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Mujtaba Abbas

@mujtabaabbas

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Seasoned finance leader with over 12 years of experience.

Pakistan

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that challenges me and allows for strategic influence in financial decision-making.

As a seasoned finance leader with over 12 years of experience, I have honed my skills in various sectors including Retail, SaaS Technology, IT Consulting, Service Industry, and FMCG. My journey has equipped me with a robust understanding of financial management, strategic planning, and compliance. Currently, I serve as the Financial Controller at Microserve, where I lead a dedicated finance and accounting team, ensuring that all financial legal requirements are met while providing strategic recommendations to the CEO and executive management.

Prior to my current role, I worked as a Finance Manager at Qordata Inc., where I developed and implemented financial processes and controls that adhered to GAAP standards. My experience at EY, a Big4 audit firm, allowed me to plan and perform external audits for financial sector clients, further solidifying my expertise in internal controls and financial analysis. I am passionate about driving financial performance and fostering strong relationships with stakeholders to support long-term business objectives.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Financial Controller

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Microserve.ca

Jun 2021 - Present (4 years 1 month)

Provided leadership, direction, and management of the finance and accounting team. Managed processes for financial forecasting, budgets, payroll, taxation, vendor management, customer invoicing, and financial reporting.

Strategic Management FP&A Financial Reporting Budgeting Payroll Management Taxation Vendor Management

Finance Manager ERP

Qordata Inc.

May 2016 - May 2021 (5 years)

Developed and implemented financial processes, controls, and reporting procedures in conformance with GAAP. Established and maintained effective internal controls to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data.

GAAP Internal Controls Financial Planning Financial Statement Analysis SOP Development ERP

Audit Associate (Financial)

Mar 2012 - Apr 2016 (4 years 1 month)

Responsible for planning and performing External Audits of Financial Sector Clients. Evaluated Internal Control over Financial Reporting to prevent errors and frauds.

Externe Audits Financial Analysis Internal Controls Financial Reporting

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan

ACA, Chartered Accountancy

Completed the rigorous ACA program, focusing on advanced accounting principles, auditing standards, and financial management. Gained comprehensive knowledge essential for a career in chartered accountancy.

Association of Chartered Certified Accountants

ACCA, Chartered Certified Accountancy

Undertook the ACCA qualification, developing expertise in financial accounting, management accounting, and taxation. Enhanced skills in financial reporting and strategic business analysis.

University of Karachi

Bachelor of Commerce, Commerce

Studied core commerce subjects including accounting, economics, and business law. Developed foundational knowledge in business operations and financial principles.