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Usama Ashrafi

@usamaashrafi

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Dedicated ACCA Certified Chartered Accountant with over five years of experience.

Pakistan

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that offers opportunities for professional growth, a collaborative team environment, and the ability to make a significant impact on financial performance.

I am a dedicated ACCA Certified Chartered Accountant with over five years of experience in implementing financial systems, strategies, and controls that significantly enhance P&L scenarios. My expertise lies in managing accounting and tax functions on cloud systems, focusing on cost reduction, automation, and fostering lasting business relationships to ensure exceptional fiscal performance.

In my current role as Accounting Lead Supervisor at IntelIQO/CS Outsource, I supervise and mentor a team of accounting professionals, ensuring high efficiency and compliance with financial reporting standards. My previous experience includes managing bookkeeping processes for clients using QuickBooks Online and Xero, where I provided mentorship and training to ensure quality work. I have a proven track record of improving financial health through detailed analysis and strategic recommendations.

Throughout my career, I have successfully built collaborative accounting departments, improved productivity, and delivered significant cost reductions through analytical studies. I am committed to maintaining high standards of integrity and professionalism in all my endeavors, ensuring that I contribute positively to the organizations I work with.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Accounting Lead Supervisor

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Inteliqo/CS Outsource

Aug 2024 - Present (10 months)

Supervised, mentored, and supported a team of accounting and bookkeeping professionals, fostering a culture of continuous learning and collaboration. Oversaw and managed a large bookkeeping and tax client portfolio, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial reporting standards.

Team Leadership Bookkeeping Tax Compliance Financial Reporting Client Management Performance Management Training And Development

Sr. Client Manager

Obox Solutions Pvt Ltd

Apr 2022 - Jun 2024 (2 years 2 months)

Managed the overall bookkeeping process for clients using QuickBooks Online and Xero, including bank reconciliations and processing invoices. Prepared complete compilation engagement reports for CPAs using Caseware Desktop and worked on Canadian tax preparations (T1s, T2s, T4s, T5s).

Quickbooks Online Xero Caseware Desktop TaxCycle Payroll Management Financial Statement Preparation Bank Reconciliation

Sr. Tax & Financial Accountant

Ouclass Accountants & Tax Advisers

Nov 2018 - Dec 2021 (3 years 1 month)

Managed overall accounting and tax functions for an Australian accounting firm, including financial analysis and statement preparation for small to medium-sized clients. Performed reconciliations, prepared individual, partnership, and company tax returns, and provided performance management reports.

Financial Analysis Individual Tax Returns IFRS General Ledger Payroll Management Financial Statement Preparation

Sr. Audit Associate

H.M.C Suleman Zahid & Co.

Jul 2013 - Jun 2016 (2 years 11 months)

Prepared audited financial statements in accordance with International Standards on Auditing for corporate and small business clients. Evaluated client's internal controls, prepared audit programs, and supervised junior audit associates.

Auditing Financial Statements Internal Controls Data Analysis Team Supervision ISA)

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Association of Certified Chartered Accountants (ACCA)

Certified Chartered Accountant, Accounting and Finance

Became a Member of the Association of Certified Chartered Accountants (ACCA). This certification signifies a high level of expertise in accounting and finance, preparing for advanced roles in the field.

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A Level, Accounting, Business Studies & Economics

Completed Advanced Level studies with a focus on Accounting, Business Studies, and Economics. This provided a strong foundation in key business and financial principles.

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O Level, Accounting, Business Studies & Economics

Achieved Ordinary Level qualifications in Accounting, Business Studies, and Economics. This early education established fundamental knowledge in these core subjects.