Farooq Sayani

Forward-looking financial leader transforming traditional finance functions into strategic growth enablers through data-driven insights and automation. Game-changing financial executive with an impressive track record of implementing high-impact growth strategies, robust internal controls, and efficient reporting systems. Respected for maximizing profits with ethics and integrity. Relentless in exceeding ambitious financial goals while minimizing expenses and bottlenecks. Expert in extracting maximum value from operations through skilled strategic planning and financial, operating, and administrative management. Expert in training, leading, and coaching top performing accounting teams.

Current Role: Group CFO

Companies: New Horizon Computers, Optimum Vision (Pvt) Ltd, IHV (Pvt) Ltd, Skyia Technologies
Tenure: Jul 2022 – Present

• Leading financial strategy, planning, and funding decisions.
• Oversaw Oracle Fusion ERP implementation.
• Achieved PKR 130M+ in tax savings and refunds.
• Directed M&A due diligence and acquisition.
• Managed Rs. 2 billion in financing instruments.
• Mentored a 15-member high-performance team.

Previous CFO Roles:

RB Avari Enterprises (Pvt) Ltd (Feb 2022 – Jun 2022):
Launched new revenue streams, reduced costs by 15%, improved cash flow, and cut month-end close time from 24 to 8 days.

Merin (Pvt) Ltd (Dec 2019 – Jan 2022):
Drove 23% sales and 18% profit growth, optimized working capital, and strengthened governance and internal controls.

Audit and Internal Control Experience:

Group Internal Audit Manager – Renna Mobile (Oman) (Nov 2018 – Nov 2019):
Built and led internal audit frameworks, conducted risk-based audits, and enhanced governance practices.

Audit Manager – KPMG Oman (Dec 2016 – Oct 2018):
Led audits for key clients, coached teams, and resolved complex audit issues.

Audit Roles – Deloitte Pakistan & UAE (2012 – 2016):
Progressed from junior to manager-level, independently led multiple audits, and completed secondment in UAE, managing 12 audits in one week each.

MS in Business Analytics
Combines advanced data analysis, machine learning, and business intelligence to drive strategic decision-making.

Associate Chartered Accountant (ACA)
Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan (ICAP) – A rigorous qualification covering financial reporting, audit, taxation, business strategy, and financial management.

Associate Public Finance Accountant (APFA)
Specialized knowledge in public sector accounting, budgeting, and financial reporting, offered by the Pakistan Institute of Public Finance Accountants (PIPFA).