Hammad

Head of Deal Advisory

Akhter Mahmood Mian Chartered Accountant • Full time

Aug 2024 - Present • 1 yr 10 mos

Lead the Deal Advisory function, supporting clients with fundraising, mergers and acquisitions, valuations, and transaction execution. I handle financial due diligence, deal structuring, investment analysis, and preparation of investor materials, helping businesses secure capital, evaluate opportunities, and close successful transactions. Work closely with founders, investors, and senior management to turn complex financial situations into clear, actionable decisions.

Deal Advisory

KPMG • Full time

Dec 2020 - Aug 2024 • 3 yrs 8 mos

I worked in Deal Advisory, leading complex transaction engagements across fundraising, mergers and acquisitions, valuations, and financial due diligence. I support both investors and founders through the full deal lifecycle: developing investment cases, preparing companies for capital raising, building and reviewing detailed financial models, and evaluating business performance to identify risks and value drivers. I’ve worked on deals for startups, SMEs, and large corporates, including private equity buyouts, strategic acquisitions, venture capital fundraising, and divestments. My role involves transaction structuring, deal negotiations support, valuation assessments, commercial and financial due diligence, and preparing investment memorandums and board presentations. I regularly work with CEOs, CFOs, investors, and banks, ensuring decisions are based on real insight and strong financial logic.

Audit Supervisor

Deloitte • Full time

Aug 2020 - Dec 2020 • 4 mos

Worked as an Audit Supervisor at Deloitte, leading audit engagements for mid-size and large companies. Managed planning, risk assessment, internal control testing, and detailed financial statement reviews while supervising junior staff and coordinating with client finance teams. Focused on key areas like revenue, inventory, working capital, and financial controls, helping clients strengthen reporting accuracy and compliance with IFRS and audit standards.