Qualifications Summary
A versatile financial executive with extensive experience of over 9 years in risk management, financial planning, and strategic
oversight across diverse industries; complemented by working experience for Big 4 consulting firm.
Skilled in reducing operational risks, ensuring compliance, and strengthening enterprise risk controls. Proficient in managing highstakes
financial operations, including treasury, liquidity management, and comprehensive risk assessments. Demonstrated
expertise in formulating robust financial strategies, developing detailed budgets, and conducting variance analysis to guide senior
management decisions. Adept at overseeing financial reporting, ensuring adherence to IFRS, and managing internal & statutory
audits. Proven record of enhancing financial efficiencies, optimising cost structures, and navigating complex regulatory
environments, contributing to sustainable organisational growth and stability.
Areas of Expertise
• Financial Planning & Analysis
• Strategic Financial Oversight
• Cost Reduction & Efficiency
• Treasury & Liquidity Management
• Budget Development & Forecasting
• Financial Reporting (IFRS Compliance)
• Consolidation of Accounts
• Compliance & Regulatory Management
• Enterprise Risk Controls
• Risk Management
• Variance Analysis
• SAP Business One
Professional Experience
Finance Manager, Sardar Group FZCO, Dubai, UAE | 2024 – Present
Manage financial month-end processes, including pre-closing, month-end closing, and maintaining accurate accounting records,
while reviewing and monitoring all accounting transactions and adjustments in compliance with accounting standards. Coordinate
statutory audits and banking confirmations, ensuring compliance through effective collaboration with external auditors and banks.
Administer banking relationships to maximise returns on idle funds, forecasting cash flows and managing comprehensive records
of documentary credits, LC/SBLC/TR, and banking documentation.
? Developed business plans by analysing past trends and forecasting current-year performance, incorporating CAPEX
requirements to support strategic financial planning.
? Orchestrated foreign exchange dealings and trade finance transactions, securing FX contracts worth USD 50M to mitigate
market volatility and managed import finance applications against USD 60M deposits, optimising financial instruments and
hedging strategies.
? Streamlined cash management strategies across multiple accounts to ensure optimal liquidity; implemented cash pooling
techniques to enhance financial efficiency and resource allocation across locations.
? Experienced in financial consolidation and group reporting, managing multi-entity consolidations and ensuring compliance
with IFRS/GAAP standards. Skilled in performing accurate intercompany eliminations and delivering timely, accurate
financial statements for strategic decision-making. Proven ability to streamline consolidation processes, reducing monthly
close timelines and enhancing reporting efficiency.
Head of Finance, Fabrimetal Ghana Ltd, Accra-Ghana | 2021 – 2024
Directed financial planning and analysis activities, developing annual budgets and forecasts to steer company financial decisions,
and assessed financial data to explain variances and trends in management reports. Prepared and consolidated financial statements,
including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow analyses, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting compliant
with regulatory standards.
? Delivered strategic financial insights for long-term planning and investment decisions, conducted cost analyses, and
recommended cost-saving measures to optimise quality and compliance.
? Formulated comprehensive business plans, incorporating OPEX and CAPEX forecasts based on market analysis and industry
trends to guide management in decision-making for company expansion.
? Enhanced internal controls and compliance, identifying financial risks and implementing robust internal control procedures
to align with legal and regulatory frameworks.
? Secured significant funding and managed capital resources, negotiating and securing $18 million for manufacturing
expansion and operational facilities, and managed a $2 million VAT refund to improve cash flow and reduce finance costs.
? Streamlined financial operations and reporting for group companies, ensuring accurate consolidation and inter-company
transactions, and provided financial forecasts and analyses for subsidiary entities to support strategic initiatives.
Chief Financial Officer, Endmor Steel Millers, Nairobi, Kenya | 2021
Performed rigorous monthly financial closings and variance analyses, comparing actual costs against budgets to identify
discrepancies and implement corrective measures, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting. Analysed daily production costs
and operational reports, advising management on cost efficiency and strategic measures to achieve organisational goals.
? Developed and managed comprehensive budgets and pricing strategies, conducting financial analysis to review key
performance indicators like profitability, breakeven points, and variable cost margins, which facilitated a 5% revenue increase.
? Negotiated agreements with bankers and suppliers, improving workflow and financial operations to enhance costeffectiveness
and support company financial stability.
? Enforced strict compliance and internal controls within the company, maintaining up-to-date and accurate transaction
records, and conducting regular internal audits to safeguard company assets and optimise operational efficiency.
Senior Process Specialist, Cargill Business Service, Bengaluru, India | 2019 – 2020
Executed month-end and year-end financial closing processes, preparing journals, posting accruals, and managing reversals to
ensure accurate financial records. Managed fixed assets, overseeing order settlements and departmental activities, while
performing balance sheet reconciliations for both key and non-key accounts, identifying discrepancies, and implementing
adjustments to reflect true financial status.
? Reconciled inter-company transactions, handling data selection, assignment, and corrections to maintain precise financial
alignment across entities.
? Collaborated with accounts payable and receivable teams to resolve invoicing issues and improve the processing system.
Senior Auditor, Deloitte Consulting USI, Gurugram, India | 2017 – 2019
Ensured compliance with PCAOB regulations by verifying the integrity of Information Provided by Entity (IPE) procedures. Reviewed
trial balances to confirm the completeness and accuracy of transactions across accounts receivable, accounts payable, cash, and
administrative overheads. Maintained official records for all shareholder, board, and committee meetings in accordance with
relevant legislative requirements.
? Reviewed Form 10K and 10Q filings for a leading US-based FMCG company, ensuring their completeness and accuracy to
uphold financial reporting standards.
Audit Assistant, Mehta & Co. Jaipur, India | 2013 – 2017
Prepared and finalised accounting records and financial statements for various entities, including local bodies and corporations.
Conducted concurrent audits of private banks, assessing and improving internal controls.
? Executed statutory audits for non-profit organisations fully funded by state governments and local bodies.
? Filed tax returns for individuals and mid-sized corporations and assisted in representing clients before tribunals.
Education
ICMAI – Cost & Management Accountant (2020)
ICAI – Chartered Accountant (2017)
ICSI – Company Secretary (2016)
Professional Development
Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) (Govt of India-Office of Registrar of cos NCT of Delhi & Haryana: 15 days Practical Training
Technical Skills
SAP Business One, Blackline, Cartesis, FICT, Hub tool, QuickBooks & MS Office