Aazad Sara

Financial and operations professional with 15+ years of progressive experience in financial planning, analysis, and leadership across banking and distribution sectors. Skilled in budgeting, forecasting, compliance, and performance management. Adept at financial modeling, developing business cases, and advising executives to support strategic decision-making.

Dear Hiring Committee

I am writing to apply for the Senior Financial Analyst position at TransLink. With over 15 years of progressive experience in financial services, operations management, and business leadership, I bring the financial acumen, analytical skills, and collaborative approach needed to support TransLink’s mission of delivering sustainable and innovative transportation solutions.

In my current role as Mortgage Specialist with TD Canada Trust, I advise clients on complex financial decisions, assess credit and risk profiles, and prepare forecasts to track sales and performance outcomes. This role has strengthened my financial analysis skills and enhanced my ability to transform complex data into actionable insights.

Previously, as Regional Operations Manager at Rexel Canada, I managed multi-branch operations across Metro Vancouver, where I resolved financial and administrative issues, conducted internal audits, and provided performance analysis to improve profitability. I also oversaw staffing, training, and compliance, ensuring alignment with corporate goals.

Earlier in my career, I spent more than a decade with TD Canada Trust in progressively senior roles, including Branch Manager and Financial Advisor. These positions gave me extensive experience in budgeting, forecasting, compliance, and advising both clients and leadership teams on financial matters.

I am confident that my combination of analytical skills, leadership experience, and financial background make me a strong candidate for this role.

Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to the opportunity to further discuss how I can add value as part of TransLink’s Finance team.

Sincerely,

Aazad Sara