Deputy Finance Manager – Mott MacDonald Group (UK-based multinational) Played a pivotal role in managing end-to-end finance operations across Pakistan and the Middle East region for a diverse portfolio of infrastructure, energy, and social development projects. Key responsibilities included: Financial Reporting & Compliance: Directed preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual accounts in line with IFRS, IAS, and UK GAAP, ensuring compliance with regulatory bodies (FBR, SECP, SBP) and strict group deadlines. Audit & Governance: Coordinated internal, external, and donor audits, developed governance controls, and reduced reporting variances by 30% through improved processes. Taxation & Regulatory Liaison: Oversaw income tax, sales tax, withholding tax, and transfer pricing compliance. Acted as primary liaison with regulators (FBR, SECP, SBP) to secure audit clearances and ensure smooth compliance. ERP & Systems Expertise: Implemented SAP ERP enhancements and Oracle-based solutions, improving reporting accuracy, reconciliations, and financial control. Business Partnering & Donor Reporting: Supported project directors, donor partners, and internal stakeholders with accurate financial data, donor reports, and variance analysis for strategic decision-making. Performance & Decision Support: Developed Power BI dashboards and Excel models to track KPIs, profitability, and cash flow, enabling data-driven business insights. Leadership & Oversight: Supervised finance staff across regional offices, trained teams on compliance and ERP systems, and ensured adherence to corporate financial policies.

Finance Manager – ADN Group (Pakistan Operations) Led the finance function with a special focus on ERP implementation, process automation, and governance improvements for a diversified business portfolio. ERP Implementation & Systems Integration: Spearheaded successful implementation of an ERP-driven finance and payroll system, integrating modules for GL, AP, AR, and inventory, which reduced manual errors and improved reporting accuracy by 40%. Process & Control Strengthening: Designed and rolled out standard operating procedures (SOPs) aligned with IFRS and corporate policies, enhancing compliance and audit readiness. Succession Planning & Team Development: Introduced structured succession planning, mentoring junior finance staff to build sustainable in-house expertise and reduce reliance on external consultants. Financial Reporting & Analysis: Delivered timely monthly and annual accounts, cash flow forecasts, and variance analysis for management review, enabling more informed business decisions. Stakeholder & Audit Coordination: Collaborated with auditors, tax authorities, and regulatory bodies, ensuring smooth audits, tax compliance, and corporate filings. Value-Added Decision Support: Supported senior leadership with financial modeling and feasibility studies for new investments and cost optimization strategies.