Our Team.

Managing Partner & CEO

 

Syed Iqbal, as the Managing Partner and CEO of Financial Guardians, exemplifies leadership shaped by a rich tapestry of global financial expertise and strategic acumen. His professional journey, which began at KPMG, showcased his exceptional skill set in audit, advisory, and financial oversight, laying a solid foundation for his future roles. Syed's tenure at KBR as a Lead Accountant marked a significant phase where he led the consolidation of financial operations across 150 subsidiaries, enhancing financial reporting, compliance, and operational efficiency on a global scale.

In his transformative role at Brilliant Equity, Syed took the helm of finance for funds worth $90 Million, where he not only streamlined accounting processes but also implemented strategic cost-saving initiatives that significantly benefited the organization. His ability to manage complex financial landscapes was further demonstrated through the establishment of robust cash management systems, investor relationship management, and the optimization of financial reporting and audits across multiple subsidiaries.

With an educational background that includes FCCA, MLA from Johns Hopkins University and an MBA from Colorado State University, Syed brings a blend of academic excellence and practical experience to Financial Guardians. His leadership is characterized by a strategic vision that drives the company towards excellence in financial services, underscored by a commitment to integrity, innovation, and client satisfaction. Syed's comprehensive approach to financial management and strategic planning positions Financial Guardians for continued growth and success in a competitive landscape.

Senior Manager

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Hira, serving as the Senior Manager at Financial Guardians, brings over a decade of rich experience in financial management within varied industries such as construction, retail, pharmaceuticals, and textile manufacturing. Her role is characterized by a profound understanding of both the macro and micro facets of financial operations, underscored by her extensive academic background, including a Master of Arts in Economics and a Bachelor of Commerce, alongside her ongoing pursuit of a Certification in Management Accountancy (CMA) from the USA.

Hira's expertise is further highlighted by her proficiency in essential financial software like Peachtree, QuickBooks, Oracle, PHP, and SAP B1, enabling her to adeptly handle accounts reconciliation, general ledger accounting, and the preparation of intricate financial statements. Her leadership at Financial Guardians has been pivotal in refining the company's financial strategies, focusing on financial accounting, cost accounting, and management accounting to bolster operational efficiency and financial integrity.

Her strategic approach to problem-solving, combined with the ability to effectively manage deadlines, makes her a key contributor to the company's success. Hira's dynamic personality, marked by a love for travel and exploration, along with her excellent sense of humor, infuses the workplace with positivity and resilience, making her not only a strategic asset to Financial Guardians but also a beloved member of the team.

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Lead Accountant

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In her tenure as a Treasury Accountant at Schlumberger, Sandy distinguished herself through her meticulous management of treasury-related balance sheet accounts and her expertise in conducting precise bank reconciliations across Latin American and North American transactions. Her commitment to financial integrity was evident in her achievement of zero discrepancies during month-end closings. Sandy adeptly prepared and presented financial reports, utilizing Blackline for efficient financial reporting, and played a crucial role in the successful transition of treasury operations to the SAP ECC system, ensuring data accuracy and system functionality.

Her responsibilities extended to overseeing bank guarantees and banking fees, managing user access as the primary banking system administrator for North American accounts, and enhancing security protocols for financial transfers. Collaborating closely with Accenture, Sandy showcased her proficiency in ERP systems, including SAP ITT, SAP ECC, Oracle, Lawson, and Blackline, to deliver effective financial reports and execute month-end tasks. Sandy's multifaceted role at Schlumberger highlights her comprehensive skill set in treasury management, financial reporting, and system administration, underpinning her critical contribution to the company's financial operations and strategic planning.

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CTO

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Naseha's professional trajectory has seamlessly blended her technological acumen with her strategic insight across various innovative domains. At Vroom, she immersed herself in the forefront of online car retailing, contributing to a paradigm shift in how vehicles are bought, sold, and financed through a data-driven e-commerce platform. Her tenure at Ipsy further refined her expertise, where she led the growth team to distill financial and growth analytics, crucial for steering the beauty subscription service's strategic direction. At AG1, Naseha applied her adeptness in data analytics to bolster the supply chain and growth initiatives, showcasing her versatility in navigating complex data landscapes to drive business outcomes. Currently, as the Chief Technology Officer at Financial Guardians, she embodies the epitome of technological leadership. Her stewardship is pivotal in orchestrating technical support, website management, and the meticulous design of financial documents and proposals. Through her visionary approach, Naseha ensures that Financial Guardians' technological infrastructure not only supports but also propels the company forward, affirming her indispensable role in shaping the company's trajectory towards excellence in financial services.

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