
Rashid Kamran FCCA
Senior Accounting and Finance Manager
Salary / Daily rate
Dubai - United Arab Emirates
Freelance, open to permanent contract
Skills
Languages
About me
Intro
FCCA-qualified finance leader with 15+ years managing full accounting cycles across manufacturing, F&B, and professional services. Proven expertise in IFRS compliance, system implementations (Xero, ERP), and delivering strategic insights through custom dashboards and KPIs. Ready to streamline your financial operations and drive profitability through expert analysis and controls.
Work experience
Accounting Manager
Malik Haroon Ahmad & Co Chartered Accountants
May 2024 - Jul 2025
1 year 3 months
Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
A QCR-rated audit and advisory firm offering accounting, audit, and corporate consulting services. Key Responsibilities: ▪ Managed full accounting cycle for clients across trading, manufacturing, and service sectors ▪ Supervised a team responsible for bookkeeping, reconciliations, and monthly closings ▪ Reviewed and finalized financial statements and management reports for client delivery ▪ Developed customized dashboards and KPI metrics to support performance tracking ▪ Supported budgeting and forecasting processes with in-depth variance analysis ▪ Designed and implemented internal controls to reduce risk and ensure compliance ▪ Oversaw cash flow monitoring, AP/AR tracking, and aging analysis ▪ Acted as primary client liaison, translating financial data into strategic insights ▪ Led client onboarding, including system setup and chart of accounts design ▪ Collaborated with tax and audit teams to maintain IFRS standards and regulatory compliance
Finance Manager
The Botanic Atrium
Oct 2021 - Oct 2023
2 years 1 month
Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
The Botanic Atrium is a unique food hall concept with cross-ordering across multiple Asian cuisines under one roof. Key responsibilities; • Led financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting processes across departments • Designed executive dashboards and KPIs to drive business decisions • Analyzed sales trends, costs, and brand-specific performance • Managed full accounting cycle including monthly closings and statements • Implemented accounting systems and automated key reporting functions • Forecasted cash flows and ensured optimal working capital planning • Standardized financial controls and ensured regulatory compliance • Conducted overhead analysis to improve profitability • Oversaw outlet pre-openings, including staffing and operational readiness • Coordinated with auditors and consultants to support external reviews
Senior Accountant (Group)
4-Front Facilities Management LLC
Sep 2014 - Oct 2021
7 years 2 months
Dubai - United Arab Emirates
Dubai-based firm providing end-to-end F&B business solutions and facilities management services. Key responsibilities; • Managed full accounting cycle, including budgeting, reporting, and monthly closings • Led financial forecasting, variance analysis, and strategic planning for cost control • Prepared financial statements and management reports in line with IFRS • Oversaw inventory control, stock variance, and recipe-based costing for F&B units • Evaluated sales and cost performance to support operational efficiency • Handled loan, lease, and working capital planning • Filed VAT returns and municipality fees as per UAE regulations • Monitored intercompany transactions and ensured accurate reconciliations • Implemented Xero and Tevalis POS, including system setup and data migration • Collaborated with HR on payroll and coordinated external audits and compliance reviews
Chief Accountant
Maak Agro Dairies (Pvt) Ltd.
Oct 2010 - Oct 2013
3 years 1 month
Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
Lahore-based dairy company offering hygienic dairy and agro products under its own brand, with a focus on quality assurance, operational efficiency, and sustainable growth. Key responsibilities; • Managed end-to-end accounting operations and monthly financial closings • Led budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to support operational planning • Prepared financial statements, expenditure reports, and audit schedules • Oversaw payroll processing, statutory deductions, and salary disbursements • Maintained fixed asset register with depreciation tracking and compliance • Conducted AP/AR aging analysis to optimize working capital • Ensured internal control implementation and adherence to accounting policies
Audit Officer
Nasir Jamil & Co. Chartered Accountants
Oct 2009 - Oct 2010
1 year 1 month
Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
▪ Supported internal and external audit procedures for client engagements ▪ Prepared bank and cash reconciliation statements to ensure accuracy ▪ Reconciled income and expense accounts for audit verification ▪ Conducted customer and supplier account reconciliations, including aging analysis ▪ Maintained books of accounts and prepared client trial balances as per accounting standards
Education
Heigher Education Commission of Pakistan
M.Com
2013 - Present
13 years 3 months
ACCA
ACCA
2010 - Present
16 years 9 months