Ziad Mahmood Chowdhury
ACMA CGMA
Niketon, Dhaka
Summary
Experienced and result-oriented business professional with 12 years of experience in a deadline-driven environment. Demonstrated success in finance and accounting, specializing in strategic financial management, budgeting, reporting, and compliance. Proficient in cash flow management, stakeholder engagement, and investment analysis. Skilled in utilizing SAP environment and business intelligence applications such as Advanced Excel and Power BI to analyze large volumes of data for timely and effective decision-making. Known for efficient problem-solving and consistently bringing innovative solutions to the table.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy General Manager – Project Lead
Unitex Steel Mills Ltd – A concern of Unitex Group
7 2024 - Current
- Spearheaded the preparation of a comprehensive investor deck to secure financing for a high-profile steel project, ensuring clarity and alignment with financial objectives
- Lead the entire Finance function, driving financial strategy, reporting, and decision-making for optimized business performance for both Unitex Steel Mills and Perfect Care Brand
- Establishing the Perfect Care brand in the market with a goal of successfully positioning it for competitive advantage and growth
- Developing a robust financial plan for the group, aligning with long-term goals and delivering sustainable financial success.
Assistant General Manager – FP&A
Petromax LPG Limited. – A concern of SHV Energy , Netherlands
05.2023 - 06.2024
- Prepared financial rolling forecast/budget on a quarterly basis
- Prepared financial reports following SHV Energy format
- Prepared monthly review deck and presented variance analysis to the Netherlands team
- Set monthly prices and managed margins to ensure leadership alignment with forecasts
- Managed distributor commissions to boost sales
- Liaised with the leadership team to ensure clarity on group objectives and vision
- Conducted feasibility analysis of investment in additional acquisitions of Autogas plants and explored further acquisition opportunities in Bangladesh
- Built a high-performing team culture based on trust, accountability, automation, and collaboration
- Assisted management in day-to-day strategic decision-making.
Head of Budget, Cost Control & Reporting
NAVANA Group
12.2021 - 04.2023
- Preparation of annual budget/quarterly forecast through co-ordination of relevant functions
- Periodic and detailed review of Budget vs Actual expenses through variance analysis
- Presentation of quarterly financial performance analysis to the Governance board
- Prepared 5 years financial plan of Navana Group
- Overall Group fund Management/ Cash flow projection with an aim to ensure timely payment to both internal and external stakeholder
- Product cost analysis of all the relevant concerns along with a periodic review with Business heads
- Reviewing & Ensuring compliance/control establishment at various arenas of the business to facilitate highest quality of financial reports
- Assist in the development of organizational 10 years strategic plan with special focus on restructuring & Process improvement
- Feasibility Analysis of upcoming ventures
- Assist Management in day-to-day strategic decision making.
Manager – Management Accounting
AKIJ Group
04.2021 - 11.2021
- Prepared rolling financial plan of an upcoming Business ventures (Akij Bakers)
- Standardized & designed product costing module of Akij Bakers
- Product wise profitability analysis on a monthly basis
- Conducted cost benefit analysis & assisting management on value added decision making
- Prepared Marco economic review & its impact on Akij group.
Assistant Manager – FP&A
Advanced Chemical Industries (ACI Group)
01.2019 - 04.2021
- Preparing & explaining 5 year’s rolling financial plan (Projected Income Statement, Balance Sheet & Cash Flow) to Group MD in strategic review meeting
- Profitability reporting of major businesses with reasoning of over / underperforming brands
- Perform variance analyses of ACI business portfolio (Consumer business, Agricultural business and Logistics business) in order to improve group performance
- Working with Marketing / Brands team for Industry and Competition analysis
- Business valuation in order to secure private equity
- Provide strategic advice and financial feasibility analysis for investment decisions
- Assist in preparing Economic outlook of Bangladesh & its impact on ACI Group.
Manager – Costing
Coats Bangladesh Ltd.
07.2013 - 12.2018
- Set & managed standard costing system at Coats Bangladesh with periodic review for maintaining pricing accuracy
- Financial business partnering with department heads to develop the financial plan and budget forecast for their divisions
- Guide sales & marketing team in product costing & pricing decisions
- Analyze & report manufacturing productivity & LSS Savings to the management committee
- Regular monitoring internal control system of Factory with a special focus on inventory management.
Research Associate
Royal Bengal Investment Management Co. Ltd.
04.2013 - 07.2013
- Fundamental & Technical Analysis of DSE enlisted companies
- Prepared Micro & Macro Economic reports to oversee country specific risks
- Prepared Investment proposals of Upcoming IPOs in the Bangladesh Stock Market
- Kept track of business specific news to assist investment decisions.
Training Assistant
Unilever Bangladesh Ltd.
06.2009 - 12.2009
- Assisted in execution of 7DM (Seven Days Continuous Operation) at UBL Factory
- Supported in recruitment, selection & induction process of Non-Management employees
- Ensured overall arrangement of training for the factory employees
- Prepared Skill Matrix & Training Need Assessment (TNA) for the factory employee.
Education
Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) -
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Finance
Institute of Business Administration, University of Dhaka
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) - Finance & Accounts, Marketing
North South University
Skills
Financial Planning & Analysis
Training
- Microsoft Excel- Financial Modelling, Power Query, Power Pivot & DAX – Udemy
- Microsoft Excel – Visually Effective Excel Dashboard – Udemy
- Microsoft Power BI & Power Point – Advanced level
- Costing overview – Madura Coats – Bangalore, India
- Brand Management – IIM Bangalore, India (Edx.org)
- Leadership & Coaching Workshop – Future Leaders
- Advanced Negotiation Skills
- Time Management
- Lean Six Sigma(LSS) Yellow Belt Certified
- Business valuation – CFI (Corporate Finance Institute)
Timeline
Assistant General Manager – FP&A
Petromax LPG Limited. – A concern of SHV Energy , Netherlands
05.2023 - 06.2024
Head of Budget, Cost Control & Reporting
NAVANA Group
12.2021 - 04.2023
Manager – Management Accounting
AKIJ Group
04.2021 - 11.2021
Assistant Manager – FP&A
Advanced Chemical Industries (ACI Group)
01.2019 - 04.2021
Manager – Costing
Coats Bangladesh Ltd.
07.2013 - 12.2018
Research Associate
Royal Bengal Investment Management Co. Ltd.
04.2013 - 07.2013
Training Assistant
Unilever Bangladesh Ltd.
06.2009 - 12.2009
Deputy General Manager – Project Lead
Unitex Steel Mills Ltd – A concern of Unitex Group
7 2024 - Current
Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) -
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Finance
Institute of Business Administration, University of Dhaka
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) - Finance & Accounts, Marketing
North South University
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