Owais Umar

A seasoned CA-finalist 3.5 years' experience spanning Manufacturing, FMCG, Textiles, and Real Estate. Proven track record in driving financial excellence, operational efficiency, and aligning strategies with business goals. Recognized for analytical skills, compliance, and industry expertise, poised to drive financial success and strategic growth.

Audit & Assurance Professional - Parker Russell A.J.S Chartered Accountants

(2023-01 - 2026-05)

Possess hands-on experience in statutory and external audits across diverse industries, with a strong grasp of audit methodologies, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance. Adept at planning, executing, and finalizing audits in accordance with applicable standards, while ensuring accuracy and integrity in financial reporting.

• Conducted review of the financial statements and audit working papers, ensuring accuracy and compliance with the audit and accounting standards.
• Collaborated with clients' management teams to collect audit information and recommend accounting and audit improvements.
• Finalized External Audit and other special purpose/agreed upon procedures assignments as a supervisor.
• Identified management control weaknesses and provided value added suggestions for remediation.
• Managed client relationship, including conducting audit meetings, discussing findings and providing recommendations.
• Directly involved with the engagement partner in finalization of various audit and review engagements.
• Managed multiple audit projects simultaneously, ensuring resources are effectively allocated deadlines are consistently met.
• Supervised and trained junior audit staff and student interns in how to effectively review physical and digital data.
• Successfully conducted the Quality Control Review Program by Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan (ICAP) in 2025.
• Successfully conducted the Quality Control Review Program by Parker Russell International in 2024.
• Evaluated and improved internal controls to enhance operational efficiency and minimize risks.
• Implemented internal controls in large sized organizations to reduce risk of fraud to enhance transparency.
• Communicated regularly with the key stakeholders to discuss audit findings and corrective actions.
• Ensured strict compliance with local laws, tax regulations, and corporate governance standards.
• Prepared detailed audit reports, summarized findings and risks and recommendations and collaborated with senior management to implement changes.
• Identified opportunities of business improvements and recommended cost saving measures.
• Performed bookkeeping (ORACLE, Quick books, Oddo) and accounting functions for various clients, ensuring accuracy and timely record-keeping.

CA-FINALIST - Chartered Accountancy - ICAP – Pakistan

BS - Accounting & Finance (2027-03)

F.S.C - Pre Medical - KIPS College

Matriculation - Sciences - BISE Faisalabad