Masud Ayub
@masudayub
ACCA-qualified senior finance leader driving governance, grants, and treasury.
PakistanWhat I'm looking for
I am an ACCA-qualified senior finance leader with over 15 years' experience delivering financial strategy, governance, and compliance across Pakistan, Singapore, and UAE. I have led finance functions for multi-entity operations, managed treasury and cashflow for organizations handling USD 50M+ in grant portfolios, and established financial systems and controls from inception to audit-ready operations.
I build and lead high-performing teams, strengthen internal controls, and provide strategic budgeting, forecasting, and tax compliance oversight. My work includes successful IFRS reporting, donor-regulation compliance, SAP implementation support, and a proven record of fostering strong banking relationships and stewarding funds with integrity.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Head of Finance
IRD Pakistan (Pvt) Ltd.
Jan 2016 - Present (10 years 5 months)
Provide strategic financial leadership across entities in Pakistan, Singapore, and UAE, overseeing multi-million-dollar grant portfolios (USD 50M+), budgeting, forecasting, treasury and compliance with IFRS and donor regulations while leading an 11-person finance team.
Managed cash flow forecasting, banking and FX relationships, credit lines and import finance for Bayer’s pesticide business, implemented nationwide cash management for healthcare segment and supported SAP rollout over eight years.
Audit Supervisor
AA Baig & Co.
Jan 2005 - Dec 2008 (3 years 11 months)
Conducted internal and external audits across manufacturing and trading clients, compiled financial statements, developed SOP manuals and delivered audit/accounting workshops achieving high client satisfaction.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
Chartered Certified Accountant, Accounting
ACCA-qualified professional certification in chartered accounting covering financial reporting, audit, taxation, and ethics.
A-Levels
A-Levels, General Secondary Education
Completed A-Level secondary education qualifications prior to tertiary/professional studies.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
PakistanAuthorized to work in
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