M.A. JAMIL HAIDRI
Financial Controller
Lagos
Summary
Accomplished finance and accounting professional with over 25 years of experience leading financial operations, internal controls, taxation, audit coordination, and strategic planning across multinational organizations. Proven record of strengthening financial integrity, ensuring compliance, and driving operational efficiency. Skilled in project management, budgeting, and cost optimization, consistently delivering sustainable and cost-effective results. Seeking to contribute financial leadership and strategic insight to a progressive organization focused on innovation and growth.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work history
Financial Controller
Borini Prono & Co. (Nig.) Ltd.
Lagos
09.2006 - Current
- Company Overview: Italian Construction Company
- Supervise daily accounting operations in ERP (COGE), including journal, payment, and receipt vouchers
- Prepare monthly, quarterly, & annual financial statements & management reports
- Monitor internal controls and ensure compliance with IFRS standards
- Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes
- Manage financial risk and ensure efficient cash flow operations
- Coordinate internal and external audits, including FIRS investigations
- Liaise with tax consultants for timely tax return filings and final assessments
- Italian Construction Company
Assistant Manager – Accounts & Finance
Shifa International Hospitals Limited
Islamabad
04.2002 - 08.2006
- Company Overview: Publicly Listed Company (KSE)
- To prepare monthly accounts & FS in compliance with statutory requirements
- Maintained fixed asset register and depreciation schedules
- Coordinated with external auditors and managed audit readiness
- Conducted variance analysis and developed financial projections
- Handled income tax compliance under the Income Tax Ordinance, 2001
- Filed VAT returns, handled refunds, exemptions & appeals
- Managed accounts payable and monitored construction project accounts
- Supported CFO and CEO with special reporting and strategic assignments
- Publicly Listed Company (KSE)
Senior Accounts Officer
Bayindir Construction, Tourism, Trade and Industry Inc.
Islamabad
05.1998 - 02.2002
- Managed registration and payments of subcontractors and contractors
- Performed monthly bank reconciliations and supervised bank transactions
- Maintained digital bookkeeping and financial records
- Oversaw payroll preparation and disbursement
- Handled budget planning for site operations and construction activities
- Coordinated internal audits and managed income tax compliance
- Ensured contract documentation and cost tracking for project finance
Trainee
Amir Alam Khan & Co.
Rawalpindi
05.1994 - 05.1998
- Company Overview: Chartered Accountants
- Chartered Accountants
Education
Master of Business Administration -
2004 - 2006
Finance
GPA: 3.5 CGPA
Diploma in Computer Studies -
GPA: Distinction
- Commerce
1989 - 1991
B-Com.
1st Division
-Science
Higher Secondary Certificate, Science (F.Sc), Pakistan
2nd division
Matriculation - Science
1st division
Skills
Computer Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Database management
- Networking fundamentals
- Legacy software proficiency
Project Management Skills
- Directed end-to-end project execution with a focus on efficiency, quality, and timely delivery
- Developed and monitored budgets, implementing cost-control measures that ensured projects remained financially sustainable
- Applied structured planning and resource allocation to optimize workflows and minimize waste
- Consistently delivered cost-effective results by identifying savings opportunities and enforcing accountability across all project phases
Certification
Tax Advisor - ICT, 02/01/25, 07/31/25
Personal Information
- Date of birth: 01/27/71
- Nationality: Pakistani
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
Urdu
Proficient (C2)
Punjabi
Native
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Financial Controller - Borini Prono & Co. (Nig.) Ltd.
09.2006 - Current
FUUAST - Master of Business Administration,
2004 - 2006
Assistant Manager – Accounts & Finance - Shifa International Hospitals Limited
04.2002 - 08.2006
Senior Accounts Officer - Bayindir Construction, Tourism, Trade and Industry Inc.
05.1998 - 02.2002
Trainee - Amir Alam Khan & Co.
05.1994 - 05.1998
Government College of Commerce - , - Commerce
1989 - 1991
CDS - Affiliated NCC UK - Diploma in Computer Studies,
Government College - , -Science
GCHS Jhelum - Matriculation, Science
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