Muhammad Faizan

• Strategic Planning: Translate the financial and business outlook by devising and executing the financial strategies that support the objectives.
• Finance Leadership Lead strategic finance, financial reporting, ERP governance, and internal controls process of the multi-entity
business reporting directly to the President and Board.
• Boosted EBITDA by 5% YoY through performance frameworks, KPIs, and disciplined cost control measures, enhancing financial performance.
• Revamped the reporting function, designing and implementing procedures to enhance succession planning, efficiency, and internal controls.
• Drove digital transformation by working with developers to upgrade existing ERP (Macola) to provide improved value for users,
implementing Infor F9 application for FP&A, Warefour (MRP) and ADP payroll system to empower employees.
• Supported cross-border accounting and reporting for U.S. operations, aligning IFRS-based records with U.S. GAAP principles
for financial reporting and compliance.
• Delivered $250K annual savings by optimizing supply chain, logistics, and working capital processes.
• Strategic Business Partner to CEO, providing strategic business insight through data driven analysis to support decision making process.
• Generated $350K annual savings by outsourcing a manufacturing line while expanding $8M incremental market share.
• Optimized the brokerage and commission structure in coordination with Sales and Marketing strategy.
• Mitigated $50K in tax penalties during audits and resolved supply chain crisis funding, ensuring minimizing financial disruption.
• Successfully negotiated hydro cost savings of $500K over 5 years, demonstrating strong cost management and financial planning strategies.
• Taxation: Develop tax strategies that reduce corporate tax liability while ensuring compliance with regulations, resulting in substantial savings.
• Cash Flow Management: Optimize cash flow by overseeing working capital, executing efficient cash strategies, and minimizing risk exposure.

• Built impactful reporting for management ensuring real-time manufacturing reports, ad-hoc analyses & executive-level board reporting.
• Reconciled U.S. operations reporting with U.S. GAAP, enhancing revenue recognition and inventory valuation in line with business standards.
• Achieved $15M in bank financing and $500K in interest-free loans, leveraging government funding programs to support business expansion.
• Directed private financing efforts, securing preferential debt and improving capital structure, fostering enhanced financial health and growth.
• Drove ERP (Focus 9) and ADP payroll system implementations, modernizing internal systems and improving overall operational efficiency.
• Led financial due diligence for the acquisition of 2 restaurants, ensuring smooth post-acquisition integration and long-term business growth.
• Leveraged market penetration during COVID-19, exploiting on a surge in demand for food products, driving revenue growth during periods.
• Negotiated mortgage restructuring, minimizing compliance exposure, strengthening banking relationships, and improving financial stability.
• Automated S&OP reporting to enhance decision-making and optimize operational planning, streamlining the production and sales process.
• Internal Controls: Set internal controls, governance frameworks, and financial policies ensuring compliance, risk mitigation, and complete rigor.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensured compliance with Canadian accounting standards and tax laws, overseeing audits, and mitigating tax liabilities.

- Oversee all financial transactions including general ledger, accounts receivable/payable, payroll, and reporting in compliance with GAAP, IFRS, VAT, and ZATCA regulations.
- Ensure adherence to accounting standards, internal controls, tax regulations, and company policies.
- Review and present tax filings, ZATCA compliance reports, and other financial statements.
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements with variance analysis and actionable recommendations.
- EPC project finance exposure including contract accounting, variations, claims coordination, progress billing, and IFRS 15 revenue recognition.
- Lead annual budgeting and monthly forecasting processes, collaborating with operations to align with strategic business goals.
- Successfully implement IFS ERP across Finance, Project, Sales, Procurement, Manufacturing, and Payroll modules, tailored to the operational business model.
- Managed KSA treasury operations, including LCs, bank guarantees, trade finance lines, and banking relationships.
- Supported EPC finance operations aligned with Saudi Vision 2030 infrastructure and industrial development initiatives.

Key Achievements:
- Designed and executed cost-saving initiatives, reducing manpower and equipment hiring costs while increasing revenue through project variation mechanisms.
- Partnered with system development team to deliver a successful IFS ERP rollout, ensuring integration across all core business modules.
- Provided weekly and monthly project and contract performance analysis, including variance reporting, monthly closing, and cost optimization.
- Led project closeouts, ensuring accurate reserves, refined revenue recognition procedures per IFRS, and resolved complex contract costing issues in collaboration with project managers.
- Ensured full VAT and ZATCA compliance, improving tax reporting accuracy and regulatory adherence.

• Acted as Head of Finance at Midas Safety, a leader in safety products, spearheading transformative financial strategies to enhance organizational performance.
• Directed treasury and financial management operations, successfully optimizing cash flow and resource allocation, which significantly contributed to sustainable business growth.
• Championed the development of comprehensive budgets and KPIs, improving financial planning and performance metrics to ensure alignment with strategic corporate goals.
• Oversaw secretarial and corporate governance functions, ensuring rigorous compliance with regulatory standards and fostering a culture of accountability within the organization.

• Served as Manager Accounts and Finance at Dadex Eternit Limited, a leading manufacturer in Pakistans plastic pipes and cement-based products sector.
• Spearheaded the establishment of a Pricing Department, significantly improving operational efficiency and decreasing customer quotation response times.
• Actively contributed to strategic decision-making, steering financial planning initiatives that support organizational objectives.
• Oversaw comprehensive financial reporting and analysis, ensuring accuracy and compliance with industry standards.
• Cultivated strong cross-functional relationships, enhancing collaboration and driving financial performance across departments.
• Developed and implemented budgeting processes, facilitating informed financial decisions and resource allocation.

• Transitioned from audit and assurance roles to strategic financial leadership, leveraging extensive experience with listed companies, financial institutions, and non-profits.
• Developed and implemented comprehensive financial strategies in alignment with GAAP and IFRS, enhancing financial reporting accuracy.
• Led cross-functional teams in audit engagements, ensuring compliance and delivering high-quality results that meet professional standards.
• Analyzed and documented financial controls, providing actionable insights that improved internal processes and risk management.
• Assessed and strengthened internal control frameworks, contributing to improved operational efficiency and financial integrity.