Hina Usmani

Hina Usmani is a prominent figure in the accounting profession in Pakistan and a trailblazer for women in finance. She is the Founder and Managing Partner of Usmani & Co., the first all-woman accountancy practice in Pakistan.12 Her career is marked by several notable achievements and leadership roles:

Professional Background

• Founder and Managing Partner of Usmani & Co. Chartered Accountants since July 20042
• Partner at MGI Ilyas Saeed & Co. since July 20202
• Over 20 years of experience in assurance, advisory, and taxation services2

Leadership Positions

• First elected woman Council member and Vice President of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan (ICAP)1
• Chair of the SAFA Women Leadership Committee2
• Technical Advisor on the IFAC SMP Advisory Group1
• Member of the PIOB Stakeholder Advisory Council2

Achievements and Recognition

• Instrumental in establishing the Chartered Accountants Women's Committee at ICAP1
• Recognized by the World Bank and the United Nations for contributions to women in finance and gender diversity in Pakistan1
• Introduced flexible and work-from-home opportunities for women accountants in 2013, well before the COVID-19 pandemic1
• Led the introduction of the first online examinations at ICAP1

Expertise

Hina Usmani specializes in corporate finance, ESG advisory, accounting/bookkeeping services, back office support for offshore businesses, and local and international taxation.2 Her firm, Usmani & Co., employs over 150 women from 25 different locations in and around Pakistan.1

Education and Certifications

• Fellow Chartered Accountant from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan2
• Certified Director from the Pakistan Institute of Corporate Governance2
• Bachelor of Commerce from Govt Premier College Nazimabad2

Hina Usmani's career exemplifies her commitment to promoting gender diversity in the accounting profession and creating opportunities for women in finance.