Zahid Hussain

ZAHID HUSSAIN Senior Staff Accountant Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan - May 27, 1997-linkedin.com/in/iamzahidhussain Why Zahid? I am an Experienced Accountant with a demonstrated history of working in the management consulting industry. My job duties include working with the senior finance staff to create and analyze financial reports, maintaining financial records, process accounts payable and receivable and manage invoices and tax payments etc. Being an accounting professional, I'm holding key skills in Accounting, Bookkeeping, Auditing, Finance and Taxation. I have more than 3 years of work experience as an accountant. I am an advanced user of Oracle Netsuite and Microsoft excel. Also pursuing chartered accountancy profession plus a bachelor in commerce from University of Karachi. Professional Experience Arthur Lawrence Pakistan Senior Staff Accountant, April 2021 – To Date ➢ Transaction Management: Efficiently manage financial transactions, including extracting, recording, and categorizing activities from bank portals onto NetSuite. ➢ Accounts Payable and Receivable: Process invoices, credits, and cash receipts accurately, ensuring proper coding and posting in NetSuite. Coordinate with vendors for smooth transaction processing. ➢ Reconciliation: Conduct regular reconciliation of accounts to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data. ➢ Inter-Company Coordination: Identify and reconcile inter-company differences, collaborating with local accounting teams. Prepare inter-company journals as required. ➢ Financial Reporting: Assist in month-end close activities by preparing journal entries and conducting variance analysis. Reconcile sub-ledgers to the general ledger. ➢ Asset Management: Update schedules for fixed assets, goodwill, and intangible assets. Maintain records for depreciation, prepayments, and accruals. ➢ Tax Compliance: Record and prepare tax summaries in adherence to regulatory requirements. ➢ Vendor Coordination: Communicate effectively with vendors, addressing queries and resolving issues promptly. Make necessary follow-up calls for transaction verifications and clarifications. ➢ Record Maintenance: Ensure complete and accurate documentation of financial transactions, adhering to IFRS/GAAP standards and internal timelines. Education The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan Certificate in Accounting & Finance (CAF) 2018 - Present Karachi University University of Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan Bachelor's degree, Business/Commerce, General Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) 2017 - Army Public College, Mailsi Garrison, Punjab (Federal Board) Intermediate Armywith Pre-engineering 2014Public -2016 School (APSACS) Core Strengths & Intermediate, Enabling Skills Pre-Engineering 2014 - 2016 ➢ Proficient user of Oracle NetSuite (ERP). ➢ Sound knowledge of Auditing and Accounting Standards. ➢ Proficient user of Microsoft application including Excel, Word and PowerPoint. ➢ Good oral and written communication skills. ➢ Knowledge of Company’s Act 2017 and taxation. Other Courses & Achievements ➢ Presentation and Communication Skill course (PCSC-1). ➢ Award of excellence for Tense Quiz competition held at Army Public School, Mailsi Garrison. ➢ Distinction certificate for participating in Dramatic competition (English) at regional level. ➢ Certificate of participation in Shahbaz Sharif Punjab Youth festival 2014 cricket tournament Personal Information Religion Islam Nationality Pakistani Languages English, Urdu & Saraiki Marital Status Single Hobbies Snooker, Cricket & Web Surfing