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Umair Abdul Rehman

Umair Abdul Rehman

Chartered Accountant Audit & Finance Leader

Accounting / Finance

Reading, Reading

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I am a Chartered Accountant and Audit/Finance Leader with over nine years of experience across Sky UK, PwC, and KPMG, specialising in audit, assurance, financial reporting, and controls management under IFRS and UK GAAP. As a Fellow Member of ACCA and nearing completion of my ICAP qualification, I combine strong technical expertise with a passion for delivering insights that drive compliance, efficiency, and strategic decision‑making.

Throughout my career, I have led large, cross‑functional teams across the UK, Europe, and internationally, mentoring junior professionals and fostering collaboration in fast‑paced, multinational environments. I am highly skilled in SAP FI‑CO, Oracle Fusion, Magnitude, Power BI, Tableau, Alteryx, and advanced Excel, enabling me to transform complex data into actionable outcomes. Recognised consistently as a high performer, I thrive on building trusted client relationships, influencing senior stakeholders, and resolving high‑risk issues with clarity and impact.

I am motivated by purpose‑led organisations and inclusive cultures, with a long‑term goal of broadening my impact in strategic finance, governance, and public service delivery. I bring adaptability, emotional intelligence, and a continuous improvement mindset to every role, ensuring both technical excellence and meaningful organisational contribution.

Approximate rate: £ 130 per hour

Experience

I am a Chartered Accountant and Finance Leader with over nine years of experience across Sky UK, PwC, and KPMG, specialising in audit, assurance, financial reporting, and controls management under IFRS and UK GAAP. As a Fellow Member of ACCA and nearing completion of my ICAP qualification, I combine strong technical expertise with leadership and stakeholder engagement skills.

At Sky UK, I managed quarterly assurance engagements, strengthened governance frameworks, and delivered actionable insights that influenced remediation of high‑risk issues and supported acquisition and refinancing projects. At PwC, I directed statutory audits, group consolidations, and transfer pricing reviews for multinational clients, leading teams of 20+ and streamlining reporting processes to improve efficiency. At KPMG, I gained international exposure through assignments in Saudi Arabia and Qatar, building a strong foundation in statutory audits, risk assessment, and client relationship management.

Recognised consistently as a High Performer, I bring advanced proficiency in SAP FI‑CO, Oracle Fusion, Magnitude, Power BI, Tableau, Alteryx, and Excel, enabling me to transform complex data into clear, actionable insights. My career reflects a balance of technical excellence, team leadership, and process improvement, with a strong motivation to contribute to purpose‑led organisations and deliver meaningful impact.

Education

I am a Fellow Member of ACCA and nearing completion of my Chartered Accountancy qualification with ICAP, providing a strong professional foundation in audit, assurance, and financial reporting under IFRS and UK GAAP. I also hold a Master’s in Economics and a Bachelor’s in Commerce from the University of Karachi, which have equipped me with analytical and financial principles that complement my technical accounting expertise. This combination of professional qualifications and academic study demonstrates both technical rigour and a commitment to continuous professional development.

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