Managing Internal Audit of Projects, Systems, Controls & Processes, for all Functions and Business Operations;
Financial Statements (Monthly, Quarterly, and Annual) Reporting, Analysis, and Review – Trend Analysis, Profitability Analysis, Aging of Receivables and Payables, Inventory Aging.
Working capital analysis and management, cash flow management, daily bank positions, and finance management.
Yearly and monthly budgeting and financial forecasting. Product costing and pricing review and analysis.
Reviewing Accounting and Cash Management for all projects (manually and system).
Project profitability review (P&L, Cost Centers, Budgeting, and Allocation).
Review and monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPI) for various departments;
Improve Control Environment (Policy, Procedure,  SOP\'s);
Managing and overseeing ERP implementation For HO and Projects;
Managing Continuous Process Improvements, Identifying opportunities for cost savings and margin optimization;
Monitoring Capex Projects and establish Fixed Assets Management System - Assets Audit, Asset Tagging and Tracking.
Liaising with External Parties like External Auditors, Tax Department, and Legal Consultants.

Specialized in Providing quality services in following areas:
 

Internal Auditing - Auditing of systems, controls, processes, functions and activities;
Risk Management - Risk Assessment, Risk Registers, Risk Frameworks;
Control Environment - Internal Controls Implementation, evaluation and improvement, (Policy, Procedure, SOP\'s, Process Flows);
Business Excellence - Continuous Process Improvements, cost savings, margin optimization;
Finance & Accounting - Accounting and Bookkeeping for small and medium enterprises (on/off site);
Project management – Project profitability review (P&L, Cost Centers, Budgeting and Allocation, BOQ;
Performance management – Key Performance Indicators (KPI) establishment, review and process management;
Supply Chain Management - Inventory Audit, Inventory Management, Logistics, Warehousing etc.;
Fixed Assets Management - Assets Audit. Asset Tagging and Tracking;
Taxation - Sales Tax, Income Tax.

Recently worked with Cold Solutions Ltd as an Internal Audit and Accounting Manager for one of the entities, which is an IoT-based company specializing in equipping the automotive and logistics industry with cutting-edge technological tools and equipment based in Riyadh KSA..
My role in included mainly Overseeing Internal Audit function, Processes & System Improvements, Business Excellence and lately Accounts / Financial Management.

Worked as Audit Manager / Head in Emirates Food Industries LLC (EFI Group). EFI is one of the leading FMCG Company. EFI is a wholly owned subsidiary of National Holding Company (based in Abu Dhabi) with interests in financial, industrial, property development, general trading and oil & gas sectors).  
Key business segments of EFI are mainly Foods, Animal Feed, Dairy Farms, and Dairy Products. EFI has extensive manufacturing, logistics and distribution operations across the UAE and Middle East. EFI Group consists of more than 10 companies which plays a key role in the UAE Food Security Agenda.  
Roles, Responsibilities and Key Achievements:

Independent and regular reporting to the Audit and Risk Committee (ARC) of Board of Directors (BOD) and administratively to Senior Management;
Organized Audit and Risk Committee (ARC) meetings (as per Annual Agenda which includes but not limited to financial statements review, update on IA Dept. activities, progress, key findings and issues, KPIs etc.);
Updating of Internal Audit Manuals, Internal Audit Charter, ARC Charter, Quarterly ARC Meeting Packs;
Carried out Comprehensive Risk Assessment exercise for key functions & processes across all BUs;
Developed Internal Audit Plan for the Group (risk based). Executed number of Audits (planned & ad hoc);
Evaluated adequacy & effectiveness of Risk Management System (ERM) implemented by management;
Received recognition from ARC on converting Internal Audit Function to become an Integral Value Adding Pillar;
Evaluated and reviewed Policies, Procedures and SOP’s whether those are consistent with organization objectives and international standards & best business practices;
Performed and managed special or detailed reviews and Fraud Investigations based on fraud indicators highlighted while performing the audits and upon request of ARC, BOD, and Senior Management;
Enhanced coordination and communication with senior and operational management, department heads and managers;
Identification of Control Gaps / weaknesses, non-compliances with policies & procedures and laws & regulations;
Provided practically implementable solutions / recommendations for improving control environment and cost savings;
Coordination and liaison with External Auditors, Legal Counsel, and Consultants (PWC, Deloitte, E&Y, Al Tamimi).

