Umar Maqsood

Chief Financial Officer

Professional Overview
Umar Maqsood is an accomplished finance and accounting professional with over 7 years of experience across diverse industries. As the Chief Financial Officer at Ejari, he is responsible for leading the company's financial strategy, driving operational efficiency, and ensuring compliance with all relevant financial regulations.

Experience Summary

Current Role
As the Chief Financial Officer at Ejari, Umar oversees all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and risk management. He has played a pivotal role in streamlining the company's financial processes, improving cash flow management, and implementing robust internal controls to ensure financial stability and growth. Under his leadership, Ejari has successfully navigated challenging market conditions and emerged as a financially sound and resilient organization.

Career Progression
Prior to his current role, Umar held various finance and accounting positions, including Head of Finance and Accounting at Rize, Accounting Manager at Soum, and Lead Accountant and Taxation Specialist at Retailo Technologies. He also gained valuable experience as an Audit Associate at KPMG in Pakistan, where he honed his skills in financial auditing and compliance. Throughout his career, Umar has demonstrated a strong track record of driving operational improvements, optimizing financial processes, and contributing to the overall success of the organizations he has served.

Academic Background
Umar holds a Master's degree in Finance from the University of Lahore, where he graduated with distinction. He also possesses a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification, which further enhances his expertise in financial reporting, analysis, and strategic decision-making.

Areas of Expertise

• Financial planning and analysis

• Budgeting and forecasting

• Cash flow management

• Financial reporting and compliance

• Risk management and internal controls

• Strategic financial decision-making

• Taxation and regulatory compliance

Professional Impact
During his tenure at Rize, Umar played a crucial role in optimizing the company's financial operations, resulting in a 25% improvement in profitability. At Retailo Technologies, he led the implementation of a new enterprise resource planning (ERP) system, which enhanced financial transparency and streamlined the company's accounting processes.

Conclusion
Umar Maqsood is a versatile finance and accounting professional with a proven track record of driving financial excellence and operational efficiency. As the Chief Financial Officer at Ejari, he continues to leverage his expertise to guide the company's financial strategy, ensure financial stability, and contribute to its overall growth and success.