Altaf Qamruddin Gokal

Mr. Altaf Qamruddin Gokal is a seasoned financial executive and chartered accountant with over 36 years of distinguished experience in the insurance and financial services sector. Prior to joining The Pakistan General Insurance Company Limited (PGI), Mr. Gokal held the position of Deputy Managing Director, Chief Financial Officer, and Corporate Secretary at EFU General Insurance Limited—where he served with exceptional distinction from 1988 to 2024. A Fellow Chartered Accountant (FCA) from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan, Mr. Gokal also holds advanced credentials in cost and management accounting and taxation. He is a Certified Director from the Pakistan Institute of Corporate Governance, underscoring his deep understanding of corporate governance practices and boardroom excellence. During his illustrious tenure at EFU General Insurance, Mr. Gokal provided strategic leadership across finance, underwriting, internal audit, information technology, and regulatory compliance functions. He played a pivotal role in: Overseeing corporate financial planning and treasury management Developing and maintaining IFRS-compliant financial systems and controls Managing regulatory affairs and interfacing with the SECP, tax authorities, and other statutory bodies Preparing and presenting statutory financial statements and board-level management reports Supervising branch operations and company-wide financial performance Leading corporate secretarial responsibilities and acting as a key advisor to the Board of Directors Mr. Gokal also served as a trustee for Provident, Pension, and Gratuity Funds, and was instrumental in corporate tax planning and compliance. He began his career as an articled trainee at Ernst & Young (formerly Ford Rhodes Robson Morrow), where he was exposed to the audit and financial operations of multinational corporations and public sector entities. His early engagements included Pakistan Tobacco Company, Johnson & Johnson Pakistan, and Kuwait Petroleum Corporation, among others. In addition to his corporate career, Mr. Gokal has actively contributed to the not-for-profit sector. He served on the boards of Aga Khan Education Services, Aga Khan Health Services, and Aga Khan Planning & Building Services, bringing financial stewardship to community-oriented initiatives across Pakistan. At PGI, Mr. Gokal brings with him unmatched industry insight, financial acumen, and governance expertise. His leadership is instrumental in guiding the company’s financial strategy, strengthening compliance frameworks, and driving sustainable growth.