Successfully performed roles of Audit Manager & Senior Auditor in Agthia Group (Corporate Office). Agthia Group is a leading Abu Dhabi based FMCG company established in 2004. Listed on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX).  
The Company's assets are located in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Oman, Egypt, Turkey and Jordan. Agthia offers a world class portfolio of integrated businesses providing high quality, trusted and innovative Food and Beverage products for customers and consumers across the UAE, GCC, Turkey and the wider Middle East.  
The Agthia Group subsidiary of General Holding Corporation SENAAT includes the following businesses and companies: Consumer Business – Food, Beverages, Bakery, Yogurt, Tomato Paste, Dates etc. Agri Business - Animal Feed, Flour and Bakery Products.  
Roles, Responsibilities and Key Achievements:

Assisted in developing and finalizing Risk-based Internal Audit Plan (1 and 3 Years);
Part of the HO Group Team to conduct comprehensive Risk Assessment exercise for key functions & processes across all BUs; 
Conducting and managing Internal Audits as per approved Internal Audit Plan, performed number of internal audits, detailed reviews/analysis and finalized internal audit reports with least reviews by Audit Manager and Head of Audit (HOD).
Provided practically implementable solutions / recommendations for control improvements;
Facilitated HOD in regular reporting to the Audit Committee, in conducting Audit Committee meetings (as per annual agenda which includes but not limited to financial statements review, update on Internal Control Department (ICD) activities, progress, key findings and issues, audit follow ups, implementation status of Management Action Plans department KPIs etc.);
Contributed in acknowledgement of Internal Audit Function as an Integral and Key Value Adding Activity for the Group; 
Participated in implementing Audit Management through e-Governance Portal. (Audit Management software used by Internal 
Audit Departments across Abu Dhabi Government entities); 
Reviewed Policies, Procedures and SOP’s whether those are consistent with organization objectives and international standards & best business practices; Reported non-compliances with policies, procedures and local laws & regulations;
Performed special detailed review/investigations for fraud indications during audits or upon request of Board/ Audit Committee and Management; 
Coordination and collaboration with operational management, department heads and managers to obtain their feedback & clarifications on audit observations, audit recommendations, obtaining Action Plans to audit recommendations to smoothly finalize and issue final Internal Audit Reports; 
Identification of Control Gaps / weaknesses, Cost saving opportunities, process improvements and optimizations e.g.,Manufacturing Operations Review, Supply Chain Management Review - Local and Imported Purchase Ordering, Branches and Outlets Operations Review, Warehousing and Logistics, Assets Management, Receivables and Payables;
Coordinate and liaise with third parties like External Auditors and Consultants (PWC, E&Y, Protiviti, Oracle Implementation). 

Earlier, I worked with CORYS formerly HEPWORTH PME LLC for over (4) years, where I successfully carried out the role of Senior Internal Auditor and was promoted as Assistant Manager Audit in two years’ time. I am pleased to work with CORYS (one of the well-known UAE businesses with consistent and solid growth).  
HEPWORTH CORYS Group is based in UAE with strong business network (subsidiaries) in GCC and wider Middle East along with foreign collaborations/& ventures in Europe (+GF, Wavin, AVK, Philmac etc.). CORYS deal mainly in manufacturing and trading of building materials (plastics) especially PVC, UPVC, PE Pipes & Fittings, Valves and Industrial Solutions etc.  
Key Markets are Buildings, Utilities and Infrastructure, Industrial, Irrigation and Agriculture, Distribution and Exports. Systems and Solutions provided are Drainage and Waste Water, Pressure Systems, Gas Supply, Cable Protection and Geosynthetics.  
Roles, Responsibilities and Key Achievements:

