Shamsul Arefin Arif

Deputy Manager (Accounts)
Contact No.: 01916580073
Email: sarif@cegisbd.com, arefin.arif@hotmail.com

Career Summary

Mr. Arif is highly dedicated and detail-oriented accounting professional with over 12 years of progressive experience in managerial accounting, financial accounting/management, reporting, and financial compliance. He already has been working with CEGIS as a CEGIS employee almost 10 years.Proven expertise in managing full-spectrum accounting functions, including payroll processing, bank reconciliation, fixed asset management, financial reporting, accuracy in financial statements for completion of external/internal audit coordination, and regulatory compliance. Adept at utilizing various accounting software and any other ERP systems to ensure accurate financial records and efficient workflow.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills combined with a thorough understanding of accounting principles and practices. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across Administration & Finance division and communicate effectively with CEGIS stakeholders, auditors, and regulatory bodies.

Key Competencies:

  1. Financial reporting and CEGIS final accounts preparation

  2. Payroll management and employee benefits calculation

  3. Bank reconciliation and cash flow management

  4. Fixed assets and provision accounting

  5. Audit preparation and liaison with external auditors

  6. Regulatory compliance (Including Bangladesh Bank regulations, NBR, IFRS, GAAP)

  7. Financial data analysis and report generation for CEGIS management.

  8. Corporate audit documentation and process improvement for CEGIS.


Education

1. Certified Public Accountant (CPA), UK, The Association of Accounting Professionals, Membership ID: 25053987 2. Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) Master Gateway/Advanced Management Level (Studying); 3. Master of Professional Accounting (MPA) (Studying); Dhaka University 4. Master of Business Administration (MBA) American International University of Bangladesh (AIUB); 5. Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) American International University of Bangladesh (AIUB)


Area of Interest/Expertise

  1. Procurement management
  2. Payroll Managment (Government payscale or Any others)
  3. VAT Management
  4. Corporate Tax Management
  5. Developing efficient financial processes and internal controls
  6. Supporting strategic decision-making through meaningful financial analysis
  7. Collaborating with cross-functional teams for budgeting and financial planning
  8. Engaging in continuous learning and professional development in the field of finance and accounting


Publications

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