- Overseeing and managing daily payment transactions, including processing, settlements and reconciliations. - Ensuring accurate and timely execution of all payments across systems and platforms. - Monitoring payment systems and promptly troubleshooting technical or operational issues. - collaborating with internal teams to optimize payment flows and processes. - Ensuring all payment transactions comply with regulatory and compliance requirements. - collaborating with compliance teams to monitor anti-money laundering (AML) measures and fraud detection. - creating detailed reports on payment transactions, transaction volumes and performance metrics. - analysing data to identify trends, inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement - working closely with banks, payment service providers and internal teams to ensure smooth integration and partnership

• Managed client KYC and verification processes, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. • Established strong partnerships with banks, e-wallet providers, and payment gateways to optimize operations. • Developed an online platform and analyzed bank statements for accurate financial insights. • Assisted in the company's initial operations in Russia, integrating APIs for merchants and P2P acquiring clients. • Handled high-risk business accounts (e.g., online casinos) and negotiated competitive rates across Russia, CIS, Africa, and Asia. • Led efforts in risk management by monitoring transactions, identifying fraudulent activities, and ensuring anti-money laundering (AML) compliance. • Designed and implemented operational strategies to improve payment processing efficiency and enhance customer satisfaction. • Managed multi-currency transactions and ensured seamless fund settlements across various financial institutions. • Provided financial reporting on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis and coordinated multiple projects efficiently. • Spearheaded integrations with new payment providers, expanding the company's network and service offerings. • Conducted competitor analysis to ensure market competitiveness and suggested improvements for pricing and service models.

• Led business development initiatives, focusing on identifying and engaging high-risk sectors such as crypto, gaming, and online services. • Conducted in-depth market research to identify new business opportunities and align product offerings with customer needs. • Negotiated and finalized key partnerships with financial institutions, payment providers, and fintech companies to enhance service offerings. • Facilitated due diligence processes and KYC procedures for onboarding clients, ensuring compliance with international financial regulations. • Managed the full sales cycle, from lead generation to contract negotiation and implementation, ensuring high client retention and satisfaction. • Worked closely with the compliance team to develop and maintain internal risk management frameworks, including anti-money laundering (AML) and fraud prevention measures. • Assisted clients in obtaining access to banking services such as IBANs, SWIFT, SEPA, and offshore accounts, providing tailored financial solutions. • Collaborated with product teams to refine payment gateway features based on customer feedback and market trends. • Contributed to strategic pricing models to remain competitive in the market, leading to increased revenue growth. • Regularly reported to senior management on key performance indicators (KPIs), market trends, and the overall health of client relationships.

• Managed lead schedules, including cash, investments, and bank confirmations, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance. • Conducted financial statement audits and performed substantive testing on revenue, expenses, and assets. • Assisted in risk assessment procedures by identifying key financial risks and control weaknesses. • Worked with major financial institutions (HSBC, Tinkoff, Citibank) to assess their internal controls and regulatory compliance. • Performed in-depth reviews of financial models, business valuations, and digital marketing audits. • Prepared financial reports summarizing audit findings and provided recommendations for process improvements. • Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including tax and advisory departments, to ensure a comprehensive audit approach.

• Managed the full lifecycle of RFP (Request for Proposal) submissions, ensuring timely delivery of competitive and high-quality proposals in response to client needs. • Developed a comprehensive "Decision to Bid" (DTB) process, evaluating project feasibility, aligning resources, and identifying risks, ultimately optimizing the bid selection process. • Led proposal review meetings with senior leadership, identifying key strategies and differentiators to position Hill International as the preferred choice for major infrastructure and construction projects. • Coordinated with technical teams, project managers, and subject matter experts to gather the required project information, ensuring all technical specifications and requirements were met. • Created and refined pricing strategies for proposals by working closely with finance teams, ensuring cost-effective and competitive pricing models while maintaining profitability. • Collaborated with marketing teams to ensure that all proposals were well-branded, visually appealing, and aligned with corporate messaging and design guidelines (using tools like InDesign and other design software). • Developed financial projections and cash flow analysis as part of the proposal submissions, presenting clear and realistic cost estimates that informed strategic decisions. • Assisted in the negotiation phase of contract terms with potential clients, ensuring alignment with project deliverables and company capabilities. • Monitored and tracked proposals post-submission, following up on clients' decisions and gathering feedback to improve future submissions.

Performed detailed reconciliation of petty cash, ensuring accurate tracking of expenses and reimbursements according to company policies. • Assisted the finance team with month-end closing procedures, including bank reconciliations, journal entries, and financial reporting. • Worked closely with the accounts payable department to verify invoices and match them with purchase orders, ensuring timely payments and avoiding discrepancies. • Supported the management team in the preparation of monthly and quarterly financial reports, which included variance analysis and commentary on budget deviations. • Contributed to improving internal controls by identifying gaps in the financial process and suggesting improvements, particularly in invoicing and expense tracking. • Assisted with VAT compliance and preparation of documentation for tax filings, ensuring adherence to UAE tax regulations.

• Managed salary processing, bank transfers, and financial audits. • Conducted expense tracking, VAT compliance, and market analysis. • Developed marketing strategies and social media campaigns.