Syed Affan Zafar
Senior Audit Manager @EY
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WORK HISTORY
Senior Audit Manager @EY
Bristol, GB
Involved mostly in the audit of Insurance Companies,having a vast exposure of dealing with technical insurance accounting and auditing issues. Responsibilities include:Demonstrate the ability to effectively manage the Audit process with appropriate consideration of audit risk issues and accounting technical matters.Demonstrate Business Development skills and identify additional sales opportunities.Demonstrate an application and solution-based approach to problem solving, referred to for research on delivery of solutions in that field on client assignments.Demonstrate expertise in primary accounting frameworks (UK GAAP or IFRS) and in related financial reporting matters.Demonstrate strong understanding of IFRS 17 and auditing the transition to IFRS 17 of various insurance audit clients.Identify areas requiring improvement in the clients business processes and possible recommendations and prepare and deliver Management Letter to be provided to the client.Coach other less experienced staff through sharing experience and knowledge appropriately.Contribute to effective team work in internal engagement situations.Provide on-the-job training for developing auditing skills and familiarity with the firm\'s audit methodology.
EDUCATION
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan
Associate Chartered Accountant (ACA)
Karachi University
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.)
Pakistan Institute of Public Finance Accounatnts
Associate Public Finance Accountant (APFA)
ABOUT SYED AFFAN ZAFAR
I am an experienced finance professional, with a record of good academic and professional performances; having acquired a diverse and in depth professional work experience from working with EY UK, KPMG UK, KPMG Saudi Arabia and Grant Thornton Pakistan.Currently, I am working as a Senior Manager in the Audit Department of EY UK. I got promoted to Senior Manager in October 2023 after serving as a manager for 2 years. Prior to that, I have worked in Audit department as Assistant Manager for KPMG UK for 2 and half years, for KPMG Saudi Arabia for 3 years and for Grant Thornton Pakistan for 4 years. I was also seconded to Grant Thornton KSA for 5 months. Serving at these positions has honed my leadership, team management, organizational, problem solving, analyzing, convincing and communicative skills, while underlining my ability to take initiative and work with a diverse set of people. Having developed effective interpersonal and presentation skills, I also enjoy working in teams. My performance over the years is representative of my determination, hard work and goal oriented attitude – all of which are essential constituents to the position I hold today.I now look forward to a career opportunity that is commensurate with my skills and qualification and can provide me with a competitive working environment coupled with the opportunity of career growth in the organization.
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