Assisted in development and reorganization of Internal Audit Department (e.g., establishing Audit Manuals, Procedures, Process Flows, Audit Charter);
In consulting role, got exposure in implementation of Internal Control Systems i.e., policy, procedures and SOP’s, facilitated in implementation of Oracle ERP system (processes and controls) for the whole Group. In this regard, got Excellence Award from Management and Chairman;
Successful and timely completion of assigned internal audits (both Pre and Post Audits) of complete operations within Head Office, in all branches/operational sites across UAE as well as in associated/& subsidiaries outside UAE i.e., in Oman and Qatar; 
Carried out number of special assignments/investigations as advised by Head of Internal Audit (including request from the Chairman of the Board or Senior management). In this regard key or focusable areas of improvement were highlighted such as Sales Order Management, Purchase Ordering to Payment, accurate Product Costing and Margin Analysis, Manufacturing Operations Review, Outlets and Branches Operations Review, Good Manufacturing Practices GMP, Good Warehousing Practices GWP and 5S.

Worked as an Internal auditor in JC Maclean International FZCO. JC Maclean is one of a leading Manufacturing and Interior fit-out Contracting business based in Dubai, UAE located at Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA), specializing in executing and providing complete Turnkey solutions for Hotels, Palaces, Private Residences, and Commercial Properties etc.  
Key Roles and Responsibilities:

Performed audits reporting to the Audit Manager;
Carried out compliance review for whole Group operations including subsidiaries;
Carried out review of policies and procedures, and recommendation for new policy/procedures;
Carried out Post Audit of Bank Payments & Collections, Purchases, Payables, GL, Expenses, Inventory and Payroll.

Some of major Customers and Sites where I have worked:

Palm Jumeirah Villas, Palm Dubai ▪ Ibn Battuta Mall, Dubai
ADIA Towers, Abu Dhabi ▪ Atlantis Hotel, Palm Dubai
Emirates Palace Hotel, Abu Dhabi ▪ AL Mushrif Palace, Abu Dhabi

Almost (2) years of Statutory (External) & Internal Audit (as Chartered Accountancy Trainee) with Haroon-ur-Rashid & Co Chartered Accountants Lahore, Pakistan. 
Core Responsibilities:

Managing and executing audit assignments and direct reporting / review by the Partner;
Prepared audit plans, audit programs and audit strategies for various engagements;
Conducting meetings with clients for commencement and finalization of assignments. Finalization of statutory accounts and preparation of affiliated reports; Supervision and review of work performed by assistants;
Review of the internal controls and accounting systems, identification of weaknesses and suggesting recommendations for improvement.

As Chartered Accountancy Trainee worked with SKP & Co Chartered Accountants Lahore, Pakistan.


 


Performed multiple audit and consulting jobs in junior and senior capacity for more than 50 organizations, some of major clients where I have worked.



Netsol Technologies Inc, Pakistan ▪ Kamalia Sugar Mills Limited ▪ Himont Chemicals (Pvt) Ltd. ▪ Servier Research & Pharmaceuticals ▪ Global Mobility (Pvt) Ltd. ▪ Liberty Papers Limited Khabrain News ▪ Viva Electronics (Pvt) Ltd. ▪ Cyber Link (Pvt) Ltd. ▪ Agro Communications (Pvt) Ltd.



Core Responsibilities:



Worked in junior & supervisory level to perform audits of organizations in various industries;
Prepared completion memorandum, management letters and audit report in independent capacity;
Information system analysis, designing and implementation of computerized accounting software i.e. Sage Line 50 Financial Controller, and Sage Pastel;
Feasibility studies for loan appraisals, cash flow projections, business profitability analysis, future business plans and projected financial statements;
Preparation and finalization of (quarterly and annually) financial statements/ management accounts for and on behalf of Domestic and Foreign clients;
Recommendation & Setting up accounting system, designing of chart of accounts and accounting system, overseeing the transition from legacy accounting systems to latest accounting systems;
Cash management including bank positions & reconciliations, critical review of accounts payables & receivables;
Web accounting / back office accounting, outsourcing and book keeping services for foreign and domestic clients;
Sales tax audit assignments, Preparation of Sales Tax (VAT) returns.



During CA Training got diverse exposure and developed auditing & accounting analytical skills as well as communication and


behavioral norms.