Taheera Ilma

Hello. I am a recent B.S. graduate with a strong interest in finance and a pursuit of an MBA in Finance starting in fall 2023. With experience in finance including healthcare, sales, and education, I am dedicated to building a successful career in the finance industry.

Professional Experience Summary

I have accumulated a diverse range of professional experiences across finance, operations, and healthcare sectors, with a strong focus on optimizing financial processes, managing operations, and leading strategic initiatives.

Investment Analyst Intern at Alzheimer's Drug Discovery Foundation (May 2023 – Present)

• I optimized finances, reducing costs by 15% using Oracle E-Business Suite, TM1, PowerBI, SQL, and Python.
• I analyzed ROA and ROE, improving portfolio returns by 10% and efficiency by 5%.
• I managed budgeting, analysis, and portfolio management.
• I led wellness initiatives and technology adoption, enhancing organizational efficiency.

• I managed accounts payable, reviewed 200+ invoices, and prepared 150+ vouchers with 99% accuracy.
• I increased the applicant pool by 25% through innovative talent attraction strategies.
• I ensured compliance and efficiency in financial transactions and risk assessment.

• I enhanced financial decision-making and forecasting accuracy by 20%.
• I streamlined event management operations, reducing expenses by 15%.

• I conducted financial analyses, including cost-benefit assessments and budget variance analysis.
• I optimized cross-functional budgeting for accurate forecasts and resource allocation.

Finance and Operations at Dry Harbor Nursing Home & Rehabilitation Center (September 2021 – December 2022)

• I managed administrative tasks, ensuring seamless nursing home operations.
• I demonstrated strong organizational skills in record-keeping and scheduling.

Sales Associate at CVS Pharmacy (July 2019 – April 2020)

• I implemented strategies for enhanced efficiency and cost reduction.
• I exceeded sales goals through innovative marketing efforts.

Program Facilitator at Coalition for Hispanic Family Services (September 2017 – August 2019)

• I developed communication skills by explaining complex concepts to students.
• I demonstrated organizational and problem-solving abilities through lesson planning and personalized support.

Leadership Experience

• I enabled ADA-compliant finance resource access and researched financial aspects of project management as a Graduate Assistant at St. John's University.
• I researched investment banking and behavioral finance, contributing to client strategies.
• I led women’s finance initiatives as Vice President of Women on Wall Street, enhancing networking and career development opportunities.
• I managed recruitment strategies and budget as Vice President of Equity and Belonging for Delta Phi Epsilon Sorority.

Technical Skills and Certifications

• I am proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Oracle E-Business Suite, TM1, PowerBI, SQL, Python, VBA Programming, and financial analysis tools.
• I completed professional certifications from Goldman Sachs, Bank of America, and JPMorgan Chase, showcasing advanced Excel, investment banking, and commercial banking skills.

• I co-authored research papers on community health and COVID-19’s mental health impact, published in respected journals.

• I am multilingual in English, Bengali, Hindi, Urdu, and elementary Arabic.
• I advocate for diversity, equity, inclusion, and mental health; enjoy dance, meditation, journaling, travel, candle making, photography, tennis, golf, and soccer.

Master of Business Administration: Finance, 05/2025

Bachelor of Science: Biomedical Sciences, 05/2023