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Syed Asif Iqbal

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Summary

Experienced and qualified External Auditor with over 11 years of proven expertise in statutory audits, assurance services, and compliance with IFRS and international auditing standards. Having led audit teams at A. Qasem & Co., a former EY and PricewaterhouseCoopers network firm in Dhaka, Bangladesh, I am now seeking a full-time auditor role under the direct supervision of a Registered Company Auditor (RCA) in Australia to fulfill the Australian Securities and Investments Commission’s 3,000-hour experience requirement for RCA registration. Backed by an MBA in Accounting from a CA ANZ, CPA, and IPA-accredited Australian institution and Fellow membership (FIPA) with the Institute of Public Accountants, I bring strong technical competence, leadership, and a commitment to quality assurance in financial reporting.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Manager - Assurance

A. Qasem & Co. (Chartered Accountants)
05.2022 - 05.2023
  • Manage the audit engagement by defining audit strategy, in consultation with the Senior Manager / Partner, and executing it in compliance with our policies and protocols which led to a 100% clean audit report rate in 2022.
  • Conducted audit engagements equivalent in scope to Australian Corporations Act audits, under senior audit partner supervision.
  • Lead and manage fieldwork on clients’ sites including liaising with other departments to ensure the smooth delivery of the Audit process.
  • Draft audit reports and management representation letters.
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive audit work improvements.

Manager – Governance, Risk and Compliance

Delivery Hero (Foodpanda Bangladesh Ltd)
11.2021 - 05.2022
  • Design and implement local internal controls together with the respective process owners, following the global policies and guidelines.
  • Manage, advise and support local business teams and management in conducting risk workshops by identifying, assessing, managing, mitigating, and monitoring risks.
  • Tailor the compliance program to local requirements in close coordination with the global compliance team.
  • Ensure all local regulatory and other relevant compliance obligations are defined, identified, documented, and updated.
  • Reduced operational costs through comprehensive process improvement initiatives and resource management.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
  • Oversaw inventory management, optimizing stock levels, and reducing waste.

Assistant Manager - Assurance

A. Qasem & Co. (Chartered Accountants)
06.2017 - 11.2021
  • Conducted audit engagements equivalent in scope to Australian Corporations Act audits, under engagement manager and senior audit partner supervision.
  • Identify audit and engagement risks and contribute to the design of an appropriate audit approach for each assignment.
  • Identify potential audit issues or unusual trends in financial statements with detailed analytical trend analysis.
  • Execute audits of listed companies, large private companies and not-for-profit clients ranging in size and industry.
  • Draft audit reports and management representation letters.
  • Mentored junior staff members in their professional development by offering guidance/support in their assigned roles.
  • Facilitated clear communication between employees and upper management through regular meetings and updates.

Supervisor - Assurance

A. Qasem & Co. (Chartered Accountants)
06.2015 - 05.2017
  • Conduct external audits and internal audits within agreed timeframe.
  • Conducted audit engagements equivalent in scope to Australian Corporations Act audits, under senior audit partner supervision.
  • Perform detailed calculation and substantive procedures to complete the audit process.
  • Check accuracy, correctness of the accounting entries and review parts of financial statements.
  • Conduct audit as per audit plan memorandum.
  • Analysis and documentation of internal controls and control environments.
  • Co-ordinate with teams and communicate with clients.
  • Assist junior team members.
  • Draft audit reports and management representation letters.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
  • Enhanced operational workflow, identifying and eliminating bottlenecks in daily procedures.

Associate - Assurance

A. Qasem & Co. (Chartered Accountants)
09.2011 - 06.2015
  • Develop an understanding of the audit client’s business.
  • Interact with the clients to collect all the necessary data/information, set-up and maintain audit files, prepare leads, etc.
  • Support the planning, execution and delivery of assurance engagements.
  • Clearly and accurately document the execution of specific audit procedures as defined by the engagement objectives, audit client's engagement history, and planned audit approach.
  • Recognize potential audit issues or unusual relationships from basic analysis of the financial statements and communicate them to the assurance team.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.

Education

MBA - Accounting

Universal Business School
Adelaide, SA
01.2025

Bachelor of Laws (LLB) -

National University of Bangladesh
Dhaka, Bangladesh
01.2016

Advanced Diploma - Accounting

Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
Glasgow, UK
01.2013

BBA -

Ahsanullah University of Science And Technology
Dhaka, Bangladesh
03.2012

Diploma - Accounting

Pearson Edexcel
London, UK
12.2010

Skills

  • External audit expertise
  • Skilled in analyzing financial reports
  • Comprehensive audit management
  • Report writing
  • Client relationship management
  • Risk management and compliance
  • Proficient in Australian tax regulations
  • Familiarity with AASB regulations
  • Microsoft Office 365 proficiency

Accomplishments

Achieved a 100% clean audit report rate in 2022 by leading and managing multiple statutory audit engagements at A. Qasem & Co., ensuring full compliance with IFRS and firm protocols, and demonstrating exceptional technical proficiency and attention to detail.

Certification

  • CA ANZ (in progress).
  • MBA (Accounting) from a CA ANZ/CPA/IPA accredited program with strong exposure to Australian taxation law, auditing standards, and business law.
  • Fellow (FIPA), Institute of Public Accountants, Australia.

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Manager - Assurance

A. Qasem & Co. (Chartered Accountants)
05.2022 - 05.2023

Manager – Governance, Risk and Compliance

Delivery Hero (Foodpanda Bangladesh Ltd)
11.2021 - 05.2022

Assistant Manager - Assurance

A. Qasem & Co. (Chartered Accountants)
06.2017 - 11.2021

Supervisor - Assurance

A. Qasem & Co. (Chartered Accountants)
06.2015 - 05.2017

Associate - Assurance

A. Qasem & Co. (Chartered Accountants)
09.2011 - 06.2015

Diploma - Accounting

Pearson Edexcel

MBA - Accounting

Universal Business School

Bachelor of Laws (LLB) -

National University of Bangladesh

Advanced Diploma - Accounting

Association of Chartered Certified Accountants

BBA -

Ahsanullah University of Science And Technology

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