Contact
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Abu Taher
[email protected]
01683-188221
House-9, Lane-2, Block-B, Mirpur-6,
Dhaka- 1216
CA-CC, PGDTM, MBS & BBS (Accounting)
Skills Summary
• Auditing & Risk management As a Professional Auditor with 6+ years of experience, I possess a solid background
• Cost reduction options analyze in accounting control and auditing, with specialized expertise in risk management
and mitigation for large corporate entities. I am highly proficient in implementing
• Audit facilitation & Process evaluations
cost reduction strategies, conducting special investigations into fraud and waste, and
• Exceptional Analytical Skills
leveraging my analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills to achieve
• Organizational & Time Management
desirable outcomes. My strengths lie in Auditing, Operational and Processes, with a
Skills
results-focused approach that promotes and mitigates risk while developing internal
• Report writing and Presentation skills
control. As a proactive leader, I prioritize communication and collaboration, and
• Identifying Concerns & Audit Findings
excel in managing concurrent objectives to encourage efficiency and influence
• Conflict resolution and negotiation
positive outcomes. Currently pursuing a CA degree in Accountancy & Auditing at The
skills
Institute of Chartered Accountants of Bangladesh (ICAB) and The Institute of Internal
• Risk analysis and control assessment
Auditors of Bangladesh (IIAB). I am committed to continuously developing my skills
• Problem-Solving Skills
and staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in my field.
• Fraud Investigations
• Oral communication skills Experience
• Understanding of Various Business DBL Group – Sr. Executive (Internal Audit) 12/2020 – Current
Lines A conglomerate (23 Companies including 3 listed Companies) having a business in
• Analyze & Preparation the Financial vertically integrated textile and apparel manufacturing, concerns in Dredging, VLSI
Statements Design, Sewing Thread, Dyed Fiber & Yarn, ICT & Telecommunications, Ceramic Tiles,
• Accounting Software (ERP-Tally, Pharmaceuticals and Light Engineering sectors. Since my employment, I have been
Oracle, SAP, QuickBooks proficient) involved in many areas of the group. Some key responsibilities are presented below:
• Identified several lead fraud investigations audits which lead to the successful
Education prosecution and based on the report took legal & disciplinary action against a
responsible Auditee.
Chartered Accountancy (CA-CC): • Assisting in the development and execution of the annual internal audit plan, which
A Wahab & Co. (Chartered Accountants) outlines the specific audit activities that will be undertaken over the course of the
The Institute of Chartered year.
Accountants of Bangladesh (ongoing) • Conducting operational, financial, and compliance audits in order to evaluate the
(2015-2018) effectiveness of internal controls and identify potential areas of risk.
• Preparing audit reports that summarize findings and recommendations for
Post Graduate Diploma: Tax
improvements.
Management United International
University • Prepares working papers for review and management presentations so that
Tax, Vat & Customs (2019-2020) management can take the proper decision.
• Communicating audit results to senior management and other stakeholders in the
Masters of Business Studies (M.B.S): organization, and working collaboratively with them to develop plans for addressing
(1st) Accounting, National University any issues that have been identified.
(2013) • Following up on the implementation of audit recommendations to ensure that they
have been effectively addressed.
Bachelor of Business Studies (B.B.S): • Performing special investigations & assignments, identifying loopholes and
(2nd) Accounting, National University recommending risk aversion measures and cost savings.
(2012) • Audit data posted in Audit Software (IAMS) for future reference and taken proper
HSC: Business Studies action plan and provide recommendation to resolve the audit issues.
Sahid Syed Nazrul Islam College, • Staying up-to-date with changes in laws, regulations, and industry best practices
Dhaka Board, GPA: 4.80, 2008 related to internal auditing, and incorporating this knowledge into my audit
activities.
SSC: Business Studies
Pre-Cadet High School, Bashundhara Group - Executive (Internal Audit) 09/2018 - 11/2020
Dhaka Board, GPA: 4.75, 2006 As a member of a conglomerate consisting of 50 companies with vertical businesses
in different sectors, I have had the opportunity to work in various areas of the group,
Training & Certifications primarily in the Sector-C division (Paper Sector, Multi-Trading, Toggi IT, Airways, T-
Sports and Food Chain). Within this role, I have held a range of key responsibilities
• ISO Management System Audit that have enabled me to develop my skills and expertise in the field.
