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Mashood Ahmed, Associate Director Finance

Mashood Ahmed

Associate Director Finance·Afiniti

Saudi Arabia

Master's degree, Accounting And Business Sciences

Work experience

Total years of experience: 14 years, 11 months

Associate Director Finance

July 2024 - Present

Afiniti

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia •Hybrid

July 2024 - Present

I successfully led financial reporting initiatives that strengthened governance and improved operational efficiency.

• Standardized revenue recognition and lease accounting, enhancing audit outcomes and consistency.
• Developed dashboards for the CFO and investors, facilitating proactive decision-making of financial health.
• Improved internal controls, significantly reducing post-close adjustments and audit queries.

Governance & Scope:

• Ownership of monthly, quarterly, and annual IFRS and US GAAP financial statements.
• Oversight of statutory and group audits.
• Balance sheet integrity, reconciliations, and internal control frameworks.
• ERP enhancements and finance process automation
Company industry:
IT Services
Job role:
Accounting and Auditing

Senior Manager Financial Reporting

May 2022 - June 2024

Afiniti Inc

Lahore, Pakistan

May 2022 - June 2024

I played a pivotal role in improving financial reporting and operational efficiency at Afiniti.

• Took ownership of the entire order-to-cash cycle, monitoring contracts and overdue debts.
• Implemented process improvements for commission and bonus payout schemes, enhancing clarity and efficiency.
• Owned monthly, quarterly, and annual close for multi-entity operations under IFRS and US GAAP, ensuring accuracy and audit readiness.
• Implemented and maintained accounting policies under IFRS 15 / ASC 606 and IFRS 16 / ASC 842, improving consistency and audit outcomes.
• Reviewed balance sheet reconciliations, accruals, provisions, and estimates to strengthen financial integrity.
• Coordinated statutory and group audits, acting as primary finance contact for auditors and delivering clean audit results.
Company industry:
Software Development
Job role:
Accounting and Auditing

Manager Finance & Accounting

May 2021 - April 2022

Afiniti Inc

Lahore, Pakistan

May 2021 - April 2022

I successfully led financial consolidations and management reporting at Afiniti, ensuring compliance with accounting standards.

• Drove the adoption of IFRS and US GAAP, enhancing the accuracy of financial statements.
• Conducted thorough monthly and quarterly reviews, improving the quality of management reporting.
• Developed strong analytical skills through the evaluation of financial data and reporting processes.
Company industry:
Software Development
Job role:
Accounting and Auditing

Head of Finance and Operations

December 2020 - May 2021

Ishine Technologies Ltd

Lahore, Pakistan

December 2020 - May 2021

I played a pivotal role in transforming iShine Trade through strategic restructuring and operational leadership.

• Defined key functions to streamline operations and enhance team performance.
• Executed both short and long-term strategic plans while managing crises effectively.
• Took full P&L responsibility, ensuring financial health and operational success.
Company industry:
Consumer Electronics
Job role:
Accounting and Auditing

Finance Manager

January 2018 - November 2020

Meeting Point Emirates

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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January 2018 - November 2020

I successfully managed financial operations at Meeting Point Emirates, focusing on strategic planning and project feasibility.

• Conducted in-depth evaluations of financial feasibilities for travel desk and lounge projects, supporting stakeholder decisions.
• Prepared financial projections for significant projects, including a joint venture with Etihad Airways.
• Collaborated with multiple departments to ensure the seamless integration of new projects and trained new employees effectively.
• Reviewed, monitored, and managed budgets & forecast, also developed strategies to minimize financial risk and cost.
• Expertly in interpreted financial data and evaluate future trends based on business on books (BOB) and other parameters.
• Served as a resource in all efforts to develop and implement VAT system from scratch also fully engaged in setting up all the required guidelines laid by consultants and ensured that these were implemented and followed.
• Managed a team of +21 staff divided in to three sub functions (AR, AP and GL); also coordinated with internal and external auditors and facilitated auditors for all type of required information to conduct these audits.
Company industry:
Hospitality & Accomodation
Job role:
Accounting and Auditing

Assistant Finance Manager

May 2017 - December 2017

Meeting Point Emirates

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

May 2017 - December 2017

In my role at Meeting Point Emirates, I was responsible for producing and sharing detailed financial reports that informed management decisions.

