Muhammad Talha Mehmood, ACA, FCCA

Experience

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  Indus Group Of Colleges

  Jan 2012 - Dec 2012

  Teacher

  I am eager to learn, and excited about beginning my career in this dynamic industry.So teaches F7(Financial Reporting),F3(Financial Accounting) to students...

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  Punjab Group of Colleges & Allied Schools

  Nov 2013 - Mar 2014

  Teacher

  I am eager to learn, and excited about beginning my career in this dynamic industry.So done my leadership skills to wards teaching Corporate Reporting..

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  Omer Adil And Co

  Feb 2014 - Mar 2014

  Audit Assistant

  Making audit documentation,verification of files.Report to audit manager..

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  Raiz Ahmad And Co(Nexia International)

  Mar 2014 - Jun 2014

  Audit Assistant

  Responsible for executing and completing forensic audits of Bahria Town and DHA Islamabad (notable real estate entities in Pakistan).

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  KPMG In Pakistan

  Jun 2014 - Mar 2018

  I worked as a Supervisory Senior Audit with KPMG, the Pakistan member firm of KPMG International. During my tenure with KPMG I got the unique opportunity to work with various high-profile clients from a wide range of sectors including but not limited to; Power Sector, Oil and Gas, Telecom, Manufacturing, Hospitality, Real Estate, and the Development sector. Following are some highlights of my work experience at KPMG. • Managing and delivering external audit engagements, from risk management and planning to execution and final delivery, by agreeing to audit schedules, briefing the audit team and specialists, and ensuring audit quality throughout the process.• Obtaining a thorough understanding of the client's business, control process, and environment, identifying risks and gaps.• Preparing and reviewing audit documentation using KPMG's auditing software such as Clara and eAudit.• Managing a team of professionals by actively developing, training, and coaching, reviewing work of junior staff, implementing alternative audit procedures, reviewing work of specialists, and getting overall work reviewed by Partner.• Resolving critical reportable matters and presenting solutions to the engagement partner and engagement quality control partner for review and approval.• Drafting final deliverables such as management letter, financial statements, and Audit report in compliance with ISAs, assisting the partner in drafting audit opinions. • Assisting partner in drafting appropriate engagement letters in accordance with project requirements, and monitoring engagement budget/profitability including billings and collections.• Liaising with clients and building relationships, providing valuable insights to the company's Audit Committee, Board of Directors, and Shareholders at the AGM. Show less Current role and responsibilities• Audit Senior, Audit and Assurance services of KPMG, Islamabad Office.• Role and responsibilities involve execution and completion of audits of various multinational and local companies. Involved in statutory audits under local regulations.• Specific role and responsibilities include:o Client relationship & audit engagement management;o Risk assessment & evaluation of internal controls;o Planning and execution of an audit in accordance with International Standards on Auditing (ISA);o Development of appropriate audit programs;o Ensuring that financial statements comply with International Financial Reporting Standards and other regulatory requirements;o Coordination with audit team and review of the work performed; ando Finalization of audit and drafting of deliverables.Professional skills and courses:Participated and attended Seminars, training courses and workshops on the following topics during the training period with KPMG:• KPMG Audit Manual (KAM) & Global Work Papers (GWP) methodology.• Risk management.• International Accounting Standards.• Ethics & Independence• Data Privacy Training• Presentational skill training course• My professional development (MY PD)• E-Audit Training• Working knowledge of Microsoft office such as Word, Excel, Power Point e.t.c. Show less

  • Senior Supervisor

    Aug 2017 - Mar 2018

  • Audit Assistant

    Jun 2014 - Jul 2017
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  Zubair Feeds (Pvt) Ltd. (Formally SB Feeds)

  Mar 2018 - Mar 2019

  Identifying risk areas and gaps, assisting in the development of annual internal audit plan and network audit plan based on risk profiles and Risk Assessment Matrices of various financial and operational functions of the organization.• Ensured compliance with policies to maintain an effective internal control environment.• Efficiently supervised multiple engagements in a time-sensitive environment.• Maintained integrity of financial statements while minimizing risk by issuing tailored management reports promptly. Show less

  • Internal Audit Manager

    Nov 2018 - Mar 2019

  • Assistant Manager Internal Audit

    Mar 2018 - Nov 2018
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  Pak-Turk Maarif International Schools and Colleges

  Mar 2019 - Dec 2021

  Billing and Collection Chief

  Critically analysing and automating the receivable, and collection report along with profit and loss including API integration with lead bank accompanied by ERP implementation. Implementing IFRS-15 and 16, devise live database and interactive reports for executive management with the help of:• Data Analysis and Data Cleansing of around 13,000 student instalment plans.• Exploring predictions, trends, and patterns (financial modelling) for prospective new campuses.• Employing interactive AI tools such as Decomposition Tree and Key Influencers to identify abnormal variations in profit and loss by month.• Conducting Sentiment Analysis, extracting key phrases, and using AI Visualizations to analyze parent/customer reviews, classifying them as positive, neutral, or negative. Show less

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  Spars Group of Companies

  Dec 2021 - Nov 2023

  Group Manager Finance and Control

  Assessing and vigilantly monitoring the business performance of various subsidiary companies belonging to a spectrum of industries, including but not limited to Aviation (Menzies RAS), Telecommunications (Apollo Telecom), Manufacturing (EPS Solutions), Information Technology (Apollo On-Line), Construction (Sukh Chayn Valley), Real Estate (Sukh Chayn Garden), and Engineering (Northern Tech), through the utilization of state-of-the-art techniques in Microsoft Excel, Power Query, and Power BI. Presenting a comprehensive analysis and detailed reports of the business performance to the Group Chief Financial Officer and Group Chief Executive Officer, and assuming accountability for:• Compiling/presenting monthly reports to senior management for informed decision-making.• Actively involved in Pre and Post audit of subsidiary companies.• Verification of Interim Bill Payment by comparing the bill of quantity with the actual quantity.• Developing and forecasting the Group's financial strategy through expert analysis of liabilities and investments.• Efficiently managing cash flows to align with the corporate plan.• Assisting in the development of annual budget and forecasts for the Group.• Preparation and analysis of feasibility studies (financial models) for prospective investments.• Managing portfolio to optimize wealth for Owners/Directors.• Preparing annual accounts for external audit compliance.• Participating in quarterly financial planning and executing tax strategies to minimize the company's financial risk. Show less

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  Bounteous

  May 2023 - Dec 2024

  Project Accounting Specialist
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  Vision Invest

  Oct 2024 - now

  Financial Planning Analyst

  • Conducted financial analysis and strategic planning at Vision Invest, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.• Managed various financial projects to optimize company performance and profitability.• Utilized expertise in accounting and finance to provide insightful recommendations for decision-making.