Zaid Alam
Rockford,IL
Summary
Experienced financial professional with expertise in financial analysis, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in financial modeling. Skilled in using data to inform strategic decisions. Collaborative team player dedicated to achieving results and adaptable to evolving requirements. Recognized for reliability, effective communication, and sharp attention to detail.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Financial Analyst Intern
QVentures
05.2025 - 07.2025
- Conducted in-depth financial analysis and due diligence on early-stage investment opportunities, evaluating financial statements, building financial models, and assessing key performance indicators to inform investment decisions.
- Performed comprehensive market research to identify industry trends, competitive landscapes, and growth opportunities for portfolio companies.
- Prepared detailed investment memos and presented findings and recommendations to partners, enhancing decision-making processes.
- Strengthened analytical, quantitative, and communication skills by translating complex financial data into actionable insights for stakeholders.
Usher
Credit Union One UIC, Chicago IL
10.2023 - 05.2024
- - Collaborated with team members to efficiently clean and prepare event stands and stages, ensuring smooth operations for subsequent events.
- - Played a pivotal role in guiding 1,000 to 4,000 attendees to designated seats, ensuring a safe and organized event environment.
Volunteer
ICNA Relief USA, Rockford, IL
09.2015 - 08.2023
- - Demonstrated exceptional interpersonal skills by effectively engaging with community members to address their needs.
- - Conducted weekly analyses of attendance trends to optimize food quantities for future distributions.
- - Coordinated preparing and distributing 150 to 200 freshly prepared meals daily to needy individuals.
Education
B.S. - Finance: Financial Planning; Information Decision Sciences: Management Information Systems
University of Illinois Chicago (UIC Chicago, IL)
Chicago, IL12.2026
Skills
- Programming: Python, JavaScript, AWS, Java
- Sales Systems: Stripe, Ticket Tailor, Facebook Marketplace
- Productivity Tools: Google Docs, Sheets, Slides, Excel, Word, Access, Tableau
- Financial Analysis: NPV Calculation (Perpetuity, Annuity), Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Tax Shielding
- Accounting Skills: Cost Accounting, Activity-Based Accounting, Financial Accounting, Managerial Accounting
- Corporate Finance: Bond/Stock Evaluation, Forecasting, Financial Modeling, Investment Research, financial Analysis
- Investments: Market Order, Limit Order, Stop Order, CAPM Calculation, Risk Aversion, Stock Factors Prediction
- Database: Data cleaning, Data filtering, Distribution List Development
Accomplishments
- Developed a distribution list of over 200 individuals that brought in 3 new investors into the firm.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop a live fund tracker that kept an overview of over 35 investments the firm made.
Leadership and Activities
UIC Muslim Association (MSA) – Treasurer September 2023 - May 2025
- Negotiated favorable pricing and food quantities with over 20 local restaurants to support events.
- Oversaw financial operations of dinner events, ensuring all transactions were stored and recorded.
- Prepared detailed budget reports of monthly expenses and revenues for general body meetings.
- Led fundraising initiatives during events and weekly prayers, securing over $10,000 in donations for future initiatives.
- Utilized Google Sheets/Excel to design and maintain a comprehensive balance sheet, ensuring accurate tracking of all the organization’s balances, incomes, and expenses.
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Urdu
Advanced (C1)
Spanish
Intermediate (B1)
Timeline
Financial Analyst Intern
QVentures
05.2025 - 07.2025
Usher
Credit Union One UIC, Chicago IL
10.2023 - 05.2024
Volunteer
ICNA Relief USA, Rockford, IL
09.2015 - 08.2023
B.S. - Finance: Financial Planning; Information Decision Sciences: Management Information Systems
University of Illinois Chicago (UIC Chicago, IL)
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