SYED MUHAMMAD QAIM MEHDI
FINANCIAL ACCOUNTANT
Syedqaim80@gmail.com | +92 313 7898093 | 188C, OPF Housing Scheme, Lahore | https://www.linkedin.com/in/syedqaim14
SUMMARY
Being a dynamic accounting and finance enthusiast with a 3.74 CGPA, I have demonstrated proficiency in conducting internal
audit, strategic planning and equity research. Recognized as a finalist in the prestigious CFA Society Pakistan Equity Research
Challenge, and actively pursuing ACCA with 9 exemptions, I bring a unique blend of analytical prowess and strategic acumen
to the table, committed to achieving full qualification while contributing meaningfully to an organization that values long-term
professional growth.
EDUCATION
University of Central Punjab (UCP) Batch 2020 - 2024
- Bachelors of Science (BS) in Accounting and Finance.
- Relevant Courses: Investment & Portfolio Management, Financial Management, Advanced Audit & Assurance,
Financial Accounting, Investment Appraisal, Strategic Planning.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Contract | 5 month contract as Jr. Finance Associate at Kashf Foundation May 2024 – Present
So far
- Assisted in coordinating with banks and financial institutions to secure loans and credit facilities i.e., supporting loan
application and documentation process.
- Maintaining debt schedules and repayment trackers.
- Performing debt servicing, repayments, and interest payments.
- Monitoring and reporting on debt metrics, ratios and covenants.
Internship | Internal Audit Intern at OBRO Foods (Pvt.) Ltd Aug 2023 – Sept 2023
- Actively participated in various pre & post Audits of factory, B2C branches, distributor floors in LHR & MUX,
weekly party payments, final settlements, payroll, petty cash, etc.
- Gained invaluable experience, deepening my understanding for the intricacies of financial management, compliance
& risk assessment within the FMCG sector.
- Worked closely with different departments, providing recommendations & insights that contributed to process
improvement and risk mitigation.
- Demonstrated proficiency in risk assessment methodologies, identifying areas for improvement and proposing
practical solutions to enhance internal controls.
Internship | HR Internee at Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital Sept 2022 – Oct 2022
- Assisted with recruitment and on-boarding.
- Data management and analysis.
- Preparing and forwarding process of new and pending job confirmations and promotion letters daily.
- Wrote employee communications and correspondence about updates in HR policies.
- Assisted in checking overall compliance.
- Helped analyzing HR data to identify trends and patterns which supported informed decision making.
UNIVERSITY PROJECTS AND INDUSTRY RELATIONS
Audit & Assurance | Inspection and Analysis of the Internal Controls at JDW Sugar Mills Ltd May 2022 – Jun 2022
- Lead the team of 5 and interviewed with GM treasury and GM Audit and Taxation.
- Studied and analyzed complex set of established controls across the company.
- Compiled and presented a comprehensive report on the SOP’s and Internal Controls covering the business functions.
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Strategic Planning | Strategy evaluation and formulation at National Foods Ltd. Jan 2022 – Feb 2022
- Detailed Interview of RSM Punjab at National Foods on current applied strategies i.e., Supply chain, Sales.
- Strategic and systematic evaluation of Nationals Foods by performing SWOT, PESTLE, IFE, EFE and IE on
the company.
- Devised QSPM model and SPACE matrix to plan suitable industrial strategy for sustainable growth and expansion
of the company.
Computerized Accounting | Full Accounting Cycle & Performance Management. Feb 2023 – Mar 2023
- Performed full accounting cycle on Excel.
- Performed a thorough analysis of the financial statements (Horizontal/Vertical/DuPont)
- Performed ratio analysis and devised KPI’s to evaluate the company's liquidity, solvency, and profitability.
Investment Appraisal | Capital Budgeting Technique for Tesla Acquiring Solar City. Oct 2022 – Nov 2022
- Identified among capital investment projects the most profitable project using capital budgeting techniques e.g.
NPV, PI, IRR, PBP.ROI.
- Suggested for efficient implementation of the 6 steps for capital budgeting techniques by CPM, PERT and
Sensitivity analysis.
- Reviewed and applied CBT on Tesla acquiring Solar City with the assumed rate of return and measured
its ROI andprofitability.
LEADERSHIP ROLES, ACHIEVEMENTS & CERTIFICATES
CFA Society Pakistan | 16th Annual CFA Institute Equity Research Challenge Oct 2023 – Feb 2024
- Finalist in the local CFA Institute Equity Research Challenge, showcasing expertise in financial analysis and
valuation.
- Contributed to successful team performance through comprehensive research and advanced financial modeling.
- Presented investment thesis to industry professionals, demonstrating effective communication and analytical skills.
- Received commendation for insightful insights and strategic recommendations, enhancing professional development
and credibility in the finance industry.
Volunteer | UCP Flood Relief Campaign Sep 2022 – Nov 2022
As a university student, I had the honor to participate as a volunteer for our university's flood drive campaign. Our team
worked tirelessly to support the affected communities by organizing donation drives, coordinating relief efforts, and
providing assistance wherever needed.
Key responsibilities included:
- Collaborating with volunteers, university staff, and external organizations to coordinate relief efforts
effectively & assisting with organizing donations drives.
- Distribution of essential items such as food, clothing, and hygiene products.
- Developed strong organizational and logistical skills, ensuring that resources were efficiently allocated.
SKILLS AND INTEREST QR
Technical Quick Books, Oracle, Microsoft Office,
Interpersonal Leadership, Team-work, Negotiation, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving
Note Adaptability to new software and ability to grasp new concepts quickly.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Dr. IMRAN SHAHZAD MOHAMMAD AZFAR ALI Dr. BILAL SARWAR
HOD Associate. Prof Asst. Prof
imran.shahzad@ucp.edu.pk azfar.ali@ucp.edu.pk bilal.sarwar@ucp.edu.pk
+92 321 9451850 +92 331 4193335 +92 334 4388884
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