Shabin Shamsudeen
About Candidate
Astute Chartered Accountant focused on improving financial agility, work- process flow through detailed audits with proven success in recommending appropriate financial plans based on accurate data collection, financial monitoring, and business strategizing. Expertise includes financial analysis and reporting, contract management and forecasting.
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Strategic Financial Management
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Work & Experience
Industry: Multi-Sector Holding (Contracting, Agri & Food Industry, Real Estate, Lifestyle) Job Role: Valuation, Business Plan, Budgeting & Forecasting, Financial Reporting & Analysis Reporting: Board Member 1. Oversee potential investment to generate a return on investment (ROI) of over 14%. 2. Develop dynamic forecasting and data analysis Excel models, resulting in a significant improvement in forecast accuracy and reducing quarterly forecast errors by 12%. 3. Prepare financial models and summary reports for C-Suite audiences, resulting in improved decision-making processes. 4. Perform analyses of financial data, market trends, economic factors, and industry benchmarks to evaluate the value of investments and support decision-making. 5. Being part of the team in streamlining financial reporting processes and implementing a 5-day month-end close process. 6. Contribute to the team in preparation of budget and forecast for business units and overall company, resulting in improved financial performance. 7. Monitor business plans and budgets for business units, resulting in improvement in cost savings in the group level. 8. Monitor budget adherence and provide insights to management on budget performance.
Industry: Construction, Retail and Food Processing Job Role: Financial Audit, Budget & Forecasting, Financial Modelling, Financial Reporting & Analysis Reporting: Executive Managing Director 1. Provided training to staff members about financial processes, leading to process improvement. 2. Reviewed forecasts, and budgets, providing insights for strategic decision-making. 3. Conducted financial feasibility in determination of in-house, or subcontract and negotiated annual savings of 15%. 4. Monitored financial performance and identified areas for cost optimization and profit enhancement. 5. Revamped monthly financial reporting process, reducing reporting turnaround time by 30% and enhancing accuracy through automated data validation. 6. Implement robust financial controls and processes, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. 7. Monitor all work related to year-end closing procedures to issue the yearly financial statement.
Industry: Financial Consulting Services Job Role: External Audit, Internal Audit, Financial Reporting and Analysis, Business Plan Preparation 1. Supervised teams for audit and financial assignments. 2. Mentor junior team members on financial reporting, audit, and processes. 3. Collaborate with manager on the audit engagement approach and execute the risk-based plan. 4. Developing efficient and effective external audit approach and program by defining goals and scope. 5. Identified and rectified discrepancies in financial records during audits, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and preventing potential penalties. 6. Compiling and analysis of financial statements in line with Accounting Standards and GAAP norms. 7. Collaborated with IT and financial teams to implement new financial software system, facilitating seamless data integration and improving financial reporting efficiency.