About CFA

Manchester's Trusted Financial Architects

Founded on the principles of integrity and technical excellence, CFA Accountants has become a cornerstone of Manchester's professional services sector. Our team consists of senior ACCA-accredited professionals who bring decades of combined experience across diverse industries including tech, hospitality, real estate, solicitors firms and construction.

Our Story

Built on Relationships, Driven by Results

CFA Accountants was founded with a simple belief: that great accounting is about more than numbers. It's about understanding your business, anticipating challenges, and being there when it matters most. Based in Manchester and serving clients across the UK.

Our Team

Meet the Experts Behind CFA

Karamat Wali, ACCA, ATA, AFA

Co-Founder & Director

Karamat brings over 7 years of high-level strategy experience from global organizations like PwC, S&P Global, and Mott MacDonald, alongside leadership in the non-profit sector. He is deeply passionate about building digital, automated ecosystems that take the stress of compliance and paperwork completely off your plate.

⚽ Free time: Lacing up his boots for a game of football on the pitch.

Ahmad Asad, BSc

Co-Founder & Finance Director

Armed with a degree in Applied Accounting and prime experience at global powerhouse EY, Ahmad excels at transforming messy admin into streamlined workflows. He specializes in tailoring financial frameworks for complex sectors — ranging from fast-paced hospitality to highly regulated legal firms.

🥾 Free time: Mountain hiking and hunting down the best local artisan coffee spots.

David Lee

Corporate Finance Lead

David brings deep expertise in M&A and business valuations, having supported dozens of successful transactions across multiple sectors.

Sophia Khan

Head of Bookkeeping

Sophia oversees bookkeeping and payroll operations, ensuring every client's accounts are accurate, timely, and compliant.