ZAZain Ahmed
@zainahmed1
Analytical finance professional skilled in process improvement.
United KingdomWhat I'm looking for
I am an analytical finance professional with a strong foundation in financial operations and data governance. My experience has equipped me with the skills necessary to translate complex financial data into clear, structured insights, enabling better decision-making across teams. I am currently focused on enhancing my technical skills in SQL and Python to further my career as an analyst.
In my role as a Data Governance Assistant at Securitas Security Services, I have been recognized for my contributions to data quality improvements and stakeholder management. I successfully collaborated with multiple teams to establish a ticketing platform on ServiceNow, closing over 600 tickets since April. My proactive approach has led to significant achievements, including managing bulk imports of data into Microsoft Navision, which contributed to over £170k of monthly revenue setup.
Throughout my career, I have demonstrated a motivated and goal-oriented mindset, earning two promotions in three years. I take pride in my problem-solving abilities, having been recognized multiple times for bringing order to ambiguous workflows. I am eager to continue my professional growth and contribute to a dynamic team.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Data Governance Assistant
Securitas Security Services (UK) Limited
Jan 2025 - Present (6 months)
Recognised for data quality improvements, stakeholder management, and strong Excel skills (XLOOKUP, PivotTables, Macros), I was invited to be part of the Business Architecture & Data Governance team. I collaborated with multiple teams to establish a ticketing platform on ServiceNow (600+ tickets closed since April) and regularly lead on bulk imports of data into Microsoft Navision (800+ imports, 1
Invoicing and Credit Controller
Securitas Security Services (UK) Limited
Feb 2024 - Dec 2024 (10 months)
Managed 800+ customer ledgers, collecting an average of £125k+ per month and notably within Securitas, reducing a legacy ledger by 66% through diligent record-keeping and cross-functional co-ordination. Maintained and accurately updated data by cleaning data inconsistencies and duplicate records, enabling reliable financial reporting and reducing revenue leakage through accurate ledger analysis.
Accounts Payable Assistant
Securitas Security Services (UK) Limited
Jan 2023 - Jan 2024 (1 year)
Verified, processed, and posted £18m+ of supplier invoices, ensuring accuracy through diligent checks. Managed and regularly reconciled 500+ supplier ledgers, including internal group entities and global suppliers, identifying discrepancies through Excel manipulation of high-volume datasets to ensure payment integrity.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Old Swinford Hospital School
GCSEs, Core Subjects
Achieved A/A* grades in core subjects at Old Swinford Hospital School. Built a strong academic foundation across various disciplines.
Aston University
BSc, Economics and Management
Studied Economics and Management at Aston University. Gained a strong foundation in financial operations and data governance, with a focus on data manipulation and analysis.
Old Swinford Hospital Sixth Form
A-Levels, Biology, Mathematics, French
Completed A-Levels in Biology, Mathematics, and French at Old Swinford Hospital Sixth Form. Developed analytical and problem-solving skills.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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Website
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