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Omar Farooque

Omar Farooque

Kinshasa

Summary

Financial Controller with over seven years of experience driving financial growth in manufacturing, trading, and project-based industries. Skilled in simplifying complex financial data, financial reporting, planning, budgeting, analysis and managing cash flow. Leading a team of 10, streamlining processes, and delivering actionable insights to support business growth.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Financial Controller

PROTON (Group Rawji)
05.2022 - Current

Company Overview: Proton is a leading solutions provider in the electrical and solar energy sectors, and a premier copper cable manufacturer. The company is an official distributor for industry giants like Schneider Electric, Legrand, SLV, Hitachi and Jinko Solar.

  • Preparing financial statements in compliance with IFRS on monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
  • Monitored controls of four operational units and conducted over 30 financial audits to ensure continuous improvement of processes.
  • Led implementation of new ERP software, implemented effective controls resulting in higher accuracy of financial data by over 40%.
  • Optimized accounts receivable and accounts payable processes leading to 25% improvement in Cashflow. Successfully managed working capital requirements.
  • Implemented comprehensive project accounting module in ERP to track BOQs and report variations.
  • Created cost measurement template for tender bidding's, enhancing project cost estimate accuracy by 20%.
  • Achieved forecast accuracy of 90% in financial projections aiding strategic decision making.
  • Prepared annual budgets for all four operating units ($50 million), ensuring 100% accuracy and alignment with financial goals.
  • Presented detailed accounts to Audit Committee and Board of Directors.
  • Managed all tax compliance activities, including VAT filings, ensuring our financial records were consistently accurate and fully compliant with regulations.
  • Successfully led company through three smooth external audits, ensuring full compliance and efficiency during auditing processes.

Financial Planning & Analysis Executive

Lucky Cement
03.2021 - 03.2022
  • Prepared and presented monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for Lucky's international entities, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
  • Managed day-to-day management reporting, including cash flow analysis and expense tracking, while assisting in forecasting cash flows and maintaining compliance with corporate SOPs.
  • Reconciled all accounts on SAP ERP and cleared backlog of 2 years.
  • Coordinated with external auditors to facilitate smooth audit activities and timely conclusion, while supporting implementation of IFRS 16 (Leases).

Finance Officer

Al-Saad Traders
01.2019 - 01.2021
  • Prepared monthly management accounts, including performance analysis and detailed variance analysis of major CAPEX items
  • Generated contract feasibility reports with over 95% accuracy and ensured 100% compliance of legal contracts with company SOPs.
  • Managed budgeting and planning processes, maintained internal controls, and facilitated coordination with external and internal stakeholders for smooth operations

Audit Trainee

KPMG Taseer and Hadi Co
02.2018 - 12.2018
  • Conducting comprehensive analytical analysis on Balance Sheet and Profit & Loss Statement items, correlating financial statement line items, and evaluating compliance with policies.
  • Reviewing 100% vouchers and evidence of selected sample, ensuring investment adherence to approved policies, and assessing mutual fund performance compared to peers, while maintaining compliance with SECP policies related to Asset Management Company operations.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Applied Accounting (Hons)

Oxford Brookes University
UK
01-2019

ACCA -

Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
UK
01-2018

Skills

  • Financial Reporting (IFRS, GAAP)
  • Financial Planning & Analysis
  • Project Management
  • Cash & Working Capital Management
  • Financial Modeling
  • Budgeting & Forecasting
  • Variance Analysis
  • Cost Management
  • Internal Controls
  • ERP Management
  • Proficiency in Accounting Software (eg, SAP FICO, ERPNext, QuickBooks, Tally & others)
  • Monthly VAT Compliance & Filing

Accomplishments

    Implementation of ERPNext software:

    Led the team to ensure successful completion of implementing new ERP software in the company within close deadlines. Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams, including IT, finance, and operations to gather their input and align their goals with the implementation process. Developed a comprehensive project plan, outlining key milestones, timelines, and resource allocation.

    Zero-based Budgeting:

    Successfully led the implementation of zero-based budgeting, streamlining expense management and ensuring optimal resource allocation, resulting in a 20% reduction in unnecessary costs and improved financial transparency.

Languages

Urdu, Sindhi
Native language
English
Proficient
C2

Timeline

Financial Controller

PROTON (Group Rawji)
05.2022 - Current

Financial Planning & Analysis Executive

Lucky Cement
03.2021 - 03.2022

Finance Officer

Al-Saad Traders
01.2019 - 01.2021

Audit Trainee

KPMG Taseer and Hadi Co
02.2018 - 12.2018

Bachelor of Science - Applied Accounting (Hons)

Oxford Brookes University

ACCA -

Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
Omar Farooque