Anwar Shabeer
Thiruvananthapuram
Summary
Hardworking and motivated professional with several years of experience and record of success in industry. Solid history balancing team performance, customer service targets and business objectives. Dedicated to working closely with employees to maximize productivity and optimize procedures. Decisive leader with good planning and organizational skills.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager
K.O Biju Associates
Thiruvananthapuram
10.2019 - 11.2024
- Conducted risk-based audits to evaluate internal controls, compliance with laws and regulations, and accuracy of financial statements.
- Developed audit programs to assess the effectiveness of processes within the organization.
- Reviewed client data for accuracy and completeness in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
- Identified areas of potential risk and provided recommendations for corrective action plans.
- Prepared detailed reports summarizing audit results and findings.
- Ensured that all audit activities were conducted in accordance with professional standards.
- Coordinated with external auditors on various aspects of audits and reviews.
- Performed follow-up reviews to ensure corrective actions were implemented properly by management teams.
- Analyzed account books for accuracy and efficiency.
- Met with stakeholders to discuss compliance audit plans and results, explaining options for improvement.
Finance Manager
MAC Stores
Salmabad
01.2016 - 09.2019
- Prepared financial documents such as budgets, forecasts and reports.
- Reviewed and analyzed budget variances to ensure accuracy of financial information.
- Monitored cash flow to ensure sufficient liquidity.
- Assisted in the development of internal controls to protect company assets.
- Analyzed complex financial data and generated meaningful reports for senior management.
- Identified opportunities for cost savings through process improvements and automation initiatives.
- Implemented a system of internal controls that improved compliance with GAAP regulations.
- Collaborated with external auditors during annual audits to ensure accuracy of financial statements.
- Established relationships with banking partners to secure favorable terms on financing arrangements.
Senior Audit Executive
Talal Abu Ghazaleh International
Manama
01.2014 - 12.2016
- Performed risk assessments to identify potential areas of audit concern.
- Analyzed financial data to ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
- Conducted internal audits of accounting and finance processes for accuracy and completeness.
- Provided guidance on the preparation of financial statements in accordance with GAAP principles.
- Prepared audit reports summarizing the results of audit engagements.
- Designed internal control systems to improve operational efficiency and reduce risk exposure.
- Reviewed client documentation to assess operational effectiveness and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Identified trends in financial performance through analysis of historical data.
- Assisted in the development of audit plans that included timelines, objectives, scope, budgeting, staffing, procedures, and reporting requirements.
- Evaluated existing internal controls to determine adequacy and recommend enhancements as needed.
- Ensured all audit reports were issued timely by monitoring progress against established deadlines.
Senior Accountant
Kaiksow Group
Manama
01.2012 - 12.2014
- Reviewed and analyzed financial statements to identify potential discrepancies.
- Maintained detailed records of account transactions, including invoices, payments, and journal entries.
- Assisted in developing budgeting processes and forecasting future revenue and expenses.
- Prepared monthly financial reports for management review.
- Monitored accounts payable activity to ensure accuracy and timeliness of payment processing.
- Analyzed general ledger accounts for accuracy and completeness on a regular basis.
- Provided support to internal and external auditors during the annual audit process.
- Reconciled bank statements to general ledgers on a monthly basis.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and standards of generally accepted accounting principles.
- Advised senior management regarding complex accounting matters such as taxation issues or capital investments.
Audit Supervisor
Vijayakumar & Easwaran
Thiruvananthapuram
10.2001 - 12.2011
- Participated in the preparation of financial statements and related notes, ensuring compliance with GAAP.
- Developed audit procedures to test internal control systems and review transactions for accuracy and completeness.
- Reviewed accounting records, including journal entries and general ledgers, to ensure accuracy and compliance with established policies and procedures.
- Provided guidance to auditors regarding technical issues encountered during the course of their work.
- Performed detailed analysis of financial information, such as balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements.
- Identified potential areas of risk or non-compliance with regulations and standards.
- Prepared written reports summarizing audit findings and recommendations for corrective action plans.
- Assisted in the development of audit programs to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls over financial reporting activities.
- Analyzed accounts receivable aging reports to identify trends in customer payment patterns.
- Monitored changes in laws, regulations, corporate policies and procedures that may have an impact on operations or financial reporting requirements.
- Documented results of audits performed by preparing working papers that support conclusions reached.
Education
CA Article Ship - Accounting And Finance
ICAI
New Delhi10-2001
B.Com - Accounting And Finance
Kerala University
Kerala06-1999
Skills
- Policy Implementation
- Financial Management
- Performance Management
- Budget Control
- Team Leadership
- Business Planning
- Financial records oversight
- Staff Management
Affiliations
- Watching movies
- Spending time with family
Languages
Malayalam
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Hindi
Advanced (C1)
C1
Tamil
Elementary (A2)
A2
Timeline
Manager
K.O Biju Associates
10.2019 - 11.2024
Finance Manager
MAC Stores
01.2016 - 09.2019
Senior Audit Executive
Talal Abu Ghazaleh International
01.2014 - 12.2016
Senior Accountant
Kaiksow Group
01.2012 - 12.2014
Audit Supervisor
Vijayakumar & Easwaran
10.2001 - 12.2011
CA Article Ship - Accounting And Finance
ICAI
B.Com - Accounting And Finance
Kerala University
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