Open To Work
FARHAN M. ZAMAN
Sydney,Australia
Summary
Transformational Finance Leader with 20 years of experience enhancing financial governance and ERP-enabled operating models across ANZ, GCC, and Asia. Expertise in financial control and ERP implementation, including SAP ECC and Oracle EBS. Delivered improved financial controls, reduced operational risk, and developed scalable finance processes aligned with business performance and growth objectives.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Finance Systems Support Lead – ANZ
Certinia Pvt. Ltd
Sydney, Australia
07.2022 - Current
- Acted as the primary escalation point for enterprise customers, addressing complex issues and facilitating timely resolutions.
- Reduced escalation volumes across ANZ region by approximately 45%, improving operational stability and reducing repeat issue drivers.
- Improved customer satisfaction outcomes (CSAT) by approximately 25% through consistent handling of complex ERP-driven finance workflow matters.
- Improved turnaround time (TTR) by approximately 25% through structured prioritisation discipline and clearer ownership alignment.
- Identified structural risk patterns within Year-End and Cash Entry finance processes, influencing Product roadmap prioritisation and enhancing long-term financial process stability.
- Strengthened governance discipline across support, customer success, and product functions, enhancing coordination on enterprise finance workflow issues.
- Provide regional leadership across ERP-enabled finance and project workflows supporting enterprise operating environments.
Senior Finance Systems Analyst
Certinia Pvt. Ltd
Sydney, Australia
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Enhanced continuity of ERP-enabled finance and project workflows across enterprise customer environments, ensuring seamless operations.
- Standardized resolution approaches across cross-functional ERP issues impacting financial workflows, fostering collaboration and efficiency.
- Strengthened continuity of ERP-enabled finance and project workflows across enterprise customer environments.
- Increased stability of finance workflow outcomes through disciplined ownership and resolution of complex issues.
Finance Systems Analyst
Certinia Pvt. Ltd
Sydney, Australia
07.2022 - 12.2022
- Improved continuity of finance reporting workflows through integration with ERP platform.
- Gained insight into system-enabled dependencies between financial and operational processes.
- Enhanced functional depth of integrated finance and project ERP workflows in enterprise environments.
Senior ERP Consultant – Finance Systems
ABT Group Applied Business Technology
Sydney, Australia
01.2019 - 07.2022
- Led ERP-enabled finance transformation initiatives improving alignment between finance operating models and system capability across enterprise client environments.
- Directed finance module implementation initiatives improving alignment between system configuration and financial control requirements.
- Led finance workshops aligning operating processes with ERP capability improving adoption and process consistency.
- Delivered multiple ERP upgrade initiatives improving stability of finance reporting environments and continuity of business operations.
- Restored operational continuity for key enterprise client by coordinating resolution of a three-year-old system defect.
- Received CEO Award recognition for resolving critical backlog and improving delivery confidence across client environment.
- Strengthened governance practices for client data sharing, enhancing protection of intellectual property and maintaining delivery transparency.
- Enhanced delivery discipline by mentoring junior consultants, contributing to capability maturity within ERP practice.
ERP Consultant – Finance Systems
ABT Group Applied Business Technology
Sydney, Australia
01.2018 - 12.2018
- Refined translation of finance requirements into effective ERP configuration outcomes.
- Facilitated ERP finance implementation initiatives, enhancing alignment between finance processes and system functionality.
- Streamlined implementation and post-go-live optimisation activities for better continuity.
Senior Accountant
Conditionex Group
Sydney, Australia
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Improved visibility of project profitability enabling more informed commercial decision-making.
- Improved cost management visibility supporting improved financial discipline.
- Enhanced working capital discipline through structured vendor engagement analysis.
- Partnered with leadership to improve financial insight across project-based operating environments.
Senior Accountant & ERP Coordinator
City Convenience Stores Pty Ltd
Sydney, Australia
07.2015 - 08.2016
- Facilitated financial reporting and ERP evaluation initiatives across multi-entity retail environments to enhance decision-making.
- Improved financial visibility across store network through structured P&L reporting supporting executive oversight.
- Supported ERP evaluation through structured finance process mapping improving system selection alignment.
- Enhanced procurement cost visibility to drive margin performance improvements.
- Negotiated vendor arrangements achieving approximately $400K in annual cost optimisation.
