Sayed Muhammad Saqlain

SAYED MUHAMMAD SAQLAIN ACCA, CAT, AdvANCE diploma accounting, mASTER eCONOMICS Cell#: -, -, Email:-Skype: saqlain1472,Age: 33 years Linkedin Profile: https://ae.linkedin.com/in/smsherazi Present Address: Internal Audit Department, TCS (Private) Limited, Near KRL Officer Colony, Service Road, Khanna Bridge, Islamabad, Pakistan. Chartered CERtified Accountant (Finalist) PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE – 8 Years (Including 4.5 YrS in UAE) management & PROJECT consultant  experienced auditor & Financial analyst ACCOUNTANT GENERAL Results-driven, global professional, acknowledged as an expert Chartered Certified Accountant for sound, practical and theoretical knowledge of IFRS, Finance, Accounting, Auditing, Budgeting, Financial reporting etc. Reliable decision-making and analytical abilities. A significant record of success guiding companies to greater efficiency and profitability, maximum accuracy and quality financial controls and procedures. Analytical and proven professional with extensive finance, accounting & auditing experience with notable success in significantly improving results and internal control processes. Expertise in management and planning of complex projects and audit assignments. A record of increasing efficiency, streamlining operations and ensuring compliance through implementation of successful auditing systems and processes. Capable of resolving complex issues by efficient utilization of available resources to identify and evaluate alternatives to meet business needs. Known as a highly innovative, efficient, energetic, motivated, hard-working and ambitious professional; willing to progress and accept new challenges. Fluent in English, Urdu, Pashtu. KEY SKILLS & ACCOMPLISHMENTS improved financial performance at companies by ensuring compliance with best practices, International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRSs), International Accounting Standards (IASs), International Standards on Auditing, and Ernst & Young International Audit Approach. Maximized accuracy of audits by conforming to International Standards on Auditing (ISAs) and enlisting ‘best practices’ of Corporate Governance, Taxation and corporate laws. Drove company profitability by timely and accurate decision making through financial analysis techniques including ratio analysis, horizontal and vertical analysis, business and share valuations, project appraisal techniques such as discount cash flows, payback period, internal rate of return. Firm understanding of investment appraisal techniques, budgeting, financial and cash flow management and framework of internal controls. having knowledge of foreign currency hedging techniques including options, swaps, future swaptions and money market hedging. Conferred with company officials to test system controls and identify early payments, duplicate payments and duplicate invoicing in ERP system. Proficient computer skills including: EY-Audit softwares, ERP systems including Oracle, Fusion Retail, Microsoft dynamic, DAC Easy, QuickBooks, Peachtree, Tally Solutions and Microsoft Office Advanced Suite (MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint etc.). PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE-1 “T C S ( P v t ) L t d” Islamabad, Pakistan 09/2018– Present Assistant Manager, Internal Audit Currently, I am looking after and leading the team in conducting internal audit and following tasks are performed as part of my Job description. Preparation of risk based audit plans and formation of audit strategies in conduct of audit. Conducting risk assessments and identifying controls against the assessed risks across the different functions of organization. Assess, evaluate and promote compliance to all applicable laws, regulations, policies & procedures. Designing internal audit procedures and audit programs, conducting internal audits to assess the adequacy, effectiveness and efficiency of the established internal controls and procedures. Analyze and conclude on the effectiveness and efficiency of control environment. Document the results of audit work in accordance with the audit department and the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) standards. Discuss audit findings and recommendations with Head of Internal Audit and report significant issues to senior management. