Jahangir Alam

ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER (ACCOUNTS, TAX & VAT)

Summit Group • Full-time

May 2017 - Present • 9 yrs 6 mos

Lead the accounts, tax and VAT functions of a leading business group, ensuring accurate reporting and full statutory compliance. • Oversee general ledger, accounts payable, bank reconciliation and month-end and year-end closing • Prepare financial statements and management reports for senior leadership • Manage VAT and income tax compliance, returns and documentation • Coordinate with external auditors and regulatory authorities to keep books audit-ready • Review internal controls and strengthen accounting processes • Guide and supervise the accounts and tax team • Bookkeeping in QuickBooks Online and Xero: setup, chart of accounts, bank feeds, invoices and bills • Bank and credit card reconciliation, and clean-up of backlogged or messy books • Monthly financial statements and management reports: profit & loss, balance sheet, cash flow • VAT and income tax calculation, reconciliation, return preparation and filing • Internal audit support, accounting reviews and company registration services • Month-end closing checklists and clear, timely communication with clients