SYED WAQAS SHAH BUKHARI
Senior Auditor
Minneapolis,MN
Summary
Results-oriented Audit Senior with six years of experience at BDO and EY with accomplished ability to work independently and as a team member to achieve project objectives. Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of US GAAP, IFRSs, US GAAS, and IASs and proficient in modern audit methodologies such as Advanced Audit Data Analytics and Robotic Process Automation (RPA).
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification
Work History
Audit Senior
BDO USA P.C.
Minneapolis, MN
01.2023 - Current
- Conducting and leading audit engagements for diverse clients across various industries in an organized and timely manner in order to meet deadlines
- Analyzing financial statements, identifying risks, and developing effective audit plans
- Managing and coaching teams of up to 5 individuals throughout audit projects
- Coordinating team activities, ensuring alignment with project timelines while monitoring progress against budgets
- Conducted thorough reviews of financial statements and disclosures, ensuring compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
- Prepared detailed reports on audit findings, including recommendations for improvement
- Performed other financial statements services, such as reviews, compilations, and agreed upon procedures etc.
Audit Associate-1
Ernst & Young MENA
Karachi, Pakistan
01.2021 - 02.2022
- Conducted and led audits of various large and small companies in the manufacturing and distribution, services, oil and gas, and education sectors
- Conducted risk assessments to identify both business and audit-related risks
- Developed audit programs and test plans for financial, operational, compliance, and IT audits
- Prepared detailed workpapers documenting all audit evidence obtained during the course of an engagement
- Reviewed the financial statements for accuracy and completeness, ensuring the inclusion of all necessary disclosures as required by the applicable financial reporting frameworks, such as US GAAP and IFRSs
- Managed projects to ensure audits are conducted within allocated budgeted hours
- Drafted audit deliverables including audit reports, management letters and other required audit communications.
Senior Audit Associate
BDO Pakistan
Islamabad, Pakistan
01.2018 - 09.2020
- Led and conducted audits for diverse clients in various sectors, ensuring compliance and high-quality standards
- Performed thorough risk assessments to identify potential audit risks within client operations and designing audit procedures accordingly
- Executed audit procedures with precision, ensuring compliance with International Auditing Standards
- Managed audit engagements within allocated budgeted hours efficiently
- Trained and guided junior team members, reviewed their workpapers
- Built and maintained client relationships and providing assistance
- Reviewed financial statements for accuracy and completeness in accordance with IFRSs
- Managed teams of 6 individuals on audit projects.
Education
Master of Science - Economics
University of Peshawar
01.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Economics and Law
University of Peshawar
01.2013
Skills
- US GAAP and IFRSs
- US GAAS and IASs
- Audit Planning and Risk Assessment
- Proficiency in BDO APT, Power BI, Advanced Data Analytics
- Proficient in EY Canvas and EY Helix Data Analytics
- Robotic Process Automation, RPA
- Project management and Team Leadership
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Ability to work independently and as a team member
- Financial Data and Cash Flow Analysis
- Information Systems Examination
- Adaptable and Resilient
Certification
- Member of IPA Australia and IFA United Kingdom
- Certificate in Accounting and Finance from ICAP, Pakistan
- ACCA Fundamentals
Accomplishments
- Won EY Shukran Star Award for exceptional performance in Innovation.
- Consistently exceeded expectations on all performance appraisals.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Urdu
Native/ Bilingual
Hindi
Native/ Bilingual
Pashto
Native/ Bilingual
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Audit Senior
BDO USA P.C.
01.2023 - Current
Audit Associate-1
Ernst & Young MENA
01.2021 - 02.2022
Senior Audit Associate
BDO Pakistan
01.2018 - 09.2020
Master of Science - Economics
University of Peshawar
Bachelor of Arts - Economics and Law
University of Peshawar
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