Ayesha Kanwal
Ashton Under Lyne,Manchester
Summary
Results-driven finance professional with experience in financial management, budgeting, financial reporting, and operational oversight. Skilled in managing donor-funded projects, cash flow, compliance, audit coordination, and financial controls. Experienced in leading teams, improving financial processes, and supporting strategic decision-making. Currently pursuing the CIMA Strategic Level qualification, with strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
Overview
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of post-secondary education
18
18
years of professional experience
Work history
Operations & Finance coordinator
Vape area Ltd (Ecommerce Platform
Manchester, Lancashire
2024.04 - 2025.06
- Process supplier invoices and customer refunds.
- Reconcile sales transactions from platforms such as Shopify, Amazon, eBay, or Etsy.
- Monitor cash flow and track business expenses.
- Assist with monthly bookkeeping and financial reporting.
- Support budget planning and cost control initiatives.
- Reconcile payment gateways such as PayPal and Stripe.
- Maintain accurate financial records and documentation.
- Monitor and manage online orders approx 800 to 1000 daily from placement to delivery.
- Coordinate with warehouses, suppliers, and courier services.
- Track inventory levels and assist with stock replenishment.
- Resolve customer order issues, returns, and delivery queries.
- Maintain product data, pricing, and inventory records across e-commerce platforms.
- Support process improvements to increase operational efficiency.
- Prepare operational reports on sales, stock levels, and fulfilment performance.
- Reconciled monthly expenses to streamline expenditure tracking.
- Supported external audits through thorough document preparation and coordination.
Head of Accounts & Finance
Vertex Medical(Pvt) Ltd
Lahore, , Pakistan
2021.12 - 2023.09
- Improved cash flow through diligent accounts receivable management.
- Coordinated with external auditors to ensure clean audits for organisation.
- Liaised with stakeholders to provide clear communication on financial matters.
- Enhanced profitability with rigorous cost control measures.
- Provide timely and detailed analysis of budgets, forecasts, and financial trends, and maintain credibility of Finance department.
- Implementation of Oracle system(ERP)
- Guide and supervise all activities pertaining to Finance & Accounting department of organization.
- Implement effective internal controls within organization and ensure compliance with control guidelines.
- Oversaw daily finance operations, ensuring regulatory compliance at all times.
- Ensured integrity of accounting records through regular checks and balances.
- Conducted detailed financial analysis to identify potential areas of improvement.
- Supervised team of accountants, promoting collaborative work environment.
- Established strong relationships with banks and other financial institutions for benefit of business LC/Financing options
- Internal & External Audit
Assistant Finance Manager
Style Textile(Pvt) Ltd
Lahore, Pakistan
2017.04 - 2021.07
- Managed payroll functions, ensuring employees were paid accurately and on time.
- Implementation of ERP system along with customized interface
- Optimised profitability by conducting thorough variance analyses between actuals and budgeted figures.
- ssist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
- Monitor company income, expenses, and cash flow.
- Support budgeting and financial forecasting processes.
- Analyse financial data and identify trends or issues.
- Review accounting records for accuracy.
- Assist with month-end and year-end closing procedures.
- Prepare balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and management reports.
- Oversee invoice processing and supplier payments.
- Monitor customer payments and outstanding balances.
- Manage reconciliations of bank accounts and financial records.nsure compliance with accounting standards and company policies.
- Assist with internal and external audits.
Finance lead
New Vision Consultants
lahore, pakistan
2014.06 - 2017.09
- Oversees day-to-day finance operations.
- Manages budgeting and forecasting.
- Reviews financial reports and performance.
- Monitors cash flow and profitability.
- Manages accounts payable and receivable.
- Ensures compliance with financial policies and regulations.
- Supports business strategy with financial analysis.
- Leads or supervises finance team members.
Finance lead
Gender Development Foundation
Lahore, Pakistan
2010.01 - 2013.12
- Managed financial operations for donor-funded and NGO-funded projects.
- Prepared project budgets, forecasts, and financial reports.
- Monitored project expenditure to ensure compliance with donor requirements.
- Managed grant funds and tracked budget utilisation.
- Processed payments, invoices, and expense claims.
- Performed bank reconciliations and maintained accurate financial records.
- Prepared financial reports for donors, management, and auditors.
- Supported internal and external audits.
Branch manager
KASHF Microfinance Instituition
Lahore, Pakistan
2007.06 - 2008.11
- Managed overall branch operations and ensured achievement of business targets.
- Supervised and supported loan officers and branch staff.
- Monitored loan disbursements, collections, and portfolio quality.
- Ensured compliance with company policies, regulations, and lending procedures.
- Reviewed and approved loan applications within authorised limits.
- Maintained strong relationships with clients and community stakeholders.
- Monitored branch profitability, budgets, and operational expenses.
- Conducted risk assessments and managed overdue loan recovery activities.
- Prepared branch performance reports and submitted them to senior management.
- Provided staff training, coaching, and performance evaluations.
- Ensured high standards of customer service and client satisfaction.
- Identified opportunities for business growth and client acquisition.
Education
Professional Qualification - Management Accounting
Chartered Institute of management Accountant
UK 2025.01 -
Master of Business Administration - Business & Marketing
Bangor University
Bangor 2023.09 - 2024.10
Bachelor of Business Administration - IT/Finance
Iqra University
PAkistan 2003.01 - 2005.12
Professional Qualification - Accounting & Finance
Institute of Certified Public Accountant
Pakistan 2017.05 - 2018.12
Bachelor of Science - Computers
The National College
Pakistan 2001.02 - 2003.11
Skills
- ERP systems integration
- Xero Software
- Team Leadership & Staff Development
- Financial Reporting & Analysis
- Audit & Compliance
- Bank Reconciliations & Financial Controls
- KPI Reporting & Business Performance Analysis
- Strong Communication & Problem-Solving Skills
- MS excel expertise
Certification
Achievements/Memberships
• Membership of CPA-(Institute of Certified Public Accountant
• Membership of IFA(Institute of Financial Accountants)
• Membership of IPA(Institute of Public Accountants)
Trainings
Shore International Bank
3 days training covering following areas
Lending Methodologies
• Risk Management
• Credit Management
• Customer Relationship Management, Reporting
Arrears Management, Quality Building
Timeline
Professional Qualification - Management Accounting
Chartered Institute of management Accountant
2025.01 -
Operations & Finance coordinator
Vape area Ltd (Ecommerce Platform
2024.04 - 2025.06
Master of Business Administration - Business & Marketing
Bangor University
2023.09 - 2024.10
Head of Accounts & Finance
Vertex Medical(Pvt) Ltd
2021.12 - 2023.09
Professional Qualification - Accounting & Finance
Institute of Certified Public Accountant
2017.05 - 2018.12
Assistant Finance Manager
Style Textile(Pvt) Ltd
2017.04 - 2021.07
Finance lead
New Vision Consultants
2014.06 - 2017.09
Finance lead
Gender Development Foundation
2010.01 - 2013.12
Branch manager
KASHF Microfinance Instituition
2007.06 - 2008.11
Bachelor of Business Administration - IT/Finance
Iqra University
2003.01 - 2005.12
Bachelor of Science - Computers
The National College
2001.02 - 2003.11