Waleed Durrani

Results-driven Finance and Accounts professional with expertise in accounts receivable, billing, and financial reporting across multiple industries. Skilled in cash flow management, ledger reconciliation, and credit control, with a strong track record of improving collections and revenue accuracy. Proficient in managing client portfolios, resolving billing discrepancies, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations.

Detail-oriented and analytical with strong communication and problem-solving abilities, committed to driving financial efficiency and business performance.

Collection Expert (Accounts Receivable & Billing) - Etisalat E& Enterprise - UAE - Islamabad, Pakistan

(2025-11)

• Manage end-to-end accounts receivable operations, including invoice generation, customer account maintenance, payment monitoring, and timely collections follow-ups.
• Perform reconciliations, credit assessments, and discrepancy resolution while handling billing disputes in coordination with cross-functional teams.
• Prepare receivables reports, aging analysis, and cash flow forecasts, ensuring compliance with internal controls and supporting financial decision-making.
• Oversee billing operations for diverse business segments, ensuring all invoices are accurately generated, validated, and processed using ERP systems (Oracle Software).
• Maintain and update client correspondence across multiple portals, ensuring timely resolution of disputes, payment clarifications, and billing inquiries.
• Conduct detailed aging and collection analysis, proactively addressing overdue accounts while balancing cash flow and revenue targets.
• Collaborate with internal teams to track cost variations, reconcile changes in billing, and provide actionable insights to management for decision-making.
• Ensure adherence to organizational policies, ERP workflows, and regulatory compliance while maintaining audit-ready documentation for all accounts.

Senior Finance & Accounts Executive - Quality Aviation Travel Management - Islamabad, Pakistan

(2019-11 - 2025-11)

• Orchestrate end-to-end financial operations, encompassing accounts receivable management, reconciliations, and transaction processing, ensuring strict adherence to internal controls and financial governance frameworks.
• Spearhead the preparation and presentation of periodic financial reports, including detailed expenditure analyses and performance insights aligned with international accounting standards.
• Administer advanced cash flow management strategies by rigorously monitoring receivables, expediting collections, and mitigating aging debt through structured client engagement.
• Execute comprehensive ledger reconciliations, identifying discrepancies and implementing corrective measures to maintain financial accuracy and integrity.
• Oversee billing cycles, invoice validation, and dispute resolution with precision, fostering robust client relationships and enhancing payment compliance.
• Manage refunds, credit notes, and financial adjustments within integrated financial systems, ensuring complete audit readiness and documentation accuracy.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize financial workflows, streamline reporting mechanisms, and enhance operational efficiency.
• Leverage financial software (Traacs) to maintain transactional transparency and support data-driven decision-making processes.

Accounts Receivable & Billing Officer - Muller & Phipps Express Logistics (FedEx) - Rawalpindi & Islamabad, Pakistan

(2017-03 - 2019-09)

• Directed comprehensive accounts receivable functions, ensuring accurate invoicing, timely recording of transactions, and systematic ledger maintenance.
• Conducted in-depth aging analysis and devised strategic recovery plans to substantially reduce outstanding receivables and strengthen liquidity positions.
• Facilitated proactive client engagement to resolve billing discrepancies, negotiate payment terms, and reinforce financial compliance.
• Performed meticulous account reconciliations to detect inconsistencies and uphold financial accuracy across all reporting cycles.
• Implemented structured follow-up mechanisms for overdue accounts, significantly improving collection efficiency and reducing credit risk exposure.
• Assessed client creditworthiness through detailed evaluations, establishing prudent credit limits aligned with organizational risk policies.
• Generated comprehensive receivables reports, including aging summaries and collection forecasts, to support senior management decision-making.
• Ensured full compliance with organizational billing policies, contractual obligations, and applicable financial regulations.

Finance Officer - Bio Tech Scientific Organization - Islamabad, Pakistan

(2016-12 - 2017-03)

• Executed strategic budgeting and financial planning initiatives to ensure optimal allocation and utilization of organizational resources.
• Monitored and analyzed cash flow patterns, financial performance metrics, and liquidity indicators to support informed decision-making.
• Prepared accurate financial statements, management reports, and variance analyses in accordance with regulatory and reporting standards.
• Strengthened internal control systems by implementing robust financial procedures to safeguard assets and ensure compliance.
• Managed end-to-end payroll processing, taxation, and statutory filings, ensuring adherence to legal and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinated with external auditors and regulatory authorities, facilitating seamless audits and compliance reviews.
• Collaborated with departmental heads to develop and monitor budgets, driving cost efficiency and financial discipline.
• Conducted financial risk assessments and recommended mitigation strategies to enhance organizational financial stability.

Master of Business Administration - Finance - University of Azad Jammu & Kashmir, Muzaffarabad (2016)

Bachelor of Commerce - University of Azad Jammu & Kashmir, Muzaffarabad (2011)