Ali Zafar

AZ

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Ali Zafar

@alizafar2

I manage international bookkeeping, financial close, compliance, and AP/AR operations.

What I'm looking for

I'm looking to continue owning bookkeeping, financial close, AP/AR, reporting, and compliance work for international operations, while growing through complex multi-jurisdiction finance responsibilities.

I'm currently leading financial reporting and compliance at Algorithm, where I oversee accurate books, dual-country year-end filings, payroll for 20+ employees, and end-to-end financial close across Pakistan and the USA.

Previously at Avayo Middle East Group, I managed AP/AR, reconciliations, inventory accounting, VAT support, and reporting for UAE and KSA manufacturing and trading operations. I also supported Wafeq implementation for e-invoicing compliance and resolved daily POS reconciliation variances.

I've supported real-estate bookkeeping and year-end reporting at Arora Projects Inc., and built my accounting foundation through hands-on bookkeeping, ledger, reconciliation, and closing work. I'm CPA (UK) qualified, a CA Pakistan candidate, and currently pursuing an MBA in Finance.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

AL

Current

Manager – Financial Reporting and Compliance

Current

Algorithm

Oct 2025 - Present (11 months)

Oversee finance team, manage month-end and year-end close, ensure timely tax filings in USA and Pakistan, and process payroll for 20+ employees.

Financial Reporting Compliance Payroll Processing Month End Closing Year End Close Team Management Tax Filings Financial Documentation

AG

Accounts Supervisor

Avayo Middle East Group

May 2024 - Sep 2025 (1 year 4 months)

Managed financial operations for UAE and KSA entities, including AP/AR, bank reconciliations, inventory accounting, and VAT compliance.

Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable Bank Reconciliation Inventory Accounting VAT Compliance Wafeq Accounting System Financial Reporting Month End Closing

AI

Accountant

Arora Projects Inc.

Sep 2023 - May 2024 (8 months)

Maintained books and records, implemented QuickBooks Online, prepared year-end financial statements, and supported tax filing.

Quickbooks Online Bookkeeping Financial Statements Tax Support Financial Analysis KPI Analysis

FA

Accounts Intern

Fine Accountants

Jan 2023 - Sep 2023 (8 months)

Assisted with bookkeeping, journal entries, AP/AR, bank reconciliations, and monthly closing activities.

Bookkeeping Journal Entries Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable Bank Reconciliation Financial Reporting Accounting Software

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

II

Institute of Management Sciences (IMSciences)

Master of Business Administration, Finance

2026 -

Pursuing an MBA in Finance with expected completion in September 2027.

IC

ICAP

CA Pakistan (ICAP), Accounting

CA Pakistan candidate with PRC stage cleared and CAF stage with 4 papers cleared, 4 papers remaining.

CP

CPA Professional Programme

Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Accounting

Qualified as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in June 2025.

IP

Islamia College Peshawar

Bachelor in Business Administration, Finance

2020 - 2024

Grade: 3.02/4.00

Completed a Bachelor in Business Administration with a focus on Finance, achieving a CGPA of 3.02/4.00.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

Xero

Microsoft Excel

QuickBooks

Stata

Wise

Availability

Looking for a job

Location

Pakistan

Authorized to work in

Website

Salary expectations

30k+ USD

Social media

Job categories

Accountant Accounts Payable Specialist Accounts Receivable Specialist Financial Reporting Manager Bookkeeper Accounting Supervisor

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