Finance professional with extensive experience in financial strategy and corporate governance. Known for driving fiscal efficiency and implementing robust financial controls. Proven ability to collaborate with diverse teams and adapt to dynamic business environments, while excelling in financial reporting and strategic planning.
Company Overview: A well-known company with world famous brand owned and managed by Japanese Toyota-Tsusho Group deals in import and sale of commercial trucks throughout the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with state-of-the-art aftersales service and facilities
Formulated and executed financial strategies to drive sustainable growth, partnering with the CEO and executive team to align business objectives with financial goals
Ensured full compliance with Saudi Arabian tax laws (VAT, Zakat&TAX, WHT) and IFRS
Successfully managed statutory audits and implemented processes to streamline tax filings, mitigating risks and penalties
Enhanced financial operations through the implementation of robust internal controls, cost optimization strategies, and advanced ERP solutions (Oracle EBS R-12)
Improved reporting accuracy and reduced lead times for financial closings
Leveraged tools like Power BI and Python to design dashboards and conduct data-driven insights for strategic decision-making
Created scenario-based models to evaluate market changes and optimize business planning
Maintained strong relationships with banks, regulators, auditors, and the parent company’s executive leadership, ensuring alignment with global policies and fostering trust
Led and mentored a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement through targeted training in data analytics, AI techniques, and advanced reporting tools
A well-known company with world famous brand owned and managed by Japanese Toyota-Tsusho Group deals in import and sale of commercial trucks throughout the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with state-of-the-art aftersales service and facilities
HEAD OF FINANCE
ABV ROCK GROUP COMPANY LTD
05.2015 - 02.2021
Company Overview: A leading contracting company in Saudi Arabia established in 1974
Joined the project while it was at initial stage and immediately scaled up the finance function to handle explosive growth – a 3x increase in size within 2 years
Oversee the filing of statutory records, i.e., Statutory Accounts, Annual Returns, Corporation Tax and VAT returns
Reviewing all finance related invoices are approved and paid with ongoing tracking reporting and escalation
Managing portfolio of projects in line with agreed timelines and benefits
Identification of risks and corrective actions
Review, presentation, summaries and reporting reliable management documents
Presentation of monthly and annual financial statements in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRSs) as legal and statutory requirements
A leading contracting company in Saudi Arabia established in 1974
Company Overview: Registered QCR rated firm with ICAP
Advise on direct and indirect tax to large corporate and multi-national clients from registration to filing, assessments and appeals
Advise and won Tax Cases of various clients and successfully defended the financials and audit proceedings dropped without drawing any adverse interference
Providing Business Process Intelligence, Internal Control System Development, Internal Audit Monitoring Framework and several other professional services
Advising clients on working capital management, arranging project/term and trade financing from banks, export re-financing and letter of credit arrangements
Registered QCR rated firm with ICAP
Tax Manager
Grant Thornton International
07.2007 - 08.2009
Company Overview: A leading international firm of chartered accountants – Service – audit, taxation, accounting and management consultancy
Advise on local and international taxation to various large non-resident clients like TIC Int, USA, Bukhatir & Emaar of UAE, Lhyamer Int, Germany, Schenider, France, Airsys, Moody Int’l
Advice on tax optimization structure helpful in making informed & strategic decisions relevant to their financial comfort, business and investment needs
Examine the periodical records for preparation of sales tax (VAT) and direct tax returns to tax authorities of various national and multinational clients
Review and analyze the periodical financial statements to ensure compliance with International financial reporting standards (IFRS) for tax implications as per applicable laws
Conducted various due diligence assignments of national and international companies in order to suggest best tax optimization structure
A leading international firm of chartered accountants – Service – audit, taxation, accounting and management consultancy
Manager Finance & Accounts
US Group of Companies
11.2004 - 06.2007
Company Overview: Manufacturing Concern – Textile industry – multi billion project
Worked as Accounts & Financial Manager
Provided effective financial leadership to a finance team, to enable strategic foresight into the business and also provided knowledgeable and accurate information to colleagues and senior management
Gave financial presentations to Board of Directors (BOD), Liaison with Government organizations, Tax departments, Securities & Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP), stock exchange, Trademark, copyright and banks
Represented the Organization at different platforms of the Industry and Government
Worked as System Manager and Liaison with implementers for the ERP (Oracle Financials11i)
Manufacturing Concern – Textile industry – multi billion project
Internal Auditor
RUPALI POLYESTER LIMITED
04.2001 - 10.2004
Company Overview: Manufacturing-Polyester fiber Production Group
Worked as Internal Audit Officer at Group Level
Developed overall internal audit plans through presentation and approval by both executive management to CEO level and also the audit committee
Responsible for integrated audit and assurance team; accountable for Internal Audit, Enterprise Risk Management and IT controls assurance
Delivered a wide range of reviews, assurance, advice and support to all parts of company’s operations
Manufacturing-Polyester fiber Production Group
Internal and External Auditor
S.A. Salam & Co. Chartered Accountants
04.1997 - 03.2001
Company Overview: A leading CA & Management Consultancy firm
Mandatory 4 years training as per CA Bye-Laws
A leading CA & Management Consultancy firm
Education
Qualified Chartered Accountant - Accounting, Financial Reporting, Management Accounting, Financial Management, Taxation, Auditing, IT Audit and Controls & Corporate Laws
Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan-ICAP
01.2007
Skills
Operations management
Organizational development
Staff training and development
Business analysis
Business development
Strategic planning
Proficient in ERP Systems
Certification
Power Bi
Python
Financial Modeling and Dashboards Using Advanced Excel
Field Sales Specialist at Al Jeel Medical & Trading Co., Riyadh, Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia.Field Sales Specialist at Al Jeel Medical & Trading Co., Riyadh, Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia.