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Aaquib Anwar

@aaquibanwar

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Detail-oriented Accounting and Finance professional with strong leadership skills.

India

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a dynamic role in a growth-oriented company that values teamwork and innovation, where I can leverage my expertise in finance and taxation to drive success.

I am a focused and detail-oriented Accounting and Finance professional with a proven track record in client and financial servicing. My experience spans across various roles, including my current position as a Finance Controller - Team Lead at Capgemini, where I manage a team and oversee multiple finance processes. I excel in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in all reporting activities.

Throughout my career, I have worked with prestigious firms such as PwC and Thomson Reuters, where I honed my skills in indirect tax compliance and project management. I have successfully led teams, trained new hires, and implemented process improvements that enhance operational efficiency. My commitment to excellence has been recognized with multiple awards, including the 'Applause Award' for outstanding performance at PwC.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Finance Controller - Team Lead

Current

Capgemini

Mar 2022 - Present (3 years 6 months)

Currently working as Finance Controller - Team Lead for ERD Finance since March 2022. Responsible for team management, reporting activities, and managing multiple departments, including coordination with stakeholders and finance heads for budgeting and forecasting. Monitor variance analysis reports, manage monthly data reports and trackers, and work on process improvement to automate reporting act

Team Management Financial Reporting Budgeting Forecasting Forecast Variance Analysis Process Improvement Invoice Management Data Management Power BI

Research Analyst

Thomson Reuters

Oct 2019 - Oct 2020 (1 year)

Worked as a Research Analyst from October 2019 to October 2020. Conducted research on emerging marketing trends, identified system requirements, and managed projects including knowledge transfer and training new hires on GST, UAE VAT, and KSA VAT. Provided tax accounting technical and practice guidance to members of the Middle East region.

Market Research Project Management Tax Accounting GST Indirect Tax Compliance Content Management Product Support

Senior Analyst

PwC India

Jan 2018 - Jun 2019 (1 year 5 months)

Worked as a Senior Analyst in Indirect Tax (IDT) from January 2018 to June 2019. Reviewed India GST Return Filing and Compliance, managed projects, and provided knowledge transfer and training for UAE VAT and KSA VAT. Adhered to client compliance timelines and provided services to a range of clients.

Indirect Tax Project Management Client Management ASP Tool GST Portal Tax Point Of Contact

Accounts Manager

Propertree Real Estate Services Pvt. Ltd

Nov 2014 - Mar 2017 (2 years 4 months)

Gained valuable experience as an Accounts Manager from November 2014 to March 2017. Led a team committed to providing high-quality service and maintaining timeliness. Maintained continuous interaction with clients, managed expectations, and ensured outstanding client service.

Team Leadership Financial Reporting Account Management Financial Analysis Client Services Problem Solving Data Computation

Associate

PwC SDC

Jan 2013 - Nov 2014 (1 year 10 months)

Successfully worked as an Associate from January 2013 to November 2014. Demonstrated sound knowledge of tax software tools like APS, GoSystem, and Sureprep, and worked with International Assignment Services for 34 different clients. Prepared initial reviews of US Individual Tax Returns and provided training for new hires.

Training Microsoft Office Suite Adobe Acrobat Tax Compliance

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Assembly of God Church School

I.C.S.E Examination, General Studies

Grade: 71%

Passed the I.C.S.E Examination from Assembly of God Church School under the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) with 71% marks. This foundational education provided a strong academic base.

Assembly of God Church School

I.S.C. Examination (Commerce), Commerce

Grade: 82%

Passed the I.S.C. Examination in Commerce from Assembly of God Church School under the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) with 82% marks. This further developed my understanding of commercial subjects.

Maulana Azad College

Bachelor of Commerce (Honours), Accounting

Grade: Second Division

Graduated with Accounting (Honours) from Maulana Azad College, affiliated with the University of Calcutta, achieving a Second Division. This degree provided a comprehensive understanding of accounting principles and practices.