Manager Management

SAEMA KHAN – CPA/CGA CANDITATE, ACCA, BSc (Hons), CIA

***-**** ********* *****, ***********, ON L4X 2J3 (H) 289-***-**** (C) 647-***-**** acxomx@r.postjobfree.com

Professional Summary

Reliable financial professional with more than 7 years of experience in auditing and accounting. Ambitious and dedicated accountant with superior analytical and problem solving skills. Highly analytical, results driven tax accounting specialist who works quickly and accurately under tight deadlines. Consistent Assistant Manager, talented at establishing clear audit guidelines and defining the scope of each audit from the start. Fosters open communication with colleagues and clients.

Skills

Accounting systems and software (Caseware, GAMx, QuickBooks, Oracle, SAP reports)

Goal-oriented

Clear and effective communication

IFRS, GAAP and statutory reporting

Self-sufficient and independent

General ledger accounting

Positive attitude

Advanced Financial Analysis

Excellent communication skills

Data trending

Excellent managerial techniques

Excellent time management skills

Advance knowledge of MS Office

Work history

Senior Accountant Sep 2016-Date

Datawind Inc. Mississauga, ON

Documentation of current processes, identification of control weaknesses and improvement in the processes and controls of the Company. Overall responsibility for process re-engineering of the Company.

Cash flow forecasting, budgeting and financial analysis on a weekly basis for decision making purposes by the top management of the Company.

Monthly consolidation of accounts and preparation of financial statements in compliance with IFRS.

Accountant Feb 2016- July 2016

JK Associates Chartered Professional Accountants Mississauga, ON, Canada

Preparation of personal tax returns and providing maximum tax benefit to clients using tax software PROFILE

Preparation of accounting information from client records for small business tax returns within minimal time frames.

Detail oriented and consistently exhibiting sound judgment when scrutinizing complex financial documents

Preparation of financial statements and other financial information for corporate tax returns, requiring minimal review and corrections by the Partner

Preparation of HST returns for various small business and corporate tax clients

Preparation of payroll and bank reconciliations for various clients and government filing on monthly basis for CPP, EI, Tax deducted and WSIB

Highly analytical and result driven accountant who works quickly and accurately under tight deadlines.

Any other administrative job assigned by the Partner

Assistant Manager Assurance Aug 2012-May2015

Ernst & Young Lahore, Pakistan

Carried out risk identification and supported the audit team in control testing and process improvement procedures.

Bringing a comprehensive background in testing controls against SOPs as well as SOX (for US based companies) and documenting the process flows

Supervised and coordinated external audit and other special assignments.

Reported internal control issues to management and identified opportunities for process improvements to mitigate the associated risks

Communicated audit results to upper management through written reports and oral presentations.

Articulated audit findings, risks and detailed recommendations to upper management.

Reduced external audit fees by 20% on recurring audits through careful management of resources

Met with clients to identify and assess business control, risks, process gaps and work flow inefficiencies

Built relationships within the Firm, both domestically and internationally, to have the resources necessary to meet clients’ informational needs on a timely basis.

Training approximately 20 fresh audit trainees each year to equip them with the audit methodologies of the firm and with practical knowledge and implementation of IFRS.

Served as Assistant Manager but accountability and allocated portfolio was equivalent to that of a manager in Ernst & Young.

Senior Audit Associate Aug 2007-Aug 2010

Ernst & Young Lahore, Pakistan

After working as an audit associate for few months, I was promoted as senior audit associate and;

Gathered data for internal/external audits through interviews, financial research and downloads.

Supported management through risk identification, control testing and process improvement procedures

Preparation of personal and corporate tax returns

Carried out risk assessment and planned and performed audit procedures to obtain reasonable assurance on significant account assertions.

Worked diligently as a team member and team leader and managed a portfolio of clients including statutory and non-statutory audit, forensic audits, review assignment and related services in different sectors including FMCGs, investment businesses, service and trade organizations.

Management Trainee (Voluntary) Nov 2006-Feb 2007

Rafhan Maize Products (a subsidiary of Corn Products International, USA) Faisalabad, Pakistan

Demonstrated understanding of maintaining integrity of general ledger, including the chart of accounts

Quick learning within a short period of time of compiling general ledger entries on a short schedule with necessary details

Hand on experience on all accounting processes including bank, purchases, sales, inventory and fixed assets.

Management Trainee (Voluntary) Jul 2006-Oct 2006

Meezan Bank Limited Faisalabad, Pakistan

Maintained a tidy and organized teller window area where customers can conduct the business in a pleasant manner.

Enabled a better work experience for others by organizing and removing online banking files no longer in use

Quick grip on the credit administration process of the bank.

Education

CPA, CGA (In process)

Chartered Professional Accountants Ontario, Canada

BSc (Hons) Applied Accounting 2013

Oxford Brookes University London, UK

Certificate of Internal Auditing 2010

Institute of Internal Auditors USA

ACCA 2006

Association of Chartered Certified Accountant London, UK

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