Arslan Mehdi

Experienced finance professional with a background in external auditing and financial management, specializing in strategic planning and execution of audits for both listed and unlisted entities. Adept at ensuring strict adherence to accounting standards and regulatory requirements, with expertise in drafting detailed audit reports and management letters. Proven ability in preparing historic and projected financial statements, conducting precise financial statement analysis, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Skilled in evaluating internal controls, contributing to audit plans, and issue resolution. Demonstrated efficiency in time management and meeting strict audit deadlines. Recognized for identifying and implementing enhancements for more efficient audit processes.

Relevant Experience:

US Apparel & Textiles Pvt Limited (US Group) -(Jan 2021 – Sept 2023):

Assistant Manager Finance

• Responsibilities include financial reporting, annual budgeting, performance reviews, and liaison with auditors (Big-3 firms).
• Oversight of payroll audits for three SBUs, managing 5500 employees, and ensuring accuracy in payroll processing.
• Maintenance of fixed assets records, reconciliation with general ledgers, and compliance with capitalization policies.
• In-depth involvement in lease documentation review, accounting journal preparation, and IFRS 16 compliance.

Stylers International Limited – (Apr 2019 – Jan 2021):

Finance Officer

• Accountable for accounts payable and receivable management, ledger reconciliations, and day-to-day financial transactions.
• Supervision of income tax reconciliation, sales invoicing, and daily review of receivables aging.
• Expertise in forward bookings, reverse factoring, and bill discounting.