Alaa Koujan

Experience

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  Deloitte

  Aug 2007 - Feb 2010

  Semi Senior Auditor

  • Involved in efficient execution of audit tests and procedures to clients from different industries including financial services, hospitals, and real estate• Effectively planned risk assessments and conducted evaluations of internal procedures and regulations• Supervised the work assigned to junior auditors• Analyzed financial reports data and ensured effective administration of accounting methods, processes and procedures according to IFRS and Government regulations• Created a broad understanding the internal control weaknesses and noncompliance with local laws and regulations Show less

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  Banque du Liban et d'Outre Mer - BLOM

  Mar 2010 - Oct 2010

  Senior Internal Auditor

  • Set key performance indicators and monitored the performance of departments and branches for the second-largest bank in Lebanon• Assisted in the preparation of monthly, quarterly and year-end financial statements• Compiled all documentation complying with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) in line with company standards and regulations• Initiated and implemented several divisional goals for policies and procedures including improving cash handling procedures, raising awareness for the policies and procedures across the bank• Liaised with external auditors for interim financial review and yearly audit• Contributed to risk awareness and implemented internal controls across all functions via ongoing reports, procedures manuals, and process improvement meetings• Planned and supervised audit engagements• Wrote and presented audit work programs and final reports Show less

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  3D LifeCast

  Dec 2012 - Jul 2016

  Founder

  • Founded and managed a business specialized in crafting 3D life-casts for adults and children• Built the business from start up to become among the largest 3D life-casting companies in Toronto• Analyzed sales data and implemented a CRM system to reward loyal clients and encourage referral leads• Oversaw and administered all aspects of the business

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  TD Securities

  Sept 2019 - now

  • Provide compliance advice on operational rules around OTC Derivative confirmations, trade reporting, settlements, technology requirements and margin rules • Identify OTC Derivative trade reporting issues and connect with the related parties to work on resolutions • Liaising with regulators• Further develop the OTC derivative procedures according to OSC requirements• Reviewing new OTC Derivative related business opportunities and advise on any effects they could have from a compliance perspective• Keep up to date with all the changes in industry practices and any regulatory amendments that could affect compliance • Prepare summaries, communications, reports and presentations for management, regulators, and other internal and external stakeholders• Lead a global OTC Derivative roundtable to discuss all ongoing projects in the different regions• Lead a street wide OTC Derivative roundtable between the big 5 Canadian banks to discuss the different trade reporting issues and industry practices• Assist in managing regulatory and internal audits• Oversee regulatory inquiries• Engage in different working groups and committees that discuss the changes that are occurring in the industry Show less Provide compliance oversight for all OTC Derivative product related matters September 2020-February 2022• Liaise between TD Securities and the OSC for regulatory reporting matters regarding OTC Derivative issues. • Provide regulatory compliance advice for our partners regarding OTC Derivative trade reporting matters • Prepare summaries, communications, reports and presentations for management, regulators, and other internal and external stakeholders • Assist in managing regulatory and internal audits • Develop the OTC Derivative procedures and reviews to maintain regulatory compliance• Keep up to date with all industry updates and regulatory changes• Lead a global OTC Derivative roundtable to discuss all ongoing projects in the different regions• Lead a street wide OTC Derivative roundtable between the big 5 Canadian banks to discuss the different trade reporting issues and industry practices Show less Provide Compliance research, evaluation, operational, reporting and/or analytical support in oversight and control function to internal (Compliance) partners, in a timely manner• Co-ordinate requests to and from, business (Compliance) partners and coordinate tracking and reporting of Compliance function initiatives and programs• Prepare summaries, communications, reports and presentations for management, regulators, and other internal and external stakeholders• Recommend responses to enterprise Compliance Program questions and immediately escalate any sensitive issues according to departmental procedures • Analyze data and draw conclusions to meet program health reporting requirements • Analyze emerging trends pertaining to regulatory changes, reporting or other departmental functions and provide recommendations to enhance or rectify Compliance - related gaps, issues and enhancement • Proactively identify matters requiring additional review, escalation, and liaise with appropriate staff to resolve, as appropriate directly with subject matter experts in the drafting of policies, procedures, reports and Compliance Manuals. Show less

  • Compliance Business Oversight Manager

    Feb 2022 - now

  • Senior Compliance Business Oversight Analyst

    Sept 2020 - Feb 2022

  • Compliance Governance & Control Oversight Analyst II

    Sept 2019 - Sept 2020