Ahamed Zouf, CFA, FCCA
Finance Manager- Investments at Investment Corporation of Dubai- Claim this Profile
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Experience
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Investment Corporation of Dubai
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United Arab Emirates
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Investment Management
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1 - 100 Employee
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Finance Manager- Investments
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Jan 2023 - Present
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Deloitte Middle East
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Management Consulting
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Financial Advisory- Modelling and Valuations
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Nov 2019 - Nov 2022
Qatar Valuation and modeling services for transaction and financial reporting purposes. Broadly- M&A, IPO, carve out, share buyback, impairment testing, PPA
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London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG)
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United Kingdom
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Financial Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Product Owner/ SBA- Capital Markets
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Apr 2019 - Oct 2019
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Moody's Analytics
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Consumer Goods Rental
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Senior Financial Analyst
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May 2016 - Apr 2019
BUY SIDE Analyst (US, Europe and APAC) • Preparing financial models (Income statement, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow Statement, segmental analysis with Revenue and cost drivers), forecasting and complex equity valuations for global companies and updating them for quarterly/ annual earnings. Coverage universe includes ( REIT, Retail, FMCG, Insurance, Banking, Financial services, Automobile, Pharmaceutical and biotechnology) • Carrying… Show more BUY SIDE Analyst (US, Europe and APAC) • Preparing financial models (Income statement, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow Statement, segmental analysis with Revenue and cost drivers), forecasting and complex equity valuations for global companies and updating them for quarterly/ annual earnings. Coverage universe includes ( REIT, Retail, FMCG, Insurance, Banking, Financial services, Automobile, Pharmaceutical and biotechnology) • Carrying out extensive industry and sector research to identify trends between macro variables and their impact to the companies. • Developed models to calculate free cash flows for a target and estimated the intrinsic value of the company/project based on discounted cash flow analysis (DCF) • Spin off modeling/ MBO's / Mergers and Acquisitions • Thorough financial and quantitative modeling and forecasting done using various individual judgments, critical problem solving skills, modeling techniques and management tools • Conducting company and industry research and investments. • Developing reports and investment thesis for investment recommendations. • Analyzing key performance measuring ratios, assessing financial policy’s strength, understanding capital structure to comment on leverage position of corporate and determining cash flow strength and liquidity position of a corporate. • QC and Training and mentoring Junior Analyst’s. • Automation using VBA/macros and advanced excel Show less
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Capital Alliance Group
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United States
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Financial Services
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Investment Analyst
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Feb 2016 - Apr 2016
• Analysing and making recommendations on financials of listed and private companies in the Sri Lankan Capital market (Diversified, FMCG, Hotels, Oil & Energy, Consumer, Construction and Engineering, Banking, Telecom, Motor sectors) • Conducting economic research on Sri Lankan economy (and sectors) • Collection of financial, accounting and investment information and preparation of forecasts, budgets, feasibilities, reports on quarterly / annual / ad-hoc basis • Attending… Show more • Analysing and making recommendations on financials of listed and private companies in the Sri Lankan Capital market (Diversified, FMCG, Hotels, Oil & Energy, Consumer, Construction and Engineering, Banking, Telecom, Motor sectors) • Conducting economic research on Sri Lankan economy (and sectors) • Collection of financial, accounting and investment information and preparation of forecasts, budgets, feasibilities, reports on quarterly / annual / ad-hoc basis • Attending meetings and interviews of CFOs and CEOs of top corporates listed on the Sri Lankan stock market on a quarterly basis, in arriving at financial recommendations for relevant companies • Stakeholder liaising ; clients to enhance the company reputation and to build good Public Relations Show less
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Financial Accountant/ Research Project Manager
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Mar 2013 - Feb 2016
An international company delivering fast, flexible and thorough research solutions to leading multinational companies and executive search consultancies around the world. We are able to cover all the main sectors and regions from one strategically located Global Delivery Centre of Excellence. Description Preparation of Financial reports and Management reports and reporting directly to CEO Liaising with External Auditors and Tax Consultants Preparation of EPF, ETF, PAYE and… Show more An international company delivering fast, flexible and thorough research solutions to leading multinational companies and executive search consultancies around the world. We are able to cover all the main sectors and regions from one strategically located Global Delivery Centre of Excellence. Description Preparation of Financial reports and Management reports and reporting directly to CEO Liaising with External Auditors and Tax Consultants Preparation of EPF, ETF, PAYE and salary payroll Preparation of balanced scorecard research information o clients with emphasis on financial perspective of a company Analyzing company’s internal and external environment using models and identifying potential business risks and financial implications together with Managing Director. Played a dual role working as a Financial Accountant/ Project Manager for clients in European MNC’s where we undertake various assignments on executive search, balanced scorecard research, financial analysis. Most projects the company undertakes are strict deadline projects; therefore, completion of reports needs to be speedy and efficient with accurate, verified and thorough information. Show less
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A & S Associates
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1 - 100 Employee
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External Auditor
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Sep 2011 - Aug 2012
1) Planning, conducting and finalization of audits of financial statements of various types of organizations operating in different industries engaged in. 2) Providing guidance with other members of the audit team on the performance of their duties and review of their work. 3) Perform audit procedures in line with Sri Lankan Auditing Standards (SLAUS are in line with ISA). 4) Preparation/ Review of financial Statements in accordance with relevant financial, auditors’ reports to the… Show more 1) Planning, conducting and finalization of audits of financial statements of various types of organizations operating in different industries engaged in. 2) Providing guidance with other members of the audit team on the performance of their duties and review of their work. 3) Perform audit procedures in line with Sri Lankan Auditing Standards (SLAUS are in line with ISA). 4) Preparation/ Review of financial Statements in accordance with relevant financial, auditors’ reports to the members and other reports in accordance with relevant standards and legislations. 5) Evaluation of Systems and Controls over Income Recognition and receipts and payments of funds. 6) Review of compliance of applicable regulations governing the industry 7) Review and analyze internal control weakness and report to the management, recommending solutions to the management. 8)Analyze company’s internal and external environment to identify potential business risks and financial implications together with supervisor and manager. 9) Carried out Agreed upon assignments such as Guarantee Cancellations and Royalties to Franchisor Companies. 10) Analyze and obtain understanding of client business and their key processes involved in carrying out their business operations. 11)Liaison and coordination with client management on all instances in respect of the audit, accounting, tax and client service matters. Show less
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Education
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CFA Institute
CFA charterholder -
ACCA
ACCA Member -
Oxford Brookes University
BSc (Hons), Accounting and Finance -
Lyceum International School