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MUHAMMAD ZAIN ALI

Dubai,United Arab Emirates

Summary

Finance professional with over three years of hands-on experience in full-cycle accounting, financial reporting, taxation, and process optimisation. Qualified Affiliate Financial Accountant (AFA) and part-qualified Chartered Management Accountant (CMA) with strong practical knowledge of IFRS/IAS standards, VAT/Corporate Tax compliance, and accounting system implementation. Currently completing BSc in Economics. Seeking to advance expertise in Finance, Accounting, Controlling and Taxation through the M.Sc. FACT programme at HWR Berlin.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Accounts & Finance Executive

Fixit Link Cargo LLC
Dubai, UAE
2023.01 - 2026.05
  • Single-handedly prepare and submit monthly financial statements (Profit & Loss, Statement of Financial Position, and Cash Flow) in accordance with IAS 1 by the 5th of every month, delivering timely reports directly to the Director.
  • Implemented IAS 37 (Provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets) to enhance strategic planning, manage risks, and ensure going-concern compliance.
  • Led the successful migration of the entire accounting practice from legacy software to CRM Fresa Technologies, improving data accuracy, efficiency, and real-time reporting capabilities.
  • Recovered more than 100,000 AED in overdue Accounts Receivable, significantly strengthening cash flow and liquidity.
  • Reduced missed invoices from 20% to 2% of total sales within the first three months through improved controls and processes.
  • Consistently filed VAT and Corporate Tax returns well ahead of deadlines, achieving 100% compliance with zero penalties.
  • Manage full-cycle payroll processing alongside core accounting operations.

Education

Cambridge O Levels -

University of Cambridge
Karachi, Pakistan
2015.05 - 2016.06

Cambridge A Levels - Accounting

University of Cambridge
Karachi, Pakistan
2016.08 - 2019.11

BSc - Economics

Virtual University of Pakistan
2021.03 -

Affiliate Financial Accountant (AFA) -

Institute of Cost and Management Accountants of Pakistan (ICMAP)
Karachi, Pakistan
2021.01 - 2024.10

Skills

  • Financial Accounting & Reporting (IFRS / IAS 1 & IAS 37)
  • Tax Accounting & VAT / Corporate Tax Compliance
  • Management Accounting & Controlling
  • Accounts Receivable & Payable Management
  • Accounting Systems Implementation (CRM Fresa Technologies)
  • Payroll Processing
  • Financial Analysis & Bank Reconciliation
  • Financial software expertise

Websites

LANGUAGES

English – Fluent (IELTS 7.5 Overall)
Urdu – Native

REFERENCES

Available upon request

Affiliations

  • Outdoor Sports

Timeline

Accounts & Finance Executive

Fixit Link Cargo LLC
2023.01 - 2026.05

BSc - Economics

Virtual University of Pakistan
2021.03 -

Affiliate Financial Accountant (AFA) -

Institute of Cost and Management Accountants of Pakistan (ICMAP)
2021.01 - 2024.10

Cambridge A Levels - Accounting

University of Cambridge
2016.08 - 2019.11

Cambridge O Levels -

University of Cambridge
2015.05 - 2016.06
MUHAMMAD ZAIN ALI