Naveed Abdullah, ACA
Dudley,UK
Summary
Audit manager with over 12 years of experience in leading financial operations and compliance audits across various industries. Successfully managed audit teams to deliver high-quality services that enhance client business operations. Expertise in accounting principles, risk management, and internal controls, with a strong ability to analyze complex financial data and provide strategic recommendations. Committed to professional development and leveraging technology to improve audit efficiency and accuracy.
Overview
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Certification
15
15
years of professional experience
Work history
Audit manager
EY UK LLP
Birmingham
2019.07 - 2026.07
- Managed audits of complex international groups, coordinating cross-border teams and component auditors.
- Delivered audit and financial reporting engagements across multiple jurisdictions with varied regulatory environments.
- Led delivery of financial reporting engagements for large and mid-market clients, supporting IFRS and UK GAAP compliance.
- Reviewed and challenged consolidated financial statements, identifying risks and ensuring accurate regulatory compliance.
- Strengthened internal control frameworks to improve governance and reliability of financial reporting outputs.
- Streamlined audit processes, improved operational efficiency.
- Communicated audit findings effectively, promoted understanding amongst stakeholders.
- Executed risk-based audits which resulted in increased business performance visibility.
- Managed cross-border group audits while working with multinational finance teams.
- Collaborated with CFOs and finance teams to resolve complex accounting issues and improve reporting quality.
- Assessed internal controls to improve transparency within the company.
- Established clear lines of communication between all levels of staff during auditing projects.
- Facilitated training sessions to enhance team skills.
- Oversaw complex audits to maintain fiscal integrity of organisation.
- Reviewed accounting systems and procedures for improvements in efficiency.
- Provided technical accounting support for major transactions, including acquisitions and business combinations.
- Reviewed valuation reports and challenged assumptions used by management and external experts.
- Advised senior stakeholders on accounting treatments, highlighting financial reporting implications.
- Managed and developed teams of up to 10 staff, driving performance and delivery quality.
- Built group reporting consolidation capability and technical accounting depth across industries.
Senior Auditor
EY Bahrain
Manama, Bahrain
2017.10 - 2019.05
- Audited financial statements, identifying discrepancies and ensuring accuracy.
- Executed detailed audit procedures, ensuring accuracy of transactions, documents, and records.
- Reviewed complex financial data, identifying irregularities and non-compliance issues for timely resolution.
- Collaborated with finance team to uphold accurate reporting practices and compliance.
- Identified potential areas of concern, implementing corrective actions promptly.
- Led a team of junior auditors for improved efficiency in audits.
- Achieved efficient audit processes by developing comprehensive auditing strategies.
- Analysed budgets and financial projections for accurate reporting of the company performance.
Programme Accountant
DAI
Islamabad, Pakistan
2015.07 - 2017.10
- Supported donor programme financial management and reporting, ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Produced financial reports and analysis for senior management decision support.
- Evaluated financial controls and processes, identified risks, and recommended improvements to enhance compliance.
- Advised management on financial details impacting business operations, inventory levels, and budget allocations.
- Handled complex account reconciliations; ensured consistency in records.
- Prepared monthly and yearly balance sheets, ensuring accuracy.
- Performed thorough expenditure tracking, preventing overspending.
- Led tax compliance initiatives to ensure regulatory alignment.
- Efficiently managed payroll processing tasks, avoiding errors.
Audit Associate to Senior Auditor
EY Pakistan
Islamabad, Pakistan
2012.01 - 2015.07
- Utilised advanced auditing software to expedite the auditing process.
- Identified potential risks, mitigated future financial discrepancies.
- Collaborated with team members for successful completion of large-scale audits.
- Facilitated client meetings to discuss audit findings and recommendations.
- Enhanced understanding of client businesses by conducting in-depth research before each audit.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through open, honest communication.
- Worked under strict deadlines, delivered accurate results consistently.
- Engaged in continuous learning opportunities, stayed abreast of current auditing practices.
- Managed multiple projects concurrently whilst maintaining high attention to detail.
Senior Associate (Secondment)
EY UAE
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
2015.02 - 2015.04
- Achieved efficient audit processes by developing comprehensive auditing strategies.
- Ensured compliance with financial regulations by conducting detailed reviews.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of relevant laws and regulations to ensure compliance during audits.
- Reviewed complex financial data to identify irregularities or non-compliance issues.
- Audited financial statements, identifying discrepancies and ensuring accuracy.
- Identified potential areas of concern, implementing corrective actions promptly.
- Managed multiple client portfolios, maintaining high levels of service throughout each audit cycle.
- Led a team of junior auditors for improved efficiency in audits.
- Implemented auditing best practices for coherent financial management across the firm.
Education
Bachelor in Commerce - Accounting and Finance
Punjab University
PakistanSkills
- Financial Reporting (IFRS, UK GAAP – FRS 101/102)
- Group Consolidations & Multi-Entity Structures
- Technical accounting standards
- Audit methodology
- External auditing exposure
- Financial Controls & Risk Assessment
- Data Analytics & Audit Technology Tools
- Process optimisation
- Stakeholder engagement
- Team Leadership & Coaching
- Audit liaison
Certification
ACA from Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan 2017
KEY AUDITS
- EY UK LLP
- Britvic Plc (FTSE-listed) – Consumer products
- PE Ray Holding (Sunrise Medical) – Life sciences
- Antalis Limited – Consumer products
- AT&T - Telecommunication
- ZF Entities - Automobile
- GBG Group Plc – IT
- EY Bahrain/Pakistan/UAE
- Lafarge Pakistan Cement – Manufacturing
- Falcon Cement B.S.C. – Manufacturing
- BMMI B.S.C – Trading
- Emaar Community Management LLC – Services
- Frontier Works Organization - construction
Key achievements
- Successfully led teams of up to 15 auditors in high-profile, multinational audit projects with timely delivery, including leading the team on capital market transactions such as debt and rights issues, earning recognition from the client and senior management for exceptional performance and dedication to excellence
- Top quality performer in client relationship and audit quality
- Based on quality and technical skills, I was awarded with Shukran Star (multiple times)
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- UK Citizen (no sponsorship required)
- Extensive international experience across 4 countries
Timeline
Audit manager
EY UK LLP
2019.07 - 2026.07
Senior Auditor
EY Bahrain
2017.10 - 2019.05
Programme Accountant
DAI
2015.07 - 2017.10
Senior Associate (Secondment)
EY UAE
2015.02 - 2015.04
Audit Associate to Senior Auditor
EY Pakistan
2012.01 - 2015.07
Bachelor in Commerce - Accounting and Finance
Punjab University