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE-2 (Continued) “TCS EXPRESS WORLDWIDE LLC” Dubai UAE 08/2016– 09/2018 Senior Accountant, Finance Preparing the financial statements in accordance with IFRS/IAS and local laws on monthly basis. Provide input for monthly budgeting and correct ensure entries passed in General ledger. Extension of credit limits based on cleared invoices and aging. Cheques prepare & maintain all bookkeeping functions including Revenues, Commissions, Expenses, Accounts Payable/Receivable, Banking, Assets & Depreciation, Provisions and Accruals. Analyze and reconcile all balance sheets accounts, including but not limited to AP/AR, Banks, Deposits, Asset & Depreciation schedules. Compile and analyze financial information to prepare entries to accounts, such as general ledger accounts, and document business transactions. Establish, maintain, and coordinate the implementation of accounting and accounting control procedures. Prepare different types of the vouchers, credit note, payment voucher, receipt voucher, sales order etc. Ensure compliance with local laws and regulation. Liaison with banks for deposits, withdrawals, pays orders, demand draft, bank guarantees etc. Preparing different management reports for E Commerce, COD’s customer as required. Fixed Assets management (Reporting, Transferring, Tagging, custodian Allocation, clearance, Depreciation) Intercompany dealing based on Invoice booking and GRN booking and Interco transfers. Collaborate with senior management during planning and decision of future stategies Performing basic workings of operational, compliance, financial audits and special investigations. Playing a coordination role in assisting external and Govt. auditors in their reviews to achieve audit efficiency and maximum audit coverage. Attending exit meeting for discussion on audit findings with relevant department heads for agree the follow up actions and related follow up review dates. Updating senior fianance manager and about the annual audit coverage and related actions to be taken for enhancing efficiency in upcoming years. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE-3 (Continued) (RIVAAGE Multi Brand Fashion Designer) Dubai, UAE 04/2014 – 07/2016 (2.3-years) Account Manager Preparing the financial statements in accordance with IFRS/IAS and local laws on monthly basis. Prepare & maintain all bookkeeping functions including but not limited to Revenues, Commissions, Expenses, Accounts Payable/Receivable, Banking, Assets & Depreciation, Provisions and Accruals. Analyze and reconcile all balance sheets accounts, including but not limited to AP/AR, Banks, Deposits, Asset & Depreciation schedules. Compile and analyze financial information to prepare entries to accounts, such as general ledger accounts, and document business transactions. Establish, maintain, and coordinate the implementation of accounting and accounting control procedures. Prepare different types of the vouchers, credit note, cash payment voucher, receipt, sales order etc. Ensure compliance with local laws and regulation. Preparing the payrolls sheets. Preparing different management reports as required. Inventory management including purchases, barcoding, costing and closing stock. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE-4 (Continued) ERNST & YOUNG– CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS, Kabul Afghanistan 04/2013 – 03/2014 Audit Supervisor Charged with managing work of external audit & Business advisory teams and inspecting account books and accounting systems for efficiency, effectiveness, and use of accepted accounting procedures to record transactions. Preparing the financial statements in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and are in compliance with the local laws for the corporate and small businesses clients. Executing internal controls and audit procedures (including analytical review procedures) in accordance with the International Standards on Auditing on various accounts head including fixed assets, inventory, revenue, accounts receivables, advances , accounts payable, withholding tax payables, expenses etc. Planning and developing audit strategies and procedures by performing risk assessments in response to clients' business risks and financial risks and testing key controls over the clients' accounting and business processes. Understanding the clients businesses, entity level controls and significant class of transactions (SCOTs). Preparing the Combined Risk Assessment (CRA) and Audit Strategies Memorandum. Preparing the Summary of Audit Differences (SAD), Summary Review Memorandum (SRM), client deliverables e.g. audit report, management letter and cover letter. Proactively interact with key client's management to gather information, resolve problems, and make recommendations for business and process improvements. Implementation of EY GAM methodology using EY software's like GAMx and Caseware on various clients, moreover, have grip over other EY software's like EY Microstart and EY Random. Specialized in telecommunication industry audit. e.g. Afghan Telecom, Etisalat and Wasel Telecom (Subsidiary of AG telecom) and Public Sector Audits. