Open To Work
Zahid Hossain Khan
Dhaka
Work Preference
Summary
Business Professional and Professional Accountant with expertise in Finance, Accounts, and Regulatory Affairs. Delivered impactful contributions in the Cotton Recycling industry while leading policy-making initiatives and managing operations for a major recycling firm. Combined technical proficiency and cross-functional experience to drive organizational success across diverse sectors, including Energy, Pharmaceuticals, and NGOs.
Overview
1
1
Language
44
44
years of post-secondary education
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Director
Aziz Halim Khair Choudhury Chartered Accountants
Dhaka, Bangladesh
01.2025 - Current
- Leveraged professional networks and industry knowledge to strengthen client relationships.
- Spearheaded innovative approaches to resource allocation and strategic planning.
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
- Launched quality assurance practices for each phase of development
Director- Corporate Affairs and Head of Executives
RBD Fibers Ltd.
Rupganj, Narayanganj
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
- Launched staff engagement, gender diversity and cultural programs in addition to robust reporting tool that increased operational quality.
- Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
- Spearheaded innovative approaches to resource allocation and strategic planning.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Prepared annual data to determine metrics for operational performance.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
- Streamlined and monitored quality programs to alleviate overdue compliance activities.
- Reviewed employee concerns and new opportunities to drive business strategies.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
- Tracked trends and suggested enhancements to both challenge and refine company's product offerings.
- Updated and resolved incidents and managed accessorial charges objectively while maximizing profit.
- Launched quality assurance practices for each phase of development
- Controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with industry standards and government regulations.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Assessed and analyzed departmental budgets to find ways to minimize expenses and optimize profits.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Reduced operational risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.
Controller Finance and Operations
RBD Fibers Ltd.
Rupganj, Narayanganj
10.2021 - 12.2023
- Accurately completed financial statement audits and thoroughly reviewed results.
- Completed journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account management.
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for 20 employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
- Managed outstanding balance amounts by evaluating reports and determining collection statuses.
- Prepared balance sheets, cash flow reports and income statements.
- Created and distributed reports on internal and external finances, audits, and budgets.
- Mitigated risk by implementing internal controls and safeguards for revenues and expenditures.
- Managed budgets, assets, portfolios, accounts payable, and receivable and general financial reporting procedures.
- Prepared and filed tax returns and generated monthly reports in compliance with regulatory and organizational standards.
- Supervised accurate, efficient, and compliant completion of monthly financial reporting packages.
- Worked with both internal and external users to create detailed financial reports.
- Reviewed contracts financially impacting company and counseled executive leaders on impact contracts would have on company operations.
- Supported program managers in providing procedural training on finance and accounting.
- Provided treasury and cash management by overseeing reconciliation of banking activity, credit card processing, and sales tax returns.
- Completed year-end close processes through effective supervision financial functions and regular treasury transactions.
- Maximized year-end tax benefits by efficiently managing cash flows.
Finance Controller
RBD Fibers Ltd.
Rupganj, Narayanganj
05.2021 - 09.2021
- Supervised accurate, efficient, and compliant completion of monthly financial reporting packages.
- Followed up with delinquent accounts to obtain funds and reduce aging balances.
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for 400 employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
Head of Finance and Administration
Teamz Group
Dhaka
10.2018 - 04.2021
Business Administrative Manager
MGK Masters Builders
Melbourne, Australia
04.2015 - 09.2018
Chief Financial Officer
Genusys Group
Dhaka
02.2012 - 03.2015
Chief Accounting Officer
Abdullah Al Baloushi Group
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
08.2008 - 02.2012
Head of Incentive Accounts
Lenny Fashions Ltd.
04.2008 - 10.2008
- Created a performance-based incentive plan to enhance employee motivation.
- Executed daily responsibilities with accuracy and efficiency, supporting overall team objectives.
- Proposed innovative ideas and solutions that improved team outcomes and performance metrics.
- Collaborated effectively with a diverse team to achieve project goals and resolve product-related issues.
Bangladesh Country Accountant
Schlumberger SEACO Inc
Dhaka
05.2005 - 06.2008
Finance Manager
Proshika Computer Systems
11.2001 - 02.2004
Group Finance Manager
Alliance Group
Dhaka
04.2001 - 10.2001
- Established brand reputation in feed industry through quality assurance initiatives.