Manager Accounts & Administration
Radhwa International School
Yanbu, Saudi Arabia
10.2013 - 03.2015
- Reported to the CEO overseeing finance, administration and operational coordination.
- Led team of 18 staff across finance, administration and transport functions.
- Enhanced financial oversight to support informed leadership decision-making.
- Strengthened budgeting discipline to increase financial planning visibility.
- Improved operational coordination across departments to enhance organisational efficiency.
Senior Finance Business Partner / Financial Controller – International Business Portfolio (SAP ECC FI)
Getz Pharma Pvt Ltd
Karachi, Pakistan
07.2008 - 09.2013
- Owned financial reporting across 8-country international portfolio supporting performance visibility for senior leadership.
- Led finance ownership across international export markets supporting executive decision-making across commercial and operational dimensions.
- Strengthened budgeting and forecasting discipline, enhancing planning reliability across multi-entity export operations.
- Improved margin visibility across export markets, facilitating informed commercial pricing and cost optimisation decisions.
- Strengthened reporting consistency through structured use of SAP ECC FI and Report Painter improving transparency of financial performance drivers.
- Improved governance discipline across international finance processes strengthening period close reliability.
- Enabled clearer insights into regional profitability trends, guiding strategic decision-making.
- Acted as finance partner across commercial, supply chain and operations teams aligning financial objectives with business priorities.
Oracle EBS Functional Consultant – Financial Modules
Jaffer Brothers Pvt Ltd
Karachi, Pakistan
11.2006 - 03.2008
- Facilitated implementation of Oracle Financial modules across GL, AP, AR, and Fixed Assets, enhancing system integration.
- Championed adoption of Oracle Financial modules across business divisions, standardizing financial processes.
- Aligned finance processes with ERP capabilities through structured implementation approach, optimizing operational workflows.
Accountant
US CPA Firm (BPO)
Karachi, Pakistan
01.2005 - 12.2006
- Ensured accuracy and reliability of financial records across client engagements.
- Enhanced rigor in reconciliations and financial reporting processes.
- Established technical proficiency in structured financial reporting environments.
Education
Chartered Certified Accountant - ACCA Member - Accounting And Finance
ACCA
United Kingdom01-2026
Master of Arts - HR & Finance majors
University of Karachi
Karachi12-2004
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting & Finance
University of Karachi
Karachi12-2001
Certified Accounting Technician - Accounting And Finance
ACCA
United Kingdom06-2001
Skills
Finance transformation
- Financial governance and reporting
- ERP and finance systems leadership
- Business process optimization
- Program leadership and stakeholder management
- Performance improvement strategies
- Data-driven decision support
- Change leadership in finance environments
- Financial analysis expertise
- ERP implementation skills
- Project management proficiency
- Financial risk management
Certification
- ACCA Member
- Certified Accounting Technician (CAT)
- FMVA (in progress) – Corporate Finance Institute
- Power BI (in progress)
- AI for Finance & Productivity (practical application)
Accomplishments
All-Stars Award for Ownership.
Timeline
Senior Finance Systems Analyst
Certinia Pvt. Ltd
01.2023 - 12.2023
Finance Systems Support Lead – ANZ
Certinia Pvt. Ltd
07.2022 - Current
Finance Systems Analyst
Certinia Pvt. Ltd
07.2022 - 12.2022
Senior ERP Consultant – Finance Systems
ABT Group Applied Business Technology
01.2019 - 07.2022
ERP Consultant – Finance Systems
ABT Group Applied Business Technology
01.2018 - 12.2018
Senior Accountant
Conditionex Group
01.2017 - 01.2018
Senior Accountant & ERP Coordinator
City Convenience Stores Pty Ltd
07.2015 - 08.2016
Manager Accounts & Administration
Radhwa International School
10.2013 - 03.2015
Senior Finance Business Partner / Financial Controller – International Business Portfolio (SAP ECC FI)
Getz Pharma Pvt Ltd
07.2008 - 09.2013
Oracle EBS Functional Consultant – Financial Modules
Jaffer Brothers Pvt Ltd
11.2006 - 03.2008
Accountant
US CPA Firm (BPO)
01.2005 - 12.2006
Chartered Certified Accountant - ACCA Member - Accounting And Finance
ACCA
Master of Arts - HR & Finance majors
University of Karachi
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting & Finance
University of Karachi
Certified Accounting Technician - Accounting And Finance
ACCA