Available for Freelance

Elevating Finance & Data Architecture

Freelance Finance & Data Management Consultant

Providing expert freelance solutions in corporate financial analysis, database structuring, and operational reporting pipelines for international small-and-medium enterprises.

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About Me

I am a seasoned Finance and Project Controls Professional with a career spanning over 25 years. I specialize in delivering financial oversight, grant management frameworks, and process-driven commercial plans that drive operational excellence across donor-funded and large-scale infrastructure projects.

My core strengths lie in navigating complex compliance environments (FCDO, USAID, World Bank), streamlining back-office operational cycles, and leveraging data architecture tools (Advanced Excel, Power BI) to automate reporting and support critical business decisions.

25+

Years of Experience

30%

Reporting Time Saved

100%

Audit & Donor Compliance

Multi-M

Budgets Managed

Core Expertise

Project Controls & Operations

Project Controls Procurement & Asset Management Office Management Health & Safety Management

Finance & Compliance

Financial Management & Reporting Grants & Contracts Management Statutory Compliance Client Invoicing & Billing

Leadership & Efficiency

Team Management Cross-functional Coordination Operational Systems Optimization

Tools & Technology

Advanced MS Excel Power BI (Dashboards) Power Query ERP & Accounting Systems

Web & Developer Tools

HTML5 CSS3 JavaScript (JS) Google Apps Script Git / GitHub Chrome DevTools

Professional Experience

MML

Office Manager / Project Coordinator / Country Finance & Grants Manager Mott MacDonald Limited (Pakistan Branch)

Sep 2016 – Present

Designed and implemented robust grant management frameworks for FCDO and World Bank projects, overseeing secure disbursements.
Established project controls and commercial plans that improved financial transparency and reduced cycle times by 30%.
Led client coordination, invoicing, and contract compliance, ensuring 100% adherence to donor and statutory requirements.
Developed automated financial and project dashboards in Excel and Power BI, enabling real-time decision-making for senior management.
Directed the Country Finance Department, managing multimillion-dollar budgets and ensuring timely compliance.
Oversaw office operations, procurement, and asset management, achieving major cost savings through streamlined processes.
Championed health & safety and data privacy initiatives, embedding best practices across the organization.

DAI

Grants Coordinator DAI

Sep 2014 – Aug 2016

Designed and implemented grant management and financial control systems, ensuring full compliance with donor guidelines.
Conducted financial reviews and cash-flow management that improved liquidity planning and reduced funding delays.
Acted as primary liaison with clients on commercial aspects, strengthening commercial trust and transparency.
Developed project reporting dashboards that enhanced visibility of grant performance and supported decision-making.

MEDA

Grants Management Specialist MEDA Pakistan

Feb 2011 – Aug 2014

Established financial management systems for grantees, improving accountability and reporting accuracy.
Conducted financial reviews and audits, identifying risks and ensuring corrective actions were implemented.
Successfully closed out multiple USAID-funded grants, meeting all compliance requirements.
Delivered training and capacity-building for grantees, strengthening long-term financial sustainability.

IUCN

Manager Accounts IUCN – The World Conservation Union

Jan 2006 – Feb 2011

Managed commercials for multiple conservation projects, ensuring donor and statutory compliance.
Directed the Country Finance Department, overseeing budgeting, reporting, and audits.
Developed financial reporting tools and templates that standardized reporting across projects.
Coordinated external and internal audits, achieving clean audit outcomes consistently.

MPD

Accountant Ministry of Planning & Development Division

Feb 2004 – Dec 2005

Implemented computerized accounting systems, modernizing financial operations and reducing manual errors.
Managed payroll, audits, and preparation of financial statements for government projects.
Oversaw client invoicing, ensuring timely revenue recognition and compliance with government standards.

Accounts Officer cum Computer Trainer M. Yousuf Adil Saleem & Co. (Deloitte)

Oct 1995 – Jun 2001

Developed electronic accounting systems and internal controls, improving efficiency and accuracy.
Delivered computer application training to CA students and government employees, enhancing digital literacy.
Supported audit teams with financial analysis and system reviews.

DRP

Service Coordinator Digital Radio Paging Limited (DC Pager)

Jun 1994 – Oct 1995

Coordinated service operations and managed staff shifts to ensure uninterrupted paging services.
Improved scheduling efficiency, reducing downtime and enhancing customer satisfaction.

Education

Masters in Business Administration (MBA-Finance)

University of Peshawar, Pakistan, 2007

UOP

Bachelor of Commerce (B. Com)

University of Punjab, Pakistan, 1992

QAU

Professional Certification in Computer Sciences (PC)

Quaid-e-Azam University, Islamabad, Pakistan

Languages

English Urdu Punjabi Pushto

Certifications & Training

Financial Management Trainings

USAID/CIDA and FAO Rules and Regulations Training

Advanced MS Excel Training

Power BI – Dashboard Reporting & Power Query

Project Cycle Management

Management Skills Training

Security & Ethics Training

Get in Touch

Let's collaborate

Discuss database operations, financial controls, grants compliance audits, or consulting opportunities.

Email amerbutt.pk@gmail.com

Phone +92 345 5995299

Location Islamabad, Pakistan