- Managed budgeting processes to align with corporate financial objectives.
- Streamlined budgeting processes to support corporate financial objectives.
- Facilitated audits with external firms to enhance compliance and transparency.
Articled Student
Rahman Rahman Huq
Dhaka
01.1997 - 03.2001
- Collaborated with KPMG team to enhance membership services delivery
- Assisted in research projects to contribute to informed decision-making
- Worked with peers on group assignments and presentations to improve project outcomes
- Participated in discussions to deepen understanding of industry practices. to enhance understanding of industry practices.
Education
BBA - Accounting
University of Dhaka
Dhaka , Bangladesh 01.1991 - 08.2026
Public Accountant - Public Accountant
Institute of Public Accountants Australia
07.2024 - 06.2025
Certified Management Accountant - Management Accountants
Institute of Certified Management Accountants, Australia
08.2004 - 05.2005
Chartered Accountant Intermediate - Chartered Accountant
Institute of Chartered Accountants of Bangladesh
01.1998 - 12.2001
MBA - Accounting
University of Dhaka
Dhaka, Bangladesh 01.1995 - 12.1997
Skills
- Audit management
- Financial reporting
- Management reporting
- Problem-solving
- Financial analysis
- Budget management
- Budget forecasting
- Risk assessment
- Risk management
- Regulatory compliance
- Audit and advisory services
- Tax planning
- Business analysis
- Resource allocation
- Business strategy
- Change management
- Strategic initiatives
- Crisis management
- Project management
- Project coordination
- Operations management
- Supply chain management
- Contract management
- Stakeholder engagement
- Investor relations
- Corporate affairs
- Company secretarial services
- Corporate messaging
- Vendor management
- Business development
- Coaching and mentoring
- Team leadership
- Team management
- Team building
- Staff management
- Task delegation
- Performance management
- Performance evaluation
- Effective communication
- Conflict resolution
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Analytical thinking
- Problem-solving
- Resource allocation
- Time management
- Multitasking and organization
- Creativity and innovation
- Innovation management
- Sustainability
- Corporate social responsibility
- Government relations
- Leadership development
- Crisis management
- Performance management
- Project coordination
- Business strategy
- Company guidelines
- Budget management
Additional Information
Most recently, Mr. Khan served as Head of Executives and Director of Corporate Affairs in world largest recycle plant in Bangladesh. He has formed the company during the Covid period and started trial and commercial operation within 6 months by installing machinery and completion of Construction of factory premises. He has worked experience in policy matters of recycle industry. He has raised the VAT waived issue on purchase of raw materials and sales recycling cotton fiber, import of post-consumer waste and HSCODE issues. Recently in 2024-25, VAT is waived on purchase of raw materials i.e. clips.
Languages
English
First Language
Timeline
Director
Aziz Halim Khair Choudhury Chartered Accountants
01.2025 - Current
Public Accountant - Public Accountant
Institute of Public Accountants Australia
07.2024 - 06.2025
Director- Corporate Affairs and Head of Executives
RBD Fibers Ltd.
01.2024 - 12.2024
Controller Finance and Operations
RBD Fibers Ltd.
10.2021 - 12.2023
Finance Controller
RBD Fibers Ltd.
05.2021 - 09.2021
Head of Finance and Administration
Teamz Group
10.2018 - 04.2021
Business Administrative Manager
MGK Masters Builders
04.2015 - 09.2018
Chief Financial Officer
Genusys Group
02.2012 - 03.2015
Chief Accounting Officer
Abdullah Al Baloushi Group
08.2008 - 02.2012
Head of Incentive Accounts
Lenny Fashions Ltd.
04.2008 - 10.2008
Bangladesh Country Accountant
Schlumberger SEACO Inc
05.2005 - 06.2008
Certified Management Accountant - Management Accountants
Institute of Certified Management Accountants, Australia
08.2004 - 05.2005
Finance Manager
Proshika Computer Systems
11.2001 - 02.2004
Group Finance Manager
Alliance Group
04.2001 - 10.2001
Chartered Accountant Intermediate - Chartered Accountant
Institute of Chartered Accountants of Bangladesh
01.1998 - 12.2001
Articled Student
Rahman Rahman Huq
01.1997 - 03.2001
MBA - Accounting
University of Dhaka
01.1995 - 12.1997
BBA - Accounting
University of Dhaka
01.1991 - 08.2026