Muhammad Asif Iqbal
About Muhammad Asif Iqbal
Muhammad Asif Iqbal is a Finance Manager at VISTRA in Dubai, specializing in regulatory reporting and compliance. He has extensive experience in financial management, training, and assisting clients with financial projections and audits.
Work at Vistra
Muhammad Asif Iqbal has been serving as a Finance Manager at Vistra since 2018. His role involves managing regulatory reporting, which includes oversight of Capital Resources, Risk Capital Requirements, and liquid assets management. He operates within the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, where he has gained extensive experience in the finance sector.
Education and Expertise
Muhammad Asif Iqbal holds an MBA in Finance from Iqra University, where he studied Business and Corporate Finance, Portfolio and Financial Management, and Financial Reporting. He is also a CFA Level III candidate, having studied at the CFA Institute, focusing on Fixed Income, Equity and Alternative Investments, Financial Reporting, Quantitative Methods, and Derivatives. Additionally, he is an ACMA Finalist from the Institute of Cost and Management Accountants of Pakistan, where he studied Advanced Cost and Management Accounting, Financial Management, and Auditing.
Background
Muhammad Asif Iqbal began his academic journey with a Bachelor's degree in Commerce from Karachi University, specializing in Accounts and Finance. His educational background laid the foundation for his career in finance, leading to various qualifications that enhance his expertise in the field.
Achievements
In his role, Muhammad Asif Iqbal provides training to clients on Finance Officer roles with the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA). He is responsible for handling both external and internal audits for clients, ensuring compliance with financial regulations. His work includes assisting clients with authorization projects in the DIFC and Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), focusing on financial projections and capital adequacy.