MOHAMMED KASHIF
Bengaluru,Karnataka
Summary
Business Analyst with a comprehensive background in Investment Banking, specializing in requirement gathering, data analysis, trade booking, end-to-end settlement processes, buy-ins, and management of Standard Settlement Instructions (SSI). Proficient in applying CBAP principles, SQL querying techniques, and Agile Scrum methodologies to drive strategic decision-making and streamline business processes. Effective communicator and collaborator, known for driving process improvements and supporting decision-making through detailed data insights.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Business Analyst
Broadridge Financial Solutions
2017.11 - Current
- Led cross-functional teams to analyze business needs and gather requirements, driving the development and enhancement of various applications
- Analyzed extensive datasets to uncover key trends and patterns, resulting in a 20% reduction in operational inefficiencies and a 15% increase in overall process efficiency
- Collaborated with stakeholders to establish clear project scope and objectives, ensuring alignment with organizational goals; boosted project success rate by 25% and reduced scope creep by 30%
- Developed comprehensive documentation, including business requirements, functional specifications, test plans, and user manuals, facilitating effective communication and project management
- Facilitated user acceptance testing (UAT) and worked closely with development teams to ensure solutions met business requirements and quality standards
- Provided training and support to end-users during implementation and post-implementation phases, fostering adoption and ensuring successful project outcomes
- Performed gap analysis between existing systems or processes and desired state, identifying areas for improvement or enhancement.
- Performed gap analysis to identify areas of improvement.
- Conducted interviews with key business users to collect information on business processes and user requirements.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to identify business needs and data sources.
- Streamlined project management with effective communication and collaboration across cross-functional teams.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to define project objectives and criteria.
- Actively participated in team meetings to share knowledge, exchange ideas, address challenges, and collaborate on potential solutions.
- Developed high-quality documentation to support training efforts, helping employees fully understand new systems and procedures.
Investment Banking
Broadridge Corporate Solutions
2011.07 - 2017.11
- Increased client satisfaction by resolving trade discrepancies and ensuring timely settlement of transactions.
- Reviewed daily trade blotters for accuracy before submitting them to senior management for approval purposes.
- Contributed to ongoing process improvement initiatives by identifying areas of inefficiency in current workflows and proposing innovative solutions for enhancement.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of market trends, regulations, and industry best practices, ensuring optimal decision-making in trade support functions.
- Enhanced trade processing efficiency by streamlining workflows and implementing automation techniques.
- Coordinated effectively with external auditors during annual reviews by providing accurate documentation and insightful answers to queries related to trade activities.
- Collaborated with front office teams to facilitate seamless execution of trades while minimizing errors and delays.
- Worked closely with the back office team to ensure accurate booking of trades, proper settlement instructions, and timely resolution of any post-trade issues.
- Improved data accuracy and consistency by collaborating with teams to align on trade reconciliations and confirmations.
- Managed Standard Settlement Instructions (SSI) to ensure accurate and efficient transaction settlements
- Ensured accurate recording and matching of all trades in post-trade processes, including confirming trade details with counterparties, resolving discrepancies, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies
- Leveraged expertise in end-to-end settlement, buy-ins, and Regulation SHO Rule 204 buy-ins to support trading desk and fund house activities and ensure regulatory compliance
- Demonstrated proficiency in applications such as Bloomberg, DTC, DTCC Smart Track, Settlement Web, GLOSS, GFW (Global Framework), Impact, GCAM, Trade-rt, FISS, and BPS (Brokerage Processing System).
Education
MBA - Finance
Osmania University
Hyderabad, India06.2011
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Osmania University
Hyderabad, India04.2009
Skills
- Requirement Gathering
- Data Analysis
- Stakeholder Management
- Data Visualization
- Agile Methodology
- Process Improvement
- Project Management
- User Acceptance Testing
- SQL Proficiency
- Gap analysis
- Cost-benefit analysis
- Tableau
Accomplishments
Received senior leadership recognition for continuously identifying and resolving process gaps and defects.
Languages
English & Hindi
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 10/05/88
Certification
- CBAP - Certified Business Analysis Professional
Timeline
Business Analyst
Broadridge Financial Solutions
2017.11 - Current
Investment Banking
Broadridge Corporate Solutions
2011.07 - 2017.11
MBA - Finance
Osmania University
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science
Osmania University
- CBAP - Certified Business Analysis Professional
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