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Muhammad Irfan Khokhar

Muhammad Irfan Khokhar

Al Khobar,Saudi Arabia

Summary

Accomplished finance professional with expertise in financial planning, analysis, and reporting. Demonstrates strategic leadership and proficiency in business intelligence tools to drive process improvement and efficiency. I am skilled in internal controls implementation, investment portfolio oversight, and regulatory compliance. Adept at risk management, financial forecasting, and cash flow management. Committed to enhancing corporate governance through effective information system management and stakeholder engagement. Excels in cross-functional collaboration and team development, aiming to leverage these skills for impactful strategic planning and organizational growth.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Chief Financial Officer

Al Fozan Holding Company
Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia
04.2024 - Current
  • Achieved operational excellence through meticulous financial oversight.
  • Enhanced profitability with effective cash flow management techniques.
  • Fostered strong relationships with investors, increasing trust and credibility.
  • Developed strategic financial plans to drive company growth.
  • Led financial reporting activities, increasing transparency and accountability.
  • Championed the use of advanced financial systems for better data analysis capability.
  • Facilitated compliance with regulatory requirements, avoiding penalties and fines.
  • Drove cost reduction initiatives through innovative process improvements.
  • Streamlined financial processes, improving efficiency and accuracy.
  • Improved fiscal stability by mitigating financial risks.
  • Managed complex budgeting tasks to control costs and increase profits.
  • Implemented robust financial controls for enhanced business performance.
  • Ensured complete adherence to financial controls and regulations, preparing financial statements and reporting results to multiple external stakeholders.
  • Formulated a detailed strategy to guide the senior management team through complex financial business decisions.
  • Designed a robust financial framework and payment system to govern processes across departments.
  • Led and nurtured a talented financial team to deliver cutting-edge and commercially relevant financial data for decision making.
  • Worked with the board of directors to establish objectives and decisively lead operations.

Audit Committee Member

Tarabot Investment and Development Company
Al Khobar
06.2022 - Current

The primary objective is to ensure that an audit oversight mechanism is in place to support the accuracy and fairness of reports, financial statements, and data; ensure the integrity and effectiveness of the Company’s internal control and risk management systems; ensure the Company’s compliance with regulations.

Audit Committee Member

Retal Urban Development Company
Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia
12.2020 - Current

The primary objective is to ensure that an audit oversight mechanism is in place to support the accuracy and fairness of reports, financial statements, and data, ensure the integrity and effectiveness of the Company’s internal control and risk management systems, and ensure the Company’s compliance with regulations.

Audit Committee Member

Ajdan Real Estate Development Company
Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia
11.2019 - Current

The primary objective is to ensure that an audit oversight mechanism is in place to support the accuracy and fairness of reports, financial statements, and data; ensure the integrity and effectiveness of the Company’s internal control and risk management systems; ensure the Company’s compliance with regulations.

Group Finance Director

Al Fozan Holding Company
Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia
10.2018 - 04.2024
  • Responsible for planning, organizing, and directing all accounting functions in the Finance Department.
  • Ensured that the Finance Department supported the overall goals of the organization and services were delivered professionally and efficiently.
  • Prepared the finance department’s operational plans, budgets, and set the targets of the key finance success indicators.
  • Established and implemented policies, procedures, and internal controls per applicable standards and laws and ensured their compliance.
  • Ensured all business payments were executed promptly with appropriate approvals to avoid any operational disruption.
  • Ensured the assets were safeguarded and the Company’s resources were used for business purposes.
  • Oversaw monthly and annual closings and ensured the compliance of Group deadlines for the preparation of financial statements and other financial reports.
  • Ensured timely completion of Group Companies' audits and appropriate resolution of audit and accounting issues.
  • Prepared business plans, budgets, forecasted financial statements, and projected cash flows and variance analysis reports.
  • Developed and managed best communication channels with finance stakeholders and oversaw the flow of data and reports to ensure the availability and distribution of reliable information.

Financial Controller

Al Fozan Holding Company
Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia
10.2010 - 10.2018
  • Executed rigorous risk assessments for safeguarding company assets.
  • Managed monthly and annual closings and ensured compliance with Group financial reporting deadlines.
  • Ensured the completion of Group Companies' audits and the resolution of audit and accounting issues promptly.
  • Ensured that accounting activities were in line with generally accepted accounting principles, legal, regulatory, and organizational procedures.
  • Established effective financial controls, reducing the risk of fraud and mismanagement.
  • Supervised a team of finance professionals, cultivating a high-performance culture.
  • Drove process improvements in the finance function, fostering enhanced productivity.
  • Coordinated with the auditing department to ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements.

Audit Senior and Audit Manager

Deloitte
Al Khobar & Lahore, Saudi Arabia & Pakistan
09.2000 - 10.2010

More than 10 years of experience in leading and performing audits, assurance, internal audit, due diligence, advisory, and consultancy services while working at Deloitte. I have worked with public, regulated, and private companies in sectors like Banks, financial institutions, Funds and trusts, Insurance, Petrochemical, Energy and Power, Oil and Gas, Manufacturing, Construction and services, Travel and Tourism, Hospitality, Real Estate, Aviation, Investment Management, and various other industries.

Education

ACCA Certification - Accounting and Finance

Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
United Kingdom

Master of Business Administration - Business

Oxford Brookes University
United Kingdom

Certified Internal Auditor - Internal Audit, Risk Assessment and Controls

The Institute of Internal Auditors
USA

Certified Financial Consultant - Finance

The Institute of Financial Consultants
USA

CA Foundation - Accounting and Finance

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan
Pakistan

Skills

  • Financial planning, analysis, and reporting
  • Strategic leadership
  • Business intelligence tools
  • Internal controls implementation
  • Investment portfolio oversight
  • Strategic planning
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Risk compliance and management
  • Process Improvement & Efficiency
  • Financial Forecasting
  • Corporate governance
  • Cash flow management
  • Information system management
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Team Development & Leadership

Certification

  • SOCPA Associate Member from 2016
  • Certificate in Global Business from Harvard Business School Online 2023
  • Certificate in Alternative Investment from Harvard Business School Online 2023
  • Data Analytics for Finance Professionals from MECA CFO Academy 2024
  • Strategic CFO Program from MECA CFO Academy 2023-24

Timeline

Chief Financial Officer

Al Fozan Holding Company
04.2024 - Current

Audit Committee Member

Tarabot Investment and Development Company
06.2022 - Current

Audit Committee Member

Retal Urban Development Company
12.2020 - Current

Audit Committee Member

Ajdan Real Estate Development Company
11.2019 - Current

Group Finance Director

Al Fozan Holding Company
10.2018 - 04.2024

Financial Controller

Al Fozan Holding Company
10.2010 - 10.2018

Audit Senior and Audit Manager

Deloitte
09.2000 - 10.2010

ACCA Certification - Accounting and Finance

Association of Chartered Certified Accountants

Master of Business Administration - Business

Oxford Brookes University

Certified Internal Auditor - Internal Audit, Risk Assessment and Controls

The Institute of Internal Auditors

Certified Financial Consultant - Finance

The Institute of Financial Consultants

CA Foundation - Accounting and Finance

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan
Muhammad Irfan Khokhar