Hira Ahmed

HIRA AHMED Mobile: - Email:- OBJECTIVE My objective is to serve your organization to the best of my abilities, with a willingness to learn from guidance and experience, under the supervision of my esteemed employers. I aim to become a well-co-ordinated team member, and strive to serve therein, in a professional and ethical manner. QUALIFICATION PARTICULARS INSTITUTE RESULTS PROFESSIONAL Institute of Chartered Accountants, England and Wales (ICAEW) Student (Relevant Training completed) – Institute of Chartered Accountant, England and Wales (ICAEW) Advanced Stage: Business Reporting – Pass Business Change – Pass Associate Chartered Certified Accountant (ACCA) Member - Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) Admitted to Membership in 2014 B. Sc. (Hon) in Applied Accounting Oxford Brookes University (ACCA-OBU partnership) First Class Honours – 2011 Advanced Level (London University – Edexcel Board) Islamia English School, Abu Dhabi, UAE 2 A’s, 1 B – 2007 Ordinary Level (London University – Edexcel Board) Islamia English School, Abu Dhabi, UAE 9 A’s, 1 C – 2006 ACADEMIC PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE 1) BAHRIA TOWN SCHOOL & COLLEGES – FEBRUARY 2017 TO JUNE 2018 Served as ACCOUNTS OFFICER in this project of Bahria Town Pvt Ltd, comprising of 5 school campuses. Was employed as an informal Internal Auditor, as a precursor for future Internal Audit Department. My responsibilities included:  Verifying the accuracy and completeness of billing to customers (fee charged to students)  Verifying the final settlement of withdrawing students to ensure correct billing  Worked on reconciling the Student Receivable ledger with the Student Defaulters report  Keeping a check and balance on Creditors’ ledgers in the Trial Balance. Chasing parties for invoices/payments when necessary  Working in coordination with the IT department to improve the software system in use by highlighting errors and recommending changes as per observations made 2) CAPITAL BOOKS (UK) LIMITED – DECEMBER 2014 TO SEPTEMBER 2016 Promoted to SUPERVISOR in Lahore office of this UK based firm after successful completion of ICAEW training. My responsibilities included:  supervision of a team of 8 trainees, both in UK and Lahore offices  coordinating with the manager regarding work allocation  managing a portfolio of more than 100 clients  ensuring all statutory and internal deadlines are met  ensuring overall efficient running of the office 3) CAPITAL BOOKS (UK) LIMITED – AUGUST 2012 TO NOVEMBER 2014 Served as SENIOR CASE ADMINISTRATOR in Lahore office of this UK based firm. Nature of work included  maintaining cash books and preparing bank reconciliation statements at the end of each month       4) reviewing and analyzing bank statements to identify any wrongdoings performed by directors to the detriment of unsecured creditor (this also includes requesting copies of cheques from bank) conducting meetings of members and creditors ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations preparing and submitting VAT and corporation tax returns with HM Revenue and Customs ensuring case progression and reporting to the manager and managing partner on any outstanding issues preparation of accounts of various clients using VT software and Quickbooks SKANS EDUCATION (PRIVATE) LIMITED – SEPTEMBER 2011 TO AUGUST 2012 Served as TEACHER’S ASSISTANT for F4 – Corporate and Business Law. Nature of work included  being available for teaching students during working hours  assisting teachers in preparing, conducting and marking test and mock papers  assisting the teachers in preparing class and revision schedules  identifying weak students and assisting them in and out of classroom. IT PROFICIENCY Proven proficiency in the use of following computer software:  Microsoft Office applications including MS Excel, MS Word and MS Power Point  Quickbooks Enterprise Solution PERSONAL STRENGTHS         Good organizational skills Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written Ability to meet deadlines, and prioritizing tasks, without compromising quality of work Good rapport with colleagues ensuring comfortable professional relationships to create a positive working environment Adaptability and flexibility to work in various situations and environment Quick learner and smart worker Good leadership skills Ability to work well under pressure and handle stressful situations effectively PERSONAL DETAILS Residence: Nationality : Languages: Date of birth: 218 BB, Sector D, Bahria Town, Lahore Pakistani English, Urdu 1ST July 1989 REFERENCES Available on request