About Amjad Ali
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Academic Level Master’s Degree
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Age 38 - 42 Years
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Gender Male
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Industry Finance & Banking
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Nationality Pakistani
About me
I am a professional accountant with 14 years of experience in financial management and reporting across diverse sectors, including consultancy, manufacturing, construction, and distribution.
Education
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2014 - 2016
University of Peshawar
Masters in Economics & Finance
I have masters degree in Economics & Finance from University of Peshawar, Pakistan
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2004 - 2007
Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan
Professional Accountants
Holds a Foundation Certificate for Professional Accountants from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan (ICAP). Successfully completed a five-year Articleship with a registered Chartered Accountant firm in Islamabad, gaining extensive hands-on experience in auditing, financial reporting, and compliance.
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2001 - 2003
University of Peshawar
Bachelors in Economics & Statistics
Bachelors degree in Economics & Statistics
Experience
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2023 - 2024
PHKN, Management Consultants
Finance Manager
• Overseeing financial management and reporting, filing of tax returns and ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Developing and implementing financial plans, budgets and reporting mechanisms.
• Led the successful execution of a comprehensive solid waste management project, emphasizing community sensitization, mobilization, behavior change, strategic planning and operational oversight.
• Maintained and updated project databases to track all activities, ensuring accurate reporting to stakeholders. -
2022 - 2023
Golden Alps Industries, Peshawar (Manufacturing Concern)
Accounts Manager
• Directed administrative and financial operations at a manufacturing unit, ensuring optimal resource utilization and adherence to organizational policies.
• Supervised inventory management, warehouse operations and maintenance of machinery and equipment to sustain operational efficiency.
• Monitored work-in-progress (WIP) from raw materials to finished goods, ensuring precise stock management and reconciliation.
• Managed relationships and transactions with banks, suppliers and vendors, including the preparation and reconciliation of accounts to ensure smooth operations.
• Oversaw cash flow management to maintain liquidity, prioritizing supplier payments to support seamless supply chain activities.
• Prepared and reconciled monthly payroll for factory staff and labor, including accurate processing of overtime payments.
• Maintained comprehensive bookkeeping records covering all operational expenses, sales, transportation, stock inventory and manufacturing costs.
• Generated detailed monthly financial reports and conducted analyses of financial statements to enlighten strategic decision-making and improve performance. -
2019 - 2022
AICD - NPO
Manager Finance
• Overall organization’s financial management and record keeping.
• Consideration and implementation of rules and regulations of government bodies/institutions and provincial regulatory authorities specific to procurement/ acquisition of assets/ inventory items, bid processing and vendor selection criteria (KPPRA Rules)
• Project financial reporting and correspondance with bank, vendors, regulatory authorities and project stakeholders. -
2017 - 2019
RGM International Group LLC – Construction Company - UAE
Manager Finance
• Develop and manage the annual budget for the company, ensuring it aligns with corporate objectives and project timelines.
• Conduct variance analysis between actual financial performance and budgeted figures, providing recommendations to senior management.
• Analyze direct and indirect costs, such as labor, materials, and overheads, to assess project profitability.
• Review and approve all project cost reports, ensuring alignment with the project budget.
• Manage the company’s cash flow, ensuring that adequate funds are available for operations, construction projects, and capital expenditures.
• Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and cash flow statements.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, including tax laws and construction industry-specific regulations.
• Coordinate with external auditors during annual audits, ensuring timely and accurate submissions.
• Maintain strong internal controls to prevent fraud and ensure the accuracy of financial data.
• Oversee the allocation of costs to specific projects, ensuring that costs are properly coded and tracked in the financial system. -
2016 - 2017
AICD - NPO
Finance Manager
• Overall organization’s financial management and record keeping.
• Consideration and implementation of rules and regulations of government bodies/institutions and provincial regulatory authorities specific to procurement/ acquisition of assets/ inventory items, bid processing and vendor selection criteria (KPPRA Rules)
• Project financial reporting and correspondence with bank, vendors, regulatory authorities and project stakeholders. -
2014 - 2016
Target Star Commercial Broker LLC – Telecom Services - UAE
Senior Finance Officer
• Preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports.
• Analyze sales and cost of sales related to the distribution of postpaid SIM cards, assessing margins and identifying areas for improving profitability.
• Provide accurate sales and revenue forecasts based on historical trends, market conditions, and distribution volume.
• Conduct variance analysis to compare actual performance against budgeted figures, providing detailed explanations and corrective actions to management.
• Develop and manage the company’s annual budget for distribution operations, including revenue forecasts, cost of goods sold (COGS), operating expenses and capital expenditures.
• Monitor operational expenses related to the distribution of SIM cards and other telecom products, ensuring adherence to the budget and identifying opportunities for cost optimization.
• Track and manage the profitability of postpaid SIM card distribution, including analyzing cost structures, pricing strategies, and distributor commissions.
• Oversee the use of ERP systems, ensuring proper recording and tracking of all financial transactions related to SIM card distribution.
• Develop and enforce internal financial controls and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for financial reporting, purchasing, sales, and inventory management related to postpaid SIM cards.
• Ensure proper valuation of inventory, including SIM cards and associated telecom products. Work with the operations team to ensure efficient stock levels and minimize excess inventory or stock-outs. -
2010 - 2013
HLB Ijaz Tabussum & Co., Chartered Accountants – Audit Firm (Islamabad, Pakistan)
Senior Auditor
• Serving as the primary liaison throughout all phases of the audit process, ensuring effective communication and timely execution of tasks.
• Evaluated and assessed internal controls across the organization, as well as with third-party vendors and service providers (e.g., law firms, advertising agencies, media agencies, insurance companies), identifying areas for improvement and risk mitigation.
• Conducted client interviews and risk assessments to gain a comprehensive understanding of key audit areas, developing and implementing tailored audit programs to assess internal controls and operational efficiency.
• Collaborated closely with audit teams and clients to identify, address, and resolve potential and existing issues, ensuring that all concerns were effectively communicated and mitigated in a timely manner.
• Prepared detailed time and expense budgets for each audit engagement, authored comprehensive reports summarizing audit findings, and presented actionable recommendations to improve internal controls and business practices.
• Reviewed and supervised the work of junior team members, providing guidance and feedback to ensure the quality and accuracy of audit deliverables, while liaising with senior management and engagement partners to ensure audit objectives were met.
• Reviewed and assessed the internal control environment within the corporate sector, identifying strengths, weaknesses and opportunities for enhancement to mitigate risk and improve operational efficiency.
• Prepared preliminary and final analytical reports for audit engagements, evaluating key financial data and presenting findings to senior management and stakeholders.
• Performed substantive analysis and detailed testing on critical financial areas, including revenue and receivables, fixed assets and depreciation, short-term and long-term financing, purchases, payables and inventory, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant standards. -
2008 - 2010
HLB Ijaz Tabussum & Co., Chartered Accountants
Audit Associate - Articles Trainee
Work as Audit Associate