Zafar Iqbal
Dubai
Summary
Finance and audit professional with over 7+ years of experience in audit, accounting, and tax advisory, including tenure at a Big Four firm. Expertise in IFRS, ISA, statutory audits, tax compliance, and financial reporting. Demonstrated success in managing complete audit engagements, leading teams, and collaborating with multinational clients. Currently located in the UAE on an employment visa, available for immediate employment.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Audit Accountant- Elite Holding Group
ATHGADLANG
Dubai, UAE
01.2025 - Current
- Assist in maintaining full books of accounts including general ledger, payables, receivables, and inter-company accounts.
- Perform bank, supplier, and ledgers reconciliations.
- Manage month-end and year-end closing, including accruals, prepayments, and depreciation.
- Prepare income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow reports in compliance with IFRS.
- Support management with financial reports and analysis.
ACCOUNTANT
Equitativa Group
Dubai
07.2024 - 12.2024
- Managed end-to-end accounting for residential and commercial properties.
- Recorded and reconciled rental income, security deposits, and operating expenses across multiple entities.
- Prepared monthly owner statements, financial reports, and variance analyses.
- Handled bank reconciliations, vendor payments, and tenant ledger corrections.
- Prepared monthly owner statements, financial reports, and variance analyses.
- Ensured compliance with local property regulations and lease terms.
- Identified and resolved AED 100K in historical discrepancies during financial
cleanup.
ACCOUNTANT
Alamtaras Accounting & Tax Services
Dubai
03.2022 - 06.2024
- Provided comprehensive accounting services remotely, including managing accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and financial reporting.
- Conducted detailed bank reconciliations, successfully reducing discrepancies and ensuring accurate financial records.
- Generated monthly financial statements and reports, delivering timely updates.
- Streamlined invoicing and accounts receivable processes, enhancing cash flow management for multiple clients.
- Utilized cloud-based accounting software (e.g., Xero, QuickBooks, Zoho Books,
Bill.com, Bexio, etc.) to maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records across diverse client portfolios.
AUDIT SENIOR
Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu
Multan, Pakistan
10.2017 - 11.2020
- Planning and execution of external audits of significant Public Listed and Public Entities using risk-based audit methodology.
- Reviewed financial statements for compliance with IFRS and local regulations.
- Performing preliminary and concluding analytical procedures and analyzing key financial ratios.
- Testing the design and effectiveness of internal controls by completing walkthroughs of business processes and highlighting any control deficiencies.
- Designed and performed the substantive procedures in consultation with the engagement manager in order to address the specific risk at the assertion level or Financial Statement level.
- Performing other procedures necessary to support theissuance of the assurance deliverables.
Internal Auditor
Ale Imran & Co. Chartered Accountants
Lahore, Pakistan
05.2016 - 07.2017
- Worked with Grant Thornton on a collaborative internal audit assignment at PEPSIFrito-Lays Lahore.
- Review and prepare daily production and dispatch reports at PEPSI Frito-Lays whileensuring no damaged/expired goods are being stored or dispatched.
- Collaborated with peers on multiple, complex projects to exceed all expectations anddeliver projects on time.
Education
FOUNDATION IN ACCOUNTANCY (FIA) - Audit and assurance, Financial Accounting & Reporting, Business Taxation
ACCA - UK
01.2012
FOUNDATION IN ACCOUNTANCY (FIA) - Audit and assurance, Financial Accounting & Reporting, Business Taxation
ACCA - UK
01.2012
FOUNDATION IN ACCOUNTANCY (FIA) - Audit and assurance, Financial Accounting & Reporting, Business Taxation
ACCA - UK
01.2012
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE -
The Islamia University Bahawalpur
ACCA-Member -
ACCA - UK
Skills
- QBO
- Xero
- Wave
- EMS
- Microsoft Office
- Excel
- Word
- Outlook
List of Clients
- Equitativa Group (Real Estate Investment Trust)
- Novo Cinemas (Gulf Film LLC)
- Alamataras Accounting and Bookkeeping
- LSI Property Management
- Smart Gear Factory Limited
- Digerati Technologies
- Prolific You - Digital Marketing Agency Australia
- Belait Shipping Company SDN BHD - Darussalam Brunei
Professional Development
- Presentation & Communication Skills Course
- Audit Excellence Training
- Leading the Field Senior Program
- EMS User workshop
- IFRS In-house Trainings
- Excel Analytics Training
Hobbies and Interests
- Attending Networking events representing ACCA
- Reading business magazines and matters of current affairs
- Travelling
References
Available upon Request
Timeline
Audit Accountant- Elite Holding Group
ATHGADLANG
01.2025 - Current
ACCOUNTANT
Equitativa Group
07.2024 - 12.2024
ACCOUNTANT
Alamtaras Accounting & Tax Services
03.2022 - 06.2024
AUDIT SENIOR
Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu
10.2017 - 11.2020
Internal Auditor
Ale Imran & Co. Chartered Accountants
05.2016 - 07.2017
FOUNDATION IN ACCOUNTANCY (FIA) - Audit and assurance, Financial Accounting & Reporting, Business Taxation
ACCA - UK
FOUNDATION IN ACCOUNTANCY (FIA) - Audit and assurance, Financial Accounting & Reporting, Business Taxation
ACCA - UK
FOUNDATION IN ACCOUNTANCY (FIA) - Audit and assurance, Financial Accounting & Reporting, Business Taxation
ACCA - UK
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE -
The Islamia University Bahawalpur
ACCA-Member -
ACCA - UK