Tahir Mushtaq
@tahirmushtaq
Accomplished finance executive with over 20 years of experience.
What I'm looking for
I am an accomplished finance executive with over 20 years of experience, including 12+ years in senior leadership roles as CFO, Group Financial Controller, and Financial Controller across fintech, telecom, and consulting sectors. My expertise lies in financial management, regulatory compliance (IFRS, SOX, GAAP), and digital transformation. I have a proven track record of leading high-performing teams, optimizing financial processes, and driving strategic initiatives in dynamic, technology-driven environments.
Throughout my career, I have developed and implemented shared service centers, managed financial reporting for large entities, and led digital transformations that significantly improved operational efficiency. My experience includes managing multi-million dollar contracts, ensuring compliance with statutory regulations, and implementing risk management systems. I am adept in disruptive technologies such as Big Data, AI, ML, and RPA, which I leverage to enhance financial processes and decision-making.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
CFO & Group Financial Controller
BNW Chartered Accountants
Oct 2024 - Present (10 months)
Developed a Shared Service Center (SSC) for a group of companies across the UK, USA, and Canada, establishing policies, SOPs, and a performance monitoring system. Managed accounts, financial analysis, cash flow, and liquidity, while ensuring VAT returns and statutory compliance.
Consultant Financial Reporting & Analytics
Controller General of Accounts
Mar 2024 - Oct 2024 (7 months)
Consolidated financial statements for provinces, districts, and entities controlled by the Government of Pakistan, totaling USD 83 billion. Ensured financial reporting under IPSAS & IFRS, and developed policies and procedures for controls and reporting under IFRS and GAAP.
Financial Controller – Construction
Potential Marketing & Consultancy
Sep 2020 - Mar 2024 (3 years 6 months)
Led the accounting and finance functions, preparing monthly forecasted P&L and BS for a strategic target of PKR 600M revenue. Managed contracts worth PKR 200M in construction and implemented construction quality controls.
Financial Controller – FinTech
I2c Inc. (USA)
Jul 2018 - Aug 2019 (1 year 1 month)
Reviewed and presented Management Accounts and Financial Reporting based on IFRS and US GAAP. Led Finance and Shared Service Centre (SSC) operations across four regions, including FP&A, Revenue Assurance, and Taxation.
Project Manager ERP Implementation (Oracle Financials)
VEON
Jan 2017 - May 2018 (1 year 4 months)
Led the transition to digital platforms and orchestrated team training for continuous improvement. Collaborated with the Oracle team to conduct AS-IS, TO-BE, and Gap analyses, laying the groundwork for the successful development and deployment of Oracle Cloud R13.
Stream Head of Finance – Telecom Operator
JAZZ (Mobilink)
Jan 2007 - May 2018 (11 years 4 months)
Managed data analytics models for budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to aid decision-making. Led digital transformation and implementation of Oracle Financials and WMS, managing the merger with Warid and outsourcing of infra-assets.
Head of SOX, Compliance and Governance
JAZZ (Mobilink)
Jan 2013 - Dec 2015 (2 years 11 months)
Led the development of Internal Controls, policies, procedures, and risk management strategies. Ensured policies, procedures, controls, statutory, and regulatory compliance, and governance, identifying financial risks and implementing mitigating policies.
Manager Finance (Assets, Revenue Assurance, FP&A)
JAZZ (Mobilink)
Mar 2007 - Dec 2012 (5 years 9 months)
Documented SOPs, implemented 100% barcoding of assets, and digitalized the asset management process. Established and maintained effective internal controls to safeguard assets, and reconciled technical infra assets of over 10,000 cell sites with books.
Supervising Senior – Assurance and Business Advisory Services
PwC
Sep 2003 - Mar 2007 (3 years 6 months)
Managed proposals, planning, initiation, execution, and finalization of audits and consulting assignments, ensuring effective, efficient, and timely completion of fieldwork. Evaluated internal controls, accounting, and information systems, assessing risk and developing strategies.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
National University of Ireland
Master of Science, International Accounting and Analytics
Grade: Distinction (Gold Medallist)
Completed a Master of Science in International Accounting and Analytics. Achieved a distinction, earning a Gold Medalist recognition for outstanding academic performance.
ACCA, UK
Fellow Member, Chartered Certified Accounts
Grade: Distinction
Attained the Fellow Member designation from the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA). Achieved a distinction in the ACCA program.
Brandenburg University of Technology
Certification, SAP BW on HANA
Completed certification in SAP BW on HANA, focusing on Dataflow and BusinessObjects Analysis. This enhanced skills in data warehousing and business intelligence.
ISACA, USA
Member, Information Systems Audit and Control
Became a member of the Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA). This membership signifies expertise in information systems audit, control, and security.
PMI, USA
Certification, Project Management
Obtained the Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI). This certification validates expertise in project management methodologies and practices.
PIPFA, PAK
Fellow, Public Finance Accounting
Achieved the Fellow Public Finance Accountant (FPFA) designation from the Pakistan Institute of Public Finance Accountants (PIPFA). This demonstrates expertise in public finance accounting.
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