- Working across business functions such as Operational Risk or Credit and Market Risk- Conduct risk assessments and monitoring business systems to identify potential threats- Mitigate potential risk and proposing appropriate solutions- Review existing risk techniques or business processes to make improvements- Carry out reporting on a regular and ad hoc basis- Deliver remediation projects when required- Optimize global hedges by analyzing the exposure of the trading… Show more - Working across business functions such as Operational Risk or Credit and Market Risk- Conduct risk assessments and monitoring business systems to identify potential threats- Mitigate potential risk and proposing appropriate solutions- Review existing risk techniques or business processes to make improvements- Carry out reporting on a regular and ad hoc basis- Deliver remediation projects when required- Optimize global hedges by analyzing the exposure of the trading books and advising traders on operational changes.- Monitor and control daily trades and modifications to trades entered for accuracy and margins, particularly those that could change price exposure- Ensure accuracy of data in the information system- Make recommendations to reduce risk, including diversification, portfolio investment and currency exchanges- Use analytical software to calculate the risk of a decision- Consult with business decision makers and understand their data needs- Evaluate business and finance records and determine the level of risk- Create reports and anticipate the losses of certain business decisions Show less

Assisting Clients in making the right choices in the Dubai Real Estate Market

Cost Management: Implemented practices that focuses on reducing operating cost and increasedtotal company output from $220k to $1.2M by increasing operational footprint with the sameresourcesTax Filings: Responsibilities included meeting state and local county tax strict reporting deadlines.Budgeting and Planning: Creating financial strategy plans, comprehensive Annual Budgeting, Monthlyforecasting; involved in long-term strategy formulation with bottom-up approach… Show more Cost Management: Implemented practices that focuses on reducing operating cost and increasedtotal company output from $220k to $1.2M by increasing operational footprint with the sameresourcesTax Filings: Responsibilities included meeting state and local county tax strict reporting deadlines.Budgeting and Planning: Creating financial strategy plans, comprehensive Annual Budgeting, Monthlyforecasting; involved in long-term strategy formulation with bottom-up approach. Companyreduced forecasted costs by 8%.- Identify new metrics to drive business performance relative to strategic priorities while minimizing risk- Drive value within the business through margin enhancement, lowering costs and driving operational efficiencies- Execute accurate reporting, enabling yourself to analyze options and make financial recommendations- Provide insight into business performance against competitor and industry trends- Manage relationships with bankers, auditors, and tax authorities- Comply with federal, state, and local financial requirements by studying existing and new legislation, and maintaining compliance- Manage a team of financial analysts who develop financial and valuation models, materials, and recommendations by conducting comprehensive financial analyses and utilizing appropriate valuation methods executive decision-making- Focus on all daily and month-end accounting procedures for the account results, including P&L activity (management fees, fee splits, gross-up entries, reclasses, etc.), balance sheet activity (deferrals, accruals); accounts receivable /cash application in compliance with GAAP- Support finance partners in the implementation of valuation models, development of ongoing measurement, tracking performance versus expectations, and providing recommendations for corrective actions- Provide insight on spending trends and cost-savings initiatives and margin opportunities Show less

FlowerCo has been a disruptive online delivery model that combined the Amazon delivery system with the Costco subscription model to the California market.- Increased monthly revenue from average $50K monthly to $2M by 2018.- Expanded company operations into Sacramento, Marin , Humboldt and LA regions of California.- Process Management and Expansion: Since the company goal was to be vertically integrated; I was constantly pushing for process improvements and being a change champion… Show more FlowerCo has been a disruptive online delivery model that combined the Amazon delivery system with the Costco subscription model to the California market.- Increased monthly revenue from average $50K monthly to $2M by 2018.- Expanded company operations into Sacramento, Marin , Humboldt and LA regions of California.- Process Management and Expansion: Since the company goal was to be vertically integrated; I was constantly pushing for process improvements and being a change champion for innovation.- Launched the brand Old Pal with my supply chain and grew business to $3M MRR in less than a year.- Raised initial ~$6M in rolling capital rounds from Summer of 2018 - Feb 2019.- Developed and implemented sourcing strategy to scale supply .- Recruited 8 co-packers to scale manufacturing production and created initial SOPs.- Dealt with collections from multiple distributors, storefronts, and delivery networks- Managed day to day operations: Finance and Operations- Operations Management: Performing Financial Reporting – Daily Controls, Flash Reporting,Month-end closing and reporting, Board packs, detailed commentary pack to explain all the business and accounting developments- Vendor Management: As the company grew rapidly, we relied on a network of subcontractors and external vendors to meet demand- By 2018 I was managing/liaising with over 28 different entities to provide seamless delivery of goods and services- Process Management and Expansion: Since the company goal was to be vertically integrated; I was constantly pushing for process improvements and being a change champion for innovation- Created development plans and forecasting sales targets and growth projections- Identified market opportunities through meetings, networking and other channels- Liaised with colleagues to develop sales and marketing strategies- Prepared financial projections and sales targets- Prepared sales presentations and participating in sales meetings Show less