• Generated monthly, quarterly and yearly reports for local management, group management and other stakeholders.
• Built collaborative rapport with the banks, regulatory authorities and other external stakeholders on regular basis.
• Worked in close coordination with company CFO (reporting line) and ensured all guidelines implementation.
• Developed and managed procurement function as per guideline laid by CFO. Also added centralized function under finance dept.
Company industry:
Hospitality & Accomodation
Job role:
Accounting and Auditing

Accounts Supervisor

August 2014 - April 2017

Meeting Point Emirates

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

August 2014 - April 2017

I played a pivotal role in optimizing financial operations and reporting at Meeting Point Emirates.

• Led the analysis of sales reporting, aligning it with budget forecasts to improve accuracy.
• Ensured timely and accurate recording of transactions through effective oversight of AR subordinates.
• Collaborated with the Finance Manager and CFO on strategic initiatives, driving resource management and efficiency.
Company industry:
Hospitality & Accomodation
Job role:
Accounting and Auditing

Finance Associate

July 2012 - July 2014

Tariq Abdul Ghani Maqbool Chattered Accountants and Co

Lahore, Pakistan

July 2012 - July 2014

I successfully contributed to internal auditing and financial management at Tariq Abdul Ghani Maqbool & Co.

• Analyzed internal control systems and provided recommendations for improvement based on framework and define standards.
• Led the preparation of financial statements and feasibility reports, ensuring adherence to statutory requirements.
• Managed ERP systems planning and implementation, optimizing financial processes and reporting structures.
• Led internal and external audits as per statutory requirements, also generated financial modelling and feasibility reports.
Company industry:
Accounting
Job role:
Accounting and Auditing

Teacher assistant (Quality assurance officer)

July 2011 - July 2012

Skans School of Accountancy

Lahore, Pakistan

July 2011 - July 2012

 This role was engaged in assisting the lecturers related to delivering the lectures, conducting test and providing required support to students after the classes.
Company industry:
Primary, Prep, & Secondary School
Job role:
Teaching and Academics

Education

ICAEW

June 2022

June 2022

Master's degree, Accounting And Business Sciences

United Kingdom

GPA (percentage): 84%

GPA (percentage): 84%

ACA ICAEW (chartered accountant)
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ACCA

February 2020

February 2020

Master's degree, FCCA

United Kingdom

GPA (percentage): 69%

GPA (percentage): 69%

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AAA

May 2015

May 2015

Master's degree, UAE CA

United Arab Emirates

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Oxford Brooks University

March 2014

March 2014

Bachelor's degree, Bachelor of Sciences in Applied Accounting

Pakistan

GPA (percentage): 80%

GPA (percentage): 80%

Skans School of Accountancy

August 2012

August 2012

Master's degree, ACCA (Association of certified chattered accountants)

Pakistan

GPA (percentage): 71%

GPA (percentage): 71%

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Sakns School of Accountancy

February 2010

February 2010

Diploma, Certified Accounting Technician

Pakistan

GPA (percentage): 91%

GPA (percentage): 91%

• Certified Accounting Technician (CAT) February 2010 • Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Part-1 Candidate • Bsc Hons. (OBU) (Result awaiting)