Techniques and Best Practices Some of the key responsibilities are presented below:
• Risk Based Internal Audit and Forensic • Checked and verified all bills & vouchers before payments (Pre-Audit) and
Audit recording in the system.
• Risk-Based Internal Auditing & • Achieved BDT 29,00,000 cost savings by discovering opportunities to amend the
Preparation of Audit Checklist contract agreement and pre auditing activities.
• Auditing II: The Practice of Auditing • Identified Lead fraud investigation audit which leads to the success prosecution.
• Information Systems Auditing, • Completed over 100+ audits of sales locations all over the country.
Controls and Assurance • Collected and analyzed financial data, salary statement, reconciliations to identify
• Critical Thinking for Better Judgment improvements for controls and compliance.
and Decision-Making • Managed completion of planned audits, reviewed records and procedures for
• Accounting Fundamentals accuracy to accomplish objectives and appraised policies and plans under audit
• Reading Financial Statements review.
• Risk Management Specialization • Made recommendations to resolve compliance audit findings.
• SAP ERP Essential Training • Conducted periodically Purchase/Sales/Production audit to minimize the cost &
• Learning Excel: Data-Analysis suggest for process development.
• EF SET Certificate™ (58%) • Verified and Reported on Overall Equipment Efficiency (OEE), Stock/Inventory
• Completed a "Professional Back Office status, Raw Material Consumption, monthly Salary Statements, Bank
Services & Verbal Communication in Reconciliation & Financial Statements.
English" which includes basic IT Skills
such as Computer Fundamentals, A. WAHAB & CO – Article Student (Audit Assistant) 6/2015 - 10/2018
Windows, MS-Word, MS-Excel, MS- I have done the various audit & accounting works during A WAHAB & CO. (Chartered
Access, MS-PowerPoint, Hardware Accountants) such as:
Concept, Photoshop, Internet and • Created and implemented audit program that could identify risks and assess
effective English communication dated compliance requirements.
04-04-2018 to 08-07-2018 (3 months) • To prepare financial statements in compliance with relevant IFRS/IAS.
from "Bangladesh Association of Call • Skilled in cash & bank management, bank reconciliation, Fixed asset Management.
Centre & Outsourcing (BACCO) & • Ability to carry out Internal & External Audit and reporting to Manager.
Workplace Skill Development • Conducted External Financial Audit on Banks (Rupali Bank Ltd, ICB), Power
Academy New Zealand (WSDA)" under Generation Company (REL), Manufacturing Company (Aman Spinning, Monno
SEIP Project which supported by Ceramics, Turag Garments, and J.J.Fashion) Group of Companies (Rahim Group),
Ministry of Finance, Bangladesh. Liaison Offices (Tuli Trading, Lindex), NGOs (Save the Children, The Asia
foundation, NHSDP, HYSAWA, DW, CPD, MCC, Rupantar , PKSF and Aga Khan
Foundation), Government Projects (LGSP), Investigation (BNWLA/Gain
Additional Information International), and other Organizations (American Club, British High
• Honors-Awards, Assistant Executive to Commission Commigrates, Sweden Embassy).
Executive within 5 months in
Bashundhara Group (Internal Audit). The Asia Foundation–Finance & Grants Assistant 12/2015 - 11/2016
Behalf of A WAHAB & CO. (Chartered Accountants), I worked as a Grants Assistant in
• Having more than 63 online The Asia Foundation. My key responsibilities are as follows:
certification and passed & acquired 9 • Worked with partner organizations’ program and finance staff to ensure financial
skill assessment badges from LinkedIn. activities are carried out according to the agreement, policies and
procedures set forth.
• Worked with partner organizations to sure all financial reporting requirements
are met in a timely and accurate manner.
• Ensured full compliance with donor (USAID, SIDA) requirements & carried out
I, Abu Taher, declare that the above- financial reviews and assessments of partner Organizations.
mentioned information is true and • Reviewed budget proposals of grantees and sub-contractors and developing
correct to the best of my knowledge and letters of grants /contracts.
belief. • Analyzed financial reports, budgets, and expenses of respective partners,
reviewing any proposed changes of budgets and plans, and developing
amendment letters.
• Prepared cash projections, analyzing funds status of partners, and ensuring funds
ABU TAHER are released as per required schedules.
---------------------------------------- • Coordinated with program management staff regarding monitoring of financial
Dated: July 6, 2023 and programmatic deliverable of grantees.
