Faizan Ali

Experience

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  Baker Tilly Pakistan

  May 2013 - May 2016

  Audit Associate

  Baker Tilly, a renowned top 8th accounting practice across the world giving Audit & Assurance, Advisory and Taxation services. > Having technical expertise of IAS & IFRS, designing engagement procedures based on risk and materiality, executing robust audit plans and audit strategies.> Detailed execution and review of audit areas including planning, testing of internal financial controls & communicate audit observations to ensure that audit has been performed as per globally accepted procedures & in compliance with relevant standards.> Execution of complex audit areas like testing of revenue as per IFRS 15, expenses, assets, accounts reconciliations, BRS & cash flows statements.> Liaison with client’s management & cross functional team to ensure that stringent timelines of audit are achieved by suitable communication with engagement leaders, discussion of critical issues identified and provide recommendations.> Supervised associates in obtaining all necessary working papers and provide coaching to support staff for development and continuous improvement of audit process.> Managed more than fifteen book keeping clients on QuickBooks.> Executed software (ERP) performance testing, analyzed pain points in software and give recommendations. Show less

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  CureMD

  Sept 2016 - Apr 2022

  Senior Financial Analyst

  USA based Electronic Health Record (EHR) software and billing company with development center in Pakistan. Reporting to CFO, CEO & Directors. Responsibilities include:> Preparation of Financial Statements as per IAS & IFRS.> Finalizing month and year-end closing of accounts and preparing management accounts for Board.> Responsible for preparing data-rich dashboards on MS Excel with meaningful insights.> Smooth running of A/R, A/P, cash flow management & bank reconciliations in multiple currencies.> Managing payroll, bonuses & leave encashment of more than 900 employees.> Liaison with banks, auditors & tax authorities for statutory and tax audits.> Supervise daily routine tasks; vendor management, invoices, BPV’s, CPV’s, Cheques & petty cash.> Evaluate internal controls of the company, identify areas of fraud & errors & recommend improvements.> Manage finance team in regular meetings, conduct interviews for new candidates define their JDs, provide training & manage their appraisals.> Perform all above mentioned tasks for two other associated companies of CureMD.> Train more than 30 team members of the HR department on MS Excel for quick reporting. Show less

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  Dexterra Group

  May 2022 - Aug 2024

  Business Finance Lead

  Dedicated and results-driven FP&A professional with a track record of overseeing financial planning and analysis for two divisions within Dexterra Group. Reporting directly to the Director of Finance, I excel in financial statement analysis, variance analysis, budgeting and Forecasting. My expertise extends to collaborating with operations teams, conducting in-depth variance analysis, and providing valuable insights to senior leadership.Specialize in cash flow management through weekly aging analysis of accounts receivable, ensuring timely collections, and maintaining the financial health of my division. Moreover, I prepare comprehensive month-end financial reporting packages for internal and external stakeholders, including scorecards, KPIs, bridges of revenue/EBITDA and detailed variance analysis.I engage in strategic discussions with DVPs, evaluating high and low-performing accounts. Data analysis, accruals, and reclassifications are all part of my skill set. I also provide support to various internal departments, including Tax, AP, Billing, Credit, and Collection. Additionally, I liaise with HR for Short-Term Incentive Plans (Bonuses) calculations.My advanced Excel skills enable me to create time-saving reports and dashboards for the Finance team. With a strong focus on data-driven decision-making, I am dedicated to optimizing financial performance and providing insightful leadership in the realm of FP&A." Show less

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  Rogers Communications

  Aug 2024 - now

  Senior Financial Analyst, FP&A

  As a results-driven FP&A, I specialize in driving financial planning, analysis, and performance tracking to support key business objectives. Working closely with senior leadership, I provide in-depth financial analysis and deliver actionable insights to improve decision-making and business outcomes.I lead the preparation and submission of accurate financial forecasts, ensuring that assumptions are rigorously challenged to refine forecast precision. My responsibilities include analyzing monthly financial performance against budget and forecast, offering detailed commentary on variances, and providing strategic insights on a monthly and quarterly basis.Design and manage performance measurement dashboards that track key operational metrics and KPIs, delivering vital information to drive performance improvements.A significant aspect of my role includes aggregating financial data from Essbase, creating comprehensive views such as summarized P&L statements, cost breakdowns by function, and leadership-specific cost analyses to support strategic decision-making. I take pride in presenting ME presentations to the Consolidation Group, ensuring that financial results and forecasts are clearly communicated.In addition, I prepare STIP Metric and KPI Metric for the Strategic Planning Team, facilitating performance tracking and compensation alignment across the business.With my strong analytical skills and commitment to data-driven decision-making, I continuously enhance financial reporting packages and support key initiatives, ensuring that the organization operates efficiently and remains financially strong. Show less