Samqu Sam

Finance Professional with 8+ years of experience across corporate accounting, customs clearing operations, and the FMCG sector. Skilled in finalizing accounts (Balance Sheets, P&L, Income Statements), managing bank reconciliations, and ensuring sales tax compliance. Brings a rare cross-functional edge — leading supply chain logistics, vendor procurement, and payroll coordination alongside core finance duties.

Proficient in Oracle, ERP systems, QuickBooks, and Advanced Excel, with a track record of improving financial accuracy and process efficiency.

Account Executive (Multi-Functional Operations) - Osram International (FMCG) - Karachi, Pakistan

(2023-06)

• Prepare and finalize monthly and annual financial statements, including Balance Sheets, Income Statements, and P&L reports.
• Manage monthly corporate sales tax filing and maintain H1 stock records for audit readiness.
• Oversee end-to-end inventory management; coordinate with suppliers to streamline procurement and maintain uninterrupted supply chain operations.
• Act as central liaison between marketing and sales teams, resolving issues related to supply and distribution of goods.
• Administer marketing payroll by evaluating staff performance, execution metrics, sales volumes, and attendance.
• Able to consult regarding ERP according to bussiness operations.
• Successfully managed and processed corporate visa applications, ensuring 100% accuracy in documentation, form filling, and compliance with embassy guideline.
• Foreign Currency & FX Management: Efficiently managed foreign currency trades and monitored exchange rate fluctuations to minimize foreign exchange risks during international transactions.
• Accounts Payable & Receivable (AP/AR): Supervised end-to-end payable and receivable cycles, ensuring timely collections from international clients and accurate disbursement to foreign vendors.
• Multi-Currency Reconciliation: Maintained and reconciled ledger accounts involving multiple foreign currencies, ensuring precise conversion rates and proper entry of foreign exchange gains or losses.
• International Trade Compliance: Coordinated cross-border financial transactions while ensuring strict compliance with local banking regulations and foreign trade policies.
• Product Costing & Valuation: Developed and implemented comprehensive product costing models, accurately calculating direct materials, labor, and manufacturing overheads (MOH) to determine exact production costs.
• Cost Analysis & Optimization: Conducted detailed cost variance analysis to identify areas of waste, leakage, or excessive spending, helping management optimize production expenses and improve profit margins.
• Pricing Strategy Support: Collaborated with the management team to provide accurate cost sheets and financial insights, enabling strategic product pricing and profitability forecasting.
• Inventory Costing: Managed inventory valuation methods (such as FIFO or Weighted Average) to ensure precise financial reporting of closing stock and Cost of Goods Sold (COGS).

Senior Accountant - Unitex (Customs Clearing Firm) - Karachi, Pakistan

(2018-02 - 2023-05)

• Created, reviewed, and updated general ledgers with accuracy.
• Developed full-scale final accounts, including income statements, profit and loss reports, and balance sheets.
• Conducted bank reconciliations and managed petty cash disbursements, maintaining zero discrepancies.
• Managed core financial activities of the firm in line with customs clearing industry regulations.
• Managed import documentation and coordinated shipment processes.
• Maintained accounts records, invoices, and financial transactions.
• Prepared purchase and sales records.
• Coordinated with suppliers and freight/logistics partners.
• Maintained inventory and payment records.
• Ensured accurate record-keeping and timely documentation.

Bachelor of Commerce - B.Com - University of Karachi (2022)

INTERMEDIATE - GOVT ISLAMIA SCIENCE COLLEGE (PRE ENGINEERING) (2018)

MATRIC - APLHA SECONDARY SCHOOL (2013)