Shafiq-ur-Rehman , AFA MIPA, APFA, CAF(ICAP), MBA(Fin), MEF

Group Financial Controller at Planet N Group of Companies

Shafiq-ur-Rehman has a diverse and extensive work experience spanning various roles and industries. Shafiq-ur-Rehman is currently working as the Assistant Group Financial Controller at Planet N Group of Companies since May 2021. Prior to this, they worked as a Financial Control Consultant at Comsera Consulting starting from December 2019.

From December 2018 to December 2019, Shafiq-ur-Rehman served as the Finance Manager at Tez Financial Services. Shafiq-ur-Rehman also worked as a Visiting Faculty for MBA-Finance at Preston University from April 2017 to June 2019. In addition, they held the position of a Visiting Faculty Member at Tutorial - CA (ICAP) from May 2017 to December 2018.

Shafiq-ur-Rehman's previous experience includes their role as the Manager Internal Auditor at OPRCT (Nonprofit Public Welfare Organization) formerly OPP-OCT from March 2016 to December 2018. In this role, they played a vital role in achieving SECP& NBFC licensing and successfully implemented an oracle-based ERP system. Shafiq-ur-Rehman also contributed to revamping revenue reporting and establishing individual accountabilities. Additionally, they actively supported in creating a business plan, financial forecasting, budgeting, and proposals to donors. Shafiq-ur-Rehman successfully started the HR Department and implemented electronic attendance and departmental documentation.

Prior to that, Shafiq-ur-Rehman worked as a Supervisor Internal Audit at Fauji Oil Terminal and Distribution Company Limited from February 2015 to February 2016. Shafiq-ur-Rehman was responsible for assisting in establishing the annual audit plan, reporting to key stakeholders, and evaluating and developing the audit team members.

Further back in their career, Shafiq-ur-Rehman worked as a Senior Audit Associate at Leading Edge Alliance: LEA Global, S.M.SUHAIL & Co. (Chartered Accountants) from March 2011 to February 2015. In this role, they gained diversified professional experience, leading various teams and coordinating with clients' higher-level management. Shafiq-ur-Rehman was involved in conducting statutory audits, review engagements, and validation of financial reporting packages.

Shafiq-ur-Rehman has obtained multiple degrees and certifications, including AFA MIPA, APFA, CAF(ICAP), MBA(Fin), and MEF.

Shafiq-ur-Rehman has a diverse education history. Shafiq-ur-Rehman holds a Certificate in Accounting and Finance from The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan. Shafiq-ur-Rehman also has an Associate Public Finance Accountant (APFA) degree from the Pakistan Institute Of Public Finance Accountants, with a field of study in Public Finance. Shafiq-ur-Rehman has achieved Finalist status from The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants.

Furthermore, they have pursued higher education in finance, earning a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a concentration in Finance from Preston University. Shafiq-ur-Rehman also holds a postgraduate degree in Economics and Finance from the University of Karachi, as well as a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) from the same institution.

In terms of secondary education, Shafiq-ur-Rehman obtained a Higher Secondary School Certificate from Government Delhi Science College and a Senior School Certificate from Oxford High School.

Shafiq-ur-Rehman has also acquired several additional certifications to enhance their skills and knowledge. These certifications include "The Non-Technical Skills of Effective Data Scientists" from LinkedIn, "Power BI Week" from Aprenda Power BI - Leonardo Karpinski, "Financial Modeling and Forecasting Financial Statements" from LinkedIn, and "Strategic Planning Foundations" from LinkedIn. Shafiq-ur-Rehman has also participated in sessions on ISO 9001:2015 QMS & 22000:2005 FSMS awareness conducted by Ace Management System Consultants.

Moreover, Shafiq-ur-Rehman has obtained various certifications in data analysis and visualization tools, such as "Visual Storytelling with Microsoft Power BI" from TECHTAR SOLUTIONS and "Certificate in Financial Modeling & Analysis" from Skill Development Council Karachi.

Shafiq-ur-Rehman has also acquired certification in programming, including "PCAP: Programming Essentials in Python" from OpenEDG Python Institute. Shafiq-ur-Rehman has an interest in AI and has completed the "AI For Everyone" course offered by DeepLearning.AI.

Additionally, they have pursued certifications in advanced analytics and financial modeling using Power BI, as well as certifications in digital marketing, Git and GitHub, and data analysis with SPSS.

Overall, Shafiq-ur-Rehman has a strong educational background with multiple degrees, certifications, and training programs that demonstrate their expertise in accounting, finance, data analysis, and business management.

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