Haris Khalid

Accounting professional with over 12 years of comprehensive experience in finance, accounting, and Taxation. Proven record of accomplishment of delivering accurate financial reporting, ensuring regulatory Compliance and supporting strategic decision-making. Recognized for strong analytical skills, attention to Detail and the ability to add measurable value to organizations through efficient financial management.

I hold a valid UAE self-sponsored employment visa (valid until 31 December 2027) along with a UAE driving license, and I am available to join immediately.

Senior Accountant - Esteem Advisory LLC - Dubai, UAE

(2023-10 - 2025-12)

Audit, Accounting & Tax Firm

• Manage end-to-end accounting for clients across import & export, marketing, trading, real estate, and Manufacturing sectors, including bookkeeping, bank reconciliations, month-end closings, and tax Return preparation and filing using QuickBooks, Zoho, and Tally Prime.
• Prepare and present financial statements (balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow) on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis, providing actionable insights into clients' financial performance.
• VAT & Corporate Tax Registration: Assisting businesses in registering for VAT & Corporate Tax with the Federal Tax Authority (FTA) in the United Arab Emirates.
• De-registration helps businesses with the process of de-registering for VAT if they no longer meet the criteria for registration or if they cease operations.
• Tax Refund Apply: Assisting businesses eligible for VAT refunds in applying for these refunds with the FTA. This typically applies to businesses that have incurred VAT on expenses but are entitled to recover it.
• Group TRN (Tax Registration Number): This involves managing tax registration numbers for groups of companies or related entities, ensuring compliance across all entities within the group.
• Filing VAT & Corporate Tax Return: Managing the preparation and submission of VAT & Corporate returns to the FTA on behalf of businesses, ensuring accuracy and compliance with FTA regulations.
• PRO Services (Visa-related): Applying for a New Visa: Assisting individuals or businesses in applying for various types of visas, such as employment or investor visas.
• Trade License Renewal: Assisting businesses operating within specific free zones in the UAE (such as DMCC, Ajman Media City, and Shams Free Zone) in renewing their trade licenses, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.

Financial Accountant - SHANGHAI TR CO LLC - Sharjah, UAE

(2021-02 - 2023-05)

Automobile Accessories Trading and Manufacturing Company

• I have established a financial accounting framework from the ground up, adhering to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). This framework encompasses creating a system designed to proactively mitigate errors and ensure the accurate and efficient recording of financial transactions.
• Generate monthly payroll for employees, including the computation of gratuity, leave salary, and end-of-service benefits.
• Determine the depreciation for Property, Plant, and Equipment (PPE) assets. Establish provisions and reserves for forthcoming liabilities and debts.
• Authenticate and approve accounts receivables and accounts payables.
• Conduct monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closings, which involve adjusting the trial balance and finalizing temporary accounts.
• Submit quarterly VAT returns and create an Excel tax audit file, including sales, purchases, and eligible expenses.
• Generate reports such as the profit and loss statement, trial balance, balance sheet, cash flow statement, sales, purchase, expense, and inventory movement reports.
• Prepare Management Information System (MIS) reports according to specific requirements or on-demand.
• Handle and oversee purchase orders, sales orders, and quotations.
• Oversee the procurement process for raw materials in the factory.

Cost Accountant - AL RAUF BUILDER AND DEVELOPER - KARACHI, PAKISTAN

(2014-07 - 2020-08)

Engineer, Contractor, Builders & Developers.

• Payroll management: Ensuring accurate and timely processing of employee wages, salaries, deductions, and taxes.
• Cost sheet preparation: Creating detailed breakdowns of costs associated with products or services, including direct and indirect costs.
• Project costing: Analyzing and tracking costs associated with specific projects to ensure profitability and budget adherence.

ACCA - Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (2024)

Master of Commerce (2012 - 2015)

Bachelor of Commerce (2008 - 2010)

Diploma in Business Administration (2005 - 2007)

Computerized accounting (2019)