Experience

Associated Consulting (Pvt.) Ltd

• Pakistan
• IT Services and IT Consulting
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Principal Consultant

  • Oct 2019 - Present

  For the most of the past 20 years, it has been my way of satisfying my entrepreneurial spirit and the passion to help small businesses. I have helped dozens of small businesses with business planning, financial analysis, financial management, and tax compliance i.e. federal and state income taxes, sales tax, payroll taxes etc. My clients have included businesses in hospitality, communications, manufacturing, and medical practices among others. I have also done significant amount of pro bono work for a number of not for profit organizations. Show less



Human Development Foundation, NA

• Greater Chicago Area

• Executive Director

  • Mar 2018 - Sep 2019

  Overall responsibilities included overseeing administration, programs, fundraising, compliance, and strategic plan of the organization. I reported to the chairperson and the board of directors. Oversaw preparation of timely and accurate financial and operational reports to the board, worked closely with volunteer networks in fundraising, and with grantee organizations in program implementation and impact measurement. Ensured fiscal integrity, fundraising to meet programs goals, and compliance with not-for-profit regulations at state and federal levels. Assisted the board in improving governance, transparency, and accountability. I was also responsible to develop and implement strategic plan, annual budget, community outreach plan, and making human resource decisions. In addition, I developed and streamlined standard operating procedures, worked with external auditors, and ensured employee and volunteer motivation aside for other administrative responsibilities as is customary to the position of executive direct at a not-for-profit organization. Show less



Horizon Software Services LLC

• Dubai, UAE

• Chief Financial Officer/Chief Operating Officer

  • Jan 2016 - Feb 2018

  This is a software and web technologies firm engaged in software development and distribution of its ERP Solution branded BizineX 360, VR applications, simulators, and holographic applications. Alongside financial management, my areas of engagement have been business analysis, financial modeling, and requirement analysis. Given my strong ERP and analysis background, I am responsible, also, for technical and financial evaluation, resource selection, and planning of new projects within the domains of the company. Show less



SEISCO International Limited

• Houston, Texas Area

• Chief Financial Officer

  • Jan 2001 - Aug 2016

  Seisco is a manufacturer of tankless water heaters. In 2001, I joined the company to work full time as Accounting and Systems Manager. I grew into Financial Controller’s position in 2005 and then into Chief Financial Officer’s position, in 2007, with overall responsibility for financial management, reporting, compliance, and advising the chairman/CEO on strategic planning. From 2004 to 2010, I also planned and oversaw procurement. Through my financial modeling, business analysis, and efficient buying strategies, company cut its cost of production by nearly 17% and fixed costs by over 11% . I reimplemented BusinessWorks (in 2003) and oversaw conversion from BusinessWorks to MS Navision- Dynamics ERP solution (2006). Additionally, I was responsible for employee training in ERP system and communications. I continued to work for the company as a consultant from January 2014 to August 2016 when company was acquired by multinational. During this period, I was heavily involved in the acquisition of the company. I continued to assist the acquiring company with the transition until December 2016 on consulting basis. Show less



Innovative Financial Systems Inc

• Houston, Texas Area

• Implementation Consultant

  • Jun 1999 - Dec 2000

  IFS is a consulting firm specializing in enterprise management solutions and an authorized reseller of Sage Solutions including Sage 50, Sage BusinessWorks, Sage 100, and Sage 500. I was responsible for end to end implementation engagements for Sage 50 and Sage BusinessWorks although I also participated in several engagements for Sage 100. During the Four years with the firm, I completed several dozen engagements for Sage 50 (then Peachtree), more than 30 engagements of Sage BusinessWorks at small to medium size businesses. My role also included assisting BusinessWorks clients with month end and year end closing of books, consolidations, training client employees, and advising client management on improving workflows to optimize utilization and effectiveness of the software solution. Show less



MSI Financial Services Corporation

• Houston, Texas Area

• Executive Vice President/COO

  • Jul 1996 - May 1999

  I joined this Islamic investments and asset management firm, as VP Finance, at a time when its managed capital was dwindling. With the help of an outstanding team of professionals, in the Three years that followed, we were able to raise managed capital from $2.5M to $11M evidencing restoration of investor confidence. In September 1997, I was appointed as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer reporting directly to the President/CEO and the board of directors. As VP Finance, I was responsible for developing strategic plan, evaluation of small business financing proposals, and advising the investment committee of the board on investments aside from overall financial management. As EVP and COO, I was additionally responsible for day to day operational management including acting as spokesperson and representative of the firm to Third parties. I represented the firm at numerous conferences and conventions on Islamic finance in and outside of the United States. Show less



HRSS LLP, Certified Public Accountants

• Houston, Texas Area

• Principal Accountant

  • Jul 1994 - Jun 1996

  As principal accountant, I was responsible for providing accounting, financial, tax, and consulting advice to a group of over Forty clients. My day to day responsibilities included overseeing data entry of clients’ financial data, compilation of financial statements, tax return preparation, and advising clients. The group comprised clients from retail, hospitality, NGO, and education sector. Contributed nearly 30% of the firm's revenue. As principal accountant, I was responsible for providing accounting, financial, tax, and consulting advice to a group of over Forty clients. My day to day responsibilities included overseeing data entry of clients’ financial data, compilation of financial statements, tax return preparation, and advising clients. The group comprised clients from retail, hospitality, NGO, and education sector. Contributed nearly 30% of the firm's revenue.



HOFT Institute, Inc.

• Austin, Texas Area

• Financial Controller

  • May 1992 - Jun 1994

  From short term cash management to long term financial planning, I was responsible for all financial and administrative matters including accounts receivable and payable, payroll, general ledger, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash management, and assisting CEO in financial decision making. I also acted as audit and banking liaison of this emerging educational services firm employing over 150 staff and faculty. The hallmark of this tenure was conversion and automation of entire operations from student registration to financial reporting. Management reporting, budgeting, and contract negotiation were additional responsibilities performed. Lead the implementation team from BusinessWorks to MAS 90 ERP solution. Show less



Charvick, Inc.

• Austin, Texas Area

• Finance Manager

  • Aug 1988 - Apr 1992

  I was initially hired as accountant/bookkeeper by this large automobile dealership with annual turnover of over US$ 5 Million, a minimum inventory in excess of 1,000 automobiles and a workforce of Twenty- Five employees. As finance manager, I was responsible for credit evaluation of customers, approval, documentation, and administration of lease/financing agreements. In addition, I was responsible for day to day accounting including accounts receivable, payroll, banking, general ledger, and monthly financial statements. This position equipped me with valuable experience in operations and retail management besides refining my financial management skills. Show less



University Inn

• United States
• Hospitality
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Front Desk Manager/Night Auditor

  • Jan 1986 - Jul 1988

  Initially, I was hired as night auditor and later assigned the role of front desk manager as additional charge. While this job supported my university education, it also gave me practical experience in financial reporting and day to day operations of a hotel complimenting my accounting and finance education. Initially, I was hired as night auditor and later assigned the role of front desk manager as additional charge. While this job supported my university education, it also gave me practical experience in financial reporting and day to day operations of a hotel complimenting my accounting and finance education.