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Saleem Altaher

Saleem Altaher


Chief Financial Officer (CFO)


Conroe, Texas, United States

Professional Overview


Saleem Altaher is an accomplished Chief Financial Officer (CFO) with extensive expertise in financial management, auditing, and corporate consulting. With a strong background in the finance and accounting industry, he has a proven track record of driving financial strategy, optimizing operational efficiency, and delivering sustainable growth for organizations.

Experience Summary



Current Roles


Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Paymennt.com (2023-03-01 to Present)
  • Oversee all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting

  • Provide strategic financial guidance to support the company's ambitious growth objectives

  • Implement robust internal controls and risk management frameworks to ensure financial integrity

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize resource allocation and improve profitability


Audit Manager, Rödl & Partner (2022-10-01 to Present)
  • Manage complex audits for multinational clients, ensuring compliance with financial regulations and industry best practices

  • Lead cross-functional teams in the execution of comprehensive audit procedures

  • Analyze financial data and provide actionable insights to drive operational improvements


Corporate Bookkeeping Manager & Consultant, APM Help (2022-03-01 to Present)
  • Oversee the bookkeeping and accounting functions for a diverse portfolio of clients

  • Offer strategic financial consulting services to help businesses optimize their financial processes

  • Implement cloud-based accounting solutions to improve efficiency and data accessibility


Founder, The Accountant (2019-01-01 to Present)
  • Established a boutique accounting and consulting firm serving small and medium-sized businesses

  • Provide a range of financial services, including tax planning, financial reporting, and strategic advisory


Previous Roles


  • Tax Manager, VATCOM CO. LTD (2018-01-01 to 2019-09-01)

  • Senior Auditor, EY (2016-12-01 to 2017-12-01)

  • Assurance Associate, PwC (2015-08-01 to 2016-11-01)

  • Senior Accountant, Al-Taher Tax & Financial Consultants (2012-07-01 to 2015-07-01)


Academic Background


  • Master of Business Administration (MBA), University of Houston

  • Bachelor of Science in Accounting, University of Texas at Austin


Areas of Expertise


  • Financial strategy and planning

  • Budgeting and forecasting

  • Financial reporting and analysis

  • Internal controls and risk management

  • Audit and compliance management

  • Cloud-based accounting solutions

  • Business process optimization


Professional Impact


  • Implemented streamlined financial reporting processes that improved efficiency and data transparency for a client, resulting in a 25% reduction in monthly close times.

  • Spearheaded the migration of a client's accounting systems to a cloud-based platform, improving real-time data access and enabling informed decision-making.

  • Conducted a comprehensive operational audit for a mid-sized manufacturing company, identifying cost-saving opportunities that led to a 12% improvement in profitability.


Conclusion


Saleem Altaher is a versatile and results-driven CFO with a proven ability to drive financial strategy, optimize operational efficiency, and deliver sustainable growth for organizations. His diverse experience in the finance and accounting industry, combined with his strong technical expertise and strategic leadership, position him as a valuable asset to any organization seeking to enhance its financial performance and achieve its long-term objectives.