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Irtaza Syed Nawazish

Manager, Advisory Services
30 Grand Trunk Crescent, Toronto,ON

Summary

Seasoned management consultant with over six years of experience in the financial services sector, specializing in large-scale business transformation, process re-engineering, target operating model design, and strategic change. Currently managing KPMG’s CoE for Benchmarking in Financial Services (BSBI), engaging with over 80 financial institutions worldwide to deliver actionable insights. Possesses a strong foundation in strategy and program development, data analytics, program management, and stakeholder engagement.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages

Work History

Manager - Finance Transformation

KPMG
04.2021 - Current
  • Led global operations for a Financial Services benchmarking CoE (BSBI), managing client onboarding, stakeholder relationships, event planning, and end-to-end delivery of data-driven reports distributed to CFOs across the network
  • Oversaw analytics and reporting, ensuring accuracy and insight in all platform outputs, while driving the production of BSBI's 2023 and 2024 annual industry reports
  • Program managed complex finance transformation programs, including the implementation of a new GL system for a government ministry and a finance-risk platform for a major Canadian bank—covering roadmap design, governance, budgeting, and stakeholder alignment
  • Led IPO-readiness program management for a confidential client, tracking interdependencies, risks, and resourcing to ensure timely delivery of key milestones
  • Identified process improvements for a regional manufacturing client’s period-end accounting, driving efficiency and enhancing reporting capabilities.

Senior Consultant - Financial Services - P&O

PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
05.2018 - 08.2020
  • Led on-ground implementation as Project Manager for a large-scale finance and business transformation program at a large regional bank, focusing on KYC onboarding, process re-engineering and automation, across Middle East and UK operations
  • Contributed to multi-workstream transformation efforts, driving process, system, and control improvements as part of a broader business modernization agenda
  • Streamlined end-to-end KYC workflows by introducing system enhancements, automated controls, and validation mechanisms—improving data integrity, reducing manual errors, and enhancing user experience
  • Managed UAT and control testing across all locations, overseeing systems validation and issue resolution to ensure seamless deployment and high-quality implementation outcomes
  • Re-engineered HR processes for a GCC bank by identifying process inefficiencies and data gaps; facilitated workshops with cross-functional teams to design improved workflows and user-centric solutions

Research Associate – Deputy Manager

FINCA Microfinance Bank Ltd
02.2018 - 05.2018
  • Conducted strategic market analysis for a potential transport-vehicle loan product, combining fieldwork and desk research to assess feasibility and demand
  • Developed a competitive intelligence database on digital wallet providers in Pakistan, supporting FINCA’s FinTech arm in evaluating market positioning and opportunities
  • Supported regional expansion strategy by gathering and synthesizing market data across underdeveloped areas, informing FINCA’s long-term growth plans

Consultant - Enterprise and Economic Development

Aga Khan Foundation
04.2017 - 06.2017
  • Planned and facilitated a multi-stakeholder horticulture dialogue, convening donors, development partners, and sector leaders to explore market linkages and mechanization opportunities
  • Produced targeted communication materials to share AKF’s regional insights, program learnings, and strategic recommendations with key stakeholders
  • Led analysis and data gathering for value chain partnerships and digital finance initiatives—building buyer/donor databases and conducting cost-benefit analysis of AKF’s pilot digital savings and financial inclusion program through extensive field research

Int. Microfinance and Microenterprise Fellow

Aga Khan Foundation
05.2016 - 03.2017
  • Selected as 1 of 12 fellows for the Aga Khan Foundation Canada’s International Youth Fellowship Program (2016–2017), supporting development initiatives across Kenya and Uganda
  • Conducted stakeholder engagement and field research in Lamu, Kenya to produce a situation analysis on youth livelihoods and private sector opportunities
  • Supported the design of a GIZ-backed agriculture project, strengthening mango and coconut value chains through extensive fieldwork in Lamu and Kwale Counties
  • Assessed horticulture value chains in West Nile, Uganda, gathering and analyzing primary and secondary data to inform future program development
  • Mobilized $160K+ in donor funding by authoring concept notes for AGRA, MasterCard Foundation, and FSD Kenya, and developed key communications including reports, innovation briefs, and executive summaries

Investment Representative

TD Waterhouse (TD Direct Investing)
11.2013 - 05.2014
  • Delivered timely, accurate guidance on stock market activity, investment products, and account services, supporting clients in making informed financial decisions
  • Built and maintained strong client relationships, collaborating across departments to address diverse financial needs and ensure seamless service delivery
  • Achieved full licensing for Canadian markets, completing National Registration, Canadian Securities Certification, and the Canadian Conduct and Practices Handbook Certification

Education

Master of Science - International Political Economy And Development

University of Birmingham
Birmingham, United Kingdom
09.2014 - 12.2015

Bachelor of Arts (Honors) - Economics, Sociology (Double Major)

University Of Toronto
Toronto, Canada
09.2009 - 2013.06

Skills

Project Management

Effective Communication

Strategy and Analytics

Critical Thinking

Stakeholder Management

Timeline

Manager - Finance Transformation

KPMG
04.2021 - Current

Senior Consultant - Financial Services - P&O

PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
05.2018 - 08.2020

Research Associate – Deputy Manager

FINCA Microfinance Bank Ltd
02.2018 - 05.2018

Consultant - Enterprise and Economic Development

Aga Khan Foundation
04.2017 - 06.2017

Int. Microfinance and Microenterprise Fellow

Aga Khan Foundation
05.2016 - 03.2017

Master of Science - International Political Economy And Development

University of Birmingham
09.2014 - 12.2015

Investment Representative

TD Waterhouse (TD Direct Investing)
11.2013 - 05.2014

Bachelor of Arts (Honors) - Economics, Sociology (Double Major)

University Of Toronto
09.2009 - 2013.06

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