Zahid Ul Hassan is a Finance Manager with over 12 years of experience in accounting, auditing, and finance. He has worked in roles such as Finance Manager, Audit Supervisor, Internal Auditor, and Accounting Manager. He has expertise in financial reporting, analysis, management, budgeting, and accounting software. Currently he works as the Finance Manager for DAMAN CONTRACTING LLC in Dubai, where he oversees accounting, treasury, budgeting, and financial reporting and analysis.
1. ZAHID UL
HASSAN
Cell No +971-56-688-5837
+971-56-780-0278
E-Mail
zahid@damancontracting.com
zahidgulf@live.com
Visa status
Employment Visa - FINANCE
MANAGER
Address Business Bay, Dubai UAE
SUMMARY
The professional in accountancy, Audit and Finance, currently working at the capacity of “FINANCE MANAGER in
DAMAN CONTRACTING lilac” with the application of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and
International Accounting Standards (IAS) with Over 12 years of experience in the finalization and Reporting of
Consolidated Financial Statements for statuary Audit of the companies and acknowledged for sound decision-making
talents borne of intense analysis, business acuity, ongoing education, and big picture vision.
Also performed FR CA Audit and preparation of financial statements of USAID, CWW, UNHCR, UNICEF Agencies under
circular OMB A-133 and OMB A- 122, internal, external, investigative and other statutory audits of clients belonging to
Banks, Money Exchanger, Society for Education, Trust, Construction, Consultancy, Employee Provident, & Gratuity Fund
and other statutory organizations
Further I am expert in Accounting & Financial management, and Audit including a solid background in budget development and
management, forecasting and planning, variance analysis, and business leadership, Good banking knowledge around and
handling Internal and External Audit.
CAREER OBJECTIVE
To contribute towards the growth and development of a dynamic organization where opportunities to grow both personally and
professionally are ample and where I can utilize my professional skills, effectively & efficiently to serve my organization in best
possible way with sheer determination and commitment
HIGHLIGHTS
Financial Reporting Financial Analysis and Internal Control
Financial Management Financial Projections
Management Reporting MIS Reporting
Liability and Cash Management Accounts Receivable/ Payable
Implementation of ERP Consolidating Financial Statement
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATION
Certified Financial Consultant Institute of Financial Consultants USA
Chartered Accountants Article Ship Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan
Chartered Accountant Inter Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan
Bachelors in Commerce The University of Punjab Pakistan
Higher Secondary Certificate BISE Lahore
Secondary School certificate AJK Mir Pur Board
HISTORYEMPLOYMENT
FINANCE MANAGER (Since April 2015 to Current)
DAMAN CONTRACTING LLC Business Bay Dubai
Management:
Maintain a documented system of accounting policies and procedures. Manage outsourced functions. Oversee the
operations of the treasury department, including the design of an organizational structure adequate for achieving the
department's goals and objectives.
Funds Management:
Forecast cash flow positions, related borrowing needs, and available funds for investment. Ensure that sufficient funds
are available to meet ongoing operational and capital investment requirements. Use hedging to mitigate financial risks
2. related to the interest rates on the company's borrowings, as well as on its foreign exchange positions. Maintain
banking relationships
Budgeting
Manage the preparation of the company's budget. Report to management on variances from the established budget,
and the reasons for those variances. Assist management in the formulation of its overall strategic direction.
Financial Analysis and Reporting
Engage in ongoing cost reduction analyses in all areas of the company. Review the performance of competitors and
report on key issues to management. Engage in benchmarking studies to establish areas of potential operational
improvement. Interpret the company's financial results to management and recommend improvement activities.
Participate in target costing activities to create products that meeting predetermined price goals. Compile key business
metrics and report on them to management.
AS AUDIT AND ACCOUNTS SUPERVISOR (Since April 2014 to March 2015)
P ONE CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS - (Madinat Zayad ABU DHABI)
Develop annual audit plan and coordinate audit activities.
Perform audits for business operations, finances, compliance with policies and procedures.
Supervise audit team to ensure quality and on-time delivery.
Evaluate the client's internal controls; prepare an audit program outlining the extent of sampling
required, schedule the engagement, and document approval by the Engagement Principal.
Summarize engagement, make planning points for the next year, prepare management letters, draft
reports, and prepare routine client correspondence.
Follow the progress of the engagement, aid in clearing points, and resolve auditing and accounting
problems.
