Akhtar Khan
Founder and CEO, Stars Enterprise (under formation)
Chartered Accountant with more than 30 years experience in various industries. Involved in improving culture and performance, and obtaining financing at optimal terms. Now involved in several large projects for financing and deal-making.
Looking to acquire several good c-stores and gas stations in Central Florida. Will reduce management overheads, reduce prices of products through better negotiation, add revenue streams, manage more effectively, etc.
Seeking funding.
Deal-making. Need financing for major projects, and will work with anyone needing finance/investment, provided Business Plan shows viability and good returns.
Largest construction company in Saudi Arabia.
Involved in monitoring several contracts in excess of US $ 100 million each from a financial and management perspective.
Also involved in advising owners on matters requiring financial expertise.
1991 - 2001Largest manufacturer and distributor of reconditioned milk and juices in the Middle East.
Actively participated in the implementation of a complete ERP system as the representative of Finance function in the committee.
Increased bank facilities substantially to finance 300% growth in six years, with reduced and competitive pricing.
Introduced and implemented standard costing system.
Merged three separate companies with totally different systems into one.
Evaluated, acquired and merged four companies across borders.
Improved corporate culture and created team-work in a multi-cultural environment.
1987 - 1991Brokerage house in London for trading in commodities and currencies.
Supervised finance, treasury, and back-office functions.
Improved banking relationships
1981 - 1986High Voltage electrification contractors of cities, and distributors of White Westinghouse products.
I was responsible for all financial matters relating to the company, including financing from banks, monitoring performance on contracts, negotiating and approving purchase orders to vendors, improving financial systems.
1978 - 1981Conducted audit and consultancy assignments at multi0-national companies.
1975 - 1978Pakistani subsidiary of Lipton (tea), which was acquired by Unilever.
Responsible for all finance, treasury, and accounting functions. Substantially improved banking relationships. Primary responsibility for Head Office reporting and cost control.