Waqar Safdar has a strong work experience in finance and management consultancy. Waqar started their career at Grant Thornton as an Assistant Manager in Management Consultancy in 1998 and worked there until 2003. During this time, they gained valuable experience in various aspects of consultancy work.
In 2003, Waqar joined Azgard Nine Ltd/CresSoft as a Functional Consultant, where they were involved in the implementation of Oracle Financials. Waqar successfully completed the full life cycle implementation of various modules, further enhancing their skills in systems implementation processes.
In 2005, they joined Ejaz Dyeing & Finishing Mills (Pvt) Ltd. as Manager Finance. Here, they were responsible for managing the company's financial affairs, including banks dealing, financial analysis, budgeting, and project/product appraisal. Waqar also contributed to the development and implementation of financial controls policies and procedures.
From 2006 onwards, Waqar served as the Vice President of Finance at Techlogix. Here, they played a key role in providing leadership and guidance in all finance, legal, and corporate strategy-related work. Reporting directly to the CEO, they successfully managed strategic financial affairs and ensured the financial stability of the company.
In 2012, they briefly participated in the Directors Training Programme at the Pakistan Institute of Corporate Governance - PICG Sisters Food Group.
Overall, Waqar Safdar's work experience reflects their expertise in finance, management consultancy, and systems implementation, making him a valuable asset for any organization.
Waqar Safdar completed their Bachelor of Commerce (B.com) from Hailey College of Commerce, Punjab University Lahore, between 1995 and 1997. Following that, they pursued further education at The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan from 1998 to 2006, obtaining the degree of Chartered Accountant (FCA). No specific field of study was mentioned for either degree.
April, 2006 - present