ALI RAZA

Assistant Manager Accounting and Finance

About Candidate

Certified accounting professional with over 12 years of comprehensive experience in Accounts, Finance,
Auditing, and Taxation, including 5 years in Saudi Arabia. Expertise in Oracle Financials, financial statement
analysis, budgeting, tax compliance, and team leadership. Proven ability to deliver results under strict
deadlines and enhance operational efficiency.

– Oversee and manage general accounting functions, including accounts payable, receivable, and general ledger.
– Analyze business operations, trends, and financial commitments to improve strategic decision-making.
– Prepare and review financial statements, budgets, and tax (VAT) returns to ensure accuracy.
– Conduct year-end audits and interact with banking partners for financial management.
– Develop recommendations for process improvements and lead financial projects.

Salary
SAR
Nationality
Pakistan
Certifications

SOCPA (Saudi Organization of certified Public Accountants)

Looking for Job Title
Finance Manager, Assistant Finance Manager, Senior Accountant, Accountant, Financial Analyst, Accounting Manager, Internal Auditor, GL/AR/AP Accountant
Award

Employee of the month award from CEO of Australian Laboratory services arabia co.

Iqama
Transferable

Location

Education

M
Master Economics 2013
University of the Punjab, Pakistan

Majors: Managerial Economics Mathematical Economics Statistical Economics

B
Bachelor of Commerce B.com 2011
University of the Punjab, Pakistan

Majors: Financial Accounting Auditing Taxation Cost Accounting

C
Certificate of Accounting and Finance CAF 2011
Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan (ICAP)

Majors: Financial Accounting Auditing Taxation Cost Accounting

Work & Experience

A
Assistant Manager Accounting and Finance March 2020
Australian Laboratory services arabia co.

- Oversee and manage general accounting functions, including accounts payable, receivable, and general ledger. - Analyze business operations, trends, and financial commitments to improve strategic decision-making. - Prepare and review financial statements, budgets, and tax (VAT) returns to ensure accuracy. - Conduct year-end audits and interact with banking partners for financial management. - Develop recommendations for process improvements and lead financial projects.

D
Deputy Chief Accountant May 2016 - Feb 2020
Orange Group of Pharmacies Pvt Ltd

- Prepared monthly accounts and analytical reports for branches and head office. - Managed tax filings, including monthly sales tax and annual income tax returns. - Assisted CFO in management reporting and budgeting for sales and expenses. - Supervised accounts receivable for government contracts and payables for bulk suppliers.

A
Assistant Manager Audit and Assurance Apr 2012 - Apr 2016
Zaheer Babar and Co. (Chartered Accountants)

- Conducted audits, finalized financial statements, and ensured compliance with IFRS and IAS. - Assessed business process risks and developed control evaluation methodologies. - Planned and performed stock counts and operational financial audits for diverse industries. - Provided training and professional development for junior staff and trainees.

Skills

Financial Reporting
100%
Budgeting
100%
Accounts Receivable
100%
Accounts Payable
100%
General Ledger
100%
ERP
90%
Excel
90%
Auditing
95%