Khalid Zaman In 60 Seconds

Experienced FD with extensive blue chip industry exposure and more recently running own business alongside working with entrepreneurs to help them achieve their strategic objectives. I have worked in several senior finance roles globally; I understand what challenges entrepreneurs face and enjoy helping them find solutions. My pragmatic style and leadership qualities help me get things over the line.

Specialist Skills

Cash flow Improvement

Developed high level cashflow improvement plans and detailed budgets.

Exit Planning

Working closely with owners to review all options including exit.

Profit Improvement

Experienced in streamlining direct and indirect cost base to improve GP and profit.

Leadership

Extensive leadership skills displayed when influencing stakeholders in achieving desired outcomes.

Management Information

Provide information to help business planning and decision support.

Track Record Highlights

  • Successfully restructured loss making business turnaround and now in the growth stage.
  • Lead site disposal and lease without impacting the business operation adding shareholder value – circa £2m.
  • Advised business owners on future outcomes leading to a change in direction, divestment, and further acquisitions.
  • Adopted business partnering with key competitor to leverage value through shared resourcing and best practice sharing.
  • Served as FD for various small businesses delivering strong financial performance and control and key member of the leadership teams.
  • Improved Governance and business processes – risk compliance at various businesses both in the UK and internationally.
  • Lead the Implementation of a global system – IFRS16 lease accounting system on time and on budget using influencing skills to manage various stakeholders to deliver favourable outcomes.

Sector Experience

  • Government & Defence: Air, Sea and Land Defence Protection Systems
  • Property & Real Estate: Facility Services, Net Zero, Property Disposals, Leases, Regenerations
  • Hospitality & Tourism
  • Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics
  • Engineering

What's next?

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