Ing.Asaad Sbahi
Finance and Management Professional
Prague
Summary
Experienced finance and management professional with nearly 15 years of expertise, based in Prague. Holds a Master’s degree in Finance and Accounting from Masaryk University. Seeking to grow within a professional, development-focused organization where I can leverage my expertise while continuing to expand my capabilities.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
2019
2019
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Founder & Owner
Exchange Trust S.r.o
01.2023 - Current
- Launched and structured a regulated financial business specializing in currency exchange and cash operations.
- Developed internal control procedures, including documentation of all cash transactions, verification protocols, and audit trails.
- Managed supplier and partner payments, negotiated foreign exchange deals, and reconciled daily settlements with bank accounts.
- Created dynamic pricing models based on real-time market fluctuations, conducting financial analysis and reporting on profitability.
- Supervised day-to-day cash stock and liquidity across multiple currencies.
- Transitioned the business to autonomous operations by building processes and dashboards.
- Developed strong partnerships with other businesses to allow for collaboration and more significant opportunities for growth.
- Established a successful business by identifying market needs and developing innovative solutions.
Business Analyst
Kyndryl s.r.o
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Collaborated with finance and operations teams to monitor spending against budget, providing cost variance analysis.
- Conducted monthly financial reconciliations and reporting for internal stakeholders.
- Designed dashboards and reporting tools using Excel and SQL to improve cash flow visibility.
- Supported procurement and supplier relations by validating invoices and matching POs.
- Participated in projects to optimize internal controls and operational efficiency.
- Developed high-quality documentation to support training efforts, helping employees fully understand new systems and procedures.
Treasury Manager
Trais Gold s.r.o
01.2017 - 01.2022
- Oversaw cash operations across multiple branches, ensuring efficient distribution of liquidity.
- Monitored daily cash flows, managed FX positions, and implemented risk mitigation strategies.
- Trained staff on compliance procedures including KYC and AML.
- Conducted regular reconciliations and variance analysis reports to support management decisions.
- Coordinated supplier payments and interbranch settlements in line with AP and AR standards.
- Managed foreign exchange exposures by developing a comprehensive hedging strategy to minimize currency risks.
- Improved financial reporting by creating customized reports that provided actionable insights into cash positions, investment performance, and exposure levels.
- Supported organizational growth through active participation in mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures activities.
Currency Exchange Teller
Kirkuk Company S.r.o.
02.2014 - 12.2016
- Provided currency exchange services to walk-in clients, ensuring professional and efficient customer service in a fast-paced environment.
- Handled large volumes of cash across multiple currencies, maintaining strict accuracy and security protocols.
- Managed daily cash flows and ensured optimal levels of available capital to meet client demand.
- Monitored exchange rate fluctuations and updated displayed rates accordingly to reflect market changes.
- Reconciled cash drawers and prepared end-of-day financial reports to ensure accounting accuracy.
- Maintained compliance with anti-money laundering (AML) regulations and internal financial procedures.
- Built strong relationships with repeat customers by delivering reliable service and trustworthy advice on currency transactions.
Education
Master of Finance - Finance And Accounting
Masaryk University
Brno, Czechia 04.2001 - 01.2013
Bachelor’s Degree - Economics and Business Administration
Aleppo University
Aleppo, Syria01-2011
Skills
Advanced Excel
XLOOKUP
Pivot Tables
Data Analysis
Conditional Formatting
Data Visualization
SAP
SQL
Additional Information
Additional Training & Certifications
Self-paced online learning via Udemy – 2025
- The Complete Financial Analyst Course 2025
- Financial Planning & Analysis: Building a Company's Budget
Recently completed several courses to strengthen my financial knowledge and refresh key concepts that were not directly utilized in my previous roles, particularly in areas like financial analysis and corporate budgeting.
Timeline
Founder & Owner
Exchange Trust S.r.o
01.2023 - Current
Business Analyst
Kyndryl s.r.o
01.2022 - 01.2023
Treasury Manager
Trais Gold s.r.o
01.2017 - 01.2022
Currency Exchange Teller
Kirkuk Company S.r.o.
02.2014 - 12.2016
Master of Finance - Finance And Accounting
Masaryk University
04.2001 - 01.2013
Bachelor’s Degree - Economics and Business Administration
Aleppo University