1. Dear Sir/Madam,
Thisletteristo introduce myself foranavailable positioninyourorganization.Mydiversifiedandin-depthprofessionalwork
experience coupledwitharecordof outstandingperformance atbothprofessional andacademiclevel hasenabledme to
presentmyself asapotential candidate forasuitable position.
I am an ACCA memberpossessingextensiveknowledge of International Financial ReportingStandardsandInternational
Standardsof Auditing.Myprofessional qualificationshave enabledme todevelopmyself intoa well versedinternalauditor
whois very detail orientedandcanguarantee deadlines,hasato do approachand isexcellentatproblemsolving.
In additiontomyprofessional qualification,Ipossessanextensive anddynamicworkexperiencespanningover8years
including4yearsin Ernst & youngglobal inPakistan.Currently,Iamworkingasa group auditorinAL Tayer Group where I
am responsibleforcarryingoutoperational andfinancial auditsforgroupcompanies.Myadvisoryexperience providedme
the opportunitytodevelopstrongoverall analytical skillsanddetailedunderstandingof the functioninganddesigningof
adequate systemof internal controls.Henceforth,myafore mentionedexperienceshave beenhighlyrewardingformy
professionalgrowthastheyhave significantlyhelpedme toimprove mymanagementskillsandfurtherpolishmyexpertise
as auditprofessional.
I believethatmydiverse andversatileeducational/professionalbackgroundtogetherwithmydynamicpersonalityandskill
set(hard work,abilitytothrive underpressure,challengelovingattitude,andcreative thinking)canassistindeveloping
strategiesandsystemsthataddeverincreasingvalue toyourorganization.Ihave enclosedacopyof myresume foryour
perusal whichfurtheroutlinesmyexperience.
I lookforward to hearingfromyouand furtherdiscussingthe availableopportunityinyourreputableorganization.
Regards,
FaizanAhmed
Encls:Resume
2. FAIZAN AHMED, ACCA
Countryof Residence UAE
MobilePhone + 971-052-8054395
Email faizanahmed_6@hotmail.com
A hard working committed person with strong analytical and communication skills. Ability to prioritize goals and focus effortsfor
their successful achievement, both as a team member and team leader
E X P E R I E N C E A N D E D U C A T I O N S U M M A R Y
Over 8 yearsof extensiveexperiencein Internal Audit,Risk Advisory,Internal Control and Compliancein different roles in Al Tayer
Group and previously in E&Y (Big 4).
Hold bachelor’sdegree alongside Associated Chartered certified accountant (ACCA, UK). Currently perusing Certified Internal
Auditor qualification.
P R O F E S S I O N A L E X P E R I E N C E D E T A I L S
Al Tayer Group LLC,Dubai, United Arab Emirates May 2014 –TO DATE
In my current position as Group Auditor in the Audit and Risk department, my responsibilities include:
Carrying out risk assessment at process level for audit scoping
Preparation of risk and control matrix and identification of process gaps
Preparation of audit program for controls identified
Preparation of sample strategy for control testing
Performing test of controls
Drafting audit report and financial highlights for discussion with management
Preparation of executive summary for audit committee
Control activities.
I have audited following support functions and industries:
Retail Stores ( Fashion, Beauty, hospitality & Lifestyle)
Distribution (Al Tayer Tejaria)
Automotive ( Al Tayer Motor)
Construction and engineering (Aati Contracts)
Support function (Finance, Marketing, HR, Loss prevention & Planning and Buying)
MCB ARIF HABIB SAVINGS&INVESTMENTS LIMITED March 2012 - April2014
I was working as a Cluster Head of a portfolio of 6 Collective Investment schemes. My key responsibilities include:
Reviewof monthly/ quarterly andannualfinancial statementsof thefundsto ensurethatthesamearebeingpreparedon timelybasis
includingreviewof bank& portfolioreconciliationsand otherrelated schedules.Coordination with internal and external auditors of
the funds andensuringcompletion of half yearlyandannual reviewandauditreport,respectively; Coordination with the Settlement
/TradingDepartment,Trusteeandrespectivebanksto ensure smooth execution and settlement of money market deals and fund
transfers.
ERNST &YOUNGGlobal Limited. April2008 –Jan 2012
I haveworked asa Senior in the Advisory division of Ernst & Young Ford Rhodes Sidat Hyder. My key responsibilities include:
Engagement planning based onthe understanding ofthe client’s business processes andassessment of business risks, supervisionof
the engagement, review and finalization, including close liaison with client's management;
Evaluating riskmanagement procedures andinternal control systems, identifying weaknesses thereinandmakingrecommendations
to management;
Liaising with, anddeveloping goodworking relationships withthe client to deliver engagement expectations Decision -making for
resolution of critical reportable matters
On-the-job training and professional development of staff.
