Kamran Ashiq (ACMA,APFA)

• Led annual budgeting, forecasting, and IFRS-compliant financial reporting; secured PKR 1.5B in government grants.
• Drove commercial and revenue initiatives increasing student admissions by 166%, generating PKR 500M additional annual revenue.
• Managed treasury, cash flow, and fund management for PKR 5B development projects.
• Oversaw payroll (500+ employees) and fee collections from 14,000+ students.
• Supervised internal, external, and tax audits; resolved 150+ audit observations from AGP, FBR, and PAC.
• Built strong rapport with external auditors, facilitated smooth auditing process.
• Handled complex account reconciliations; ensured consistency in records.
• Organised and carried out month-end, quarterly and year-end processes.
• Achieved streamlined operations by implementing efficient accounting systems.
• Executed comprehensive internal audits; highlighted areas requiring action.
• Prepared accurate financial reports for informed decision making.
• Provided key input in strategic decision-making meetings, influencing company direction.
• Ensured accurate tax filings, avoiding penalties and interest charges.

Committees & Governance Roles:

Secretary-Finance & Planning Committee

Member-Audit, Purchase, Investment, Construction Works and Admission Committee

Resident/Internal Auditor: (2023-2024)

• Managed full financial operations for PKR 50M annual turnover.
• Led budgeting, forecasting, financial controls, and GAAP/IFRS reporting.
• Improved coordination of 70+ staff, enhancing operational efficiency.
• Achieved 25% annual sales growth through enhanced financial reporting.
• Completed detailed profit and loss analysis; identified improvement areas.
• Performed thorough expenditure tracking, preventing overspending.
• Optimized financial performance by monitoring key indicators.
• Reviewed and reconciled ledgers to maintain integrity of financial data.

• Validated five years of historical financial records to ensure data integrity for SAP migration.
• Established internal audit department, developed chart of accounts, and defined financial hierarchies.
• Delivered audit reports with actionable recommendations to strengthen internal controls and prevent irregularities.
• Evaluated control systems to minimize risk or loss within company and improve overall performance.

• Successfully managed financial planning and cash flows for export operations valued at USD 1 million
• Enhanced company profitability with strategic budget planning.
• Facilitated capital-raising initiatives supporting business expansion efforts.
• Maintained KPI reporting tools for accurate, up-to-date financial data for decision-making.
• Ensured accurate tax filings, avoiding penalties and interest charges.