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Shahim Kalideen

@shahimkalideen

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Results-driven accounting professional with expertise in auditing and compliance.

New Zealand

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that allows me to leverage my expertise in accounting and auditing, with opportunities for professional growth and a collaborative company culture.

I am a qualified accounting and audit professional with extensive experience in external and internal auditing, financial reporting, and risk assessment. My career has been marked by a proven track record in Big 4 auditing, ensuring compliance with IFRS and ISA standards. As a full member of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ), I am currently pursuing a Postgraduate Diploma in Business at Massey University, New Zealand.

Throughout my career, I have held significant roles, including Senior Accountant at AESSEAL Saudi Arabia Co. Ltd, where I managed financial reporting, tax compliance, and month-end closing. My experience at KPMG and EY has further honed my skills in financial advisory services, internal controls, and risk management. I am detail-oriented and possess strong analytical thinking, teamwork, and communication skills, which have enabled me to build and maintain strong client relationships.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Senior Accountant

AESSEAL Saudi Arabia Co. Ltd & Gas Arabian Services

Dec 2019 - Jan 2025 (5 years 1 month)

Managed financial reporting, tax compliance, and month-end closing procedures. Developed revenue forecasts and conducted comprehensive variance analysis to support strategic decision-making.

Financial Reporting Tax Compliance Month End Close Revenue Forecasting Forecast Variance Analysis

Consultant Accounting Advisory & Outsourcing

KPMG Sri Lanka

Oct 2018 - Nov 2019 (1 year 1 month)

Managed and supervised engagement teams for financial advisory services, ensuring high-quality deliverables. Prepared financial reports in compliance with IFRS and local standards, and assessed internal controls and tax compliance.

Advisory IFRS Internal Controls Tax Compliance Risk Management

Qualified Senior | Audit Trainee

EY Sri Lanka

Jan 2016 - Dec 2017 (1 year 11 months)

Conducted external audits for multinational clients across various industries, evaluating internal controls and compliance procedures. Utilized EY Canvas and CAAT tools for audit analytics and reporting, while also training and mentoring junior auditors.

External Audit Procedures Internal Controls Risk Assessment EY Canvas

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Massey University

Postgraduate Diploma in Business, Business

Currently pursuing a Postgraduate Diploma in Business at Massey University, New Zealand. This program focuses on advanced business principles and practices.