Detail-oriented Finance and Audit Professional with expertise in external auditing, forensic investigations, and risk consultancy across diverse sectors. Proficient in financial reporting (IFRS/IAS), forensic procurement reviews, fixed-asset audits, agent banking compliance, and internal control design. Pursuing ICAEW qualification to enhance technical skills and deliver regulatory compliance and effective audit leadership.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Associate, Audit & Risk Consultancy
KPMG Bangladesh
01.2024 - Current
Conducted agent banking compliance reviews under Bangladesh Bank's Prudential Guidelines (2017) and AML/CFT 2023, assessing onboarding processes, KYC, and beneficial ownership risks.
Reviewed fixed asset registers (FARs) for banks and corporate, ensuring compliance with BRPD Circular 14, IAS 16 (Property, Plant & Equipment), and IFRS 16 (Leases).
Assessed intangible asset capitalization (IAS 38), provident fund and bonus accruals (IAS 19), and lease accounting under IFRS 16.
Prepared financial statement mapping from trial balance to FS heads, aligning with IFRS disclosure requirements.
Conducted risk assessments and internal control testing, enhancing financial reporting reliability.
Led procurement and vendor due diligence reviews for multiple banks (AIBP, NRBC), identifying vendor conflicts of interest, bid manipulation, and split payments, facilitating corrective actions.
Performed inventory valuation and cost allocation for group entities (Pulse Tech Ltd., MedBox Solutions, ETACOL Bangladesh Ltd.).
Supported fraud investigation interviews and developed risk matrices highlighting operational, financial, and reputational impacts, aiding in strategic decision-making.
Designed Power BI / Power Query dashboards for audit analytics and reporting.
Awarded Best Performer (July-Dec 2024) at KPMG.
Intern - Bookkeeping & Management
King of Chittagong, Bangladesh
07.2020 - 01.2021
Maintained accurate expense and petty cash records to support financial tracking.
Assisted in managing project costs and coordinating resources to ensure budget adherence.
Deloitte Audit Business Challenge - Participant (2022)
EY Young Tax Professional Challenge - Participant (2022)
Finalist - Young Investors Challenge, Bursa Malaysia (2022)
High Achievers Scholarship - University of Nottingham (2020-21)
Duke of Edinburgh Gold, Silver & Bronze Awards (2016-2019)
References
Mehraz Mahmood, FCCA, CPA, CGA, Group CFO, A K Khan Group, +880 1713174050
Leadership Roles
President, Nottingham Cricket Club, 2022-2023, Organized Malaysia's largest inter-university cricket tournament in a decade, securing sponsorships and partnerships.
Sports Officer, University of Nottingham Bangladesh Society, 2021-2022, Coordinated sports activities and collaborations with university clubs.
Audit Manager - External Audit & Assurance Service at Talal Abu Ghazaleh International (TAGI)Audit Manager - External Audit & Assurance Service at Talal Abu Ghazaleh International (TAGI)