Arban Sikander, Senior Audit Associate

Arban Sikander

Senior Audit Associate

BDO Ebrahim & Co. Chartered Accountants

Location
Pakistan - Islamabad
Education
Diploma, Accounting and Auditing
Experience
5 years, 7 Months

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Total years of experience :5 years, 7 Months

Senior Audit Associate at BDO Ebrahim & Co. Chartered Accountants
  • Pakistan - Islamabad
  • My current job since January 2024

o Prepare comprehensive Financial Statements, including accompanying notes, adhering to the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and regulations outlined in the Companies Act, as applicable in Pakistan.

o Gain insight into clients' business operations by conducting meetings and analyzing various materials such as management reports, prior year's accounts, and the current operational landscape to understand business processes thoroughly.

o Oversee and coordinate team activities, effectively delegating tasks to ensure the timely completion of engagements.

o Define the scope of audit procedures based on a thorough assessment of risks, taking into account the nature of the assignment and inherent risks, while also determining planning materiality.

o Validate the accuracy of assets and liabilities by meticulously tracing relevant documentation and analyzing fluctuations to ascertain their extent.

o Take responsibility for the overall audit engagement, from planning through execution to the evaluation of evidence, culminating in finalizing deliverables handed over to clients. This process is facilitated by leveraging the BDO International Tool, APT NG 4.3 (Audit Processing Tool), ensuring efficiency and accuracy throughout the audit process.

Achievements:

o I am the first person in the history of BDO (Pakistan) to archive the APT 4.3 (NG) in real-time and was well-appreciated by BDO Islamabad Partner Mr. Abdul Qadeer, Mr. Atif Riaz and Miss. Iffat Hussain.

Following is my Clientele (Audit Client list):

1. Kaachi Community Development Association
2. Habib Metro Modaraba Limited
3. Lakson Equity Fund
4. Alsons Group
5. Khan International Brands
6.Nayapay (Private) Limited
7. P&G Energy Private Limited
8. Express Group
9. Habib Metropolitan Management Modaraba Company Limited Company PF and GF
10. Shield Corporation Limited
11. Habib Management Company PF and GF
12. Meezan Bank Funds (PF & GF)
13. Akhtar and Hasan Private Limited
14. Sui Southern Gas Company Limited (SSGC)
15. GH Thaver PF
16. SME Leasing Limited
17. CUSP Air Private Limited
18. ISE REIT Management Company Limited
19. Kokkyo Naki Kodomotachi (KnK) Japan
20. Habib Metro Modaraba Limited
21. Integrate Pk Limited
22. National Bank of Pakistan (NBP)
23. Universal Gas Distribution Company (Pvt) Limited
24. Alsons Group
25. LOLC Microfinance Bank Limited (formerly known as Pak-Oman Microfinance Bank Limited) Nayapay (Private) Limited

Semi Senior Audit Associate at BDO Ebrahim & Co. Chartered Accountants
  • Pakistan - Karachi
  • January 2023 to December 2023

o Prepare comprehensive Financial Statements, including accompanying notes, adhering to the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and regulations outlined in the Companies Act, as applicable in Pakistan.

o Gain insight into clients' business operations by conducting meetings and analyzing various materials such as management reports, prior year's accounts, and the current operational landscape to understand business processes thoroughly.

o Oversee and coordinate team activities, effectively delegating tasks to ensure the timely completion of engagements.

o Define the scope of audit procedures based on a thorough assessment of risks, taking into account the nature of the assignment and inherent risks, while also determining planning materiality.

o Validate the accuracy of assets and liabilities by meticulously tracing relevant documentation and analyzing fluctuations to ascertain their extent.

o Take responsibility for the overall audit engagement, from planning through execution to the evaluation of evidence, culminating in finalizing deliverables handed over to clients. This process is facilitated by leveraging the BDO International Tool, APT NG 4.3 (Audit Processing Tool), ensuring efficiency and accuracy throughout the audit process.

Junior Audit Associate at BDO Ebrahim & Co. Chartered Accountants
  • Pakistan - Karachi
  • June 2021 to December 2022

o Prepare comprehensive Financial Statements, including accompanying notes, adhering to the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and regulations outlined in the Companies Act, as applicable in Pakistan.

o Gain insight into clients' business operations by conducting meetings and analyzing various materials such as management reports, prior year's accounts, and the current operational landscape to understand business processes thoroughly.

o Oversee and coordinate team activities, effectively delegating tasks to ensure the timely completion of engagements.

o Define the scope of audit procedures based on a thorough assessment of risks, taking into account the nature of the assignment and inherent risks, while also determining planning materiality.

o Validate the accuracy of assets and liabilities by meticulously tracing relevant documentation and analyzing fluctuations to ascertain their extent.

o Take responsibility for the overall audit engagement, from planning through execution to the evaluation of evidence, culminating in finalizing deliverables handed over to clients. This process is facilitated by leveraging the BDO International Tool, APT NG 4.3 (Audit Processing Tool), ensuring efficiency and accuracy throughout the audit process.

Management Trainee - Finance at NTC Plastics
  • Pakistan - Karachi
  • June 2017 to December 2019

o Assist in the preparation of financial reports, budgets, and forecasts.

o Analyse financial data to identify trends, variances, and performance metrics.

o Help in the development and monitoring of budget.

o Assist in managing and forecasting cash flows.

o Provide financial insights and analysis to support management decisions.

Education

Diploma, Accounting and Auditing
  • at Institute of Chartered Accountancy of Pakistan
  • March 2021

I am a student of Chartered Accountancy. I have cleared 16/21 papers of CA.

Bachelor's degree, Accounting and Finance
  • at Bahria University
  • March 2018

I have completed 4-Years Bachelor's Degree Program with Accounting and Finance as majors.

Higher diploma, Accounting
  • at Beaconhouse School System
  • August 2013

I have completed my High School Degree in A-Levels awarded by Cambridge International Examinations.

High school or equivalent, Accounting
  • at Shahwilayalat Public School
  • August 2010

I have completed my High School Degree in O-Levels awarded by Cambridge International Examinations.

Specialties & Skills

Financial Modeling
Financial Statements
External Audit
MICROSOFT POWERPOINT
FINANCIAL
External Audit
IFRS & ISA
ACCOUNTANCY
MICROSOFT EXCEL
MICROSOFT WORD
WRITING
SAP FICO

Social Profiles

Languages

Urdu
Native Speaker
English
Expert

Memberships

Bahria Society of Professional Communications (BSPC)
  • Ex-Finance Head
  • January 2015

Training and Certifications

Chartered Accountancy (Intermediate) (Certificate)
Date Attended:
April 2021
Presentation and Communication Skills Course (Certificate)
Date Attended:
April 2018
Power BI (Certificate)
Date Attended:
October 2020

Hobbies

  • Current Affairs
  • Cricket
  • Financial News