Muhammad Waseem Asghar
Chestnut Hill,MA
Summary
Versatile professional adept in financial analysis, audit support, account reconciliations and collections. Proficient in preparing financial statements, monitoring controls and completing closings. Highly detail-oriented, proactive, and diligent.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager of Accounts and Finance
Power Cropsciences
Multan, Punjab (Pakistan)
11.2021 - 04.2024
- Managed and supervised a team of 4 accountants and finance professionals.
- Developed and implemented financial policies, procedures and controls to ensure accuracy of financial transactions.
- Reviewed accounts payable and receivable invoices for accuracy, completeness and compliance with company policies.
- Monitored cash flow projections and prepared periodic reports to management on the status of funds available for operations.
- Reviewed internal control systems to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.
- Assisted in the preparation of tax returns by providing information as requested by tax advisors.
- Ensured timely payment of vendor invoices while maintaining proper documentation.
- Maintained relationships with banks, investors and other stakeholders.
- Identified investment opportunities that would improve return on capital investments.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors in order to secure favorable pricing terms.
Audit Manager
NextGen Airtel Communication LLC
Irvine, CA
12.2020 - 10.2021
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure adequate stock availability for customer needs.
- Performed periodic inventory counts of warehouse stock and reconciled discrepancies with purchase orders, invoices and other documents.
- Created reports on inventory accuracy, product shortages and overages.
- Developed strategies to reduce cycle count time while maintaining accurate records.
- Audited receiving processes to verify that items received matched the supplier's invoice.
- Verified the accuracy of incoming shipments against packing slips, delivery notes and purchase orders.
- Investigated root causes of errors in inventory control systems and recommended corrective actions.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during physical inventories and cycle counting activities.
- Analyzed existing procedures to identify areas for improvement in data collection methods and reporting formats.
- Conducted physical audits of warehouse locations to confirm that all products were correctly stored and labeled according to company standards.
- Provided support in developing new procedures for accurate recording of goods received into the system.
- Liaised with suppliers to resolve any discrepancies between purchase orders, invoices or other documents related to shipment deliveries.
- Participated in regular meetings with management team members regarding progress on inventory control projects.
- Recommended changes in policy or procedure based on findings from audit reviews conducted throughout the year.
- Maintained accurate and updated records and reviewed data to evaluate department performance.
- Established warehouse policies, minimums and maximums, safety stock and reorder points for thousands of stock codes.
- Prepared detailed reports summarizing audit results and findings.
Internal Audit Officer
The First Microfinance Bank
Multan, Punjab (Pakistan)
03.2019 - 12.2020
- Followed up with management teams on implementation of corrective actions recommended in audit reports.
- Collaborated with external auditors during annual reviews or other special projects as needed.
- Maintained a comprehensive understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
- Worked closely with department heads to ensure compliance with corporate policies and procedures.
- Participated in ad hoc investigations into suspected fraudulent activity.
- Documented evidence gathered throughout the course of an audit investigation.
- Ensured that all issues raised were addressed before finalizing any report or presentation materials.
- Assisted in developing best practices for maintaining accurate books and records.
- Performed financial and operational audits to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, accuracy of financial records, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Analyzed documentation related to accounting transactions for completeness and accuracy.
- Developed audit plans based on risks identified in the initial risk assessment process.
- Identified discrepancies between actual results versus expected outcomes from audited activities.
- Communicated audit results to management teams through written reports or verbal presentations.
- Gathered banking transactions via statements, recorded activity in Excel format and reconciled balances.
Education
Associate of Science - Associate Certified Charted Accountant
London School of Accountancy
UK03-2025
Skills
- Accounts payable management
- Internal Controls
- Accounts receivable management
- Cash Flow Management
- Critical Thinking
Languages
English
Professional
Urdu
Native/ Bilingual
Punjabi
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Manager of Accounts and Finance
Power Cropsciences
11.2021 - 04.2024
Audit Manager
NextGen Airtel Communication LLC
12.2020 - 10.2021
Internal Audit Officer
The First Microfinance Bank
03.2019 - 12.2020
Associate of Science - Associate Certified Charted Accountant
London School of Accountancy
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