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Hasni Degla

Hasni Degla

Dubai

Summary

Experienced and enthusiastic Consultant with track record of success across wide range of industries. Results-driven and highly analytical professional with extensive background coupled with 12 years of experience specialized in Finance and digital transformation; Possesses exceptional interpersonal, problem-solving and analytical skills to provide advice and expertise to client organizations improving business performance. Experienced in all aspects of operations, strategy and finance.


Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Head of Finance & Controlling

Ykone Limited
11.2023 - Current

Oversee entire corporate financial operations with focus on boosting efficiency of financial reporting and accounting. Develop and implement financial strategies in line with company goals. Deliver accurate financial statements and reports to facilitate decision-making. Monitor financial performance to spot improvement areas. Provide valuable financial insights to senior management and the board for effective financial planning, cost control, and risk management.

● Successfully managed Abu Dhabi Department of Culture and Tourism (DCT) account, surpassing turnover of +100M DH.

● Directed precise financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes.

● Established strong financial controls to ensure compliance and mitigate risks.

● Cultivated relationships with external stakeholders for seamless collaboration.

Met operational requirements through effective cash flow management.

Strategic Business Consultant

Cognizant Consulting And Freelancing
02.2016 - 06.2023
  • Evaluated current processes to develop improvement plans.
  • Discovered deficiencies in operational processes by conducting detailed audits
  • Implemented practices and procedures to reduce expenditures and increase savings.
  • Performed comprehensive investment analysis and AML audits for financial institutions, utilizing GAP Analysis
  • Delivered practical suggestions, ensured regulatory compliance, managed taxation, and deployed risk management strategies
  • Introduced innovative AML and KYC tool (Nice Actimize) for prominent European insurance firm; improved compliance monitoring in real-time and revamped risk management approaches.

Senior Project Manager

AXA
02.2019 - 06.2023
  • Experience 1: Managed multiple digital projects implementation , scope of €3M budget, team of 9 individuals
  • Experience 2: Led team of 40 individuals, Spearheaded business migration programme, overseeing €4B in assets for bank insurance company
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams to determine timely delivery and compliance of project requirements.
  • Established governance structures, defined roles / responsibilities, and crafted reports for weekly and steering committees
  • Determined project requirements and impediments with keen attention to detail, whilst implementing mitigation plans for project success
  • Tracked project progress through KPIs related to development, production, budget, and risk management
  • Facilitated committees involving key sponsors, such as CEO, CIO, COO, and operational teams.

Product Owner

AXA
01.2017 - 01.2019
  • Managed a team of 8 individual in Agile methodologies (dev, business analyst, tester) to monitor a scope of CRM tools ; generating €1.4B revenue from 1000 sellers,
  • Coordinated with software developers to create custom applications and trackers to achieve client goals.
  • Organized workshops with stakeholders to gather requirements and align project goals
  • Coordinated design tasks and functional specifications for clear and precise outcomes
  • Set criteria for functional acceptance tests and implemented key performance indicators and alert systems for thorough monitoring and issue resolution
  • Created acceptance strategies to meet business goals
  • Managing KPI and ascertained incident resolution and system stability by assessing post-production operations in collaboration with Quality- of-Service Team.

Senior Financial Auditor / Manager

MAZARS
01.2012 - 01.2015
  • Evaluate internal control programs in audited firms to confirm adherence and efficiency
  • Audited accounts for multiple financial institutions
  • Compiled auditing documentation and reports with precision, meeting regulatory requirements
  • Aided in process enhancements and regulatory compliance by tracking progress on financial audit suggestions
  • Evaluated client financial statements for compliance with financial regulations by scrutinizing financial and accounting records, as well as documents and tangible items
  • Supervised associate-level work, offering on-the-job training, coaching and constructive feedback to support career development.

Internal Audit Manager

GENERALI
09.2011 - 09.2012
  • Improved operational efficiency by identifying and addressing process discrepancies through meticulous examination of process and records.
  • Managed various missions, covering compliance, financial, and operational efficiency audits:
  • Executed internal audit tasks and ensured compliance standards adherence
  • Recommended new methods to improve internal controls and operating efficiency.
  • Prepared for audit assignments by detailing scope, compiling documentation, conducting interviews and tests, and meticulously writing reports

Junior Financial Controller

Xerox
07.2010 - 07.2011


  • Developed and implemented SG&A optimization strategies
  • Proactively analyzed selling, general, and administrative expenses for pinpointing areas for cost reduction and efficiency enhancement
  • Achieved significant cost savings and increased profitability through development of innovative budget plans and presentation of persuasive proposals to chief controller
  • Played key role in enhancing organization's financial health and operational efficiency by devising effective strategies.

Education

MBA - Finance, Controlling

INSEEC Business School
PARIS, FRANCE
2012

Bachelor’s Degree - Business & Management

University of Paris XII
PARIS, FRANCE
2010

Skills

  • Strategy Creation & Consultation
  • Finance Controlling & Oversight
  • Business / Digital Transformation
  • Project Cycle Management and analysis
  • Strategic Planning & Execution
  • Delivery Assurance
  • Problem-Solving
  • Budgeting & Forecasting
  • Risk Assessment & Mitigation
  • Auditing & Internal Controls
  • Agile Methodology / Working

Languages

  • French – Native | English – Fluent | Arabic – Notion
  • Languages

    English
    Advanced (C1)
    French
    Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
    Arabic
    Elementary (A2)

    Timeline

    Head of Finance & Controlling

    Ykone Limited
    11.2023 - Current

    Senior Project Manager

    AXA
    02.2019 - 06.2023

    Product Owner

    AXA
    01.2017 - 01.2019

    Strategic Business Consultant

    Cognizant Consulting And Freelancing
    02.2016 - 06.2023

    Senior Financial Auditor / Manager

    MAZARS
    01.2012 - 01.2015

    Internal Audit Manager

    GENERALI
    09.2011 - 09.2012

    Junior Financial Controller

    Xerox
    07.2010 - 07.2011

    MBA - Finance, Controlling

    INSEEC Business School

    Bachelor’s Degree - Business & Management

    University of Paris XII
    Hasni Degla