Arslan Ahmed

Global freight forwarding and supply chain logistics company.

•Assisted in preparing monthly financial reports for management review.
•Prepared and filed CT600 corporation tax and quarterly VAT returns in compliance with HMRC.
•Directed e-FBR tax challan creation for vendors and payroll, ensured withholding tax compliance (Sections 149 &153), and processed monthly tax payments via the FBR IRIS system.
•Supported budget preparation through financial data collection and analysis.
•Collaborated with external auditors to ensure a transparent audit process.
•Processed invoices and efficiently managed accounts payable functions.
•Reconciled bank statements monthly and annually in coordination with senior management.
•Proposed management reports, supervised bookkeeping, and maintained audit-ready internal controls.
•Handled month-end and year-end closings, maintained audit-ready records, and ensured timely transaction recording.

Trusted advisor in audit, accounting, and financial consultancy services

•Managed end-to-end bookkeeping and financial processes for a diverse portfolio of 50+ clients across theconstruction, IT, healthcare, manufacturing, and FMCG sectors, leveraging expertise in QuickBooks, Sage 50, VT+, and Xero software.
•Led the preparation and successful submission of year-end accounts for over 50 clients across diverse industries, utilizing CCH Software to ensure compliance with Companies House requirements and deadlines.
•Successfully prepared and submitted quarterly UK VAT returns for clients, ensuring complete accuracy and regulatory compliance.
•Successfully prepared and filed annual UK Self Assessment tax returns for clients.

Haleeb Foods Limited is a prominent (FMCG) company specializing in food and beverage products.

•Ensured day to day operational activities of accounts department to be handled in timely and accurate manner.
•Monitored cash flow forecast and ensured timely collections of receivables, and oversaw accounts payable
payments.
•Perform month-end closing and investigated variances and corrected errors to resolve discrepancies.
•Developed daily and monthly financial reports and analyses for management review.
•Assisted with the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, including interacting with external auditors and
other functional areas.
•Prepared, reviewed, and analysed cash flow forecasts and cash payment plans.
•Ensured accounts payable invoices and expense claims were accurate, properly coded, and authorized for
payment.
•Handled accounts payable (Logistics) invoices in Oracle R12 for payment and verified supporting documents.
•Ensured accurate processing to accounts in compliance with appropriate policies with correct application of taxes.
•Liaison with Sales and procurement departments to ensure accuracy and completeness of cash flows.
•Supported as required with the annual budget and ongoing forecast processes.
•Conducted monthly supplier statement reconciliations, ensuring timely investigation and resolution of
discrepancies.