Md. Arifin Monjur is a Chartered Accountant and a Fellow Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountant of Bangladesh (ICAB), boasts a remarkable career spanning over sixteen years. Throughout his professional journey, he has showcased exemplary leadership and expertise in diverse roles within the auditing and accounting industry.

Arifin’s extensive experience covers a wide range of financial disciplines, including financial reporting, accounting, auditing, financial management, internal controls, business and property valuation, investment appraisal, and corporate taxation. He has showcased his proficiency in conducting court-ordered fraud investigations, capacity assessments for NGOs, and financial modeling in diverse manufacturing sectors.

His global perspective is reflected in his engagement in auditing activities abroad. His audit capabilities encompass a deep understanding of auditing, review engagements framework, and agreed-upon procedures (ISAs, ISRE, and ISRs). His expertise in reporting under International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRSs) has allowed him to assist clients in setting new accounting policies and providing valuable support on technical accounting issues.

Arifin’s expertise extends into the realm of Governance, Risk, and Compliance, where he has conducted audits for a diverse clientele. His skills include property, plant and equipment, business, and equity valuation in accordance with International Valuation Standards (IVS), IFRSs, Bangladesh Securities & Exchange Commission guidelines, and Bangladesh Bank’s Foreign Exchange Investment Department circular.

Arifin joined MARHK & Co. as Partner in the year 2023. Before joining in MARHK, he had been serving as director of S.F. Ahmed & Co. Chartered Accountants- A Member Firm of HLB International (Former Technical Assistance Firm of Ernst & Young Global, U.K. from 1993 to 2014).

Mr. Arifin has been serving with the different committees of ICAB such as, Technical & Research Committee, Board of Studies etc. He is one of the resource persons of ICAB and conducting coaching classes since 2018. Apart from these, he also shares and imparts his knowledge and provides training on International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRSs) to various organizations.

 Highlights of his major skills 

• Extensive knowledge of reporting under International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRSs). Assist clients in setting new accounting policies and support them on technical accounting issues, IFRS and other financial reporting requirements.
• Expertise in auditing, review engagements framework and agreed upon procedures (ISAs, ISRE and ISRs- Joint audit experience in Bangladesh with EY, Malaysia, for the period from 2008-2014).
• Experience in governance, risk and compliance audit with a wide range of clients.
• Extensive knowledge on valuation of property, plant and equipment, business and equity in accordance with the guidelines of International Valuation Standards (IVS) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRSs), Bangladesh Securities & Exchange Commission and Foreign Exchange Investment Department (FEID) circular of Bangladesh Bank.
• Vast experience in conducting comprehensive due diligence with several foreign lenders/donors.
• Experience in working as corporate finance consultant e.g., capital restructuring, financial modelling, financial projection.
• Vast experience in developing SoP, accounting and financial management manual for a large number of companies and NGOs.
• Experience in providing a full range of tax services to various organizations in compliance with Income tax laws and regulations.

Md. Abul Ala is a Chartered Accountant with an impressive track record of over twelve years in the fields of audit and corporate industry. As an Associate Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Bangladesh, he has consistently upheld the highest standards of professionalism and ethics throughout his distinguished career.

Abul Ala embarked on his journey in Chartered Accountancy following the successful completion of his BBA and MBA in Accounting and Information Systems at the University of Rajshahi. This academic foundation equipped him with a robust theoretical understanding, which he seamlessly integrated with practical skills acquired through hands-on experiences.

Throughout his dynamic career, Abul Ala has held pivotal roles in diverse sectors, including manufacturing industries, textile companies, servicing companies, and garment accessories companies. This breadth of experience has enriched his expertise and demonstrated his adaptability within the corporate landscape.

Abul Ala possesses a diverse skill set honed over the years, covering financial reporting, accounting, auditing, corporate financing, financial modeling, internal controls, business operations, corporate taxation, business valuation, and fraud investigation.

In 2023, Abul Ala joined MARHK & Co., Chartered Accountants, after serving at S. F. Ahmed & Co. Chartered Accountants- A Member Firm of HLB International (Former Technical Assistance Firm of Ernst & Young Global, U.K. from 1993 to 2014).

Highlights of his major skills:

• Expertise in auditing, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and identifying areas for improvement in financial processes.
• Extensive knowledge on business operations and finance including corporate affairs, policy making, strategic planning, finance, accounts, taxation and cost control.
• Expertise in financial modeling, encompassing the adept ability to construct mathematical representations that accurately depict and analyze various financial scenarios.
• Vast knowledge on cost control mechanism, process loss reduction, measures for production efficiency;
• Extensive knowledge of reporting under International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRSs). Assist clients in setting new accounting policies and support them on technical accounting issues relating to IFRSs.
• Extensive knowledge on corporate financing including fundraising & project financing, budgeting, forecasting & planning, financial modelling & projections, capital restructuring and equity valuations.
• Sound knowledge on IPO – Initial Public Offering procedures, both for fixed price method & book building method, including documentation and regulatory affairs;
• Experience in providing a full range of tax services to various organizations in compliance with Income tax laws and regulations.

Satyajit Roy, a Chartered Accountant and Associate Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Bangladesh, brings a distinguished 17-year professional history to the table. Having spent 15 years in the banking sector and 2 years in manufacturing, Satyajit held a key position at Southeast Bank PLC before joining MARHK. His expertise lies in meticulous bank operations management, financial analysis, and reporting.

With a comprehensive grasp of general banking functions, loans & advances portfolios, and supervision of various head office departments, Satyajit possesses a profound understanding of the financial landscape. His banking sector tenure enriched his analytical skills and deepened his knowledge in areas like the Bank Company Act, BASEL II & III, IFRS implementation, taxation, asset liability management, AML, and regulatory compliance.

Satyajit’s professional hallmark is his ability to establish, implement, and review internal control systems aligned with industry standards, corporate governance, accounting policies, and legal & regulatory compliance. His proficiency extends to developing financial systems and successfully implementing centralized core banking systems.

In conducting Comprehensive Internal Audits, Satyajit excels in considering financial and non-financial aspects, ensuring adherence to policies, international standards, and legal requirements. He demonstrates outstanding competency in combating financial crimes, frauds, and forgeries through special inspections and investigations.

In collateral scrutiny, Satyajit’s attention to detail ensures the validity of titles, unbroken chains, and possession of mortgagors. His expertise includes a meticulous examination of Title Deeds, Baya Deeds, Parchas, Mutations, and Land Revenue Payment Receipts.

Additionally, Mr. Roy showcases remarkable capabilities in reviewing various charges, including RM Deeds, RIGPA Deeds, Fixed & Floating Charges, Pari-Passu Charges, ensuring the integrity of collateral structures in the banking domain. Satyajit’s extensive experience and attention to detail make him a valuable asset in professional setting.

Highlights of his major skills: 

• Demonstrated expertise in meticulous bank operations management, financial analysis, and reporting.
• Proficient in auditing and financial reporting.
• In-depth knowledge of business operations and finance, covering corporate affairs, policy making, strategic planning, finance, accounts, taxation, and cost control.
• Profound understanding of the financial landscape, including expertise in the Bank Company Act, BASEL II & III, IFRS implementation, taxation, asset liability management, AML, and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to establish, implement, and review internal control systems in accordance with industry standards, corporate governance, accounting policies, and legal & regulatory compliance.
• Excellent skills in conducting Comprehensive Internal Audits, ensuring adherence to policies, international standards, and legal requirements, considering both financial and non-financial aspects.
• Outstanding competency in combating financial crimes, frauds, and forgeries through special inspections and investigations.