Usman ACCA
London,ENG
Summary
ACCA-qualified Audit Assistant Manager with over 9 years of experience in professional services, including Deloitte UK, PwC, and BDO. Experienced in leading complex audit and assurance engagements for multinational groups, private equity-backed businesses, owner-managed entities, and large corporate organizations across a broad range of sectors including pharmaceuticals, healthcare, manufacturing, professional services, technology, retail, real estate, and business services. Possesses strong technical expertise in IFRS, FRS 101/102, UK GAAP, US GAAP, ISA, PCAOB, Companies Act requirements, statutory financial reporting, group audits, acquisition accounting, impairment assessments, lease accounting, and other complex accounting and auditing matters.
A commercially focused leader with extensive experience managing client portfolios, leading engagement teams, and delivering projects from planning through to completion within demanding deadlines. Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients, partners, and senior stakeholders, while providing practical solutions to technical accounting and business issues. Experienced in coaching and developing high-performing teams, reviewing complex workstreams, managing multiple engagements simultaneously, driving process improvements, and ensuring consistently high standards of quality and compliance. Recognized for strong project management, communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills, with a track record of delivering exceptional client service and contributing to the development and success of my teams and the organization I serve.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Assistant Manager - Audit & Assurance
Deloitte
London
2022.11 - Current
- Delivered high-quality audit outcomes through effective leadership of multi-location teams
- Adopted commercial mindset and earned new projects and clients to my employer (increased revenue by 10%)
- Achieved enhanced audit insights by fostering collaboration across various teams and specialist areas.
- Resolved complex and judgemental audit issues, leading to informed conclusions and impactful findings.
- Optimised financial and resource management of audit engagements, driving commercial success (increased profit by 40%)
- Elevated junior staff performance by serving as mentor and role model within the business unit.
- Enhanced team capabilities by identifying developmental needs and providing necessary support.
- Fostered a culture of open communication and clear expectation setting to strengthen team dynamics.
- Promoted insightful conversations and visible challenges during audits, driving continuous improvement.
- Fostered a positive work environment through effective leadership and team-building activities.
- Ensured high-quality financial reports with thorough data analysis.
- Managed detailed audits to ensure regulatory compliance.
- Established clear lines of communication between all levels of staff during auditing projects.
- Led team of auditors for higher productivity.
- Prepared concise audit reports, facilitated informed decision making in the company's management board meetings.
- Finalised audit findings and used them as basis for developing practical recommendations beneficial for the firm's growth.
- Facilitated training sessions to enhance team skills.
- Coordinated with other departments, ensured smooth auditing process.
- Interpreted and analysed data, provided valuable insights into the company's financial health.
- Developed innovative auditing techniques for better results.
- Achieved risk reduction by implementing effective audit strategies.
- Assessed internal controls to improve transparency within the company.
- Contributed to audit planning, testing and review of audit programs to determine appropriateness for company.
- Identified deficiencies and recommended use of revised methodologies to improve audit applications.
- Optimised team structure, aligning responsibilities with performance measures and metrics to establish audit success.
- Manage a portfolio of high profile audit clients
Senior Audit Executive
BDO
London, England
2022.01 - 2022.08
- Conducted comprehensive audits to ensure compliance with financial regulations.
- Led a team of auditors, enhancing overall productivity.
- Ensured timely completion of annual audits, fostering trust amongst stakeholders.
- Served as the primary liaison between the organisation and external auditors to facilitate communication and cooperation.
- Kept up-to-date with latest auditing standards, ensuring best practices were adhered to.
- Designed and implemented an efficient audit plan, reducing time spent on each audit.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams for seamless execution of audits.
- Successfully managed multiple audits concurrently without compromising quality or deadlines.
- Reviewed financial statements for accuracy leading to improved record-keeping practices.
- Generated detailed reports highlighting areas of concern, prompting corrective action by management.
- Ensured strict adherence to regulatory guidelines during all audit procedures.
- Established strong relationships with clients through effective communication about audit findings.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement within the audit department increasing overall team performance.
- Identified deficiencies and recommended use of revised methodologies to improve audit applications.
- Supervised independent audits to monitor growth and productivity.
Senior Associate II
PwC
London, England
2016.06 - 2021.12
- Enhanced team productivity with regular brainstorming sessions for problem-solving.
- Coordinated with other departments for seamless flow of auditing process.
- Performed extensive research on industry regulations, ensuring full compliance during audits.
- Provided recommendations on system improvements, leading to increased efficiency.
- Assisted senior auditors in risk assessments to identify potential areas of concern.
- Produced precise work papers, contributing towards comprehensive audit files.
- Evaluated internal control systems to enhance operational effectiveness.
- Prepared thorough documentation of audit findings for review by management staff.
- Employed data analysis techniques to interpret complex financial information efficiently.
- Participated in annual planning activities, aiding the development of strategic audit plans.
- Studied changes in legislation relating to auditing practices, keeping up-to-date knowledge base.
Education
Masters - Audit, Accounting & Finance (ACCA)
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA Member)
London 2018.01 - 2021.12
Masters - ACA - Pakistan
Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan
Pakistan 2014.09 - 2017.06
Skills
- Internal controls assessment
- External audit facilitation
- Financial analysis and reporting
- Project management skills
- Commercial acumen
- Cost management strategies
- Expert in IFRS, US GAAP, UK GAAP, ISA and PCAOB
- Forecasting skills
- Relationship management with clients
- Leadership and team mentoring
- Training for team development
- Business strategy formulation
- Process optimization techniques
Certification
Presentation, communication & interpersonal skills certificate from Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan (ICAP)
Certificate in accounting & finance (ICAP)
Technical audit trainings for Continuing Professional Development
Timeline
Assistant Manager - Audit & Assurance
Deloitte
2022.11 - Current
Senior Audit Executive
BDO
2022.01 - 2022.08
Masters - Audit, Accounting & Finance (ACCA)
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA Member)
2018.01 - 2021.12
Senior Associate II
PwC
2016.06 - 2021.12
Masters - ACA - Pakistan
Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan
2014.09 - 2017.06