Akeel Matcheswala, Cpa, Cga, Cpa (De), Acca
About Akeel Matcheswala, Cpa, Cga, Cpa (De), Acca
Akeel Matcheswala is an experienced finance professional currently serving as the Assistant Corporate Controller at Cargojet in Mississauga, Ontario. He holds multiple accounting certifications and has extensive experience in financial reporting and management within the aviation industry.
Work at Cargojet
Akeel Matcheswala has been serving as the Assistant Corporate Controller at Cargojet since 2017. In this role, he oversees financial reporting and management functions within the company. Prior to his current position, he held various roles at Cargojet, including Manager of Financial Reporting from 2013 to 2017 and Senior Financial Analyst from 2010 to 2012. His tenure at Cargojet spans over seven years, during which he has contributed to the company's financial strategies and operations in Mississauga, Ontario.
Education and Expertise
Akeel Matcheswala holds multiple professional certifications, including CPA (Delaware), CGA, and ACCA. He studied Accounting and Finance at the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, earning his ACCA in 2011. He also obtained a CPA designation in 2004 from the Certified Public Accountant Delaware USA and achieved a CGA designation from the Certified General Accountant program between 2005 and 2009. Additionally, he has a professional certification in IFRS from AICPA, which he completed in 2015, emphasizing his expertise in international financial reporting standards.
Background
Akeel Matcheswala began his career in finance in India, working as an Accounting Manager at Kundan Industries Limited from 1999 to 2003. He then moved to Canada, where he held various financial roles, including Financial Analyst at Accenture from 2005 to 2007 and Senior Financial Analyst at Canadian Bearings Ltd. from 2007 to 2010. He transitioned to Cargojet, where he has built a significant career in financial management and reporting, particularly within the aviation industry.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Akeel Matcheswala has developed strong skills in cash flow management and budgeting, essential for effective financial planning and analysis. His extensive experience in the airlines and aviation sector has equipped him with a robust background in account reconciliation, ensuring accuracy and compliance in financial statements. His contributions to financial reporting and management at Cargojet reflect his commitment to maintaining high standards in financial practices.