Salman Sajid

Salman Sajid

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  • About me

    Senior Manager, Audit and Assurance at PwC Canada

  • Education

    • Silverthorn Collegiate Institute

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      Ontario Secondary School Diploma Commerce 96.65%

      ❖ First Position Honors Awarded (Graduating Class Size: 420 Students)❖ Most Valuable Player, Silverthorn Cricket League, 2011❖ Chartered Accountant High School Ambassador

    • Queen's University

      2011 - 2015
      Bachelor of Commerce, B. Comm. (Hons.) Accounting

      ❖ Delegate: McGill Trading Competition (2012). Queen’s CEEC (2012), Queen’s DECA (2012), QCTC (2011, 2012 & 2013)❖ Recipient of D.I. McLeod Dean's List Scholarship, Queen’s Principal Scholarship, Queen Elizabeth II Aiming For The Top Scholarship, Ernst & Young Technology And Learning Scholarship, First Proficiency Entrance Scholarship, William Park Carr Scholarship, Ontario Scholar

    • The University of Western Australia

      2014 - 2014
      Bachelor's Degree Commerce

      ❖ Participated in an Academic Exchange at the University of Western Australia from January 2014 to June 2014.

  • Experience

    • Enactus Queen's

      Mar 2012 - Mar 2014
      Marketing Director

      ❖ Coordinated and supervised the development of Social Media platforms, increasing user engagement by 97%❖ Planned and executed new events to foster stronger community relationships and increase the program’s effectiveness❖ Demonstrated problem-solving skills by resolving setbacks in strategies using innovative techniques and leadership• Previously IT and Publications Director:Responsible for maintaining the Enactus Queen’s website and continuously updating it with videos, articles, and news. Responsibilities also included managing all Audio/Visual equipment at competitions, and maintaining and updating Enactus emails on their servers. As well working with the Marketing Director to increase the online presence of Enactus Queen’s. Show less

    • Queen's Accounting Association

      Mar 2012 - Mar 2015

      ❖ Trained and hired a team of 20, and bolstered mentorship and delegation skills while maintaining camaraderie amongst the executive; which includes planning and developing a plan for social integration and teambuilding ❖ Collaborating with fellow students and firm representatives alike to engage students in the Accounting profession through insightful networking opportunities and events; notable engagements include Accounting Week❖ Strengthened – and continuing to bolster – my mentorship skills and problem solving abilities Show less ❖ Conduct high-level planning and decision making of annual goals with a team of four other executives to ensure that QAA attracts the Big 4 Accounting firms to QAA events such as CPA Night and Accounting Speaker Series❖ Lead a team of three coordinators to develop and execute marketing initiatives to engage students in QAA activities❖ Created a novel design for the new sponsorship package, generating 50% increase in sponsorship and receiving positive feedback from the QAA team and several firms on its professionalism and creativity• Previously IT Director:Responsible for designing and maintenance of QAA website and providing timely updates to the website with respect to new events, initiatives, competitions. Also, working closely with Promotions Coordinator to design the sponsorship package, QAA newsletter, posters and any other marketing materials. Show less

      • Co-Chair

        Mar 2014 - Mar 2015
      • Public Relations Director

        Mar 2012 - Mar 2014
    • Lahore Stock Exchange (G) Ltd.

      Jul 2012 - Aug 2012
      Rotational Intern

      ❖ Administrated and controlled Pearl Capital Management System/Ultra Trade providing timely updates to 200 plus members. Updates included company affairs received through fax and email. ❖ Assisted in development of ‘Live Market Streamer’ to increase efficiency and effectiveness for investors and clients.❖ Researched and analyzed oil and mining industries. Thereby established reports pertaining for future investments.❖ Demonstrated the ability to successfully interact with clients in a variety of situations while performing accounts receivable tasks related to collections, monetary transactions, and deposits. ❖ Researched and prepared financial procedure and ratios for investment purposes, adopted for use by Chief Financial Officer.❖ Attended seminars and training program arranged by Central Depository Company.❖ Coordinated audits with internal auditors. Prepared internal audit reports. Show less

