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Abdullah Hafeez

@abdullahhafeez

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Experienced financial analyst with a strong background in budgeting.

Pakistan

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that challenges my analytical skills and offers opportunities for professional growth within a dynamic organization.

I am a Chartered Accountant with 14 years of post-qualification experience, specializing in financial planning, forecasting, and budgeting. Currently, I lead the Budgeting & Costing Department at Pakistan International Airlines, where I have successfully implemented various financial systems and improved operational performance visibility.

My previous roles include significant positions at K-Electric Limited and PwC, where I focused on power purchase agreements, financial modeling, and strategic business development. I thrive in challenging environments and am passionate about driving business growth and optimizing financial performance.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Head of Budgeting & Costing

Current

Pakistan International Airlines

Jan 2020 - Present (5 years 6 months)

Led the Budgeting & Costing Department, managing a team of 12 professionals. Spearheaded the 'RESTRUCTURING' project to address legacy loans and liabilities, and developed a 'Flight Profitability System' and 'I2P' Eco System.

Financial Planning Forecasting Budgeting Financial Analysis Management Reporting Project Management Team Leadership Financial Modeling Privatization

General Manager - IPPs Contract Management & New Power Projects

K-Electric Limited

Jan 2012 - Present (13 years 6 months)

Led the Business Development Department as General Manager, focusing on IPPs Contract Management and New Power Projects. Managed planning, budgeting, and controlling for 4.5 years, including the 'Economic Despatch Order Model' project.

Business Development Contract Management Power Purchase Agreements Financial Modeling Strategic Planning Budgeting Regulatory Compliance Tariff Negotiation Financial Analysis

Assurance & Advisory Professional

PwC

Mar 2007 - Present (18 years 4 months)

Worked in Assurance & Advisory, gaining experience across various sectors including Oil & Gas, Manufacturing, Pharmaceutical, and Energy & Power. Conducted secretarial compliance assignments and prepared financial reports for strategic management.

Advisory Financial Reporting Audit Compliance Financial Analysis Risk Management Accounting Data Analysis

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan (ICAP)

Chartered Accountant, Accounting and Finance

2007 - 2011

Activities and societies: Member Responsible for Students (MRS) for Chartered Accountants Professional Trainee program under ICAP; Senior Mentor for ACCA professionals w.r.t. 'Technical Competency Framework'; Completed 'Presentation Skills Training Course (PSTC)' prescribed by ICAP; Attended in-house training courses on PwC methodology, audit risks and controls & effective management of engagement teams.

Completed the rigorous Chartered Accountancy program, focusing on financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, and financial analysis. Gained expertise in audit risks, controls, and effective engagement team management through various training courses.