SHAFWAN RAUF

As Manager-Finance & Admin, currently leads comprehensive financial and administrative operations for Gulf and Land Laboratories, driving strategic reporting and cost optimization that enhances overall business efficiency.

• Orchestrated end-to-end invoicing processes, ensuring accuracy and prompt client payments, significantly improving cash flow management.
• Developed and implemented comprehensive yearly budgets and quarterly forecasts, providing data-driven corrective actions to optimize financial performance and resource allocation.
• Spearheaded a company-wide process restructuring initiative, optimizing operations and achieving significant cost reductions across departments.
• Managed complex project costs and monitored company expenditures for fixed assets, ensuring strict alignment with capital budgets and timely account closure.
• Oversaw accurate and timely preparation and filing of VAT and tax returns, maintaining full compliance with regulatory requirements.

As Accounting and Operations Manager, spearheaded financial and operational initiatives for Infraroad Trading & Contracting, optimizing systems and controls to improve reporting and strategic planning.

• Improved operational systems, processes, and policies, leading to enhanced management reporting and planning capabilities that supported strategic decision-making.
• Collaborated across the business to identify and implement cost-reduction and process efficiency opportunities, resulting in measurable savings and improved resource utilization.
• Oversaw all aspects of financial management, planning, systems, and controls, ensuring robust fiscal health and compliance for a key division of UCC Holding.
• Managed comprehensive accounting for newly-acquired fixed assets and performed complex accounting duties, ensuring accurate valuation and integration into financial statements.
• Contributed significantly to long-term planning and operational excellence initiatives, aligning financial strategies with overarching business goals.

As Senior Finance Manager, directed all financial operations for Mass Auto Pty Ltd, effectively controlling costs, managing cash flow, and ensuring compliance to strengthen financial health.

• Successfully controlled operational costs and optimized cash management, significantly improving financial liquidity and overall profitability within a year.
• Maintained accuracy of complex financial systems, managed cash flow effectively and oversaw precise stock accounting for high-volume inventory.
• Ensured strict adherence to staffing budgets and managed accurate payroll processing, supporting efficient human resource management.
• Prepared and submitted statutory books of accounts in a timely manner, ensuring full regulatory compliance and seamless audit processes.

As Finance & Operation Manager, oversaw extensive finance and operational functions for The World Group of Companies, implementing strategic initiatives and ensuring robust compliance across diverse business sectors.

• Formulated comprehensive budgets and performed detailed variance analysis, identifying deviations and implementing corrective actions that optimized financial performance.
• Designed and implemented new financial systems and processes, significantly enhancing operational efficiency and data integrity across the group.
• Managed all aspects of tax compliance and served as the primary liaison with auditors, ensuring successful and timely audits for over a decade.
• Coordinated strategic initiatives and oversaw operational functions, including HR, IT, and premises management, to ensure seamless business operations.
• Oversaw financial systems, cash flow, cost management, and stock accounting across multiple business units, ensuring robust fiscal health and inventory control.

As Accountant, managed daily accounting operations and financial reporting for M. Samson Silva Garments, ensuring accuracy and compliance in all fiscal transactions.

• Managed daily accounting operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger entries, ensuring accurate financial records.
• Prepared comprehensive financial statements and reports, facilitating informed decision-making and ensuring compliance with accounting standards.
• Reconciled bank statements and maintained accurate financial records, contributing to precise financial reporting.

As Accountant, performed core accounting duties and supported financial controls for Fergasam & Timex Garments, ensuring accurate processing and financial record keeping.

• Processed invoices and managed vendor payments, ensuring timely and accurate transactions and maintaining strong vendor relationships.
• Assisted in the preparation of monthly financial reports and budget variance analyses, providing insights into financial performance.
• Maintained comprehensive financial records and supported year-end audit preparations, contributing to a smooth audit process.

As Auditor, conducted comprehensive financial audits for various clients at Manoharan & Sangakkara, ensuring compliance and contributing to enhanced financial integrity.

• Performed comprehensive financial audits for diverse clients, identifying discrepancies and ensuring compliance with accounting standards.
• Analyzed financial statements, internal controls, and operational processes to assess risk and recommend improvements.
• Prepared detailed audit reports and presented findings to management, contributing to enhanced financial transparency and accountability.