Finance & Accounting

Rizwan
Shaikh

Senior Accounting Systems Specialist

15+ years of experience in financial operations, investment accounting, deposits, cash management, reconciliations, and portfolio administration within the public sector in Kuwait. Expert in managing multi-billion-dollar portfolios, treasury operations, and driving process automation for regulatory compliance.

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Rizwan Shaikh
Rizwan Shaikh
Sr. Accounting Systems Specialist
15+
Years
35%
Time Saved
28%
Error Reduction
0
Non-Compliance
15+
Years Experience
35%
Processing Time Saved
28%
Error Reduction
20%
Delivery Rate Increase
Career Journey
Work Experience
Senior Accounting Systems Specialist
The Public Institution for Social Security, Government of Kuwait
Aug 2008 – Present
Managing investment accounting, system integration, reconciliations, and financial reporting across multi-billion-dollar portfolios. Trusted advisor for treasury operations, accounting policies, and regulatory compliance.
Investment Accounting & Portfolio Management
  • Oversaw daily processing of investment transactions including equities, bonds, and derivatives
  • Managed portfolio P&L reporting and reconciliation across all asset classes
Accounting Systems Development
  • Partnered with IT teams to enhance Mainframe-based accounting system functionality
  • Integrated Bloomberg, Biton, and SWIFT platforms for advanced financial analysis
Financial Reporting & Analysis
  • Produced monthly, quarterly, and annual investment reports aligned with IFRS standards
  • Conducted FOREX and P&L analysis, delivering actionable insights for strategic decisions
Reconciliation & GL Control
  • Ensured accurate journal voucher posting to the general ledger
  • Conducted detailed reconciliations of Nostro accounts and financial instruments
Policy & Governance
  • Developed and refined financial policies and control procedures
  • Introduced automation initiatives to reduce manual errors
Audit & Compliance
  • Coordinated with internal and external auditors for statutory reviews
  • Verified Central Bank of Kuwait exchange rates and security valuations daily
★ Key Achievements
  • Spearheaded automation of end-to-end investment transaction processing, reducing processing time by 35%
  • Strengthened reconciliation processes, resulting in 28% reduction in operational errors
  • Supported accurate management of multi-billion-dollar global portfolios with full compliance
Operations Professional
The Public Institution for Social Security, Government of Kuwait
Earlier Tenure
Managed cash flow, treasury operations, settlements, and banking coordination. Vital role in streamlining financial operations and reconciliations while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Treasury & Cash Flow Management
  • Initiated and monitored SWIFT bank transfers for timely and secure fund movement
  • Coordinated with banking department to forecast cash needs, optimizing liquidity
Financial Operations & Settlements
  • Processed daily cash management transactions ensuring accuracy and timeliness
  • Supported deal tickets, transaction records, and settlement documentation
★ Key Achievements
  • Streamlined fund transfer processes, reducing delays and improving transaction accuracy
  • Built foundation of investment operations adopted organization-wide
  • Zero non-compliance findings achieved during entire tenure
Production Coordinator
Alghanim & Al Majid Company, Steel Division
Aug 2005 – Jun 2008
Managed manufacturing operations, production planning, resource allocation, and quality control in steel division.
  • Developed production schedules aligning workforce capacity with material availability
  • Supervised daily production activities maintaining smooth workflow and high output
  • Enforced ISO-certified quality control standards for steel production
  • Coordinated with suppliers and negotiated favorable agreements
  • Oversaw equipment selection, utilization, and preventive maintenance
★ Key Achievements
  • Reduced production costs by 15% through resource optimization
  • Increased on-time delivery rates by 20% through effective scheduling
  • Enhanced product quality standards improving customer satisfaction
Competencies
Professional Skills
Financial Operations
Investment Accounting
Portfolio Management
Cash & Treasury
Bank Reconciliation
Nostro Accounts
General Ledger (GL)
SWIFT Transactions
Bloomberg Analytics
Mainframe Systems
Biton Platform
P&L / FOREX Reporting
Regulatory Compliance
Audit Support
Process Automation
Risk Management
Policy Development
Team Leadership
System Integration
Data Analysis
Qualifications
Education
MBA – Finance & Marketing
Kalinga University, India
B.E. – Production Engineering
A.I.E.M University, India
Professional Development
Trainings
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SWIFT Payment Systems: Treasury Operations & International Transfers
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Mainframe Accounting Systems: Financial Data Processing & Reporting
📊
Advanced Microsoft Excel: Financial Modelling & Data Analysis
🌍
Nationality
Indian
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Visa Status
Article 18 Transferable