SHEREEN ALALIWAT
Senior Manager Of Treasury And Cash Management
Manama
Summary
Dedicated Telecom Financial professional with a history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Multi-tasking Manager well-known for creating positive workplace culture and high-performing teams. Demonstrated Financial monitoring, evaluating and control Treasury and revenue. Highly determined and persistent individual and leader. Experienced in the Managerial level Revenue, Treasury & Cash Management. with additional experience in:
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certification
Work History
Senior Manager Treasury and Cash Management
Zain Bahrain
01.2025 - Current
- Oversee strategic investment management and ensure optimal cash flow, profitability, and growth across all SBUs.
- Lead financial planning by developing long-term and short-term revenue and cost forecasts, and managing BHD 25+ million in cash across 20+ bank accounts.
- Monitor financial metrics (NPV, ROI) and ensure accurate financial advice for senior management and other sectors.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement business strategies and provide analytical support for Board of Directors and executives.
- Direct the development of comprehensive budgets and forecasts, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and market evolution.
- Manage liquidity and cash controls, overseeing the execution of financial plans and contingency strategies.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and internal controls, and provide financial reports to external auditors and government bodies.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives in treasury operations, implementing best practices and delivering best-in-class financial services.
- Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Negotiated high-value contracts with new suppliers, securing better pricing and terms, which improved profit margins.
- Spearheaded development of new product line, resulting in significantly increased market share and brand recognition.
- Improved team performance by providing comprehensive training and fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Reduced costs, optimized resource allocation, and improved efficiency in managing projects.
MANAGER, TREASURY & CASH MANAGEMENT
ZAIN Bahrain
1 2015 - Current
- Providing accurate financial records to senior management with the status of cash flow trending, foreign exchange and fund management performance against agreed benchmarks
- Provide investment support to major capital projects, acquisitions and disposals based on the cash flow, debts, risks and liquidity to support such decisions and undertake risk management activities to protect Zain Bahrain financial well-being
- Exhibit and evaluate different cash management solutions presented by different banks and recommended the most rewarding system based on extensive criteria of selection
- Negotiate banking arrangements, Loans interest, letter of credit and letter of Guarantee to obtain most competitive rates and highest service reliability for the company
- Manage relationship with partnered banks and seek financial advice in different market conditions
- Ensuring company fund is invested in a timely and effective manner at highest yield possible to provide maximum return, protection and availability
- Ensuring that all foreign exchange requirement of the company are properly hedged to meet all commitments at minimum risks
- Evaluate the performance of all the investment plans thoroughly; and ensure maximum security and yield.
MANAGER, REVENUE MANAGEMENT
ZAIN Bahrain
01.2007 - 01.2014
- Identification and analyzing all sources of revenues and expenditures to develop Income Statement on monthly basis
- Prepare and review monthly financial statements as per International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
- Evaluate and approve sales promotions and product pricing in coordination with Marketing department
- Align with Revenue Assurance unit to review the financial risks and protect revenue channels
- Developing Revenue Policy Process and Procedures to control and monitor performance
- Determine staffing requirements, interview, hire and train new employees, and evaluate potential employees to move to next position.
Education
Master of Science - Centre of Financial& Management Studies, Economic
University of London
London, UK 10.2011 - 01.2013
Bachelor of Science - Economic And Finance
Ahlia University Is Affiliated To Brunel University, United Kingdom (UK)
Bahrain 10.2004 - 06.2007
General certificate of Secondary Education -
Isa Town Secondary Commercial School – Commercial Stream
Skills
Certification
Productivity Improvement Practice (PIP) – Level 5 (UK)
Professional Enhancements
- 2019 Contribution to successful launch of ERP Oracle Project
- 2018 Award in Productivity Improvement Practice (PIP) Level 5 - UK
- 2017 Senior Leadership Development Programme (The University of York)
- 2015 Understanding financial statements – BIBF
- 2014 Quick wins – The leader within you
- 2011 Managers’ role at Zain
- 2010 Emotional Intelligence
- 2008 Success Communication and Success Leadership
Career Overview
A result oriented and seasoned expert who has improved the financial health and cash flow significantly. This is emphasized by controlling sources of income, using market evaluations, profitability and cost studies, financial modeling and technology utilisation to enhance the overall outcome and financial performance. Business strategic professional with high innovative skills, combined with full adoption to commercial and banking principles. An effective communicative leader with exceptional interpersonal skills, supported by volume of integrity to deliver extraordinary results.
References
- Dr. Akbar Jaffari, Chief Executive Officer – JAFCON For Productivity Improvement, 39688399, akbar@jafcon.com
- Dr. Basim AL Baharna, Chief Executive Officer and Founder – VIVID Consulting Ex Commercial Support Director – Zain Bahrain, 36339936, basim.albaharna@icloud.com
- Dr. Abdulla Alhawaj, Professor / Managing Director at Ahlia University, 39695700, aalhawaj@ahlia.edu.bh
Extracurricular Activities
- Woman Empowerment Ambassador (Zain Group - Kuwait)
- Diversity & Inclusion Giving Back to Community (Corporate Social Responsibility CSR)
- Chief Editor and graphic designer of Zain Finance Magazine
- Crown Prince Leadership Program – Future Leaders Crown Prince International Scholarship
- Program Committee member in the Supreme Council for Women.
- Multi layer marketer “Make Life Better”
- Head of Publicity Committee at Ahlia University Students’ Council
- Member of Bahrain Youth Ladies Association – (Volunteer)
- Member of External Advisory Board (Collage of Business and Finance) – Ahlia UniversityWoman Empowerment Ambassador (Zain Group - Kuwait)
- Diversity & Inclusion Giving Back to Community (Corporate Social Responsibility CSR)
- Chief Editor and graphic designer of Zain Finance Magazine
- Crown Prince Leadership Program – Future Leaders Crown Prince International Scholarship
- Program Committee member in the Supreme Council for Women.
- Multi layer marketer “Make Life Better”
- Head of Publicity Committee at Ahlia University Students’ Council
- Member of Bahrain Youth Ladies Association – (Volunteer)
- Member of External Advisory Board (Collage of Business and Finance) – Ahlia University
Accomplishments
- Documented and resolved [Issue] which led to [Results].
- Collaborated with team of [Number] in the development of [Project name].
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Achieved [Result] by introducing [Software] for [Type] tasks.
- Achieved [Result] through effectively helping with [Task].
- Achieved [Result] by completing [Task] with accuracy and efficiency.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Timeline
Senior Manager Treasury and Cash Management
Zain Bahrain
01.2025 - Current
Master of Science - Centre of Financial& Management Studies, Economic
University of London
10.2011 - 01.2013
MANAGER, REVENUE MANAGEMENT
ZAIN Bahrain
01.2007 - 01.2014
Bachelor of Science - Economic And Finance
Ahlia University Is Affiliated To Brunel University, United Kingdom (UK)
10.2004 - 06.2007
MANAGER, TREASURY & CASH MANAGEMENT
ZAIN Bahrain
1 2015 - Current
General certificate of Secondary Education -
Isa Town Secondary Commercial School – Commercial Stream
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