Wilayat Malik
About Wilayat Malik
Wilayat Malik serves as the UK Financial Controller at YouGov Plc, a position he has held since 2017. He oversees finance functions for subsidiaries across multiple countries and plays a significant role in mergers and acquisitions.
Work at YouGov
Wilayat Malik has served as the UK Financial Controller at YouGov Plc since 2017. In this role, he oversees the finance functions for subsidiaries across multiple countries, including France, Italy, Spain, Romania, and Poland. His responsibilities encompass managing annual audits and tax audits, including payroll and VAT audits with HMRC. Prior to his current position, he held various roles at YouGov, including Manager Finance from 2014 to 2017, Senior Management Accountant from 2010 to 2014, and Management Accountant from 2007 to 2010.
Education and Expertise
Wilayat Malik studied at the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, where he achieved the ACCA qualification from 2003 to 2005. He also studied at the Institute of Cost & Management Accountants of Pakistan, earning the ACMA qualification from 1998 to 2002. His educational background provides a strong foundation in accountancy and financial management, which he applies in his current role at YouGov.
Background
Wilayat Malik has extensive experience in finance, particularly within YouGov Plc. His career at YouGov began in 2007, and he has progressively taken on more senior roles, culminating in his current position as UK Financial Controller. His experience includes significant involvement in the finance processes related to mergers and acquisitions, as well as compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
Achievements
At YouGov Plc, Wilayat Malik developed a Five Year Growth Plan, which outlines strategic objectives for the company's financial trajectory. He plays a key role in providing real-time business information that supports planning and decision-making for both local and overseas stakeholders. His contributions have been integral to the finance functions across multiple international subsidiaries.