Syed Kashif Hussain CPA

Syed Kashif Hussain - Professional Summary:   I have been working as ManagerInternal Audit in Tameer  Microfinance Bank Limited since July 2007,TAMEER is a Microfinance bank managed by a group of highly experienced bankers committed to go where no (commercial) bank has gone before. It is a private commercial scheduled Microfinance bank licensed by the State Bank of Pakistan under the Microfinance Ordnance 2001.

 

Syed Kashif Hussain - Professional Experience:  
TAMEER MICROFINANCE BANK LIMITED:
Designation: Assistant Manager.
Department: Internal Audit Division
Tenure: July 2, 2007 to Present.

Mobile No. +920213458283755 or +920213454754786
Contact No: 111-111-004, Ext 1053
Reports to: Audit Head
Official Email: kashif.hussain@tameebank.com

 

BRANCHLESS BANKING AUDIT (easypaisa -Telenor) 
Audit Area 

 Branchless Banking Agent Selection Process Review

 Evaluation of Branchless Banking Agents' Control Check 

  Regulatory Compliance Check of  Branchless Banking Agents

  Fraud Management and Investigation Process Review Branchless Banking 

  Dispute Management Branchless Banking 
 Account Opening and Branchless Banking Opreations and AML Comliance Check

 

 

MANAGEMENT AUDIT OPERATIONAL AUDIT
Audit Area Audit Area Audit Area

 FINCON (Financial Control)
 Human Resources
 Procurement
 Risk Credit Committee
 Financial Statement
 Preparation of Audit Checklist

 

BRANCH AUDIT
 Core Branch Operations
 Sales Operations
 Recovery Operations
 TAT calculations
 Field Visits loan customers

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AUDIT

 IT Governance
 System & Infrastructure Life Cycle Management
 IT service Delivery & Support
 Protection of Information Assets
 Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery

CobiT 4.1:
 Planning & Organizing
 Acquiring & Implementing
 Delivering & Support
 Monitoring and Evaluation

Roles and Responsibilities Roles and Responsibilities
i) To lead, supervise & conduct audits.
ii) Plan, conduct and review the performance of the segment of the assignment under responsibility.
iii) Perform audits of the Bank's operations to review effectiveness of accounting and managerial controls and accuracy of recorded data; evaluating level of efficiency, safeguard of assets; and ensure that the same are in compliance with applicable laws and policies and procedures.
iv) Arrange special reviews or investigations as may be advised by the Executive Manager.
v) Ensure that the audit program is carried out faithfully in letter and spirit.
vi) Conduct and complete audits within time and budget with emphasis on areas of importance while conducting audits.
vii) See that audit working papers adequately support the audit findings, conclusions.
viii) Ensure that standards of planning, audit work, and reporting are met.
ix) Prepare formal written reports addressed to the departmental heads on the audit of their respective functions.
x) Determine staffing requirements for assignments and for those under his supervision.
xi) Continue to develop expertise in specialized areas to advise and guide the audit staff.
xii) Arrange other work which may be assigned by the Executive Manager.
xiii) Update and maintain knowledge of current accounting and auditing practices through continuing professional education.
xiv) Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
xv) To ensure compliance of Microfinance Prudential Regulations & Microfinance Ordinance.
xvi) Analysis and review of the loan portfolio of the banks, review also involves ensuring the adherence to the Prudential Regulations issued by the State Bank of Pakistan for credit control.

 

Roles and Responsibilities Roles and Responsibilities

i) To plan and supervise IT audits, reviews and special projects, which include completion of risk-analysis, determination of the objective, nature, timing and scope of work in accordance with applicable professional standards with coordination with the Information Systems Manager.
ii) Monitor the effectiveness and independence of system program change controls, system and security administration,
iii) Participate in auditing computer system, including the adequacy of controls in systems in use or under development.
iv) Assess the completeness and effectiveness of business continuity efforts through review of departmental plans and results of annual testing.
v) Coordinate with the Information System Manger to address questions raised by external auditors and regulators related to IT controls and reviews. Additionally, work with information systems management during threat and vulnerability assessment and / or other security reviews, as necessary.
vi) Discuss deficiencies with management and recommend actions to improve controls, enhance information integrity, streamline processes, and reduce costs. Where appropriate, recommend changes in policies and procedures to enhance controls and to correct deficiencies.
vii) Review and evaluate the adequacy of the overall accounting and non-accounting record residing in the computerized information system.
viii) Update and maintain knowledge of current auditing, data processing, accounting practices, Bank policies and SBP / SECP
ix) Stay current on best practices in the field of technology practices and IT auditing. Require attendance of internal and / or external training programs.

 

 

Syed Kashif Hussain - Education:     ] 

 

CPA from Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Pakistan

 

Syed Kashif Hussain - Interests:     BRANCHLESS BANKING AUDIT - CORE BRANCH OPREATIONS AUDIT - IT AUDIT

 

 

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