Zain Ahmed Zubair - Fcca Fca

Financial Planning And Analysis Controller (fp&a Controller) at DNO ASA

Zain Ahmed Zubair has had extensive work experience in the finance and accounting field. Starting in 2008, they worked as a Senior at A. F. Ferguson & Co., where they conducted financial audits and provided advisory services to conglomerates and listed groups in various industries. From 2012 to 2014, they worked as a Senior Associate at PwC UAE, specializing in financial audits and advisory services for diverse conglomerates and listed groups within the Investment Parks, Economic zones, and Real Estate industry.

In 2014, Zain joined OilSERV as a Project Finance Partner, managing a $60M EPC project for a midstream gas production facility. Zain Ahmed was responsible for financial management and stakeholder coordination. Zain Ahmed also contributed to the implementation of project accounting and controls, as well as resolving invoicing disputes. Later, Zain became the Finance Business Partner for Surface Production Management, Fluids and Solids Management, and HQ, overseeing financial and cashflow management of a $100M business portfolio. Zain Ahmed also ensured compliance with internal finance requirements and optimized income tax.

From 2016 to 2019, Zain worked at OilSERV as the Consolidation & Reporting Manager, Head of AP and Treasury. In this role, they managed central treasury and trade finance relationships, oversaw core finance functions, and led business performance reviews. Zain Ahmed achieved notable successes in managing the central treasury function and implementing error-free VAT return filing processes.

In 2019, Zain transitioned to the role of Financial Planning and Analysis Manager at OilSERV, responsible for budgeting, forecast planning, and control. Zain Ahmed led the budget vs. actual variance analysis and reporting process, ensuring deviations were thoroughly investigated. From 2020 to 2021, Zain served as the Head of Internal Audit and Commercial Finance, overseeing the tendering process, internal audit, and budgeting functions.

Currently, Zain is working at DNO ASA as the Financial Planning and Analysis Controller (FP&A Controller). Zain Ahmed'sresponsibilities include leading BU License Economics, budgeting, forecast planning, and control. Zain Ahmed also conducts business performance reviews and ensures effective budget delivery to partners and the Ministry.

Zain's work experience demonstrates their expertise in financial planning and analysis, budgeting, forecasting, internal audit, commercial finance, and project management. Zain Ahmed'sstrong understanding of business drivers and control environment has enabled him to make significant contributions in their roles.

Zain Ahmed Zubair - FCCA, FCA received their Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) degree in Accounting and Finance from Karachi University from 2006 to 2008. During the same period, they also pursued their Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) qualification, focusing on Accounting, Auditing, and Financial Management. Continuing their education, from 2008 to 2011, they attended the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan to acquire their Chartered Accountant designation. In this program, they studied various subjects such as Accounts, Tax, Auditing, Corporate Law, and Financial Management.

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