Shakeel Shoukat
Finance Manager / Advisor
Serving Others Foundation (SOF)
As the Finance Manager and Advisor at Serving Others Foundation, Shakeel Shoukat plays a critical role in ensuring the financial health, transparency, and accountability of the organization. His expertise enables SOF to manage its resources effectively and meet the financial requirements of donors and stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities and Contributions:
1. Budget Preparation and Coordination
- Prepares the annual organizational budget as well as project-specific budgets in close collaboration with program managers and senior leadership.
- Ensures that budgets are realistic, aligned with program goals, and compliant with donor regulations.
2. Budget Monitoring and Financial Reporting
- Continuously monitors budget performance, tracking expenditures against planned allocations to ensure effective resource use.
- Provides timely and detailed financial updates and reports to senior management, enabling informed decision-making.
- Ensures all donor financial reporting requirements are accurately met and submitted on time, maintaining trust and compliance.
3. Financial Record Keeping
- Maintains the general ledger, ensuring that all financial transactions are accurately recorded, classified, and reconciled in accordance with accepted accounting principles.
- Oversees accounting systems and software to guarantee data integrity and ease of reporting.
4. Policy Development and Internal Controls
- Develops, updates, and enforces financial policies, procedures, and internal controls to safeguard the organization’s assets and ensure compliance with regulatory and donor standards.
- Conducts regular financial reviews and audits to identify risks and improve financial processes.
5. Advisory Role
- Acts as a financial advisor to program and administrative teams, offering guidance on budgeting, expenditure management, and cost-saving measures.
- Supports strategic planning by providing financial insights and forecasts.
Contribution to Organizational Excellence
Shakeel Shoukat’s financial stewardship ensures that Serving Others Foundation remains financially stable, transparent, and accountable to donors, partners, and beneficiaries. His commitment to precision and ethical financial management strengthens the foundation’s credibility and capacity to serve those in need.
By maintaining rigorous financial controls and fostering sound fiscal practices, Shakeel helps SOF maximize its impact and sustainability.