Faisal Khan

Accomplished finance leader with 20+ years of experience in financial management, costing, budgeting, internal audit, and ERP implementation across leading textile and manufacturing organizations. Proven track record of streamlining financial operations, strengthening internal controls, and driving cost efficiency. Skilled in leading cross-functional teams, implementing SAP and Oracle ERP solutions, and providing strategic insights to support executive decision-making.

Recognized for building robust finance functions and aligning financial strategies with business goals.

Senior Manager Finance at Artistic Fabric Mills (Pvt.) Ltd (2024-03 – Present)

• Lead the finance function including policy development, budgeting, and financial controls.
• Provide strategic financial insights to senior leadership to support business growth.
• Ensure compliance with tax laws and international financial reporting standards.
• Oversee preparation of quarterly/annual accounts and cash flow forecasts.
• Played a key role in SAP project implementation, aligning system deliverables with business needs and training finance teams.

Manager Finance & Costing at Metatex Pvt. Ltd (2021-12 – 2024-02)

• Directed finance and costing operations, ensuring compliance with legal, tax, and reporting standards.
• Managed daily accounting operations from voucher entry to financial statement finalization.
• Implemented cost control systems and variance analysis, enabling better decision-making.
• Improved accuracy of cost reporting and supported profitability analysis across product lines.

Manager Costing, Inventory & ERP at Artistic Fabric Mills & Garment Industries (Pvt.) Ltd (2016-03 – 2021-11)

• Managed a team of 8 cost accountants, overseeing costing, budgeting, and monthly variance reporting.
• Developed policies for inventory control and streamlined supply chain operations.
• Successfully led Oracle ERP implementation, ensuring smooth transition and staff training.
• Delivered cost reduction initiatives through variance analysis and process improvements.

Multiple Roles (Manager Finance, Asst. Manager Management Accounting, Asst. Manager Internal Audit) at Gul Ahmed Textile Mills Ltd (2010-01 – 2016-02)

• Led financial planning, cash flow management, and reporting for garment division.
• Prepared budgets, KPIs, and long-term financial models to improve planning accuracy.
• Conducted audits, strengthened risk management processes, and improved compliance with accounting standards.

Manager Costing & Budgeting at Soorty Enterprises (Pvt.) Ltd (2008-03 – 2010-02)

• Defined costing policies, prepared budgets, and implemented variance analysis.
• Delivered accurate cost reports supporting pricing and profitability decisions.

Manager Accounts at Artistic Garment Industries (Pvt.) Ltd (2002-10 – 2007-07)

• Supervised accounting and audit functions, coordinated external audits, and prepared financial statements in compliance with IFRS.

Audit Supervisor / Auditor at Rahim Iqbal Rafiq & Co. Chartered Accountants (1998 – 2002)

• Conducted statutory audits and prepared financial reports for various clients.
• Supervised audit teams and provided recommendations to strengthen internal controls.

ICAP (CA Foundation / CA Inter Equivalent) – Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan (1997)

B. Com (1st Division) – Karachi University (1997)

Intermediate (Pre-Engineering) – Karachi Board (1995)

Matriculation (Science Group, A+) – Karachi Board (1992)