This document contains the resume of Syed Zeshan Akbar Bukhari. It summarizes his professional qualifications and experience. He has over 9 years of experience working in finance and accounting roles for energy and infrastructure companies. Currently, he works as the Deputy Manager of Finance for Quaid-e-Azam Solar Power Private Limited, where he prepares budgets, accounts, and handles financing. Previously he was the Manager of Corporate Accounts and Company Secretary for Neelum-Jhelum Hydropower Company. He also has 3 years of experience as an auditor for Ernst & Young Pakistan.

1. SYED ZESHAN AKBAR BUKHARI
105-A, Askari 5, Lahore
Cellular: 0092-322-6223606
E-mail: zsssn@hotmail.com
CAREER OBJECTIVE
To work in a stimulating and challenging milieu that would facilitate the maximum utilization and application of my
broad skills and expertise in making a positive difference to the organization.
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATION
Associate Chartered Accountant Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan 2014
Associate Certified Public Accountant Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Pakistan 2014
Associate Public Accountant Pakistan Institute of Public Finance Accountants 2011
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATION
Higher Secondary School Certificate Sandal College Faisalabad 2002
Secondary School Certificate Air Base Intermediate College Sargodha 2000
CORE COMPETENCIES
 Financial Reporting
 Financial and Business Analysis
 Budgeting and Variance Analysis
 Risk Management and Control Evaluation
 Costing and Valuation
 Generating Detailed Financial Projections
 Financial Management
 Full Scope Statutory Audits
 Conducting Internal Audits
 Standard Operating Procedures
 Implementing Internal Controls
 Report Writing
ACHIEVEMENTS
 Finalized financing arrangements of 1000 MW hydroelectric project with the International Financial
Institutions (China and Middles East).
 Performed project appraisal activities by using financial modeling (FIRR, NPV, Cost Benefit Ratios, Payback
period)
 Finalized drafts of the guarantees under Uniform Rules and Demand Guarantee (URDG)
 Arranged LC’s and supervised import of Plant & Machinery of the Project.
 Renegotiated transaction with the Financial Institution and earned extra profits of millions.
 Remained involved as active member in the preparation of the PC-1 of the 1000 MW Hydroelectric Project
Project.
 Identified various inefficiencies in the operations (loss making exchanges, exchanges not recovering direct
costs etc.).
 Prepared financial analysis of proposals submitted by the contractor of the project. (for the CEO/Board)
 Organized 14 Board meetings and 4 Annual General Meetings of the Company.
 Developed and documented the internal control procedures of the Company.
 Complied with all the regulatory requirements of the Company since its incorporation.
 Arranged insurance for the underground plant & machinery valuing US$140 million.
WORK EXPERIENCE 9 YEARS
Deputy Manager Finance June 2014-Present
Quaid-e-Azam Solar Power (Pvt.) Limited
 Preparation of annual budget and monitor progress against it periodically.
 Preparation of monthly management accounts, quarterly, half yearly and annual accounts.
 Monitoring the finances of the Company its placement and investment.
 Monitoring the import of plant and machinery for the project, related insurance and guarantees, taxation
matters and LCs.
 Coordination with external auditors, internal auditors and Government special auditors.

2. Manager Corporate Accounts November 2009-June 2014
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Neelum-Jhelum Hydropower Company (Pvt.) Limited
 Preparation of annual budget and monitor progress against it periodically.
 Preparation of monthly management accounts, quarterly, half yearly and annual accounts
 Monitoring the finances of the Company its placement and investment.
 Monitoring the import of plant and machinery for the project, related insurance and guarantees, taxation
matters and LCs.
 Coordination with external auditors, internal auditors and Government special auditors.
 Facilitating tax adviser and tax departments for smooth handling of tax cases.
Company Secretary November 2009-June 2014
Neelum-Jhelum Hydropower Company (Pvt.) Limited
 To ensure that the Company complies with the standard financial and legal practice and maintain standards of
corporate governance.
 To organize and prepare the agendas for and taking minutes of board meetings and annual general meetings
(AGMs);
 To maintain the statutory books, including registers of members/shareholders, directors and secretaries;
 dealing with correspondence, collating information and writing reports, ensuring decisions made are
communicated to the relevant stakeholders;
 monitoring changes in relevant legislation and the regulatory environment and taking appropriate action.
Audit Supervising Senior, Senior Auditor, Audit Associate 2006 – 2009
Ernst & Young (EY), Pakistan (a BIG4 firm)
During the tenure, I was involved in various assignments in Audit & Assurance Division and Business Risk Services.
The assignments include full scope audits, limited reviews, internal audits, agreed upon procedure, etc. The major
tasks I performed during this period are as follows:
 Carrying out audit planning, evaluation of control activities and audit of the financial statements in accordance
with the International Standards on Auditing (ISA) and guidelines of Ernst & Young Global;
 Evaluation of Internal Control System to identify deficiencies in the system and suggesting remedial procedures
to rectify the control weaknesses;
 Designing and performing the substantive procedures and test of controls;
 Review, preparation and compilation of Financial Statements in accordance with the reporting framework
comprising of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and applicable local laws;
 Review of compliance with applicable laws and regulations mainly including corporate laws, Taxation laws and
Code of Corporate Governance;
 Preparation of Management Letters identifying control weaknesses, its implications and recommendations.
 Coordinated and lead engagement team discussions around the whole audit process

3. MAJOR ASSURANCE ASSIGNMENTS - ERNST & YOUNG PAKISTAN:
Some of the major assignments that significantly contributed to my growth include the following:
Client Name Industry/Sector
National Transmission and Despatch Company Limited Power Transmission
Faisalabad Electric Supply Company Limited Power Distribution
Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited Oil and Gas
Neelum-Jhelum Hydropower Company (Private) Limited Hydropower
Crescent Sugar and Distillery Mills Limited Sugar and Textile
CHT Pakistan (Private) Limited Chemicals
Route-2 Health (Private) Limited Pharmaceuticals
Shakarganj Sugar Mills Limited Sugar
Caritas Pakistan Non Government Organization
Brain Telecommunication (Private) Limited Internet Service Provider
WOL Telecom Limited Internet Service Provider
Reem Rice Mills (Private) Limited Processing Company
Pharmagen Private Limited Pharmaceuticals
TRAININGS/WORKSHOPS/CERTIFICATIONS
- Attended many in-house workshops on EY GAM (Global Audit Methodology).
- Participated in workshops on International Standards on Auditing conducted by ICAP (Institute of
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Chartered Accountants of Pakistan);
- Workshop on Clean Development Mechanism;
- Workshop on Public Procurement Rules 2004 for Government procuring agencies;
- Passed Course of Computer Practical Training (CCPT) exam conducted by ICAP;
- Quality & Review Management Programs (Q&RM);
- Presentation Skill Training Course (PSTC).
IT PROFICIENCY
Well versed with the latest versions of the following:
 Microsoft Word
 Microsoft Excel
 Microsoft Power Point
 Case ware (An Audit and
Accounts Software used by
Ernst & Young)
 Different accounting and reporting packages including
Oracle Financials, SAP used during audit
 GAMx ( A specialized audit package used by Ernst &
Young, where all team members can work in online
environment with simultaneous updating of data in all
computers connected through network)
PERSONAL DETAIL
Marital Status: Married
Languages: English, Urdu, Punjabi, Hindi
Interests: Sports, current affairs, reading finance related and tech support articles.
References: Professional references may be furnished on demand.