Catalyst
Junaid Abbasi
Senior Accountant
Karachi, Sindh
Summary
Finance professional with extensive experience in financial planning, analysis, and strategic decision-making. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and drive financial success. Reliable and adaptable, with skills in budgeting and financial reporting, and strong focus on achieving organizational objectives.
Financial leader with strong track record in strategic planning, risk management, and financial analysis. Adept at driving financial growth through effective team collaboration and adaptive strategies. Known for reliability, flexibility, and results-driven approach. Skilled in budgeting, forecasting, and regulatory compliance, ensuring fiscal health and organizational success.
Finance professional with extensive experience in financial strategy and corporate governance. Known for driving fiscal efficiency and implementing robust financial controls. Proven ability to collaborate with diverse teams and adapt to dynamic business environments, while excelling in financial reporting and strategic planning.
Pragmatic professional with solid experience in leadership roles. Adept at implementing strategic business plans, driving growth and improving operations. Skilled in financial management and stakeholder relations. Collaborative and dedicated to building and leading talented and motivated individuals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Chief Financial Officer
Travocom PVT LTD
03.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with financial teams to develop and implement budget forecasts, enhancing financial planning accuracy.
- Assisted in the preparation of quarterly reports for stakeholders, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and internal policies.
- Monitored cash flow projections and reporting to support operational decision-making and optimize resource allocation.
- Trained team members on financial reporting tools and best practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the finance department.
- Automates invoice creation, categorization, purchase order matching, and expense coding—dramatically reducing manual work and errors
- Drafts standard operating procedures for month-end close, audits, onboarding, and enhances firm documentation consistency
- Crafts professional emails, reminders, onboarding messages, and payment follow-ups—saving time and ensuring consistency
- Identifies anomalies in financial patterns, prepares audit checklists, and supports risk assessment processes
- Automates client emails, payment reminders, engagement letters, and onboarding templates
- Simplifies complex accounting topics for juniors, generates quizzes and tutorials, and summarizes technical standards
- Assisted in the preparation of daily , weekly , monthly Revenue Reports
- Fortnights payables Reconciliations & Payables Report
- Assisted in Reconciliations of Different Accounts like Credit cards , Vendors statement , Banks Reconciliations
- Assisted in Daily Bank positions
- Assisted in Daily Sales invoices generations like ticketing , Umrah , Tours
- Specialized in Accounts Receivables & Accounts Payables , Agings of Customers & Vendors
- Basic Knowledge of Airline taxes & Fares
- SRB tax filings & other tax related Works
- Profit & Loss statements
- Cash Handling Manually & ERP both
- Payables Management & Payables Planning
- Assisted in Different Recurring Liabilities & Expenses
- Assisted in Different ERP systems For exact Reporting & Smooth Work
Senior Account Executive
Lahore Marketing Network
05.2022 - 02.2023
- Managed a diverse portfolio of key accounts, ensuring consistent communication and alignment with client goals while addressing any emerging needs or concerns.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for upselling services, resulting in the expansion of existing contracts and increased overall revenue.
- Utilized CRM software to track sales activities, manage client interactions, and forecast future sales trends effectively, contributing to informed decision-making processes.
- Mentored junior account executives by providing training on best practices in client management and sales techniques, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the team.
- Established strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels within client organizations, enhancing collaboration opportunities and facilitating smoother project implementations.
- Mentored junior account executives, fostering a positive work environment and encouraging professional growth.
- Prepared documentation, finalized sales and maintained records.
- Utilized CRM tools effectively to manage client information and track progress on accounts, leading to more accurate forecasting and pipeline management.
- Consistently met or exceeded monthly sales quotas through diligent prospecting efforts and effective closing techniques.
- Established customer relationships, interfacing with representatives and collaborating to achieve mutually beneficial results.
- Conducted regular client reviews to assess performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement and implementing necessary changes.
Assistant Accountant
HA Cement Traders (Owned)
01.2020 - 03.2022
- Assisted in budget preparation and expense tracking, identifying variances to support financial decision-making processes.
- Collaborated with external auditors during the annual audit process, providing necessary documentation and clarifications to facilitate a smooth review.
- Reduced invoice processing time with efficient data entry and verification of accounts payable transactions.
- Facilitated month-end and year-end closing processed to support accuracy and completeness of financial reports.
- Improved financial accuracy by conducting thorough account reconciliations and adjusting journal entries.
- Assisted with monthly and quarterly income statements, balance sheets and cash flow reports to inform decision-makers.
- Streamlined accounting processes for increased efficiency by implementing new software solutions.
- Played key role in negotiating terms with vendors, leading to cost savings in procurement.
- Reduced errors in tax filings by conducting thorough reviews and reconciliations of accounts.
- Assisted in budget preparation, enabling better financial planning and resource allocation.
- Assisted in developing more accurate financial models, aiding in future business planning and strategy.
- Pioneered adoption of electronic expense reporting, streamlining reimbursement process.
- Improved cash flow management by implementing more rigorous accounts receivable follow-up procedures.
- Played crucial part in financial team meetings by providing detailed account analysis and insights.
- Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
- Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.
- Used accounting software to issue tax returns and prepare consolidated reports.
- Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
- Diminished outstanding debts by analyzing accounts for issues.
Assistant Accountant
Madina Cement Distributors
02.2017 - 12.2019
- Managed daily accounting functions, including accounts payable and receivable, ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices and payments.
- Conducted regular reconciliations of bank statements with internal records to maintain accuracy and resolve discrepancies promptly.
- Maintained detailed financial records of accounts receivable and payable status and bank reconciliations.
- Reviewed general ledger entries and assessed accuracy.
- Assisted with timely month-end closing procedures, resulting in accurate financial reporting.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors by fostering environment of trust.
- Prepared accurate financial statements for management review, aiding in informed decision-making processes.
- Assisted in the implementation of new accounting software, leading to more efficient workflows and reduced manual input errors.
Education
BBA - Accounting And Finance
Sindh Madressa Tul Islam
Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan 04.2001 -
Associate of Science - Pre Engineering
Pakistan Shipowners
Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan 04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
New Heaven Acadmy
Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan 04.2001 -
Skills
Cash flow forecasting
Debt management
Operational decision making
Financial reporting
Cash flow management
Strategic financial planning
Fiscal management
Teamwork
Time management
Problem-solving abilities
Management team leadership
Multitasking
Excellent communication
Decision-making
GAAP
Software
Busy
Quickbooks
learning
Learning modern software & knowledge Gaining of updated Financial principles
Different CRMS & other Softwares
Timeline
Assistant Chief Financial Officer
Travocom PVT LTD
03.2023 - Current
Senior Account Executive
Lahore Marketing Network
05.2022 - 02.2023
Assistant Accountant
HA Cement Traders (Owned)
01.2020 - 03.2022
Assistant Accountant
Madina Cement Distributors
02.2017 - 12.2019
BBA - Accounting And Finance
Sindh Madressa Tul Islam
04.2001 -
Associate of Science - Pre Engineering
Pakistan Shipowners
04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
New Heaven Acadmy
04.2001 -
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