Mubashar Ali

Mubashar Ali serves as Director of Tax at RSM Pakistan’s Karachi office, a position he has held since January 2025. In this capacity, he leads the firm’s tax practice, overseeing engagement delivery and strategic development across a diverse portfolio of clients.

Mubashar joined RSM Pakistan in 2021 as Manager – Tax, bringing with him prior experience as Assistant Manager – Audit & Tax at a reputable local accounting firm. His dual background in audit and tax enables him to devise innovative, pragmatic solutions for complex regulatory and transactional matters.

Over the course of his career, Mubashar has advised listed corporations, public‑sector entities, and privately held companies on a range of issues, including:

• Comprehensive tax planning and compliance
• Corporate restructurings and reorganizations
• Capital gains tax optimization
• Tax accounting under applicable financial reporting standards
• Withholding taxes and exemption mechanisms

In addition, he provides tailored personal tax advisory services to high‑net‑worth individuals, ensuring effective management of their fiscal obligations within Pakistan’s regulatory framework.

Outside of his professional responsibilities, Mr. Mubashar is dedicated to family life and maintains an active lifestyle, frequently participating in cricket and volleyball. He is also committed to continuous self‑improvement and enjoys reading broadly, with a particular interest in works on self‑awareness and personal development.

Career timeline

RSM Pakistan

• 2025 - Director Tax
• 2023 - Senior Manager Tax
• 2021 - Manager Tax

Jalis Ahmad & Co.

• 2020 - Assistant Manager – Audit & Tax
• 2018 - Supervisor – Audit & Tax

Professional Certifications

• Associate Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan
• Associate Member of Pakistan Institute of Public Finance Accountants
• Member of Karachi Tax Bar Association

Education

• Master of business administration (MBA)
• MA Economics
• BA Economics