Enayat Najafizada
Toronto,ON
Summary
Dynamic finance professional with extensive experience at The Institute of War and Peace Studies, excelling in cash flow management and financial reporting. Proven track record in optimizing expense tracking and training staff, while demonstrating strong analytical skills and effective communication. Committed to enhancing operational efficiency and ensuring compliance with financial regulations.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Finance Officer
The Institute of War and Peace Studies (IWPS)
01.2019 - 08.2024
- Streamlined expense tracking procedures, improving operational efficiency across departments.
- Led audits to ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies.
- Trained junior staff on financial systems and best practices for accurate data management.
- Optimized cash flow management, ensuring timely payment of invoices and reducing outstanding debts.
- Prepared cash flow projections, cost analysis and monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
- Checked payroll, vendor payments, commissions and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
Financial Analyst
United Nations Development Programme - Undp
08.2015 - 12.2018
- Provided ongoing financial advice, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and best practices.
- Facilitated client meetings to discuss strategies, progress, and adjustments to financial goals.
- Conducted market research to identify emerging trends and investment opportunities for clients.
- Analyzed investment portfolios to optimize asset allocation and enhance performance.
- Developed tailored financial plans to meet diverse client needs and objectives.
- Educated clients on various financial matters and provided professional recommendations on investment opportunities, products, and services based on each clients' individual needs.
Finance Assistant
Crisis Management Initiative (CMI)
02.2011 - 09.2013
- Processed invoices and reconciled accounts to ensure accurate financial records.
- Assisted in budget preparation and forecasting to support financial planning initiatives.
- Streamlined data entry procedures using advanced Excel functions, improving efficiency.
- Coordinated monthly financial reporting by compiling data from various departments.
- Managed payroll processing and ensured compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Supported the finance team by processing invoices and expense claims promptly and accurately.
- Helped reconcile bank statements and accounts and maintain accuracy and current records.
- Assisted with preparation of monthly financial statements and reports to inform management.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Financial Planning
Seneca Polytechnic
Toronto, ON04-2026
Master of Arts - Post-war Recovery Studies (Major in Planning)
University of York
York, United Kingdom12-2014
Skills
- Bank reconciliation
- Financial administration
- Accounts payable
- Cash flow management
- Payroll processing
- Expense tracking
- Financial statements
- Financial planning
- Investment management
- Financial reporting
- Planning and coordination
- Fixed asset management
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 4 in the development of projects budgeting and implementations and review.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Persian
Native or Bilingual
Certification
CSC, PFP
Timeline
Finance Officer
The Institute of War and Peace Studies (IWPS)
01.2019 - 08.2024
Financial Analyst
United Nations Development Programme - Undp
08.2015 - 12.2018
Finance Assistant
Crisis Management Initiative (CMI)
02.2011 - 09.2013
Graduate Certificate - Financial Planning
Seneca Polytechnic
Master of Arts - Post-war Recovery Studies (Major in Planning)
University of York
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