Khalid Umer
@khalidumer
Finance professional with expertise in accounts and team leadership.
What I'm looking for
I am an MBA graduate specializing in Finance, currently working as a Team Lead in Payments at IBM Pakistan. My role involves managing a team of 4-5 people, overseeing the accuracy of payments, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. I excel in problem-solving and have a proven track record of enhancing operational efficiencies within the finance function.
Throughout my career, I have developed strong skills in accounts payable, financial reporting, and vendor management. My experience includes working with SAP and QuickBooks, where I have successfully managed month-end reporting and reconciliations. I am passionate about driving improvements in financial processes and maintaining high standards of accuracy in all financial transactions.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Team Lead Payments
IBM Pakistan
Dec 2023 - Present (1 year 6 months)
Managed a team of 4-5 people, overseeing daily payment runs and ensuring compliance with company policies. Responsible for month-end reporting, vendor account reconciliations, and ad-hoc financial activities. Led process improvements to enhance efficiencies in the Accounts Payable function.
Accounts Payable Specialist
IBM Pakistan
Jun 2022 - Dec 2023 (1 year 6 months)
Ensured accuracy in payment processing and managed treasury duties, directly coordinating with vendors. Performed VAT calculations, invoice quality control, and posted entries in SAP. Generated reports using Ms. Excel and resolved vendor queries.
Senior Finance & Accounts Officer
Spartans Global (Pvt) Ltd
Jun 2020 - Oct 2021 (1 year 4 months)
Reported to CFO and CEO, managing month-end close processes and preparing balance sheet reconciliations. Produced monthly and quarterly management accounts and monitored budget reports. Ensured compliance with government regulations and managed payroll processing.
Accounts Receivable Officer
Hosterpk
Feb 2020 - Jun 2020 (4 months)
Responsible for collecting funds against sales and providing customer service. Reconciled bank statements and managed tickets. Supported management with ad-hoc business decisions and analysis.
Finance Internee
National Logistics Cell (NLC)
Jun 2018 - Aug 2018 (2 months)
Gained foundational knowledge in finance and learned about Oracle (ERP) systems. Involved in voucher making and processing. This internship provided exposure to basic financial operations.
Internship
Allied Bank Limited
Aug 2016 - Sep 2016 (1 month)
Acquired basic knowledge of banking operations and financial services. This internship provided an introduction to the banking sector. Focused on understanding core banking functions.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Foundation University Rawalpindi Campus
Bachelor in Business Administration (BBA), Finance
Obtained a Bachelor's degree with a specialization in Finance. Developed foundational skills in business administration, financial analysis, and economic principles.
SZABIST- ISLAMABAD
Master in Business Administration (MBA), Finance & HR
Completed a Master's degree focusing on Finance and Human Resources. Gained advanced knowledge in financial management, strategic planning, and human capital development.
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