IQRA MAZHAR

A highly skilled and purposeful CA Finalist, currently pursuing Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) certification, with over 5 years of comprehensive experience in risk consulting and internal audit within leading firms like EY Pakistan. Proven expertise in providing consultancy services to diverse public and private sector clients. Proficient in the planning and execution of internal audits, review of business operations for deficiencies, development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Risk and Control Matrix, internal controls review, Business Process Reengineering, Financial Analysis, development of dashboards using high-end data visualization tools, Third Party validations, financial reporting (IFRS), and management reporting. Committed to delivering high-quality audit outcomes and driving organizational efficiency.

• Managed and led internal audits across 10+ public and private sector entities, identifying process inefficiencies and recommending control enhancements.
• Directly supported the Chief Internal Auditor in formulating the annual audit plan through risk assessment and audit prioritization inputs.
• Designed and implemented an annual audit schedule aligned with strategic priorities, ensuring 100% on-time execution of all audit engagements.
• Supervised audit teams of 3-5 staff per project, reviewed working papers, and provided feedback that improved audit documentation quality by 25%.
• Acted as liaison with clients and senior stakeholders to resolve complex audit issues, reducing review cycles by 20%.
• Preparation and review of consultation memos on complex auditing and accounting issues.
• Guided audit team in the execution and timely completion of fieldwork, including supervision and review.
• Ensured high-quality audit documentation in compliance with the organization's audit methodologies and International Standards on Auditing.
• Oversaw effective engagement and project management, including the identification and billing of cost overruns while maintaining excellent client relationships.
• In addition to audit engagements, proactively identified areas for improvement within clients' operations and regularly presented actionable recommendations to enhance efficiency and controls.
• Conducted gap analysis of client's processes against their global company manuals, followed by a comprehensive compliance audit. Monitored client's performance over one year and developed customized dashboards to empower them to track and manage their own performance effectively.
• Collaborated with the Chief Internal Auditor and Audit Manager in establishing the Internal Audit Department by liaising with cross-functional departments to address audit-related concerns, reviewing existing processes, preparing detailed current-state flowcharts, and actively assisting in the recruitment of competent internal audit resources.

Iqama No. 2608419533 -Transferable

Available: Immediately available to join.