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Muhammad Farhan Qamar CPA, Group Finance Manager

Muhammad Farhan Qamar CPA

Group Finance Manager·Al Khafrah Holding Company

Saudi Arabia

Master's degree, Cost & Management Accounting

Work experience

Total years of experience: 22 years, 10 months

Group Finance Manager

June 2021 - Present

Al Khafrah Holding Company

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

June 2021 - Present

• Led group‑level finance, budgeting, forecasting, treasury, and multi‑entity consolidation.
• Implemented Zoho Books and led Odoo ERP rollout across subsidiaries.
• Strengthened internal controls, governance, and compliance frameworks.
• Delivered IFRS reporting, monthly performance packs, and cashflow insights for executive leadership.
• Partnered with CEOs, GMs, and Boards on capital allocation, investment decisions, and strategic planning.
• Developed and mentored finance teams, embedding accountability and process discipline.

Company industry:
Industrial Production
Job role:
Accounting and Auditing

Head of Shared Services (Finance, HR, IT)

October 2018 - November 2020

Ravago Middle East (Joint Venture)

Jubail, Saudi Arabia

October 2018 - November 2020

• Led shared services across Finance, HR, IT, procurement support, and administration.
• Strengthened internal controls across procurement, inventory, production, and reporting cycles.
• Directed budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting for manufacturing and distribution operations.
• Coordinated with global finance teams on consolidation, compliance, and technical accounting.
• Reduced audit findings through improved governance and standardized processes.
• Supported ERP enhancements and cross‑functional process improvements.

Company industry:
Chemicals Manufacture
Job role:
Accounting and Auditing

Group Financial Controller

September 2016 - October 2018

Khalifa Al Mulhem Holding Company

Dammam, Saudi Arabia

September 2016 - October 2018

• Led transition from local standards to IFRS for SMEs, improving transparency and audit readiness.
• Implemented Microsoft Dynamics AX, standardizing workflows and strengthening financial discipline.
• Directed treasury operations, cashflow planning, and capital structure management.
• Oversaw statutory compliance, external audits, and regulatory filings across subsidiaries.
• Enhanced internal controls and governance frameworks.

Company industry:
Industrial Production
Job role:
Accounting and Auditing

Financial Controller

April 2014 - August 2016

Precast Building Systems Company

Dammam, Saudi Arabia

April 2014 - August 2016

• Implemented Microsoft Dynamics AX for finance, costing, and production reporting.
• Improved costing accuracy, inventory control, and operational financial analysis.
• Led budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning for construction‑linked production operations.
• Managed AP/AR, supplier payments, and cashflow performance.

Company industry:
Construction & Building
Job role:
Accounting and Auditing

Country Finance Leader

June 2010 - December 2013

W.R. Grace Saudi Arabia Co. Ltd. (Joint Venture)

Dammam, Saudi Arabia

June 2010 - December 2013

• Built the finance function for a greenfield joint venture, establishing governance, reporting, and controls.
• Coordinated with global HQ on consolidation, US GAAP reporting, and technical accounting.
• Led ERP rollout and standardized financial processes across the JV.
• Strengthened internal controls, audit processes, and compliance frameworks.
• Received the Global Premier Award for outstanding contributions.

Company industry:
Chemicals Manufacture
Job role:
Accounting and Auditing

Finance Manager

April 2008 - May 2010

Aziz European Pipe Factory

Dammam, Saudi Arabia

April 2008 - May 2010

• Managed full finance operations for an industrial manufacturing facility.
• Oversaw costing, inventory, production finance, and working capital management.
• Ensured IFRS compliance and supported banking relationships.

Company industry:
Industrial Production
Job role:
Accounting and Auditing

Senior Accountant

September 2002 - January 2008

Building Chemical Industries Co.

Dammam, Saudi Arabia

September 2002 - January 2008

• Managed accounting, reporting, costing, and financial analysis for a manufacturing operation.
• Supported month‑end close, reconciliations, and audit preparation.

Company industry:
Chemicals Manufacture
Job role:
Accounting and Auditing

Education

ICMA Pakistan

October 2000

October 2000

Master's degree, Cost & Management Accounting

Pakistan

Panjab University

July 1994

July 1994

Bachelor's degree, Accounting

Pakistan

Skills

CPA
Expert
CPA
Expert
Procedures Manuals
Expert
Procedures Manuals
Expert
Transition Planning
Expert
Transition Planning
Expert
IFRS
Expert
IFRS
Expert
VAT
Expert
VAT
Expert
Treasury Management
Expert
Treasury Management
Expert
Working Capital Management
Expert
Working Capital Management
Expert
Cash Flow Management
Expert
Cash Flow Management
Expert
Internal Controls
Expert
Internal Controls
Expert
Audit Management
Expert
Audit Management
Expert
Cost Accounting
Expert
Cost Accounting
Expert
Management Reporting
Expert
Management Reporting
Expert
Financial Modelling
Expert
Financial Modelling
Expert
Variance Analysis
Expert
Variance Analysis
Expert
ERP Implementation (SAP, Oracle, AX, Odoo)
Expert
ERP Implementation (SAP, Oracle, AX, Odoo)
Expert
Accounts Payable (AP)
Expert
Accounts Payable (AP)
Expert
Financial Reporting
Expert
Financial Reporting
Expert
IFRS
Expert
IFRS
Expert
Consolidation
Expert
Consolidation
Expert
Budgeting
Expert
Budgeting
Expert
Forecasting
Expert
Forecasting
Expert
Accounts Receivable (AR)
Expert
Accounts Receivable (AR)
Expert
Inventory Management
Expert
Inventory Management
Expert
Fixed Assets Accounting
Expert
Fixed Assets Accounting
Expert
Tax Compliance (ZATCA, VAT)
Expert
Tax Compliance (ZATCA, VAT)
Expert
Governance & Compliance
Expert
Governance & Compliance
Expert
Strategic Planning
Expert
Strategic Planning
Expert
Team Leadership
Expert
Team Leadership
Expert
Stakeholder Management
Expert
Stakeholder Management
Expert
Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
Expert
Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
Expert

Languages

English
Expert
Arabic
Beginner
Urdu
Native Speaker

Training and Certifications

Certifications
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
AICPA – American Institute of Certified Public Accountants

Hobbies

  • Technology
  • Traveling
  • Reading