Shahid Mahmood Khan

Role

Manager

Qualifications

Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com), University of the Punjab
Chartered Accountancy (CAF Level), Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan (ICAP)
GCC VAT Compliance Diploma, Association of Taxation Technicians (ATT) / PwC
UAE Corporate Tax Certification (KHDA)
Certified Investigative & Forensic Auditor (CIFA)

Shahid is a seasoned finance and taxation professional with over two decades of experience in accounting, auditing, financial reporting, taxation, and advisory services across the UAE.

He has worked extensively with businesses operating in sectors such as trading, real estate, manufacturing, hospitality, contracting, and construction, helping organisations strengthen financial controls, improve reporting accuracy, and maintain regulatory compliance.

At Beaufort Associates, Shahid currently manages multiple accounting, taxation, and financial advisory engagements. His expertise includes financial statement preparation, VAT compliance, IFRS reporting, budgeting, internal controls, audit coordination, and financial process improvement.

Prior to joining Beaufort, Shahid worked with reputed audit and accounting firms including HES Chartered Accountants, BDO Ebrahim & Co., and Khalid Majid Rehman Chartered Accountants, where he gained extensive experience in audit planning, risk assessment, financial investigations, and compliance reviews.

Shahid holds several professional qualifications and certifications in finance, audit, VAT, and corporate taxation from The Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Pakistan (ADPA and PGDPA), Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan (CAF), Association of Taxation Technician UK (GCC Vat Compliance Diploma), RHMC Institute (Corporate Tax Certificate), The Institute of Auditing Pakistan (ACIAP), and the Institute of Forensic Accountants Pakistan (AFA), Institute of Financial Consultants Canada (CFC) and holds graduation in commerce.

Areas of Focus

Accounting & Financial Reporting

Supporting businesses with accounting, bookkeeping, financial statement preparation, and management reporting while ensuring compliance with IFRS and regulatory requirements.

VAT & Corporate Tax

Advising clients on UAE VAT and Corporate Tax matters, assisting with compliance obligations, tax registrations, filings, and maintaining accurate tax records.

Audit Support & Financial Compliance

Assisting businesses with audit preparation, responding to auditor requirements, strengthening compliance frameworks, and improving reporting accuracy.

Financial Controls & Process Improvement

Reviewing financial systems, implementing internal controls, and enhancing accounting processes to improve operational efficiency and financial governance.

Budgeting, Reconciliations & Management Reporting

Preparing budgets, performing account reconciliations, conducting financial reviews, and providing management reports that support informed business decisions.

Forensic Reviews & Advisory

Supporting forensic review assignments, financial investigations, and analytical engagements requiring detailed examination of financial records and transactions.