In a significant step toward redefining the future of finance and accounting excellence, Arthur Lawrence and theBPO, came together to unveil Beyond&, a transformative new force in finance and accounting solutions, at a high-profile launch event held at the Marriott Hotel Karachi on April 27, 2026.
The evening brought together industry leaders, partners, and professionals from across the financial and technology ecosystem, setting the stage for what signals not just a new venture, but a broader shift in how finance functions will be delivered from Pakistan to the United States.
Positioned at the forefront of this transformation, Arthur Lawrence – recognized as a pioneer of finance and accounting solutions and services in Pakistan – joined forces with theBPO, a firm known for its strength in financial advisory, compliance, and reporting across global markets, to introduce a venture designed to go beyond traditional service delivery models.
Backed by professional recognition from ACCA, ICAEW, ICAP, and ICMAP, and powered by AI-driven workflows and leading financial platforms, it delivers real-time visibility, predictive insights, and decision-ready intelligence. Beyond& focuses on intelligence, agility, and measurable impact, helping businesses grow, adapt, and lead with confidence.
Voices Behind the Vision
Leaders from both organizations highlighted the venture’s ambition:
Wajid Mirza, Partner, Beyond&, stated:
“Businesses today need a finance partner that understands regulatory complexity, scales with ambition, and delivers insight beyond execution. Beyond& is built for that mandate. It moves decisively beyond transactional models and process-led thinking, bringing together expertise, artificial intelligence, and exceptional talent to deliver outcomes that extend beyond efficiency and create measurable business impact.”
Mohsin Iqbal Motiwala, Partner, Beyond&, added:
“Beyond& enters the US market with the rigor, credibility, and operational discipline required to meet the highest standards of compliance, security, and performance. By combining advisory depth with execution excellence and internationally recognized standards, Beyond& gives businesses the confidence to scale without compromise.”
Ilyas Baig, Partner, Beyond&, noted:
“Through this venture, we aim to create 10,000 jobs in Pakistan by 2030 while positioning Pakistan as a trusted hub for finance and accounting excellence, serving US businesses.”
Jawad Chughtai, Partner, theBPO., added:
“Through this venture, we aim to create 10,000 jobs in Pakistan by 2030 while positioning Pakistan as a trusted hub for finance and accounting excellence, serving US businesses.”
Mujtaba Ahsan, Partner, theBPO, adds:
“Beyond& is a natural progression of the advisory depth theBPO has built across accounting, reporting, tax, and regulatory compliance. This joint venture allows us to extend that capability into the US market through a structured, technology-enabled model aligned with mature regulatory expectations.”
An Industry Dialogue That Shaped the Moment
The launch was complemented by an insightful panel discussion featuring leaders across finance, technology, and talent. The conversation explored evolving global expectations, the role of AI in finance, and Pakistan’s growing position in delivering high-value financial services.
Positioning Pakistan as a Global Capability Leader
As demand from US businesses shifts toward deeper insight and strategic alignment, Beyond& emerges as a purpose-built response.
More than a joint venture, it signals a shift, positioning Pakistan not just as a delivery hub, but as a global capability leader in high-value finance and accounting services.
