Faran Shaukat, CPA
Riyadh,Riyadh
Summary
Results-driven Senior Accountant with experience in large-scale infrastructure projects, specializing in Accounts Payable, SAP (FI), financial closing, and reconciliations. Proven ability to manage end-to-end financial operations, vendor payments, and audit support in compliance with IFRS. Skilled in ERP systems, advanced Excel, and financial controls, with a strong track record of accuracy, efficiency, and meeting deadlines in high-volume environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Accountant
Webuild S.p.A.
Riyadh
01.2025 - Current
- Manage the end-to-end Accounts Payable (AP) cycle, including invoice verification, GRN matching, and accurate posting in SAP (MIRO, FB60).
- Process and monitor vendor payments, bank transfers, and payment batches, ensuring timely release in coordination with treasury and branch teams.
- Perform monthly and period-end closing activities, including journal entries, accruals, and adjustments, in compliance with IFRS.
- Conduct detailed bank reconciliations, vendor reconciliations, and general ledger (GL) reviews to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Handle payment posting and clearing in SAP, ensuring proper allocation, and reconciliation of all transactions.
- Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules, reconciliations, and required financial documentation.
- Coordinate with procurement and operations teams to validate LPOs, GRNs, and invoice documentation prior to processing.
- Maintain strong internal controls over financial transactions within a large-scale infrastructure project environment.
- Monitor and track outstanding payables and ageing reports, ensuring proper follow-ups and resolution.
- Assist in improving financial processes and workflow efficiency within SAP, and accounting operations.
Financial Analyst
CrewsLink
, Remote
07.2023 - 01.2025
- Managed accounts receivable/payable and payroll with accuracy and compliance.
- Conducted financial data analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Delivered insights to improve profitability and operational efficiency.
- Prepared financial forecasts and collaborated with teams to streamline processes.
AM Quality Assurance (Internal Audit)
Activekey Solutions
Lahore, Pakistan
04.2019 - 07.2023
- Ensured HIPAA-compliant operations through detailed auditing.
- Managed pharmacy bookkeeping and resolved discrepancies effectively.
- Conducted training to maintain high accuracy and compliance standards.
AM Costing and Internal Auditor
Elan Facon
Lahore, Pakistan
03.2016 - 04.2019
- Analyzed business costs for materials, labor, and inventory.
- Developed cost reports to highlight factors affecting profitability.
- Conducted internal audits and implemented risk-aversion measures.
Junior Assurance Trainee
JAVAID JALAL AMJAD & COMPANY (CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS)
Lahore, Pakistan
11.2014 - 03.2016
- Gained hands-on experience in internal/external audits and performed tax filings.
Education
CPA - Accounting and Finance
ICPAP
2025
MS - Finance
University of Lahore
Pakistan11.2024
MBA - Finance
National College of Business Administration
Pakistan08.2019
Skills
- Accounts Payable (AP)
- General Ledger (GL) Accounting
- Financial Closing and Reporting
- Bank and vendor reconciliation
- SAP ERP (FI module)
- IFRS compliance
- Accounts Receivable (AR)
- Payment Processing and Treasury Support
- Internal Controls and Audit Support
- Microsoft Excel (Advanced)
- ERP systems (SAP, QuickBooks, Sage 50)
- Financial Data Management
Certification
- Junior Assurance Trainee, JJA CA, 2016
- Oracle Financials, ICMA Pakistan, 2018
- QBO Certified, 2024
LANGUAGES
English
Advanced
C1
Urdu
Proficient
C2
Arabic
Beginner
A1
Timeline
Senior Accountant
Webuild S.p.A.
01.2025 - Current
Financial Analyst
CrewsLink
07.2023 - 01.2025
AM Quality Assurance (Internal Audit)
Activekey Solutions
04.2019 - 07.2023
AM Costing and Internal Auditor
Elan Facon
03.2016 - 04.2019
Junior Assurance Trainee
JAVAID JALAL AMJAD & COMPANY (CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS)
11.2014 - 03.2016
CPA - Accounting and Finance
ICPAP
MS - Finance
University of Lahore
MBA - Finance
National College of Business Administration