Shafaq H

Shafaq H. brings a wealth of expertise to her current role as Senior Analyst at Colonial First State, where she plays a pivotal role in driving financial insights and strategic decision-making. Leveraging her solid academic background in Applied Accounting from Oxford Brookes University and her ACCA qualification, Shafaq specializes in management accounting, financial analysis, and stakeholder engagement. Her responsibilities encompass producing accurate and timely project financial and non-financial information, which is critical for guiding strategic initiatives and ensuring transparency across the organization.

In her role, Shafaq actively contributes to the monthly, half-year, and year-end management accounting processes, particularly focusing on live projects to ensure that project spend is well-controlled, accurately forecasted, and fully understood by all stakeholders. Her expertise in expense management and financial reporting supports the organization’s commitment to cost efficiency and financial discipline. She also assists in monitoring strategic project expenditures, aligning financial forecasts with organizational goals, and providing insights that facilitate informed decision-making.

Shafaq’s key projects often involve cross-functional collaboration, where her strong communication, interpersonal skills, and attention to detail enable her to liaise effectively with finance teams, project managers, and senior leadership. Her proficiency in internal audit, asset management, and research further enhances her ability to identify financial risks and opportunities, ensuring that Colonial First State maintains robust financial controls and compliance standards. With her comprehensive skill set and industry knowledge, Shafaq continues to add value by supporting the organization’s strategic growth and operational excellence in the competitive financial services landscape.