Hashim Zubair Waraich (ACA)

Experience

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  PwC

  Apr 2016 - May 2022

  • In 6 years, spearheaded audit engagements for prominent Tier-1 telecom, technology, and development sector clients, resulting in a 10%-15% reduction in audit time through comprehensive audit planning, execution, and completion. Demonstrated strong leadership as a Team Lead, effectively coordinating resources to achieve project objectives in fast-paced environment and within established timelines and budgets.• Selected for the prestigious 2022 PwC Canada Global Virtual Mobility Program (GVMA), showcasing adaptability and cross-border collaboration skills by leveraging virtual platforms to overcome geographical barriers and foster seamless teamwork. Valuable team member within audit teams handling Tier-1 asset and wealth management sector audits, contributing to their successful execution.• Played a key role in conducting due diligence and risk assessment engagements for telecom and development sector clients, evaluating potential risks, and identifying opportunities for operational improvement• Delivered comprehensive training sessions organised by PwC Pakistan as Lead Trainer to junior audit staff, ensuring their proficiency in key audit methodologies and procedures. Provided feedback, supervised & coached junior audit staff. Enhanced skills, audit quality, & efficiency, fostering high-performing team culture.• Maintained a proactive and collaborative approach, fostering positive working relationships with clients and key stakeholders to ensure a smooth audit process and mutual understanding of engagement objectives.• Seconded to Tier-1 Technology and FMCG sector clients, conducting comprehensive evaluations of internal controls surrounding critical business processes. Show less

  • Senior Associate

    Dec 2021 - May 2022

  • Experienced Audit Associate

    Jun 2020 - Nov 2021

  • Audit Associate

    Apr 2016 - May 2020
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  PwC Canada

  Jan 2022 - Mar 2022

  Senior Audit Associate

  Selected for the prestigious 2022 PwC Canada Global Virtual Mobility Program (GVMA), showcasing adaptability and cross-border collaboration skills by leveraging virtual platforms to overcome geographical barriers and foster seamless teamwork. Valuable team member within audit teams handling Tier-1 asset and wealth management sector audits, contributing to their successful execution.

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  Bestway Consultancy Services

  May 2022 - Dec 2022

  Senior Analyst

  • Designed and managed comprehensive dashboards to monitor and analyze sales, margins, and profits metrics for Well Pharmacy’s NHS, OTC and Private services. Successfully implemented data-driven strategies to identify opportunities that led to a 10% YOY increase in OTC and Private services sales.• Played a pivotal role in ensuring +95% compliance of 740+ pharmacies with NHS quality standards by creating and managing a Compliance Dashboard which actively monitored region and pharmacy wise performance.• Maintained accurate company ledgers and effectively managed financial transactions related to revenue from NHS, Digital, OTC, and levies, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.• In 6 months, consistently exceeded targets and acknowledged for exceptional dedication and outstanding performance via receiving four nominations as the Top Weekly Performer and earning the title of October's 2022 Top Monthly Performer. Show less

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  Zong CMPak Ltd

  Dec 2022 - Dec 2023

  • In 3 weeks, Developed and managed a comprehensive Site Level Profitability Dashboard for over 14,000+ Telecom sites all over Pakistan, providing a detailed overview of revenues, network costs, and profits which played a crucial role in identifying underperforming sites, leading to a strategic focus on optimizing their performance and maintain competitive edge. As a result, these improvements potential impacted approximately 10% of the total profit.• In 2 weeks, revamped budget policy by streamlining processes and revising SLAs, resulting in improved operational efficiency, substantial cost savings, and enhanced financial health. Achieved 5% cost savings in commercial and admin departments' budgets during first half of 2023 through effective resource allocation and heightened oversight.• Consistently delivered comprehensive performance analysis for the commercial departments. Provided valuable insights to the executive management team (EMT), identifying opportunities and areas of concern for informed decision-making.• Continuously monitor and analyze the company's actual results, observing financial trends both within and outside the organization, considering macroeconomic factors. This proactive approach allows for effective spending control and facilitates timely adjustments to budgets as needed, ensuring financial stability and optimal resource allocation.• Acted as a strategic partner across the organization, collaborating closely with commercial departments, business leaders, and cross-functional teams in the development of short-term and long-term budgets, as well as forecasts. By leveraging in-depth financial analysis and insights, contributed to effective decision-making, alignment of financial goals, and strategic planning for the company's growth and profitability. Show less

  • Assistant Manager Financial Analysis

    Jun 2023 - Dec 2023

  • Senior Executive

    Dec 2022 - Jun 2023
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  CrossCountry Consulting

  Jan 2024 - May 2024

  Senior Consultant

  • Participated in esteemed CrossCountry Consulting’s 2023-24 International Bridge Program in collaboration with PwC US. showcasing adaptability and cross-border collaboration skills in audits for Tier-1 Multinational clients under US GAAPs and PCAOB Auditing Standards• Planning, execution, and completion of audit engagements including risk assessment procedures, developing audit strategy, and delegations of responsibilities. Effective co-ordination of audit engagements along with supervision, coaching, review and motivation of team members within diversified team culture.• Acted as a key point of contact for PwC Service Delivery Centers (SDCs), Digital Assurance Teams (DAT) and PwC global audit teams. Collaborating with PwC Acceleration Centers (AC) and Center of Excellence (COE) Teams ensuring a comprehensive and efficient audit process. Maintaining proactive, collaborative relationships with clients and stakeholders, ensuring a smooth audit process and clear engagement objectives.• Evaluated internal controls to ensure adherence to management policies and control requirements, identifying control weaknesses, reviewing Service Organization Control (SOC) reports and making appropriate recommendations to the management under the requirements of section 404 of Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) Act.• Demonstrated an on-going commitment to professional development & continuing education through PwC’s Vantage training platform for enhancing technical knowledge for dealing with PLC audits and complex projects. Show less

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  Fuelfinance

  Aug 2024 - now

  Fractional FP&A