- Managed budgets- Recruited, interviewed and hired staff- Analyzed productivity data and optimized staffing and production capacity- Used historical records to forecast future buying patterns- Maintained a working knowledge of their industry including challenges and opportunities in the sector- Worked closely with other heads of departments to improve efficiency- Created and delivered presentations- Designed new processes to improve quality or increase productivity… Show more - Managed budgets- Recruited, interviewed and hired staff- Analyzed productivity data and optimized staffing and production capacity- Used historical records to forecast future buying patterns- Maintained a working knowledge of their industry including challenges and opportunities in the sector- Worked closely with other heads of departments to improve efficiency- Created and delivered presentations- Designed new processes to improve quality or increase productivity or profitability- Vendor Management: As the company grew rapidly, we relied on a network of subcontractorsand external vendors to meet demand Show less

- Business Development and Consulting for Sustainable Agricultural Solutions .- Freelance project manager for SMEs based out of Colorado during college.- Providing efficiency management services and accounting services to SME’s.- Managed 3 accounts of Agri-Tech companies to increase efficiency cost analysis.- Developed a growth strategy focused both on financial gain and customer satisfaction- Conducted researches to identify new markets and customer needs- Arranged… Show more - Business Development and Consulting for Sustainable Agricultural Solutions .- Freelance project manager for SMEs based out of Colorado during college.- Providing efficiency management services and accounting services to SME’s.- Managed 3 accounts of Agri-Tech companies to increase efficiency cost analysis.- Developed a growth strategy focused both on financial gain and customer satisfaction- Conducted researches to identify new markets and customer needs- Arranged business meetings with prospective clients- Built long-term relationships with new and existing customers- Developed entry level staff into valuable salespeople Show less

Bond Settlements and Risk Analysis for Fixed Income and Treasury Bonds

- Strategic repositioning of Compliance functions into Operations Department to comply with SEC and FSA regulations. - Profile includes structuring of the business processes involved and creation of relevant systems needed to support the function on a continuous basis.- Working with the Project Management team on building a new process and system for the ‘Affiliate Reporting’, which is a SEC requirement. The process involves the strategic move of compliance and legal functions into… Show more - Strategic repositioning of Compliance functions into Operations Department to comply with SEC and FSA regulations. - Profile includes structuring of the business processes involved and creation of relevant systems needed to support the function on a continuous basis.- Working with the Project Management team on building a new process and system for the ‘Affiliate Reporting’, which is a SEC requirement. The process involves the strategic move of compliance and legal functions into operations so as to facilitate a efficient and complete reporting procedure for the clients and GSAM board of directors. - The profile involves, studying the regulations regarding legal, compliance, operations and trading so as to build a viable system that meets the demands of clients and the SEC..- The profile involves interacting with the clients and the Board of Directors to understand the company needs and ensuring the efficient delivery of results.- Ensured all projects are delivered on time within the stipulated scope and budget- Lead the initiation and planning of a project and ensure technical feasibility- Ensured resource availability and allocation- Developed a detailed plan to monitor and track the progress of the project- Coordinated with internal and external parties for the flawless execution of projects- Managed relationships between clients and stakeholders- Measured project performance using appropriate project management tools- Performed risk management analysis to reduce project risks- Reported and escalated to upper management as and when needed- Created and maintained a comprehensive project documentation Show less

Streamlining and reorganising the Equity and Fixed income settlement process to guarantee a efficient and systamatic procedure.

- Parayil Exports, an export based company functioning out of Kerala, India. Specializing in export of frozen foods and confectioneries to UK, USA and Germany.- As the purchase manager, my responsibilities included procuring raw materials for the production facility, which involved negotiating with the local dealers to secure the best price and to upkeep a cordial relationship for all future business transactions.- Developed , lead and executed purchasing strategies- Tracked and… Show more - Parayil Exports, an export based company functioning out of Kerala, India. Specializing in export of frozen foods and confectioneries to UK, USA and Germany.- As the purchase manager, my responsibilities included procuring raw materials for the production facility, which involved negotiating with the local dealers to secure the best price and to upkeep a cordial relationship for all future business transactions.- Developed , lead and executed purchasing strategies- Tracked and reported key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness- Crafted negotiation strategies and close deals with optimal terms- Partnered with stakeholders to ensure clear requirements documentation- Forecasted price and market trends to identify changes of balance in buyer-supplier power- Performed cost and scenario analysis, and benchmarking- Assessed, managed and mitigated risks- Seeked and partnered with reliable vendors and suppliers- Determined quantity and timing of deliveries- Monitored and forecasted upcoming levels of demand Show less

By 2008 I was promoted to Team Lead.- Managed the Trade Management team of eight.- Successfully reduced trade fails across all products by implementing more efficient control points andprocesses- Implemented new systems ( improved fails reporting and proactive approach to fails management) inplace as TL which reduced manhours by 2 hrs.' daily per employee.- Cross-trained and provided backup support for organizational leadership- Was given the opportunity to work for… Show more By 2008 I was promoted to Team Lead.- Managed the Trade Management team of eight.- Successfully reduced trade fails across all products by implementing more efficient control points andprocesses- Implemented new systems ( improved fails reporting and proactive approach to fails management) inplace as TL which reduced manhours by 2 hrs.' daily per employee.- Cross-trained and provided backup support for organizational leadership- Was given the opportunity to work for five different teams, i.e., London breaks and Claims, NY tradesettlement, London Collateral Management, Swaps settlements, Money Market confirmations .- Confirmation of Money Market transaction between broker entities; Settlement and calculation of SWAPproducts (CDR's and IR's)- Collateral Management - Calculation and validation of margins Risk and MIS reporting.- Mentored and guided employees to foster proper completion of assigned duties Show less