Zayn W.

Managing Partner

Zain & Co Chartered Accoutants • Full-time

Mar 2025 - Present • 1 yr 2 mos

Worked with a diverse Pakistan-based client base across audit, accounting, and advisory engagements spanning multiple industries, including large-sized technology and IT firms, manufacturing and storage companies such as textile, chemical, and cement, as well as power generation, hospitality, and healthcare sectors. Led a full-service advisory practice covering taxation, audit, corporate compliance, outsourced accounting, and financial consulting. Managed end-to-end client engagements from onboarding to execution and reporting, ensuring consistent service quality. Advised on income tax, sales tax, and regulatory compliance, including company incorporation, SECP filings, and governance structuring. Delivered audits and risk reviews in line with IFRS and international standards. Provided financial advisory including valuations, feasibility studies, capital raising, and Fractional CFO support. Also led implementation of systems like QuickBooks, Xero, Oracle, Dynamics 365, Odoo, Zoho and SAP to enable scalable and compliant operations.

Manager Corporate Finance

Synergistic Financial Advisors Pvt Ltd • Freelance

Sep 2024 - Present • 1 yr 8 mos

Worked on financial feasibility, project finance, and corporate finance mandates across Pakistan and the GCC, supporting large-scale industrial and infrastructure projects. Built detailed financial models covering revenue projections, cost structures, valuations, and scenario analysis to support investment decisions and fundraising. Led budgeting and forecasting cycles, aligning financial plans with strategic objectives, and performed variance analysis to track performance and identify gaps. Managed treasury functions including cash flow planning, liquidity management, and banking coordination. Supported debt financing by preparing projections, repayment structures, and evaluating cost of capital. Also executed buy-side due diligence, reviewing financials, assessing risks, and coordinating with legal and tax teams to deliver a complete investment perspective.

Managing Partner

SAZ Square Business Consultants Pvt Ltd • Full-time

Dec 2022 - Present • 3 yrs 5 mos

Worked with clients across Australia, USA, UK, Canada, Malaysia, Saudi Arabia, and India, delivering accounting, financial, and investment advisory services. Led budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning for startups and SMEs, along with financial modelling including DCF, LBO, and comparable analysis for valuations and fundraising. Managed due diligence, pitch decks, and investor communication across transactions. Implemented systems like QuickBooks, Xero, and SAP B1, ensuring accurate reporting and automation. Delivered board-level insights, KPI dashboards, and ensured IFRS and regulatory compliance while leading cross-functional advisory teams.