Akshay Bahrani
Karachi,Pakistan
Summary
Accomplished finance professional with expertise in IFRS, ISA, and adaptability to local standards. Proficient in financial statement analysis and audit planning, execution, and finalisation using tools like EY Canvas and QuickBooks. Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills, critical thinking, and attention to detail. Skilled in communication, report writing, project management, and team leadership. Adept at client relationship management, negotiation, conflict resolution, and coaching for talent development. Committed to leveraging skills in remote and hybrid work environments to drive organisational success.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
6056
6056
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Audit Assistant Manager
EY Qatar
12.2023 - 02.2025
- Led end-to-end audit engagements for clients across diverse industries, ensuring compliance with IFRS, ISA, and local regulations.
- Managed audit teams of 14 auditors, providing training, supervision, and performance evaluations to improve efficiency.
- Conducted risk assessments and developed tailored audit strategies to identify key financial risks and improve internal controls
- Reviewed financial statements, prepared audit reports, and presented key findings to senior management and Partner.
- Utilized audit tools such as CaseWare, EY Canvas, APT, and Quickbooks to perform data-driven financial analysis and detect anomalies.
Ensured compliance with local regulatory requirements, advising clients on best accounting practices. - Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including tax, advisory, actury and IS audit, to provide a comprehensive approach to client engagements.
- Provide actionable insights to clients, improving financial operations and compliance.
- Collaborate remotely with teams and clients to maintain productivity and deliver high-quality audit outcomes
Manager Audit & Assurance
BDO Pakistan
03.2023 - 11.2023
- Led audit engagements for large insurance and manufacturing clients
- Supervised staff, reviewed work, and ensured adherence to audit methodologies and client requirements
Assistant Manager Audit & Assurance
BDO Pakistan
06.2022 - 02.2023
Assistant Manager Audit & Assurance
RSM Pakistan
09.2021 - 01.2022
- Oversaw audit and assurance engagements, ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks
- Successfully implemented CaseWare Audit software to enhance efficiency and accuracy
Audit Senior & Associate
RSM Pakistan
11.2018 - 08.2021
- Conducted risk assessments, prepared audit plans, and ensured timely completion of engagements
- Trained and mentored junior staff, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment
Education
ACCA -
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
2016 - 01.2018
Advanced Diploma in Accounting and Business -
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
2015 - 01.2016
Certificate in Accounting and Finance -
Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan
2019 - 01.2021
Skills
- IFRS, ISA and adaptability of local standards,
- Financial statement analysis
- Audit planning, execution, and finalization
- Audit and accounting software and tools, like EY Canvas, RSM CaseWare, BDO APT, QuickBooks
- Microsoft Office products, such as Excel, word, PowerPoint
- Problem-solving, critical thinking, & attention to detail
- Communication & report writing
- Project management & team leadership
- Time management & multitasking
- Client relationship managements
- Adaptability & Decision-Making
- Negotiation & Conflict Resolution
- Coaching & Talent Development
- Remote and hybrid work
Websites
Accomplishments
- Recognized for exceptional performance and promoted ahead of schedule to leadership roles at RSM Pakistan and BDO Pakistan.
- Successfully managed large teams across multiple engagements, maintaining high-quality standards.
- Implemented CaseWare Audit software at RSM Pakistan, improving operational efficiency.
Custom
Negotiable, Open to remote and hybrid opportunities, with willingness to relocate or travel as needed., Available upon request
Languages
English
Fluent
Certification
Certificate in ACCA membership
Certificate in Accounting and Finance
Certificate in Presentation and communication skills,
Certificate in Mastering in QuickBooks
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Audit Assistant Manager
EY Qatar
12.2023 - 02.2025
Manager Audit & Assurance
BDO Pakistan
03.2023 - 11.2023
Assistant Manager Audit & Assurance
BDO Pakistan
06.2022 - 02.2023
Assistant Manager Audit & Assurance
RSM Pakistan
09.2021 - 01.2022
Audit Senior & Associate
RSM Pakistan
11.2018 - 08.2021
ACCA -
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
2016 - 01.2018
Advanced Diploma in Accounting and Business -
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
2015 - 01.2016
Certificate in Accounting and Finance -
Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan
2019 - 01.2021
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