MUHAMMAD WASIM TASLEEM - ACCA AFFILIATE - ERNST & YOUNGE-MAIL : mwtasleem@gmail.comDUBAI, UAE.CONTACT: 00971-50-8747691

Objective I am a focused, dynamic and articulate Senior Audit Associate at one of the largest Big Four firms, Ernst and Young, and I perceive auditing as a standard tool for strategic company management. I have the knowledge and experience needed to ensure that the controls over key business processes are adequate and effective to manage risks. I can effectively lead in an external audit engagement and possesses in-depth working knowledge of audit compliance and regulations. In my current position I lead a team of financial auditors who undertake risk based audits across a corporation’s business operations. At work my opinion is sought and respected by Executive and Senior Management alike. Currently I am looking for a great opportunity to progress my career in this competitive market.

Professional qualifications & education

Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, UK (ACCA) Have successfully completed all the ACCA examinations and have achieved the title of an ‘ACCA Affiliate’.

BSc (Hons) in Applied Accounting from Oxford Brookes University Business School, UK Have achieved BSc Honours degree from Oxford Brookes University Business School, Oxford, United Kingdom, with an ‘Upper Second Class Honours grade.

Edexcel GCE A levels, UK from English Language Pvt. School, Dubai.

Edexcel GCE O levels, UK from English Language Pvt. School, Dubai.

Experience

Senior Associate Auditor at Ernst & Young Middle East, Dubai office – September 2010 till dateMore than 5 years of experience working in the largest Big four audit firm in the Middle East region involved in the financial audit assignments and other assurance services assignments of large national and multinational corporations.

Priority Banking Representative – Emirates NBD Group PJSC (Dubai) – July 2008 to August 20102 years of experience assisting priority banking division customers of Emirates NBD, helping them resolve their issues and managing them. Providing existing and potential customers with product-related & financial information.

Customer Service Representative – Emirates NBD Group PJSC (Dubai) – April 2006 to June 20082 years of experience of dealing with customers of Emirates Bank, Emirates Islamic Bank, National bank of Dubai, me Bank and Network International, helping them resolve their issues and managing them. Providing existing and potential customers with product-related & financial information.

Personal Profile

Date of Birth : 5th January, 1987 Languages Known: English and Urdu. Can read and write Arabic. Marital Status: Married Nationality: Pakistani Strong grip over International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). Knowledge of IT accounting software packages and of ERPs. A positive demeanor that is complemented by an ability to work effectively within varied levels in an organization. Strong organizational, analytical and planning abilities combined with a good business sense. A good listener with excellent all-round communication skills. A team player with a disciplined, self-directed, professional approach to work.

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Details of Relevant Work Experience

1. Senior Associate Auditor – Ernst & Young Middle East (Dubai): Experience in Assurance and advisory business services (AABS) at Ernst and Young has enabled me to develop a comprehensive understanding of the competitive and regulatory environments of diversified industries, accounting, internal control systems and financial reporting framework implemented at various organizations. I was responsible for planning, implementation and supervision of audits under the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS); leading and managing a team of qualified professionals; finalization of reporting pack along with the review of the Financial Statements; review and finalization of complex consolidations under the IFRS; review of controls in key processes and evaluation of internal controls; holding regular meetings with CFOs and Group Financial Controllers.

The most significant financial audit assignments that have contributed to my professional growth are of the following organizations:INVESTMENTS / FINANCEIlyas & Mustafa Galadari Management Investment and Development Co.Starling Holdings (Private- Equity Investments)

CONSTRUCTION / REAL ESTATEEmaar PropertiesNakheel PropertiesDoka Gulf and Doka EmiratesWade Adams Contracting Hilal Bil Badi & Partners Contracting

TRADING / MANUFACTURINGJotun PaintsNissan Middle EastAlokozay Emirates National Plastics FactoryMammut Industries

OTHERSPetrofac InternationalPalm Utilities and its subsidiaries Heriot Watt University (Eikon International Holdings)Mobiserve Holding Company (Telecommunication)Spinneys

OTHER ENGAGEMENTS:

Consolidated Financial Statements

Preparation of consolidated financial statements for various groups including Al Naboodah Commercial Group, Petrofac Limited and Doka Gulf, in accordance with the requirements of IFRS and revised IAS.

Others, Financial reporting advice, etc

Provided accounting advice on complex transactions for certain clients. Performed various Agreed Upon Procedures, including an extensive one of assessing receivables’ balances for Mobiserve Telecommunication Infrastructure and delivered a report of the factual findings of the procedures performed.

2. Priority Banking Representative – Emirates NBD Group PJSC (Dubai): Assisted the priority customers to resolve their issues and advised them about the accounts and investment options

that best suited their requirements. Provided details about the features and dealt with the issues pertaining to the bank’s Online banking facility, both for

corporate and individual customers. Provided exceptional customer service to priority banking customers which was appreciated by the Operations

Manager and the Head of Priority Banking. Awarded certificates of achievement for maintaining high quality of customer service. Received appreciation on several occasions from the customers and the management of the bank.

3. Customer Service Representative – Emirates NBD Group PJSC (Dubai): Assisted the retail customers to resolve their issues and advised them about the accounts and various products and

services offered by the bank. Handled customer complaints and provide resolutions for the same. Had regular trainings for customer service skills, new products of the bank and for handing various types of calls. Identify, maximize selling and cross-selling opportunities in order to generate sales leads. Provided details about the features and dealt with the issues pertaining to the bank’s Online banking facility, both for

corporate and individual customers.

Reference: Mr. Aiman Shivani, Assistant Manager, EY. Contact: 00971-50-8499762.

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Other references can be furnished on request.

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