Asif Raza

Chief Financial Officer, Pakistan

Asif brings over 18 years of multifaceted experience, blending strategic financial leadership with deep expertise in internal controls, compliance, and process optimization, particularly within the international development and global health sectors. His 12-year tenure at Marie Stopes Society (MSS) Pakistan, an international NGO focused on reproductive health, culminated in the role of Senior Manager Internal Audit. This extensive experience, combined with senior audit roles at BDO Ebrahim & Co. and his transition to Chief Financial Officer at Bazzle.pk, demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of financial operations, from robust control frameworks to strategic direction.

Asif possesses specialized expertise in navigating the complex financial and compliance requirements of the development sector, including monitoring and auditing grants from major international donors such as USAID, DFID, and RAF. His skill set also includes ERP implementation, financial reporting, and enterprise risk management. Qualified with ACCA and as a Certified Internal Auditor, and holding degrees in Law and Commerce, Asif prioritizes ongoing development, including training relevant to the sector (e.g., organizational development in collaboration with Johns Hopkins and USAID). He brings a unique blend of strategic financial oversight and in-depth development sector knowledge, poised to enhance financial stewardship and operational effectiveness for social impact initiatives.