Umesh Rijal

Experience

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  J.N. Mital & Co.

  Jan 2013 - Oct 2013

  Articled Assistant

  Keenly learned as the articled assistant the accounting, taxation, finance, auditing, and compliance matters related to the professional course of Chartered Accountancy in India.● Concurrent audit of banks (PNB and Canara Bank)● Stock audit of major clients of banks,● Internal audit as well as statutory audit of listed companies,● Tax planning of HNIs and companies,● Internal control system development and implementation,

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  Sehgal Mehta & Co.

  Nov 2013 - Feb 2016

  Articled Assistant

  Keenly learned as the articled assistant the accounting, taxation, finance, auditing, and compliance matters related to the professional course of Chartered Accountancy in India.● Concurrent audit of banks (PNB and Canara Bank)● Stock audit of major clients of banks,● Internal audit as well as statutory audit of listed companies,● Tax planning of HNIs and companies,● Internal control system development and implementation,

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  Jyoti Bikash Bank Ltd.

  Dec 2018 - Feb 2020

  Junior Officer

  Improved the overall credit approval system of the department while acting as an in – charge of Retail and SME portfolio of the bank. Assisted in developing document management system for credit files, and worked towards overall increment of efficiency of credit review process for speedy service delivery.● Monitoring periodic reporting of branches (For example; control reporting i.e. monitoring of authority, current assets monitoring of clients),● Reviewing & forwarding for approval the various memorandums (For eg. collateral release, interest rate revision, phases – wise loan disbursement, rectification of various errors etc.)● Reviewing loan files forwarded to us for risk analysis, credit assessment and expressing an opinion thereto● Acting as an In charge of the department (assigning loan files for review to subordinates as per their level of competency, daily status reporting to HOD),● Highest turnover in reviewing loan files at such a short duration Show less

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  NMB Bank Ltd.

  Feb 2020 - Jan 2023

  Internal Auditor

  Planning and leading the internal audit function of branches of NMB Bank and various departments in line with the Directives of Nepal Rastra Bank, applicable regulatory and supervisory frameworks prevailing in Nepal. I’ve been recognized for commendable job efficiency by Head of Department during the COVID – 19 pandemic:● Planning of internal audit process,● Leading and conducting internal audit of branches by managing given human resources,● Conducting financial analysis of the bank on quarterly basis,● Conducting market analysis of banking sector of Nepal on quarterly basis based on the data published by the banks,● Conducting and providing training on AML/CFT for the staffs of branch,● Completed job with high efficiency, Show less

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  Nepal Electronic Payment Systems Ltd

  Jan 2023 - Jan 2024

  Chief Financial Officer

  Finance Departmenta) Formulate, review, and regularize financial policies and SOPs,b) Frame and regularize monthly, quarterly, and yearly financial reporting and MIS,c) Prepare budget, and its periodic review,d) Lead role in statutory audit, internal audit, information system audit, PCI DSS audit, ISO review,e) Frame compliance mechanism and ensure its strict adherence,f) Formulate and implement the Investment Policy of the company,Administration Departmenta) Evaluate vendors and negotiate with them,b) Review agreements with local and international vendors, prepare Non-Disclosure Agreement/MOU,c) Ensure general administration for the smooth operation of the office,d) Ensure proprietary procurement activities,e) Ensure proper coding, and safeguarding of the assets of the company,Human Resource Departmenta) Play a leading role in regularizing and standardizing the process of HR,b) Formulate policy, bylaws, and SOPs to ensure regulatory compliance, and increase the engagement level of the employees,c) Develop succession planning based on competency mapping.Company Secretary, and Member Secretary of Audit Committee and Risk Management and Compliance Committeea) Collecting agendas for the meeting, calling the meeting, and minutes the meeting of the Board of Directors and various Board level committees,b) Ensure that the decisions of BOD and other committees are implemented.Risk Management and Compliance Departmenta) Formulate Risk Management and Compliance Policy, and ensure its strict compliance,b) Develop, implement, and monitor Risk Reporting Framework,c) Periodic reporting of risk based on risk governance framework,d) Periodic compliance monitoring,e) Develop risk risk-reporting culture. Show less

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  NOW CFO

  Jan 2024 - now

  Director

  Key responsibilities are:a) Develop and execute business strategies to drive growth and expand market share in the country.b) Lead and manage a high-performing team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, andexcellence.c) Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, partners, and governmentagencies.d) Monitor industry trends, competitor activities, and market dynamics to identify opportunities andmitigate risks.e) Ensure the delivery of exceptional customer service and client satisfaction.f) Drive the implementation of operational processes and quality standards to optimize efficiency andeffectiveness.g) Represent NOW CFO at industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities. Show less