audit.
Built collaborative rapport with other members of the audit team, and colleagues in other parts of the firm as necessary to provide high quality client service
Served as a resource in all efforts to supervise and plan assurance engagements based on understanding of the entity and risk assessment of business.
Major Clients
Pakistan General Insurance, Silver Star Insurance, Bank of Punjab, National Bank of Pakistan and MCB Bank