Shariz Uzfar
Doha
Summary
ACCA and CIMA qualified financial professional with a robust background in financial accounting, compliance review, and data integrity. Expertise in IFRS adherence, financial reporting, and budget forecasting supports the delivery of insightful analytical reviews and precise account reconciliations. Recognized for consistently achieving quality results under tight deadlines while upholding ethical standards and cultural sensitivity. Strong leadership capabilities complemented by exceptional interpersonal communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Career goal focused on leveraging critical thinking and proactive strategies in a senior financial management role to drive organizational success.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief Accountant
Allcrane W.L.L.
11.2013 - Current
- Handling management accounts on a quarterly, half-yearly, and annual basis for both actual and forecast, compiling detailed quantitative and qualitative analytical reviews, highlighting significant variances, and presenting them for management review.
- Preparing the audit files and liaising with internal and external auditors pertaining to management audits, process audits, statutory financial audits, inventory, and physical asset verification audits.
- Maintaining cash flow control by reviewing the cash flow requirements and preparing petty cash reimbursement files, along with related correspondence.
- Compiling employee workflow on a date-wise, employee-wise, and project-wise basis on a monthly basis, and identifying any discrepancies when compared to internal reports, as well as customer site timesheets.
- Managing payroll processing, ensuring timely and accurate disbursements for all employees.
- Establishing strong relationships with external partners, such as banks, auditors, and tax consultants, to ensure smooth interactions and compliance.
- Identifying and remedying discrepancies in financial records by conducting thorough audits, and ensuring adherence to established protocols.
- Preparing monthly journal entries and reconciliations.
- Protecting company assets through meticulous tracking of fixed assets, depreciation schedules, and inventory valuations.
Assistant Manager - Operations
WNS Global Services (Pvt.) Ltd.
04.2012 - 08.2013
- Reviewed monthly, quarterly, and semi-annual reconciliations on investments, cash, loans, and inter-company balances for both actual and forecast-based data.
- Cleared a major inter-company mismatch, which was billed as a key concern area by the client. This was achieved owing to the execution of an extremely detailed level of investigation, close communication, and understanding with the counterparty, and keeping the respective client representative well informed.
- Maintained a clear outline of the target work schedule and assisted the deputy manager and the group manager in ensuring the attainment of the specified Service Level Agreement deadlines in a consistent manner, without any compromise to the expected client standards.
- Invested in building a strong relationship with subordinates in order to improve overall morale and motivate them to be driven in the short, medium, and long run.
Finance Executive
WNS Global Services (Pvt.) Ltd.
03.2010 - 03.2012
- Handled the accounting process of the investment portfolio relating to long-term equity and debt investments, as well as short-term instruments such as swaps and gilts.
- Analyzed external loans on a monthly frequency and ensured that any discrepancies that existed were identified and cleared.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Accounts Trainee - Tax/External Audit
KPMG
06.2007 - 03.2010
- Performed auditing processes for clients in various industries (manufacturing, telecommunication, and banking), and in the process, was part of a mix of team and sole-person audits.
- Analyzed revenue month-on-month and against prior year comparatives, identified issues in revenue recognition, and met with the client in order to deliver the points forward and follow up (FMCG).
- Reviewed mark-to-market revaluation of investment securities in the client portfolio, and periodic recognition of investment income (Banking).
- Prepared tax computations for PLCs, Private Limited Companies, and Associations, as well as for individual clients, and hence developed an understanding of how the provisions vary based on the nature of the organization and the industry spectrum.
- Filed income tax returns on a quarterly basis.
- Represented clients with regard to their appeals at the Inland Revenue Department
- Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development, staying current with industry trends and best practices in accounting.
Education
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) - Financial Accounting
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
07.2016
Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA) - Management Accounting
Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CGMA)
06.2015
Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) - Management Accounting
Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
05.2011
Skills
- Critical analysis
- IFRS compliance
- Financial data analysis
- Clear technical documentation
- Effective time management
- Preparation of financial statements
- Cash flow analysis and management
- Data integrity
- Intercompany transactions
- Commitment to delivering results
- Effective team collaboration
- Analytical problem-solving
- Detail-oriented approach
- Proficient in handling multiple priorities
- Consistent reliability
Accomplishments
- Consistently maintained high client satisfaction ratings.
- Promoted from Finance Executive to Assistant Finance Manager at WNS Global Services (Pvt.) Ltd. less than 12 months after attaining full qualification, in the backdrop of significant competition for the position.
- Currently serving as President of my Toastmasters Club
Certification
- Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) - Fellow Member
- Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) - Associate Member
- Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA) - Member
LANGUAGES
Sinhala - Native
English - Advanced, PTE Overall Score 8.4
Tamil - Intermediate
Timeline
Chief Accountant
Allcrane W.L.L.
11.2013 - Current
Assistant Manager - Operations
WNS Global Services (Pvt.) Ltd.
04.2012 - 08.2013
Finance Executive
WNS Global Services (Pvt.) Ltd.
03.2010 - 03.2012
Accounts Trainee - Tax/External Audit
KPMG
06.2007 - 03.2010
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) - Financial Accounting
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA) - Management Accounting
Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CGMA)
Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) - Management Accounting
Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Adaptability to various situations as well as being able to seamlessly and enthusiastically work with colleagues of divergent characteristics and traits.
- Adopting a practical approach to workflow and displaying compassion when intended targets are not attained on legitimate grounds.
- Contributing towards building a healthy atmosphere at the workplace and intending to quell any issues that are likely to affect the processes.
References
- John, Augustine, Logistics Accountant, john@allcrane.net.in, +974 66267102, Allcrane W.L.L., Qatar
- Chamila, Cooray, General Manager / Vice President - Operations, chamilac@gmail.com, +94 773945522, WNS Global Services (Pvt.) Ltd., Colombo, Sri Lanka
HOBBIES AND INTERESTS
Writing on numerous fronts and different topics, Reading, Passionate follower of Football, Cricket and Formula 1, Watching documentaries
Additional Information
* Languages - English (Advanced - PTE overall score 8.4), Sinhala (Native) and Tamil (Intermediate)
* Proficiency in writing customized effective formal and informal emails, letter, memos and other correspondences
* Numerical prowess
* Enhanced leadership and public speaking skills acquired through association with Toastmasters International
* Link to book written as part of Amazon's Storyteller Award 2020 - https://www.amazon.com/Inflated-Balloon-Ego-Shariz-Uzfar/dp/B08GVGMYKH