Shezad A.
Senior Financial Control Accountant @ASD
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WORK HISTORY
Senior Financial Control Accountant @ASD
Leeds, GB
Strategic and results-driven financial professional with extensive experience in financial control, reporting, and compliance within a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Proven track record of delivering accurate financial management, audit coordination, and internal control implementation while driving operational efficiency.Financial Control & Reporting: Led month-end close processes, including NRV calculations, payroll reconciliations, and general accruals and prepayments. Managed statutory accounts preparation and liaised with external auditors, facilitating smooth audit procedures.Compliance & Risk Management: Implemented IFRS standards, managed tax compliance and industrial injury insurance claims, and ensured adherence to internal control procedures.Leadership & Collaboration: Mentored cross-functional team members, including transport and payroll managers, and coordinated with international processing teams to resolve AP and GL issues efficiently.Stakeholder Engagement: Participated in European group management meetings, providing critical financial insights and strategic recommendations.Business Transformation & FP & A Developer (18 Mths)Led Financial Planning & Analysis (FP & A) and business transformation initiatives alongside core accounting responsibilities, leveraging data-driven insights and automation to optimize decision-making.Key Achievements:Power BI Development: Designed and implemented dynamic dashboards, offering real-time visibility into financial performance and cost management.Process Automation: Streamlined reporting through VBA and advanced Excel models, significantly reducing manual workloads and enhancing accuracy.Financial Planning & Analysis: Led budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to support strategic decision-making and improve financial reporting efficiency.Training & Knowledge Sharing: Enabled finance and operational teams to maximize insights from Power BI dashboards, fostering data-driven decisions.
EDUCATION
ACCA
ACCA, Accountancy
ABOUT SHEZAD A.
Accomplished and results-driven Financial Controller with over 10 years of progressive experience in financial management, control, and reporting across diverse sectors, including manufacturing, retail, and healthcare. Proven ability to lead financial strategy, enhance operational efficiency, and drive continuous improvement through strategic planning and meticulous financial analysis.Currently positioned as a Senior Financial Control Accountant at ASD Metals UK, where I lead financial control and reporting functions, including IFRS implementation, statutory accounting, month-end close, and payroll reconciliation. My expertise spans managing complex financial reconciliations, collaborating with external auditors, and optimizing internal control procedures to ensure compliance and accuracy.A strategic thinker and proactive leader, I excel at business partnering, engaging with senior stakeholders to deliver insights that support data-driven decision-making. I am skilled in process automation using VBA Macros, financial modelling, and leveraging systems such as SAP S4 Hana, Sage 50, Oracle, SAP, and NHS ESR to enhance financial reporting accuracy and operational control.With a strong track record of managing large-scale financial operations, I am adept at leading cross-functional teams and implementing best practices to optimize cash flow, reduce risk, and enhance financial transparency. My hands-on approach ensures that I remain deeply involved in both strategic initiatives and day-to-day financial operations, maintaining control over critical financial metrics and key performance indicators.Core Competencies:Financial Strategy & Leadership | Budgeting & Forecasting | Financial ReportingIFRS Implementation | Financial Compliance & Governance | Cost & Cash Flow ManagementFinancial Process Optimization | Performance Monitoring | Audit & Risk ManagementAdvanced Excel & VBA | Sage 50 | Oracle | SAP | Civica SLA Monitoring | SAP SP3 | SAP S4 HanaStakeholder Engagement & Business Partnering | Team Leadership & MentoringI am passionate about leveraging financial data to drive strategic outcomes, fostering a culture of accountability and innovation, and delivering clear, actionable insights to executive leadership. Let’s connect to discuss how I can add value to your organization with my financial leadership and strategic vision.
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