waleed cheema

About Me

I am a results-driven finance specialist, holding ACCA, ACA, and CPA (Australia) licenses with strong analytical mindset and a deep understanding of technology.

Location

Minneapolis, MN
Islamabad, Pakistan
Education
    University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
    August 2024 - May 2026
    expected degree
    MBA
    major
    Finance
    Oxford Brookes University
    June 2010 - March 2013
    ACCA
    January 2011 - September 2014
Work Experience
    Ministry of Energy, Federal Government, Pakistan
    Senior Team Lead-Finance
    Islamabad, IS, Pakistan
    July 2021 - present
    company
    Ministry of Energy, Federal Government, Pakistan
    title
    Senior Team Lead-Finance
    overview
    Closed $3B investments, in Pakistan’s energy sector, by conducting detailed investment appraisals, preparing business cases, and developing DCF, LBO, and waterfall analysis models. Conceptualized, designed, and implemented a billing and payment mechanism for 80 million consumers, saving $100M annually through digitization of the settlement process. Utilized advanced analytics and driver-based models on electricity tariffs, saving $1.5B annually. Directed the financial controllership function for a $400 million P&L, overseeing FP&A, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and executing strategic fiscal management initiatives.
    Ministry of Finance, Federal Government of Pakistan
    Team Lead Finance
    Islamabad, IS, Pakistan
    October 2018 - July 2021
    H.A Textile Networks Pvt. Ltd.
    Senior Manager Finance
    Lahore, PB, Pakistan
    November 2017 - September 2018
    H.A TEXTILE NETWORKS PVT LTD,
    Manager Finance
    Lahore, PB, Pakistan
    July 2016 - November 2017
    H.A Textile Networks Pvt. Ltd
    Assistant Manager/Deputy Manager Finance
    Lahore, PB, Pakistan
    March 2015 - July 2016
Fun Fact

I once completed a 12-hour hike of 20 KM, in a single go, and climbed three mountains.

Passion

As a finance professional, I am driven by the desire to create a significant impact on both the community and the world at large. My passion lies in leveraging my expertise in corporate finance to contribute to the growth and success of organizations, ultimately fostering economic development

Skills
Languages
EnglishHindiPunjabiUrdu
Technical skills
Computational FinanceData AnalysisExcel FormulasExcel MacrosExcel Pivot TablesMicrosoft Excel
Skills
BudgetingDemand ForecastingFinanceFinancial AccountingFinancial AnalysisFinancial Modelingfinancial planningForecasting SkillsInternational Financial Reporting StandardsReporting
Volunteer
    Fountain House
    January 2018 - present
Leadership
    Islamabad Futsal Club
    Captain
    March 2019 - July 2024
Hobbies
Hiking
Football
Reading
podcasts