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Varun Verma

Toronto,ON

Summary

Experienced Senior Analyst with a 4+ year track record in portfolio management, risk mitigation, and enhancing operational efficiency. Skilled in adhering to AML and QI regulations, deploying new technologies, and implementing strategic initiatives. Eager to utilize these skills in risk management, Business process improvement, and financial acumen to excel in career.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Administrative Assistant

CIBC Wood Gundy
12.2022 - Current
  • Ensured compliance with AML processes & procedures and QI regulations
  • Reduced errors by 10% and improved efficiency
  • Supported process quality and delivery capability for client engagements by managing multiple client accounts with portfolio value exceeding 400M
  • Streamlined KYC document processing and risk profiling, reducing turnaround time by 20% and improving client satisfaction
  • Leveraged excellent organizational and analytical skills, ensuring thorough review and analysis of data, facts, and other information to deliver quality services to clients
  • Maximized efficiency by developing visual dashboard in Excel for advisors to quickly analyze and track portfolio securities.

Senior Analyst

FIDELITY INTERNATIONAL
07.2017 - 11.2021
  • Researched and analyzed financial data for Europe and the UK, ensuring compliance and meeting all deadlines
  • Initiated tactical initiatives and streamlined processes, resulting in 30% decrease in open item aging for high priority vendors and improved risk management
  • Enhanced team collaboration, effectively communicating with cross-functional stakeholders on key findings
  • Enhanced auditing processes for credit bill reconciliation, resulting in optimized refund settlements and accurate payments for clients
  • Streamlined payment & invoice processing by conducting in-depth RCA, resulting in 2% increase in SLA efficiency
  • Identify areas for improvement & implemented effective solutions.

Education

Graduate Certificate in Financial Technology - Information Technology

SENECA COLLEGE OF APPLIED ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY
Toronto, ON
08.2023

Bachelor of Commerce (Specialization in Finance & Accounting) - Commerce

Delhi University
09.2016

Skills

  • Data Analysis
  • Finance & Accounting
  • Project Management
  • Six Sigma (RCA)
  • Presentation
  • Competitive Analysis
  • Jira
  • Service-now
  • MS Office Suite
  • Teamwork/Collaboration
  • Audit process
  • Relationship Management

Volunteer Experience

  • ISACA Toronto Chapter, Organizing team member, TechTrack 2023, A collaborative networking event with UTM's DEM Association. My role: - Facilitated seamless execution through effective collaboration with individuals from multiple organizations - Demonstrated strong organizational, Multi-tasking and teamwork skills in logistics, and effective communication - Actively engaged participants, and consistently delivered memorable experience
  • Disruptive Technologies, Founding Vice-President, ISO 31700 panel discussion, Facilitated insightful conversations on industry standards and promoted knowledge sharing among participants.

Projects

CyberGuard – Capstone Project, Chief Executive Officer, Business model and development plan; managed the start to end process for the capstone., 08/2023 

“Next level” a trading platform, Business Analysis Project, Project Manager, Requirement & Strategy Analysis, Design Definition

Timeline

Administrative Assistant

CIBC Wood Gundy
12.2022 - Current

Senior Analyst

FIDELITY INTERNATIONAL
07.2017 - 11.2021

Graduate Certificate in Financial Technology - Information Technology

SENECA COLLEGE OF APPLIED ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY

Bachelor of Commerce (Specialization in Finance & Accounting) - Commerce

Delhi University
Varun Verma