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NUR MELISSA BINTI ISMAIL

NUR MELISSA BINTI ISMAIL

Dublin,Ireland

Summary

Results-driven finance professional with expertise in financial analysis, auditing, budgeting, and controls governance. Skilled in leveraging strong analytical, organizational, and teamwork abilities to deliver accurate reporting and strategic insights. Proven track record in optimizing processes, thriving in fast-paced environments, driving compliance and efficiency to achieve impactful financial outcomes.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work history

Finance Specialist, Finance Governance & Controls

AIA Berhad
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
2023.02 - 2024.08
  • Coordinated with auditors and control owners to resolve ICFR audit issues and implement corrective actions.
  • Designing, implementing, and maintaining internal controls systems to mitigate financial risks for all financial controls.
  • Led quarterly ICFR assessments for local entities, reporting to Group (HK-based) with no demerit points from Group.
  • Handled and submitted timely, accurate insurance policy write-offs to CFO and CEO.
  • Led the implementation of new group-level ICFR controls to local entities, ensuring alignment.
  • Excellent communication and coordination abilities to engage stakeholders across departments (Finance, Agency, Operations, HR and etc.).

Senior Executive (Budget & Management Reporting)

Putrajaya Holdings Sdn Bhd
Putrajaya, Wilayah Putrajaya
2021.08 - 2023.02
  • Prepared Group monthly, quarterly, and annual management reports with detailed financial analysis for CFO.
  • Prepare and challenged annual budget allocation submissions from business units during annual budget exercises to ensure completeness and reasonableness.
  • Monitoring budget adherence and analysing variances (including CAPEX) to recommend corrective actions and deviation specifically for Hotels, Offices & Government buildings line of businesses.
  • Acting as a liaison between finance and other departments to gather relevant data for consistencies in reporting.
  • Prepared financial insights for ad hoc projects and investment decisions, earning positive feedback from senior management.

Audit Assistant Manager

Ernst & Young PLT Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur , Malaysia
2019.09 - 2021.08
  • Reviewed and standardised working papers for new client i.e. KPJ Healthcare (which still being used till to date), ensuring consistency, improving accuracy and reducing review points from Managers and Partners.
  • Prepared cash flow memorandums for impairment assessments, ensuring input variables were reasonable.
  • Audited diverse clients across hospitality, healthcare, property, and more, gaining broad industry expertise.
  • Supervised group audits, managing 6 associates and collaborating with global teams.
  • Independently audited 2 KPJ’s largest hospitals, completing audits in a month with minimal review.
  • Supported clients in adopting MFRS 16, 15, and 9, ensuring smooth implementation of new accounting standards.
  • Assisted in multi-location assessments using EY tools (Group Analyser) to streamline processes.

Senior Associate 1 & 2

Ernst & Young PLT
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
2018.01 - 2021.09
  • Led standalone audits for high-profile clients like Berjaya, Boustead subsidiaries, Asian Football Confederation, Georg Jordan and etc., which previously required 3 members to complete.
  • Led teams of 2-4 junior associates and interns, ensuring timely, high-quality submissions with minimal oversight from manager.
  • Collaborated with teams to complete audit portfolios ahead of schedule, leading to early submissions and minimal review points from Managers.
  • Prepared and reviewed audit reports, ensuring accuracy and minimal revisions.
  • Fostered strong client relationships, ensuring effective communication and managing expectations.

Audit Associates 2

Ernst & Young PLT
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
2015.08 - 2017.12
  • Conducted an audit fieldwork for financial statement audits in compliance with regulatory standards (e.g., IFRS).
  • Drafted sections of audit reports and financial statements for senior-level review.
  • Assisted in the planning and execution of audit engagements under the supervision of Seniors and Managers.
  • Utilized EY’s audit tools and methodologies (e.g., EY Canvas, data analytics tools) to streamline workflows and improve efficiency.

Credit Analyst

Hong Leong Bank Berhad
Kuala Lumpur , Malaysia
2015.03 - 2015.07
  • Performed multiple assessment on credit worthiness a companies and assigned credit score or ratings for loan eligibility purposes
  • Checking and validate the customers data via system and ensure details are accurate
  • Complete the review of audited financial statement for ratios, trend and cash flow analysis
  • Adhere to credit policy, procedures and guidelines

Audit Associates 1

Ernst & Young PLT
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
2014.03 - 2015.03
  • Assisted and completed audit procedures, including testing internal controls, substantive tests, and preparation of SRM.
  • Support the team in preparing audit reports, summarising findings, and presenting them to senior auditors or managers.
  • Documented an audit findings and made recommendations based on the results.
  • Performed an inventory stockout for diversified industries i.e. Healthcare, Construction, Manufacturing, and Automobiles.

Intern

Petronas LNG Sdn Bhd
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
2013.06 - 2014.01
  • Assisting the team in performing test of financial controls and other relevant task such as designing financial flowcharts, process flow, as well as preparing deliverables and support team members during submission.

Education

Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) - Accounting

Dublin Business School
Dublin, Dublin
2024.08 -

Bachelor of Business Administration - Major in Finance

University Technology MARA
Segamat, Johor
2010.01 - 2014.01

Diploma of Higher Education - Banking

Universiti Teknologi Mara
Jengka, Pahang
2009.01 - 2010.09

Skills

  • Microsoft Offices (Word, Excel, PowerBI, PowerPoint, etc) - Advanced
  • SAP - Advanced
  • BWise (eGRC)System - Expert
  • Blackline system - Expert
  • LA System - Advanced

EXPERTISE

  • Financial Reporting
  • Financial statement analysis
  • Budgeting
  • Auditing
  • Accounting
  • Financial Forecasting
  • Accounts reconciliation

Accomplishments

  • AIA Malaysia NGF+ Change Agents
  • AIA Malaysia Vitality Champion committees

Languages

English
Fluent

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) - Accounting

Dublin Business School
2024.08 -

Finance Specialist, Finance Governance & Controls

AIA Berhad
2023.02 - 2024.08

Senior Executive (Budget & Management Reporting)

Putrajaya Holdings Sdn Bhd
2021.08 - 2023.02

Audit Assistant Manager

Ernst & Young PLT Malaysia
2019.09 - 2021.08

Senior Associate 1 & 2

Ernst & Young PLT
2018.01 - 2021.09

Audit Associates 2

Ernst & Young PLT
2015.08 - 2017.12

Credit Analyst

Hong Leong Bank Berhad
2015.03 - 2015.07

Audit Associates 1

Ernst & Young PLT
2014.03 - 2015.03

Intern

Petronas LNG Sdn Bhd
2013.06 - 2014.01

Bachelor of Business Administration - Major in Finance

University Technology MARA
2010.01 - 2014.01

Diploma of Higher Education - Banking

Universiti Teknologi Mara
2009.01 - 2010.09
NUR MELISSA BINTI ISMAIL