    • Linkster Communications

      Oct 2012 - Aug 2015
      Managing Partner
    • Queen's Marketing Association Conference (QMAC)

      Mar 2013 - Mar 2014
      IT Director

      ❖ Collaborate with co-chair to make strategic decisions to increase online presence and improve the focus of online identity❖ Spearheading IT logistics and AV equipment infrastructure to directly streamline content delivery from executives representing Coca Cola, Google, Canadian Olympics Committee and Starbucks

    • KPMG

      May 2013 - Aug 2013
      Advisory (Internal Audit) Intern

      ❖ Coordinated with senior associate to prepare process understanding and draft internal audit reports for a major client in the academic industry; specifically, I was responsible for assessing current business processes and identifying risks in operational methodologies for which I assisted the team in developing high level strategic control mechanisms ❖ Developed and maintained relationships with the client including overseeing on-time delivery of project deliverables to ensure service satisfaction, while fostering a strong team dynamic❖ Executed the preliminary Quality Performance Review program by preparing complete files and drafting various engagement documents Show less

    • PwC

      Jul 2014 - Aug 2014
      Summer Intern

      ❖ Contributed to annual audit and performance benchmarking for both a large telecommunications firm, and a domestic real estate developer; specifically, I was responsible for research tasks and finding synergies between previous deliverables❖ Honed strong analytical and statistical skills through complex data-tracking of various financial and sales figures; I became proficient in Microsoft Excel, and Oracle Accounting Software❖ Bolstered the team and office culture by playing a part in regular weekly socials, and assisting in planning a variety of intern off-site events throughout Lahore Show less

    • Queen's School of Business

      Sept 2014 - Dec 2014
      Teaching Assistant

      Teaching Assistant for COMM 111 - Introduction to Financial Accounting

    • PwC Middle East

      Aug 2015 - Aug 2018
      • Senior Associate

        Aug 2017 - Aug 2018
      • Assurance Associate

        Aug 2015 - Jul 2017
    • PwC Canada

      Sept 2018 - now
      • Senior Manager

        Jun 2024 - now
      • Experienced Manager

        Sept 2018 - Jun 2024
  • Licenses & Certifications

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Salman Sajid
      D.I. McLeod Dean's List Scholarship Queen's University Jun 2014
    • Awarded to Salman Sajid
      Certificate of Professional Development Queen's School of Business Sep 2013 Certificate presented on the basis of demonstrating a commitment to self-directed, lifelong learning through completing a series of professional development workshops offered by the Queen's Bachelor of Commerce Program.
    • Awarded to Salman Sajid
      Semi-Finalist, Enactus Nationals Enactus Canada Apr 2013
    • Awarded to Salman Sajid
      Finalist, Enactus Regionals Enactus Canada Oct 2012
    • Awarded to Salman Sajid
      Ernst & Young Technology Award - Apr 2012
    • Awarded to Salman Sajid
      First Proficiency Scholarship Silverthorn Collegiate Institute First Proficiency Scholarship is awarded annually to the top student who demonstrates academic excellence with class distinction, outstanding records of leadership and community involvement, and have made a significant contribution to the Institute.
    • Awarded to Salman Sajid
      Principal's Scholarship Queen's University $10,000 entrance scholarship that required a high school average of over 95%.
    • Awarded to Salman Sajid
      Queen Elizabeth II Aiming for the Top Scholarship Queen's University Queen Elizabeth II Aiming for the Top Scholarship is awarded annually to students who have displayed academic achievement through obtaining a GPA of 3.5 or greater. Salman has maintained the scholarship throughout his University career.
    • Awarded to Salman Sajid
      William Park Carr Scholarship William Park Carr Foundation Sole award recipient from Silverthorn Collegiate Institute 2011 Graduating Class. Award based on outstanding extra-curricular involvement and contribution to school community.
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Mentor

      Issued by Commerce Kids on Sept 2011
      Commerce KidsAssociated with Salman Sajid
    • Mentor

      Issued by SOS Children's Villages on Jun 2010
      SOS Children's VillagesAssociated with Salman Sajid