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE-5 (Continued) ZEESHAN ALI & CO, CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS, Kabul Afghanistan 02/2012 – 03/2013 Senior Audit Associate Examined and evaluated financial and information systems, recommending controls to ensure system reliability and data integrity. Planned assurance, review & business advisory engagements corresponding with ISA’s & International Audit Approach; reviewed data about material assets, net worth, liabilities, capital stock, surplus, income & expenditures. Directed team members and reviewed physical stock count; reported to management regarding asset utilization and audit results; substantiated audit procedures and reviewed compliance. Initial planning of the job and identifying risk areas during the process; Promoting firm's audit philosophy among the clients leading to build a harmonized audit environment. Evaluate client's internal controls and risk management procedures Prepare audit programs outlining the extent of sampling required to identifying weaknesses therein and making recommendations to management; Preparation of Monthly, Quarterly and Annual financial statements as per International Accounting Standards IAS's/IFRS's. Proactively interact with key management to gather information for resolving problems. Providing ongoing assurance services to clients regarding compliance with corporate governance laws and regulatory requirements. During the period, I was involved in the major assignments ranging from internal audits to full scope statutory audits, limited reviews, Stock take, special investigations etc. Assisting clients in preparation of financial statements in accordance with the applicable financial reporting framework including compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), local corporate laws and directives of regulatory authorities. Major Clients Included During As an Auditor in Ernst & Young & Zeeshan Ali & Co.: NGO’s & Public Sector: World Bank & Ministry of Public Health (MoPH), Kabul USAID (31 Public Health Service Projects of EPHS a& BPHS, Afghanistan European Commission (EC) (3 projects on improving Rural Livelihoods) Internationals and nationals NGOs Logistic & Telecom Sector: Afghan Telecom Corporation (AFTEL) Etisalat (All Fixed asset Assignments in Afghanistan) ZTE Afghanistan Ltd. ShneezVeritas LLC (SVL) Foreign Dedicated Logistics Services (FDLS) (Logistic Co’s that provide transport services to US Military in Afghanistan) Banking, Media & Other Sectors: Afghan Rural Finance Company (ARFC) (A Micro Finance Company that provide loans to Rural areas of Afghanistan) Saba Media Organization (SMO) Afghanistan. PROFESSIONAL Qualifications & Developments Association of Chartered Certified Accountants – OF UK ACCA (ACCA-Finalist - Reg. #-),- Association of Chartered Certified Accountants – OF UK Certified Accounting Technician (CAT - Reg. #-),- Association of Chartered Certified Accountants – OF UK Advanced Diploma In Accounting And Business (Reg. #-),- Academic QualificatioNS University of the Peshawar, Pakistan Master of Science-Economics (M.SC. Eco.), 2011 University of the Peshawar, Pakistan Bachelor of Arts (B.A - Political Science and Economics), 2008 BOARD OF INTERMEDIATE AND SECONDARY EDUCATION, PESHAWAR, PAKISTAN Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSSC), 2006 BOARD OF INTERMEDIATE AND SECONDARY EDUCATION, KOHAT, PAKISTAN Secondary School Certificate of Education (SSC), 2004 CERTIFICATIONS & Professional Training VAT IMPLEMENTATION IN UAE_ SPECIAL TRAINING AT CAPITAL CLUB DIFC Value Added Tax (VAT) at UAE GCC, June 2017 BOARD OF TECHNICAL EDUCATION PESHAWAR, PAKISTAN Diploma in Information Technology (DIT), 2009 NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF MODERN LANGUAGES (NUML) PESHAWAR PAKISTAN. Diploma course in English language & Award Certificate in Eassy Competitation, 2007 ERNST & YOUNG CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS, KABUL TRAINING ON Global Audit Methodology (Gam) And International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), 2013 PERSONAL INFORMATIONS Date of birth: March 18, 1989, Nationality: PakistaniPassport No: AH- Interesting Activities: Travelling, Teaching, Internet, Reading, Games Ideal Job: Managerial Role in Finance, Administration, Audit and Internal Controls, HR, Logistics REFERENCES Will be provided on request.