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TOHEED AHMED

Sydney,Australia

Summary

Chartered Accountant with over 12 years of experience in audit and advisory services, specializing in external audits for both public and private sectors. Expertise includes IFRS, ISA, and risk-based methodologies, with a strong focus on audit leadership and internal controls review. Proven track record in complex reporting and ERP implementation, alongside Financial reporting, FP&A, compliance for donor-funded projects with ADB and World Bank. Aiming to leverage extensive audit knowledge and cross-sector experience in a Big 4 firm.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Manager – Financial Advisory Services

Maitlo Consulting
04.2024 - 05.2025
  • Delivered mid-term review of the World Bank-funded project involving the review of internal controls, project timeline, and compliance.
  • Collaborated closely with audit and tax teams to offer integrated client solutions, enhancing audit readiness, and strengthening governance frameworks across SME and public sector clients.

Manager Finance

TransKarachi – ADB Red Line BRT
12.2021 - 03.2024
  • Oversaw financial reporting, budgeting, and tax compliance for the ADB-funded Red Line BRT project, ensuring alignment with donor and government requirements, while supporting external audits through timely preparation of reconciliations and documentation.
  • Led ERP implementation to enhance internal controls, streamline workflows, and improve real-time monitoring and audit readiness across disbursements, procurement, and payment cycles.

Manager Accounts

Sui Southern Gas Company Limited
04.2019 - 12.2021
  • Lead preparation of working papers related to the complete accounting cycle of fixed assets and capital projects.
  • Coordinated asset revaluation and ensured compliance with IFRS.
  • Engaged with auditors on regulatory and compliance matters.

Assistant Manager Finance

IGI Life Insurance Ltd.
02.2018 - 10.2018
  • Executed month-end balance sheet reconciliations and comprehensive tax compliance, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
  • Coordinated with external auditors to facilitate statutory audit requirements and enhance transparency.
  • Managed audit documentation and effectively resolved observations to improve compliance outcomes.

Deputy Manager Finance

IGI Holdings Ltd.
06.2015 - 02.2018
  • Facilitated group restructuring processes, including mergers, demergers, and holding company formation.
  • Coordinated with consultants on due diligence, group tax relief, and valuations to ensure compliance.
  • Managed budgeting, forecasting, and daily cash flows for IGI Investment Bank and subsidiaries.
  • Prepared consolidated financial reports while ensuring accurate statutory reporting through auditor collaboration.

Supervising Senior – Tax Advisory Services

PwC Pakistan
12.2014 - 06.2015
  • Managed corporate tax compliance and advisory for diverse clients, including the preparation of tax returns, handling audits and appeals, and advising on tax-efficient structures in line with evolving regulations.
  • Liaised with tax authorities and external auditors, conducted legal research on local and international case laws, and reviewed financial statements for accurate tax disclosures and deferred tax treatments.

Senior Auditor

Grant Thornton
11.2008 - 05.2013
  • Executed end-to-end external audits for clients in financial services, manufacturing, and trading sectors, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality audit outcomes.
  • Conducted thorough risk assessments and control evaluations to identify compliance gaps and present actionable recommendations.
  • Prepared and reviewed financial statements across various frameworks, adhering to regulatory guidelines and industry-specific disclosures.
  • Supervised audit teams while coordinating with client stakeholders to resolve complex accounting issues through technical consultation.
  • Advised clients on corporate governance and internal controls, enhancing audit readiness and compliance with company law.

Education

Provisional Member -

Chartered Accountants Australia And New Zealand
Sydney, NSW
01-2025

Chartered Accountancy -

Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan
Pakistan
01-2017

Associate Public Finance Accountant -

Pakistan Institute of Public Finance Accountants
Pakistan
01-2016

Skills

  • External audit and assurance
  • Risk assessment and internal controls
  • IFRS, ISA, ICAP, and AASB standards
  • Financial statement preparation and review
  • Audit coordination and client management
  • Audit reporting and documentation
  • Risk-based audit planning
  • Substantive testing and control testing
  • Sampling techniques
  • Audit documentation practices
  • Management letters
  • Power BI and Power Query
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Tax compliance
  • ERP systems (SAP, Oracle R12, Dynamics)
  • Financial analysis
  • Regulatory compliance

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Senior Manager – Financial Advisory Services

Maitlo Consulting
04.2024 - 05.2025

Manager Finance

TransKarachi – ADB Red Line BRT
12.2021 - 03.2024

Manager Accounts

Sui Southern Gas Company Limited
04.2019 - 12.2021

Assistant Manager Finance

IGI Life Insurance Ltd.
02.2018 - 10.2018

Deputy Manager Finance

IGI Holdings Ltd.
06.2015 - 02.2018

Supervising Senior – Tax Advisory Services

PwC Pakistan
12.2014 - 06.2015

Senior Auditor

Grant Thornton
11.2008 - 05.2013

Provisional Member -

Chartered Accountants Australia And New Zealand

Chartered Accountancy -

Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan

Associate Public Finance Accountant -

Pakistan Institute of Public Finance Accountants

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