Usman Hanif
Dubai
Summary
I am a qualified ACCA member with 8 years of substantial experience in the field of Internal Audit, Business development, acquisition, and Financial Analysis with a focus on Centralized, Decentralized Finance (DeFi), NFTs, Cryptocurrency, and Blockchain-in a variety of industries. I am technology-driven with the highest degree of interest in the blockchain world. I am determined and confident to secure a promising career opportunity to utilize and nurture my practical knowledge and professional skills effectively.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Manager
Libra Businessmen Services
Dubai, UAE
01.2021 - Current
- Reviewed documentation and identified financial discrepancies where applicable.
- Streamlined month-end close process, reducing time spent on manual tasks and improving data accuracy.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, federal tax regulations; timely filing of all required documents, mitigating potential penalties or fines.
- Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
- Monitored budget and revenue trends, compiling reports for company leadership to inform decision-making.
- Developed comprehensive financial reports for executive decision-making support.
- Oversaw successful integration of financial systems post-merger, ensuring seamless transition for all stakeholders.
- Managed multimillion-dollar budgets, ensuring accurate allocation across departments.
- Improved forecasting accuracy, allowing company to make proactive adjustments with strategic initiatives.
Digital Asset Consultant
Avento Labs
Lahore, Pakistan (Remote)
01.2020 - Current
- Provide first-level analysis of projects, including financial and non-financial aspects, and conduct risk assessments related to Tokenomics
- Lead and execute client engagements in the blockchain space, collaborating with client executives to address complex challenges
- Build and maintain valued relationships with external clients and internal peers, developing a portfolio of business by focusing on high-impact opportunities
- Create innovative commercial insights for clients, developing methods and procedures to meet financial and operational needs
- Assist in managing client accounts, including building project teams, overseeing financial aspects of client engagements, and ensuring quality and risk management
- Lead business development, research, and thought leadership activities across the digital asset ecosystem
- Conduct planning, review, testing, and finalization of financial transactions, including wallet selection and integration, payment gateways, transaction rates, gas fees, conversion rates, central wallets, and consensus protocol integration
- Assist clients in developing viable product use-cases for market penetration
- Consult with significant stakeholders, including VCs and developers, on the Tokenomics of cryptocurrency and NFT projects
- Key Projects: artwallstreet.io, keyless.io, playform.io, wokeworkaholics.io, webaverse.com, Proptier.com, WinMclaren.com, Binancecity.com, Evergreen.finance
Internal Audit Associate
EY Ford Rhodes (Member Firm of EY Global Limited)
Lahore, Pakistan
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Improved financial reporting accuracy through meticulous review of financial statements and supporting documentation.
- Enhanced audit efficiency by streamlining internal processes and implementing new audit software.
- Reduced risk exposure by conducting thorough audits and identifying control weaknesses.
- Supported external auditor engagements by providing timely information and coordinating responses to inquiries.
- Ensured adherence to company policies by reviewing employee expense reports for accuracy.
- Maintained compliance with regulatory requirements by staying current on industry standards and best practices.
- Kept stakeholders informed of emerging risks by proactively monitoring industry trends and relevant regulatory changes.
Education
Association of Certified Chartered Accountant -
ACCA
Lahore, Punjab01.2017
Foundation in Accountancy -
SKANS School of Accountancy
Lahore, Pakistan01.2014
Skills
- Financial Strategy & Planning
- Budget Forecasting
- Financial Budgeting
- Internal Controls
- Internal Audit & Compliance
- Mergers & Acquisitions
- Tax Planning & Optimization
- Cryptocurrency & Blockchain
- Decentralized Finance (DeFi)
- Tokenomics
- Partnerships Management
- Business Development
- Tokenization
- Stablecoins
Languages
English
Hindi
Urdu
Arabic (basic)
Timeline
Finance Manager
Libra Businessmen Services
01.2021 - Current
Digital Asset Consultant
Avento Labs
01.2020 - Current
Internal Audit Associate
EY Ford Rhodes (Member Firm of EY Global Limited)
01.2016 - 01.2017
Association of Certified Chartered Accountant -
ACCA
Foundation in Accountancy -
SKANS School of Accountancy