MUBASHAR ALI
Chartered Accountant | Finance, Taxation & Audit Professional
Available for Relocation to Saudi Arabia
Contact
+92 340 0214004
LinkedIn
/in/mubashar-ali-ca
Professional Summary
Results-driven Chartered Accountant Finalist (ICAP) with 3.5 years of experience in financial operations, reporting, taxation, and internal controls across real estate, textiles, plastics, and chemicals.
Global Expertise
Expertise in IFRS/IAS-compliant financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
Saudi Readiness
Certified in Islamic Banking and Financial Valuation Systems (SAIAT). Knowledge of indirect taxation transferable to Saudi VAT and ZATCA frameworks.
Technical Skills
Proficient in ERP systems (Odoo, Oracle, QuickBooks) and data analytics (Excel, Power BI, Python).
Core Competencies
A comprehensive skill set covering financial strategy, compliance, and advanced data tools.
Financial Reporting
IFRS/IAS, SOCPA-compliant reporting, FP&A, Variance & Sensitivity Analysis.
Compliance & Treasury
Islamic Banking (SAIAT Certified), Indirect Taxation (VAT/ZATCA transferable), Cash Flow Management.
Systems & Analytics
ERP (Odoo, Oracle, QuickBooks), Data Analytics (Excel, Power BI, Python - Jupyter Notebook).
Audit & Leadership
Internal Audit, Risk Management, IFRS 9/15/16, Team Leadership & Collaboration.
Education & Professional Qualification
Chartered Accountant (CA) Finalist
Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan (ICAP) | Expected Qualification: Dec 2025 (20/21 exams passed).
Certified Finance and Accounting Professional (CFAP)
ICAP Qualified: July 2025.
Certified in Accounting and Finance (CAF)
ICAP Qualified: April 2022.
Intermediate (GCE ‘A’ Levels Equivalent)
BISE Faisalabad | Qualified: 2018 | Grade: A (75%).
Professional Experience: Baker Tilly
Senior Accounts & Audit Associate | April 2022 – Present
Managing daily accounting operations and ensuring IFRS/IAS compliance for diverse clients.
Accounting and Reporting
  • Managed daily accounting, journal entries, and general ledger maintenance.
  • Prepared monthly, quarterly, and annual IFRS-compliant financial statements.
  • Conducted variance and sensitivity analysis to support strategic decisions.
  • Developed budgeting and forecasting models, aligning financial goals with business strategy.
  • Reduced month-end closing time by 30% through workflow streamlining.
Key Achievements in Financial Reporting
Demonstrated ability to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and strategic insight through process optimization.
25%
Reporting Accuracy
Improved financial reporting accuracy through enhanced reconciliation and ERP automation.
30%
Closing Time Reduction
Reduced month-end closing time by streamlining reporting workflows and standardizing templates.
10%
Working Capital
Improved working capital efficiency through better receivables tracking and management.
Internal Audit & Advisory
Led comprehensive internal audits across manufacturing, real estate, chemicals, and textiles, focusing on risk mitigation and operational efficiency.
Audit Execution
Led end-to-end internal audits, ensuring adherence to IFRS and regulatory frameworks.
Control Evaluation
Evaluated internal controls in procurement, inventory, and payroll to identify gaps and risks.
Compliance Review
Led forensic and compliance reviews for high-value transactions, improving governance.
Reporting & Action
Prepared detailed audit reports and action plans to strengthen internal control systems.
Audit & Cost Optimization Success
Strategic initiatives resulted in significant cost reductions and enhanced financial transparency for clients.
15%
Leakage Reduction
Identified control weaknesses in procurement, reducing potential financial leakages.
PKR 31M
Operational Savings
Reduced annual operational costs through strategic outsourcing at a chemical client.
74%
Commission Slash
Spearheaded cost optimization, slashing commission expenses while maintaining sales performance.
Indirect Taxation & Compliance
Managed sales tax and PRA compliance for diverse sectors, ensuring accurate and timely filing, and strengthening audit readiness.
  • Managed sales tax and PRA compliance, ensuring accurate preparation and timely filing of monthly returns.
  • Prepared and reconciled tax registers for compliance with relevant tax regulations.
  • Assisted in sales tax refund cases, gathering documentation and substantiating claims.
  • Led post-refund audit support, responding effectively to tax authority queries.
  • Achieved 100% compliance with monthly and annual sales tax filing requirements for multiple clients.
Professional Development
Continuous learning focused on advanced financial techniques and regional expertise, aligning with Saudi Vision 2030.
1
Islamic Banking & Financial Valuation Systems
Certified by Saudi Arabia Institute of Advanced Technology (SAIAT).
2
Financial Modelling & Valuation
Baker Tilly Continuing Professional Development Program.
3
Data Management & Analytics
ICAP course covering Excel, Power BI, and Python.
4
Professional Ethics & Communication
ICAP courses on professional values, ethics, attitudes, and presentation skills.
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