ARASH YOUSEFI GARAKOUEI

CFO

OBJECTIVE

Strategic and results-oriented Financial Manager with a master’s
degree in accounting. Eager to bring my financial expertise to
Ironfold, a dynamic startup specializing in smart home appliances.
My mission is to provide strategic financial leadership and ensure
the fiscal health of Ironfold, enabling it to thrive in the emerging
smart home industry. Throughout my career, I have excelled in
roles that demanded financial acumen, strategic thinking, and
operational optimization. With a deep understanding of
accounting principles, financial analysis, and a proven track record
in driving financial growth, I am excited to contribute my skills to
Ironfold. My goal is to support the company’s financial growth,
maximize operational efficiency, and position Ironfold as a leader
in the smart home appliance market.

KEY STRENGHTS

❖ Financial Strategy: Proficiency in developing and executing
financial strategies that align with business objectives and
support growth.
❖ Budgeting and Forecasting: Expertise in financial planning,
budgeting, and forecasting to ensure sound financial
management.
❖ Operational Optimization: Proven ability to optimize
operations, reduce costs, and improve efficiency.

❖ Financial Analysis: Strong analytical skills to drive data-
informed decisions and improve profitability.

❖ Risk Management: Adept at identifying and managing
financial risks to protect the company’s financial health.

 

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

• Proven experience in a leadership role in financial
management.
• Strong financial leadership, budgeting, and forecasting skills.
• Financial analysis expertise and data-driven decision-making.
• Adept in regulatory compliance and risk management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

 

EXPERIENCE

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER | IRONFOLD|2022 –
PRESENT (IRAN & CANADA)

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As the CFO of Ironfold, I lead all financial aspects, including
budgeting, financial planning, and resource allocation, such as
revenue growth or cost optimization. I will navigate the financial
landscape, make strategic financial decisions, and ensure
Ironfold’s financial resilience and market leadership.
➢ Collaborate with other executive team members to define and
execute the company’s financial strategy, aligning it with
business objectives and industry trends.
➢ Develop and manage financial forecasts, offering actionable
insights to inform strategic decisions and risk management.
➢ Establish financial control mechanisms and ensure compliance
with regulatory requirements, protecting the company’s
financial integrity.
➢ Identify, assess, and manage financial risks to protect the
company’s financial health and assets.

➢ Leverage my team leadership skills to manage a high-
performing finance team, fostering a culture of accountability

and excellence.
➢ Initiate cost-effective solutions, optimize operational efficiency,
and maximizing resources to support growth initiatives.

FINANCIAL MANAGER | FANAVARI SAZEHAYE FOOLADI
FIDAR | (2019-CURRENT) MALARD, IRAN

• Developing and executing the company’s financial strategy, aligning
it with organizational goals and growth opportunities.
• Conducting financial forecasting, budgeting, and planning processes
to ensure sound fiscal management.
• Utilizing financial analysis to drive data-informed decisions, identify
profitability opportunities, and support strategic initiatives.
• Overseeing financial transactions, accounting, and bookkeeping,
ensuring accuracy and adherence to accounting standards.
• Managing financial reporting and prepare financial statements and
reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Monitoring and managing the company’s cash flow, investments,
and financial assets.

FINANCIAL MANAGER | MOSTAGHEL ANDISHE PARS
AUDITING INSTITUTE | (2016-2019) TEHRAN, IRAN

• Managed financial reporting and prepared financial statements and
reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Oversaw financial transactions, accounting, and bookkeeping,
ensuring accuracy and adherence to accounting standards.
• Identified, assessed, and managed financial risks to protect the
company’s financial health and assets.

FINANCIAL MANAGER | KAVOSH KAR MADAN
COMPANY | (2011-2016) GHAZVIN, IRAN

• Monitored and managed the company’s cash flow, investments,
and financial assets.
• Ensured compliance with financial regulations, accounting
standards, tax requirements, and reporting obligations.

HEAD OF ACCOUNTING | KHODRO SERVICE KHAZAR
COMPANY | (2005-2011) RASHT, IRAN

• Managed and oversaw financial audits and collaborated with
external auditors.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure financial
strategies align with business objectives and market dynamics.
ACCOUNTANT | ZIBA GOSTARANE DEILAM COMPANY
| (2003-2005) RASHT, IRAN
• Managed financial reporting and prepared financial statements and
reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Conducted financial forecasting, budgeting, and planning processes
to ensure sound fiscal management.

EDUCATION

MASTER’S DEGREE | 2022 | NORTH TEHRAN BRANCH
AZAD UNIVERSITY |TEHRAN, IRAN

Major: Accounting

BACHELOR’S DEGREE | 2004 | RASHT AZAD UNIVERSITY
|RASHT, IRAN

Major: Accounting

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA | 1999 | RASHT, IRAN
Major: Mathematics and Physics

LICNSECES AND CERTIFICATES

➢ Official accounting courses in Iran (Financial Accounting-
Industrial-Auditing-Direct Tax Law)- At Certified Public

Accountants Training Center (PACT)
➢ Financial Statement Analysis Course- At Certified Public
Accountants Training Center (PACT)

LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY

General IELTS, Overall Bandscore: 5.5

Contact Information

Email: arashyosefi92@yahoo.com
LinkedIn:

www.linkedin.com/in/arash-
yousefi-051389231

Phone: +982634239619 | +98912-
8593512
Address: Unit 4, No. 52 Eastern
Sedaghat Street, Karaj, Alborz
Province, Iran | Postal Code:
31557-46899

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