AHMAD RAZZAQ
ACCRA
Summary
Strategic Finance Manager known for productivity and efficiency in task completion. Skilled in financial analysis, budget management, and risk assessment to drive growth and sustainability. Excel in communication, leadership, and problem-solving to navigate complex financial landscapes and achieve organizational objectives.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Finance Manager
IMEXCO GHANA LIMITED
Accra
02.2025 - Current
- Leading the finance and accounts team to ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements, management reports, and statutory filings.
- Implementing improved cash flow management strategies to optimise working capital and support the company’s import operations efficiently.
- Managing Letters of Credit (LCs) and international trade finance documentation to ensure smooth procurement and payment cycles with global suppliers.
- Conducting detailed cost analysis and budgeting to support strategic decision-making by senior management.
- Coordinating external audits by preparing schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation to ensure timely audit completion.
- Strengthening internal controls and accounting processes to minimise risk and enhance financial accuracy.
- Liaising with banks and financial institutions for facilities management, trade finance arrangements, and treasury operations.
- Providing financial insights and variance analysis to guide operational and strategic decisions.
- Successfully reduced month-end closing timelines by streamlining reconciliation and reporting processes.
Manger Audit & Taxation
IMEXCO GHANA LIMITED
ACCRA
04.2022 - 01.2025
- Managed statutory audits, internal audits, and tax compliance processes to ensure adherence to Ghanaian tax laws and IFRS standards.
- Prepared and filed monthly VAT, WHT, and annual corporate tax returns accurately and within statutory deadlines.
- Liaised with external auditors and tax consultants for smooth completion of annual audits and tax assessments.
- Developed and implemented internal audit plans to evaluate the effectiveness of financial controls and operational processes.
- Conducted detailed tax planning and advisory to optimise the company’s tax liabilities within regulatory frameworks.
- Reviewed and strengthened internal controls to reduce financial risks and ensure compliance with company policies.
- Prepared financial analysis reports for management to support strategic business decisions.
- Ensured timely reconciliation of tax ledgers and resolution of tax queries raised by Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA).
- Successfully closed all pending tax assessments by coordinating documentation and compliance responses with GRA.
Senior Audit Associate
A.H.W & Co Chartered Accountants
Lahore
03.2019 - 04.2022
- Led statutory audits of manufacturing, trading, and service sector clients in compliance with ISA and local regulatory frameworks.
- Conducted detailed risk assessments and internal control evaluations to design effective audit procedures.
- Prepared audit working papers, reviewed financial statements, and ensured timely completion of audit assignments.
- Coordinated directly with clients’ senior management for audit planning, execution, and resolution of audit issues.
- Assisted in implementation and advisory of ERP systems including user requirements gathering, process mapping, and data migration testing.
- Reviewed clients’ accounting and operational processes to recommend ERP-based automation improvements.
- Prepared management letters highlighting internal control weaknesses with practical recommendations for strengthening systems.
- Trained junior associates on audit methodologies, IFRS standards, and ERP modules relevant to client engagements.
- Supported tax teams in review of tax computations and compliance workings during audit finalisation.
- Enhanced audit efficiency by integrating data analytics techniques in substantive testing and controls review.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
Education
Associate Member - Accounting And Finance
The Institute of Financial Accountants of UK
United Kingdom01-2025
CPA - Accounting And Finance
THE INSTITUTE OF CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS
Pakistan08.2023
CA-Finalist - Accounting And Finance
Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan
Pakistan03.2021
Associate Member - Accounting And Finance
The Institute of Public Accountants of Australia
Melbourne, Australia01-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Language Arts Education
BAHAUDDIN ZAKARIYA UNIVERSITY MULTAN
Multan, Pakistan06.2021
Skills
- Strong Interpersonal Skills and ability to work individually as well as with team
- Ability to Work Under Pressure Decision Making and Time Management
- Self-motivation& Adaptability, Conflict resolution and leadership
- Good communication and computer skills, having well grasped over Microsoft Office, Sage 100 and Power BI
- Tax compliance
- Risk management
- Strong Communications Skills
- Root Cause Identification
- Advanced MS Excel, POWER BI
- Financial analysis
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Working capital management
- Data Screening, Data Analytics
Certification
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
- Inter level certificate in Chartered Accountancy (CA)
- Diploma in Quickbooks intuit online from Alison Courses
- Presentation and Communication Skills course from CFE COLLEGE OF FINANCE
- National Financial Literacy Certificate from STATE BANK OF PAKISTAN
Languages
English - Advanced (C1), Urdu - Bilingual or Proficient (C2), Punjabi - Upper intermediate (B2)
Affiliations
- Football and cricket enthusiast; actively participate in local matches to enhance teamwork and strategic thinking.
- Regular gym-goer focused on maintaining physical fitness, discipline, and mental well-being
Timeline
Finance Manager
IMEXCO GHANA LIMITED
02.2025 - Current
Manger Audit & Taxation
IMEXCO GHANA LIMITED
04.2022 - 01.2025
Senior Audit Associate
A.H.W & Co Chartered Accountants
03.2019 - 04.2022
Associate Member - Accounting And Finance
The Institute of Financial Accountants of UK
CPA - Accounting And Finance
THE INSTITUTE OF CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS
CA-Finalist - Accounting And Finance
Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan
Associate Member - Accounting And Finance
The Institute of Public Accountants of Australia
Bachelor of Arts - Language Arts Education
BAHAUDDIN ZAKARIYA UNIVERSITY MULTAN
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