Bazhar Kawani

• Spearheaded annual budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning to enhance financial strategy and decision-making.
• Compiled and presented monthly and annual financial statements for stakeholders, ensuring transparency and compliance.
• Created advanced financial models and Power BI dashboards, improving cost tracking and performance analysis.
• Established and enforced robust internal controls, SOPs, and financial policies to mitigate risk and enhance operational efficiency.
• Directed financial audits, tax filings, and ensured adherence to regulatory compliance, fostering organizational integrity.
• Managed the complete accounting cycle and payroll processes, including T4, T4A, and ROE, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Monitored cash positions and executed regular bank reconciliations to maintain liquidity and financial health.

• Led the preparation of comprehensive financial statements and management reports, enhancing decision-making processes.
• Executed month-end close activities, ensuring timely journal entries and precise account reconciliations to maintain financial integrity.
• Diligently reconciled sales and accounts receivable balances, identifying and resolving discrepancies to improve cash flow accuracy.
• Championed the implementation of innovative accounting policies and procedures, driving operational efficiency and compliance.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align financial strategies with organizational goals, fostering a culture of financial accountability.
• Mentored junior staff, enhancing team capabilities and ensuring a robust financial reporting framework.

• Led comprehensive budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis to drive strategic decision-making.
• Engineered robust financial models to evaluate project performance and enhance cost efficiency.
• Compiled and presented detailed financial reports to senior management and international stakeholders, facilitating informed investment decisions.
• Ensured strict adherence to UNDP financial regulations and donor agreements, mitigating compliance risks.
• Oversaw accounts payable and receivable, providing critical financial oversight to optimize project funding and resource allocation.
• Collaborated cross-functionally to align financial strategies with organizational goals, enhancing overall financial health.