Govt. Science College Wahdat Road Lahore

August 2008

August 2008

High school or equivalent, Maths

Pakistan

GPA (percentage): 61.11%

GPA (percentage): 61.11%

• F.sc (Govt. Science College Wahdat Road Lahore) August 2008

Pakistan Grammar School

July 2006

July 2006

High school or equivalent, Sciences

Pakistan

GPA (percentage): 62%

GPA (percentage): 62%

• Matriculation (Pakistan Grammar School) July 2006

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Skills

Microsoft Dynamics
Expert
Microsoft Dynamics
Expert
ERP design
Expert
ERP design
Expert
Microsoft Office
Expert
Microsoft Office
Expert
Accounting
Expert
Accounting
Expert
Internal Audit
Expert
Internal Audit
Expert
Analytically approach
Expert
Analytically approach
Expert
ACCOUNTANT
Expert
ACCOUNTANT
Expert
AUDIT
Expert
AUDIT
Expert
AUDITING
Intermediate
AUDITING
Intermediate
CORRESPONDENCE
Intermediate
CORRESPONDENCE
Intermediate
ERP
Intermediate
ERP
Intermediate
INTERNAL AUDIT
Expert
INTERNAL AUDIT
Expert
INTERNAL CONTROLS
Expert
INTERNAL CONTROLS
Expert
SYSTEM ANALYSIS
Intermediate
SYSTEM ANALYSIS
Intermediate
Candela from Lumen Soft
Beginner
Candela from Lumen Soft
Beginner
Quick Books
Intermediate
Quick Books
Intermediate
MS OFFICE
Expert
MS OFFICE
Expert
SAP
Intermediate
SAP
Intermediate
Payroll Management for multiple Entities
Expert
Payroll Management for multiple Entities
Expert
Strategic Financial Planning and Analysis
Expert
Strategic Financial Planning and Analysis
Expert
Feasibility Reports and Financial Projections
Expert
Feasibility Reports and Financial Projections
Expert
Talent Selection, Development and Retention
Expert
Talent Selection, Development and Retention
Expert
P&L Ownership and Management (Includes closing of accounts)
Expert
P&L Ownership and Management (Includes closing of accounts)
Expert
Managing External and internal Audit requirements
Expert
Managing External and internal Audit requirements
Expert
Budget, Forecasting and Ad hoc Analysis
Expert
Budget, Forecasting and Ad hoc Analysis
Expert
Qualified FCCA with experience of more than 9 years
Expert
Qualified FCCA with experience of more than 9 years
Expert
Implementation of VAT and other statutory requirements
Expert
Implementation of VAT and other statutory requirements
Expert
purchasing
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purchasing
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annual budgets
Expert
annual budgets
Expert
operation
Expert
operation
Expert
petty cash
Expert
petty cash
Expert
reconciliation
Expert
reconciliation
Expert
payroll
Expert
payroll
Expert
Financial Management
Expert
Financial Management
Expert
Management
Expert
Management
Expert
Financial Reporting
Expert
Financial Reporting
Expert
Preparation
Expert
Preparation
Expert
Budgeting
Expert
Budgeting
Expert
Accounting
Expert
Accounting
Expert
Administration
Expert
Administration
Expert
Finance
Expert
Finance
Expert
Communication Skills, interpersonal skills
Expert
Communication Skills, interpersonal skills
Expert
Monthly Reporting
Expert
Monthly Reporting
Expert
Microsoft Excel
Expert
Microsoft Excel
Expert
Customer Service
Beginner
Customer Service
Beginner
GL accounting
Expert
GL accounting
Expert
Microsoft Office
Expert
Microsoft Office
Expert
ERP design
Expert
ERP design
Expert
Microsoft Dynamics
Expert
Microsoft Dynamics
Expert

Social profiles

Personal Website
Personal Website
linkedin.com/in/mashoodahmed

Languages

Urdu

Expert

English

Expert

Arabic

Beginner

Memberships

ACCA

Chartered Accountant

March 2015

AAA

UAECA

April 2015

ICAEW

Chartered Accountant

August 2022

Training and Certifications

Certifications
ACCA TALENT GYMNASIUM
ACCA TALENT GYMNASIUM
Feb 2011 - Feb 2011
ESDTP
Skans School of Accoountancy
Jul 2012 - Nov 2012

Recommendations

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Aug 2013

Aug 2013

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• Television • Playing Cricket • Reading General Books • Attending events to share experiences with