MUHAMMAD SHOAIB ANWAR
Doha,Nauija Al Hilal
Summary
Dynamic finance professional with a comprehensive background in general accounting, insurance, and financial management across diverse industries. Equipped with ACCA (Professional Level) and Certified Accounting Technician credentials, complemented by a B.Com degree. With over 12 years of experience in GCC countries and Pakistan, demonstrated expertise in managing accounts receivable and payable processes, ensuring compliance with IFRS standards, and driving process improvements. Proven ability to deliver accurate financial reporting, streamline operations, and provide strategic financial insights. Adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams, fostering client relationships, and ensuring organizational success. Seeking to leverage extensive experience and proficiency in financial management to contribute effectively to a progressive organization.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Ledger Controller
General Takaful Company
2022.10 - 2024.02
- Ensured accurate recording of financial transactions and reconciliation of accounts for precise monthly reporting.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable processes to maintain financial stability and ensure timely collections.
- Conducted thorough analysis of financial results, identifying and resolving inefficiencies to improve accuracy and efficiency.
- Coordinated with internal and external auditors during audits, ensuring compliance and accuracy of financial records.
- Provided guidance and training to junior accounting staff, fostering their professional development and maintaining high performance standards within finance team.
Senior Executive Finance
TPL Insurance Limited / TPL Life
2019.08 - 2022.10
- Managed invoice processing, payment disbursements, journal entries, and reconciliations, prepared financial statements, ensured compliance, analyzed financial results, and participated in system implementation.
- Reviewed and Analyzed monthly financial statements against forecasts to perform high-level variance analysis.
- Reviewed monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
- Enhanced internal control systems and procedures to mitigate risk and support opportunities.
Finance Operations Manager
Waseem Al Massiya LLC
2017.11 - 2019.07
- Prepared financial statements, supervised teams, conducted payroll processing, identified process improvements, assisted in audits, ensured compliance.
- Executed vendor setup and payment, administration of bank accounts and account reconciliations.
- Trained new and existing staff members in various financial procedures to prepare for job requirements.
- Supported operations management, sales, and marketing efforts to increase revenue and overall financial health.
- Reviewed documentation and identified financial discrepancies where applicable.
Finance Manager
Rolling Wheels Shipping & Forwarding LLC
2015.09 - 2017.01
- Managed finance and accounting, budgeting, internal controls, financial reporting, banking transactions, accounting operations.
- Supported operations management, sales, and marketing efforts to increase revenue and overall financial health.
- Drove revenue stream development through strategic collaboration and partnerships.
- Forecasted trends and recommended improvements based on financial risk analyses.
Assistant Finance Manager
HBL Asset Management Company
2011.12 - 2015.09
- Conducted financial and accounting operations, including ledger reconciliations, journal entry adjustments, and bank reconciliation statements.
- Ensured accurate and timely calculation of Net Asset Value (NAV) in compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
- Improved NAV reporting cycle by 30% through redesigning valuation sheets and financial modeling tools.
- Managed accounts payable area, processing payment checks for vendors, and ensuring compliance with withholding tax regulations.
- Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations
Education
ACCA Professional Level - Passed Out 9 Out 13 Papers of ACCA
ACCA
United KingdomBachelor of Commerce - (B.COM)
Unversity of Karachi
Karachi PakistanCertified Accounting Technician - (CAT ACCA)
ACCA
United KingdomSkills
- Financial analysis and reporting
- Budgeting and Forecasting
- Variance Analysis and Reporting
- General Ledger Maintenance
- Month-end close
- Accounts Receivable
- Accounts Payable
- Reconciliation and Negotiation
- Bank Reconciliation
- Fixed Assets Management
- Cash Flow Management
- Insurance and Reinsurance accounting
Professional Highlights
- Over 12 years of extensive experience in general accounting, insurance, and financial management roles.
- Strong proficiency in managing accounts receivable and payable processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with IFRS standards.
- Demonstrated track record of delivering accurate financial reporting and driving process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
- Skilled in collaborating with cross-functional teams to foster client relationships and achieve organizational objectives.
- Proven ability to provide strategic financial insights and recommendations to support informed decision-making.
- Possess ACCA (Professional Level) and Certified Accounting Technician credentials, complemented by a B.Com degree.
- Experienced in working across diverse industries in GCC countries and Pakistan, adapting quickly to different environments and challenges.
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 09/19/87
- Nationality: Pakistan
- Marital Status: Married (2 Children)
- Visa Status: Transferrable
- Qatar Driving License
IT Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Experienced in Power BI for data analysis and visualization
- Familiar with ERP systems including Oracle, SAP B1, and Tally
- Skilled in using QuickBooks for accounting purposes
Certification
- Professional Ethics Module, ACCA UK
- International Financial Reporting Standards conducted by ICAP (Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan)
- Financial Modeling using Microsoft Excel, conducted by OCTRA Pakistan Ltd.
Languages
Urdu
Native language
English
Advanced
C1
Hindi
Upper intermediate
B2
Availability
Immediate Joining (NOC Avaialble)
Timeline
General Ledger Controller
General Takaful Company
2022.10 - 2024.02
Senior Executive Finance
TPL Insurance Limited / TPL Life
2019.08 - 2022.10
Finance Operations Manager
Waseem Al Massiya LLC
2017.11 - 2019.07
Finance Manager
Rolling Wheels Shipping & Forwarding LLC
2015.09 - 2017.01
Assistant Finance Manager
HBL Asset Management Company
2011.12 - 2015.09
ACCA Professional Level - Passed Out 9 Out 13 Papers of ACCA
ACCA
Bachelor of Commerce - (B.COM)
Unversity of Karachi
Certified Accounting Technician - (CAT ACCA)
ACCA
- Professional Ethics Module, ACCA UK
- International Financial Reporting Standards conducted by ICAP (Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan)
- Financial Modeling using Microsoft Excel, conducted by OCTRA Pakistan Ltd.
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