Keep the Account Manager/Principal apprised of the progress of the engagement, consult with them on
problem areas, review with them any significant audit findings, and recognize client service opportunities
to follow-up on post fieldwork.
Analyze and resolve audit issues with client meeting.
Primary responsibility is to prepare overall consolidated financial statements and supporting schedules
according to monthly close schedules.
Analyzing financial statements on a monthly basis and report on variances.
AS INTERNAL AUDITOR/ CHIEF ACCOUNTANT (Feb 2013 – Dec 2013)
KHIMJI RAMDAS Oman (Emirates Gourmet Dubai FZCO) (ConsumerProductsGroup)
evaluates and provides reasonable assurance that risk management, control, and governance systems are
functioning as intended and will enable the organisation's objectives and goals to be met.
Reports risk management issues and internal controls deficiencies identified directly to the audit
committee and provides recommendations for improving the organisation's operations, in terms of both
efficient and effective performance.
Evaluates information security and associated risk exposures.
Evaluates regulatory compliance program with consultation from legal counsel.
Evaluates the organisation's readiness in case of business interruption.
Maintains open communication with management and the audit committee.
AS ASSISTANT MANAGER FINANCE (May 2012 – Dec 2012)
OLYMPIC BUILDING CONTRACTORS LLC AJMAN UAE
Daily sales reconciliation of approximately 21 branches.
Extracting outstanding balances of receivables and payables of all branches including local and outdoor
customers of UAE and other countries.
Responsible for preparation of financial statements and bank reconciliation statements of group of
companies including budget and scheduling for conducting companies statuary audit.
Providing training and supervising junior staff.
Meets accounting financial objectives by forecasting requirements; preparing an annual budget;
scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions.
Confirms financial status by monitoring revenue and expenses; coordinating the collection,
consolidation, and evaluation of financial data; preparing special reports.
Maintains accounting controls by establishing a chart of accounts; defining accounting policies and
procedures.
3. Maintains financial security by establishing internal controls.
Protects organization's value by keeping information confidential.
AS MANAGER ACCOUNTS (Nov 2011 - Apr 2012)
NORTHERN MINING ASSOCIATES ISLAMABAD PAKISTAN
Being manager i was involved in the monetary workings of accounts and make funding, budgeting
and spending decisions for strategic planning for financial growth.
Forecast cash flow positions, related borrowing needs, and available funds for investment.
Ensure that sufficient funds are available to meet ongoing operational and capital investment
requirements.
Participate in target costing activities to create products that meeting predetermined price goals.
Assist in the determination of product pricing in relation to features offered and competitor pricing.
AS SENIOR INTERNAL/ EXTERNAL AUDIT ASSOCIATE
RSMi CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS (Feb2008 – Nov 2011)
Collect and analyze data to detect deficient controls, duplicated effort, extravagance, fraud, or non-
compliance with laws, regulations, and management policies.
Report to management about asset utilization and audit results, and recommend changes in
operations and financial activities.
Prepare detailed reports on audit findings.
Supervise auditing of establishments, and determine scope of investigation required.
Confer with company officials about financial and regulatory matters.
Examine whether the organization's objectives are reflected in its management activities, and
whether employees understand the objectives.
Examine records and interview workers to ensure recording of transactions and compliance with
laws.
Help management by providing future audits planning through recommendations in their audit
notes or discussions.
Interpretation and issuance of internal audit report with observation and their recommendation.
Issuing independent reports based on the financial audits on behalf of RSM International AHLN
Chartered Accountant.
AS MANAGER ACCOUNTS & ADMIN (Feb 2005 - Aug 2007)
JAVED GARMENT & GULF EXPORTERS
Maintains administrative staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees; maintaining
a safe and secure work environment; developing personal growth opportunity.
Accomplishes staff results by communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, and appraising
job results; coaching, counselling, and disciplining employees; initiating, coordinating, and enforcing
systems, policies, and procedures.
COMPUTER KNOWLEDGE
Enhanced experience in Micro Soft Office Suite,
Capable of using all type of custom based accounting software.
Well versed in FACTS ERP Special for Contracting llc, Al Ameen, AHRAMS, Peach Tree, Quick
Books, Tally 9, Focus 6 and other custom accounting software.
LANGUAGES
English Fluent
Urdu Fluent
Hindi Fluent
Punjabi Fluent
Kashmiri Fluent
Arabic Basic/ Intermediate
REFERENCE
Will be provided on demand