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Kaleem Ullah

Kaleem Ullah

Finance & Data Professional | FP&A | Budgeting & Forecasting Expert
New Delhi,Delhi

Summary

Strategic and results-driven finance professional with 12+ years of experience in FP&A, budgeting, and end-to-end finance operations across logistics, trading, and mobility sectors. Proven track record in enhancing business performance through financial automation, strategic planning, and cost optimization. Skilled in stakeholder management, financial restructuring, and compliance. Proficient in MIS reporting and ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Tally), with advanced analytical expertise in Power BI and Excel. Currently a key member of the leadership team at Planeta Group (Angola), delivering actionable insights, robust financial controls, and process efficiencies to support executive decision-making.

Overview

6
6

Years of Professional Experience

8
8

Years of Core Accounting, MIS,Budgeting & Forecasting Experience

Work History

Manager - Finance & Accounts

Planeta Group Commercial Geral IMP, E Exportacao
12.2020 - 07.2025

• Strategic member of the core leadership team, contributing to business growth and profitability planning.
• Led the full spectrum of finance and accounting functions, including account finalization, working capital management, profit monitoring, and internal controls.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial reconciliations across multiple business units.
• Deliver actionable financial insights through data analysis, planning, and reporting using Power BI and SAP.
• Ensure full compliance with statutory requirements, including VAT, WHT, and property tax regulations.

Assistant Manager - Financial Planning & Analysis

Ecos (I) Mobility & Hospitality Pvt. Ltd.
07.2018 - 12.2020

• Developed long-range financial plans aligned with strategic objectives using advanced financial modeling techniques.
• Produced monthly MIS reports and led forecasting for OPEX and CAPEX.
• Conducted in-depth financial analysis, aging analysis, and variance reporting to support executive decision-making.
• Played a critical role in optimizing performance by enhancing internal controls and driving system automation.

Senior Executive - Accounts

Carzonrent India Pvt. Ltd.
02.2012 - 07.2018
  • Managed vendor invoice processing and purchase orders using Oracle 11i, ensuring timely and accurate payments.
  • Handled month-end closings, including accruals and journal entries.
  • Produced monthly P&L statements and provided variance analysis against budget and actual performance.
  • Supported the CFO with detailed financial data to inform operational and strategic decisions.

Executive Accountant

Amexpress Worldwide Logistics
06.2010 - 02.2012
  • Handled month-end closings, accruals, and journal entries with accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Prepared financial statements, cost analyses, and budget variance reports.
  • Managed invoice and reimbursement processing in Tally ERP9, ensuring timely payments to vendors and employees.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting And Finance

Jagdish Saran Hindu Degree College
India
06.2009

Intermediate - Accounting And Finance

Abdul Kareem Khan Inter College
India
06.2007

High School - Accounting And Finance

Abdul Kareem Khan Inter College
India
06.2005

Skills

Financial Expertise:

  • Management information systems reporting
  • Comprehensive financial reporting skills
  • Financial data analysis
  • Balance sheet management
  • Financial variance analysis
  • General ledger management
  • Cost management
  • Quantitative forecasting analysis

Financial Tools:

  • Data visualization expertise
  • Experience in SAP FICO and SD
  • Power BI proficiency
  • Experienced with Tally ERP 9 software
  • Skilled in Excel modeling and reporting
  • VBA automation
  • Expertise in PowerPoint presentations
  • SQL data analysis
  • Effective presentation delivery
  • Experience with Primavera v10

Soft Skills:

  • Team management skills
  • Team coordination
  • Proficient in conducting internal audits
  • Statutory audit proficiency
  • Tax obligation management

Languages

Hindi
Native language
Hindi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Urdu
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Upper intermediate
B2
Arabic
Elementary (A2)
Portuguese
Intermediate
B1

Software

O’ Level from DOEACC & NCPUL Society

Tally ERP 9, Insta, RentNet, SQL Basic

MS-Office Advance Excel, MACRO, VBA Script & User Forms

Oracle 11i & Oracle R12

SAP - FICO & SD

Additional Information

  • Led the restructuring of financial groupings and ledgers in Tally ERP9, improving reporting accuracy by 60-70% and reducing costs by 23% annually over four years.
  • Developed and automated a macro-based attendance and payroll process, reducing processing time by 95%.
  • Implemented electronic payment processes in Oracle, cutting payment processing time by 40% and reducing costs per check.
  • Spearheaded the creation of long-range business plans and advanced financial models, aligning strategic objectives with financial outcomes.

Work Availability

monday
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Certification

  • SAP FICO Power User Program
  • SAP SD Power User Program
  • Certified Business Intelligence Specialist (Power BI)

Accomplishments

Planeta Group S.A. (Angola) – Manager Finance & Accounts
  • Played a strategic role in leadership, contributing to business growth and profitability planning across multi-unit operations.
  • Delivered actionable financial insights using Power BI and SAP, improving decision-making efficiency for executive leadership.
  • Ensured 100% statutory compliance with VAT, WHT, and property taxes, reducing audit risk.
  • Strengthened financial controls and streamlined working capital management, resulting in more accurate forecasting and improved liquidity.

Ecos India Mobility & Hospitality – Assistant Manager FP&A

  • Designed long-range financial plans using advanced modeling to align finance with strategic goals.
  • Automated reporting processes and enhanced internal controls, significantly improving data accuracy and reducing manual work.
  • Led the creation of monthly MIS and OPEX/CAPEX forecasts, increasing transparency in cost planning.

Carzonrent India Pvt. Ltd. – Sr. Executive Accounts

  • Managed end-to-end vendor invoice processing via Oracle 11i, ensuring on-time and accurate payments.
  • Delivered monthly P&L and variance reports, providing insight into budget deviations and cost drivers.
  • Acted as a key support to the CFO by delivering strategic financial analysis to inform business decisions.

Amexpress Worldwide Logistics – Executive Accounts

  • Improved monthly closings and journal accuracy, enhancing financial statement reliability.
  • Managed timely vendor reimbursements using Tally ERP9, improving vendor relations and payment cycles.

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-SiteHybridRemote

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hoursPersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsWork from home optionTeam Building / Company RetreatsPaid sick leave4-day work weekPaid time off

Timeline

Manager - Finance & Accounts

Planeta Group Commercial Geral IMP, E Exportacao
12.2020 - 07.2025

Assistant Manager - Financial Planning & Analysis

Ecos (I) Mobility & Hospitality Pvt. Ltd.
07.2018 - 12.2020

Senior Executive - Accounts

Carzonrent India Pvt. Ltd.
02.2012 - 07.2018

Executive Accountant

Amexpress Worldwide Logistics
06.2010 - 02.2012

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting And Finance

Jagdish Saran Hindu Degree College

Intermediate - Accounting And Finance

Abdul Kareem Khan Inter College

High School - Accounting And Finance

Abdul Kareem Khan Inter College
Kaleem UllahFinance & Data Professional | FP&A | Budgeting & Forecasting Expert