I had theopportunity of beinginvolved in varied engagementsof mediumto largesizefinancial institutionsenrichingmy expertiseand
understandingof key businessprocessestogether with strengtheningtheaptitudeto swiftlyadaptto variousroles.Abrief description
of my experience is as follows:
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3. INTERNAL AUDIT ENHANCEMENT
SONERI BANK LIMITED*
Theassignmentinvolved updation of internal Audit manual, development of risk based
internal auditplanforbranchand divisionauditsanddevelopmentof audit work programs
for Internal Audit department.
My areasof responsibility included Understandingtheinternalauditfocus,reviewinginternal
policiesof thebank andrelevantregulations,performingriskassessmentand identifying key
areasto beincluded in annual internal auditplan,developinginternal audit plan, preparing
auditwork programsto test(operational,financial,reportingandcompliance) controls and
preparing presentations for training of internal audit staff of the bank.
* Involved asa TeamLeader andwasresponsible for the overall supervision, review and
finalization of the engagement.
Finance and Accounting policies and procedures Manual
ADAMJEE INSURANCE
COMPANY LIMITED
SHIRAZI INVESTMENTS
PRIVATE LIMITED
The assignment involved the review of existing Finance and Accounting policies and
procedures,assessingtheadequacy and effectivenessof internalcontrolsand documenting
effective Finance and Accounting policies and procedures.
My areasof responsibility included thereviewof existing Finance and Accounting policies
and procedures,documentingkey accounting,operationalpolicies,organizingworkshopsfor
the documentationof accountingand finance procedures in the form of process flows in
consultationwiththerelevantpersonnel,Identification of key operational, financial and
compliance risks and recommending controls.
* Involved asa TeamLeader andwasresponsible for the overall supervision, review and
finalization of the engagement
FRAUD INVESTIGATION DISPUTE SERVICES
ANTI MONEY LAUNDERING –
TRANSACTION LOOK- BACK
ASSIGNMENT
I was partof an Anti-Money Laundering –TransactionLook-Back assignment on one of the
largest banks in Pakistan. My responsibilities included:
Analysis of transactions and identification of suspicious transactions / persons.
Tracingentitiesorperson involved in money laundering or other negative activities and
reporting to the bank’s overseas branch for filing of Suspicious Activity Reports.
Tools used fortheassignmentwerespecialized innature(CaseManagement Software) and
provided specific information for the purpose of analysis of transactions.
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COSO Framework Implementation
NIB BANK LIMITED
SILKBANK LIMITED
SAMBA BANK LIMITED
Theassignmentinvolvedtheimplementation of COSO framework as per internal control
guidelinesissuedby TheStateBank of Pakistan (SBP).I wasinvolved in the Capital Market,
Consumer Credit and General Banking Processes.
My responsibilitiesincluded identificationof key operational,financial and compliance risks
and controls,mappingof identifiedrisksandcontrolswith financial statement assertions,
documentation of theprocessflowsand preparation of Risk Assessment Control Matrix,
organizingand conductingworkshopswith process owners for discussion of the process
flows and the Risk Assessment Control Matrix, preparation and finalization of GAP
Recommendation report.
Internal Audits
Alfalah GHP Investment
Management Limited
HBL Asset Management
Limited
AKD Investment Management
Limited
PICIC Insurance Limited
New Jubilee Life Insurance
Company Limited
I have been involved in internal audits of various asset management and insurance
companies.Theinternal auditswerecarried outinaccordancewith theErnst& YoungGlobal
Internal Audit methodology. As a team leader, I have been involved in the engagement
planningbased on theunderstandingof theclient’sbusiness processes and assessment of
businessand auditrisks,supervision of theengagement,reviewand finalization, including
close liaison with client's management.
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P R O F E S S I O N A L A N D A C A D E M I C Q U A L I F I C A T I O N S
Education Affiliate Institution Results
Associated Chartered Certified Accountant(ACCA) Association ofChartered Certified Accountants,UK Qualified- Member
Certified InternalAuditor The Institute ofInternalAuditors,USA In Process
Bachelor ofCommerce UniversityofSindh Secured 1st
Division
I T S K I L L
S
C O N T I N U I N G P R O F E SS I O N A L E D UC A T I O N
ProficientinMicrosoftWord,Excel,PowerPointand Visio
User-level knowledgeof SAP,OracleFinancials,JD Edwards-
User-level knowledgeof BWisewhich isa Governance,Riskand
Compliancesystemwhich supportsInternal Audit,ControlsTesting
by management and RiskManagement.
Attended following in-houseworkshopsconducted by E&Yon
following:
International accountingand auditingstandards
COSO Framework
Risk based internal auditing
EY auditmethodology
Attended variousseminarsand workshops arranged by ACCA
Global.
P E R S O N A L
Age : 28 years
Gender : Male
Nationality : Pakistani Languages : English and Urdu
Marital status : Married
Availability : One month notice
DrivingLicense : UAE