Experience

St. Peter's Spirits

• Canada
• Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Group CFO

  • Sep 2020 - Present

  As member of the executive team, participate in the leadership of the overall business development & implementation of a strategic plan that establishes goals, identifies key strategic issues, sets objectives & plans for each initiative Remain on top of trends & opportunities, manage the business planning process & prepares the corporate business plans in order to take advantage of all strategic opportunities identified Development of KPIs to support best-in-class financial & operational efficiencies Developing the internal control systems & associated policies necessary to ensure effective management of the business and the accuracy & quality of information with special focus on pricing, inventory & COGS. Promotes sound financial management practices by understanding & developing best practice internal financial controls & reporting policies and procedures Oversees the timely preparation of annual operating and capital budgets, which reflect the objectives, plans, & priorities of the Company Oversee the development of strategies for cash management, foreign exchange, capital funding & debt financing Ensures timely & accurate preparation of all financial statements & other financial reports required by regulators, the Leadership team or lenders All finance activities related to acquisitions, from target identification through to integration of acquired businesses Risk & inventory management - identify areas of enterprise risk and creates strategies to minimize exposure, continually looks for opportunities to reduce the costs of inventory Work with the external auditors in the development and execution of the audit plan Monitor and recommends changes to the complex corporate structure to ensure tax efficiencies are maximized. Ensures all periodic and annual corporate tax filings are completed in time Manages relationships with banks, lawyers, external auditors, other advisors & key suppliers/vendors - protect the assets and financial position of the company Show less


Silver Crown Royalties Inc.
• Canada
• Mining
• 1 - 100 Employee
• Chief Financial Officer

  • Mar 2022 - Present


McGovern Hurley LLP

• Canada
• Accounting
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director of Professional Standards

  • Feb 2020 - Aug 2020

  In addition to leading audit engagements, Hassnain is responsible to lead the following internal functions within the firm: • Financial statements disclosure review • GAAP/GAAS research • Training and development In addition to leading audit engagements, Hassnain is responsible to lead the following internal functions within the firm: • Financial statements disclosure review • GAAP/GAAS research • Training and development



Lifeist

• Canada
• Wellness and Fitness Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Vice President Finance

  • Jul 2019 - Jan 2020

  • Lead and provide oversight for the financial operations of the organization including but not limited to financial reporting, management reporting, budget & forecast, tax, treasury, cash management and ERP management• Manage a team of 4 direct (including a Finance Director and a Divisional controller) and 12 to 14 indirect reports within the finance team• Protect company assets by establishing, monitoring, and enforcing internal controls• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with senior operating managers within the company to provide assistance in identification and development of appropriate financial solutions to operational issues• Manage relationships with third parties including bankers, consultants, investors, regulators, external auditors, legal and tax advisors• Work with department leaders to understand revenue and cost drivers and build appropriate reports for performance tracking• Establish short/long-range departmental goals, objectives, policies, and operating procedures• Analyze and present the company's quarterly and annual financial results with respect to profits, trends, costs and compliance with budgets, where applicable• Build a high-performance culture and implement a people strategy that attracts, retains, develops and motivates the team by fostering an inclusive work environment; communicating vison/values/business strategy & managing succession and development planning for the team• Improve processes through automation and adoption of new tools and technology• Implementation and maintenance of efficient ERP system• Ensure timely filing of global corporate and excise taxation returns, and maintenance of documentation requirements of tax authorities (including transfer pricing documentation) Show less

• Director Of Financial Reporting

  • Aug 2018 - Jun 2019

  - Lead the preparation of quarterly and annual consolidated financial statements, MD&A and other disclosure materials such as annual report, management information circular and annual information form in accordance with public company requirements.- Lead and present monthly consolidated results of local and foreign subsidiaries using IFRS to the executives and members of management.- Manage the monthly, quarterly and annual financial closing process to ensure timely, accurate and reliable information is available to key stakeholders for decision-making purposes.- Act as advisor to the executive team on controls, compliance and policy matters.- Implement all applicable new IFRSs (IFRS 9/15/16).- Research technical accounting issues including but not limited to preparation of accounting memos and standardization of accounting policies, chart of accounts etc. for the Group on a global basis.- Oversee the management of the day-to-day accounting function.- Oversee all projects related to enhancing the month-end process across all local and foreign subsidiaries (Canada, USA, Sweden and Australia).- Participate in M&A activity including due diligence and post-acquisition integration.- Oversee the ERP implementation.- Manage relationship with external auditors ensuring efficient and effective audits are conducted at all times.- Ensure that internal control deficiencies identified by external auditors are being addressed by process owners on a timely basis.- Lead and mentor global team of finance professionals in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.- Participate in special projects/ad-hoc reporting as requested. Show less


KPMG Canada
• Canada
• Financial Services
• 700 & Above Employee
• Senior Manager

  • Jan 2017 - Aug 2018


KPMG Bahamas

• Bahamas
• Accounting
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Team Leader - Accounting Advisory Services

  • Jan 2015 - Dec 2016

  Accounting Advisory Services group focuses on technical accounting support for companies, including accounting framework conversions, new standard implementation, IPO support, acquisition and disposition accounting, and other areas where complex accounting exists.

• Team Leader - KPMG Enterprise

  • Jan 2015 - Dec 2016

  KPMG Enterprise is a global network of trusted advisers who are focused on addressing the unique needs of entrepreneurs, family businesses, and fast growing companies to help them grow and build value through any stage of their business lifecycle. KPMG Enterprise works on a principal of one-stop shop. This role required a special focus on business development across all industries and functions and I lead a team of professionals within Audit and Advisory. I have made significant contribution in bringing new clients across functions. Show less

• Senior Manager Audit and Advisory

  • Oct 2010 - Dec 2016

  SERVICES=======- Audit and assurance- AdvisoryINDUSTRIES========- Asset management- Banking and capital markets- Chemicals- Consumer & retail- Financial services- Government & public sector- Healthcare- Industrial manufacturing- Private equity- Real estate- Technology- Transport & logistics

• Manager, Audit

  • Oct 2008 - Sep 2010

  Full cycle project management of financial statements audits using U.S. GAAP and IFRS, including:- Coordinating and monitoring comprehensive audit plans- Assigning and monitoring responsibilities relative to key deadlines- Manage final stages of report writing and publishing, including discussions of findings with clients- Building and maintaining strong client relationships in financial services industry for public companies

• Assistant Manager, Audit

  • Jul 2006 - Sep 2008



KPMG In Pakistan

• Pakistan
• Accounting
• 700 & Above Employee

• Assistant Manager, Audit

  • Nov 2001 - Jun 2006

  Day-to-day management of financial statements audits using U.S. GAAP and IFRS, including: - Creating comprehensive audit plans detailing participation from junior auditors to managers and partners - Assigning and monitoring responsibilities relative to key deadlines - Responsible for both ad-hoc and formal training of junior auditors and their evaluations - Manage final stages of report writing and publishing, including discussions of findings with clients - Building and maintaining strong client relationships for both public and non-public companies - Identification and vetting of potential clients and tailoring service offerings - Facilitation of annual audit training Show less