MUNTAZIR ABBAS
ISLAMABAD, PAKISTAN
Summary
Experienced Operational Banking Officer with 8 years in managing daily operations, ensuring compliance, and improving customer service. Skilled in processing transactions, managing risks, training staff, and enhancing efficiency. Proficient with banking systems and technology, resolving customer issues, and upholding accuracy and security. Dedicated to exceptional service and continuous improvement.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Banking Officer
Allied Bank Ltd.
Rawalpindi
10.2023 - Current
- Scrutiny of accounts as per SBP Anti Money Laundering (AML) policies / Combating the Financing of Terrorism (CFT) Guidelines
- Handling and editing of dormant accounts, address & maintaining contact update of customers
- Handling of branch queries for rejected accounts at Centralized Account Opening
- Must have knowledge of Relevant Account opening fields in Core Banking system
- Scrutinize branch wise Account Opening Documentation and process requests for opening, amendments & closing of customer’s accounts in system within agreed timeliness to ensure that all EDD/CDD/KYC/AML/CFT/CPF requirements are fulfilled, while opening of accounts.
- Minimize the risk associated with account opening by providing guidance to the branches on the day to day operational issues.
Senior Officer Account
U micro finance bank Ltd.
Islamabad
04.2022 - 10.2023
- Supervised the account opening activity
- Circulates dashboard, daily activity report to Pan Pakistan Regional Head and Business Heads along with bank top management.
- Collaborate with other departments to gather financial information and ensure accuracy of information.
- Ensure compliance with approved Banking operation regulation and State bank of Pakistan.
- Provide support during audits and resolve the discrepancies.
- Resolve accounting discrepancies and irregularities in a timely and professional manner.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Unit Head.
Officer Centralized Account Opening
MCB Bank Ltd.
Islamabad
11.2019 - 04.2022
- Manage Account Opening activity under Unit Head supervision & work as a back-up.
- Should have thorough knowledge of all types of account.
- Review/Scrutiny of Account Opening Forms and documents as per SBP Regulations and Bank Internal Policy.
- Manage Account Maintenance and perform all related activities.
- Assist Unit Head for Internal & External Audit. All other miscellaneous activities performed at the Centralized Processing Unit.
- Perform all assigned task within define TAT.
- Any other job assigned by the Line Manger/Divisional Head.
- Ensure time by Submission of data/reports required by line manager/RO/HO
Officer Account Maintenance
Askari Bank Ltd
Islamabad
04.2016 - 11.2019
- Scrutinize branch wise Account Opening Documentation and process requests for opening, amendments & closing of customer’s accounts in system within agreed timeliness to ensure that all EDD/CDD/KYC/AML/CFT/CPF requirements are fulfilled, while opening of accounts.
- Minimize the risk associated with account opening by providing guidance to the branches on the day to day operational issues.
- To perform the duties as per CPU operations in accordance with CPU’s SOPs, Bank Rules and regulations and SBP prudential regulations.
- Arrange Clarifications and resolve the disputes with branches and line management arising out of day to day CPU operations.
- Any other responsibility assigned by the line Manager.
Education
Master's in Banking & Finance - Banking And Financial Support Services
Virtual University of Pakistan
Islamabad04-2019
Bechelor in Commerce (B-COM) - Commerce
Quaid-i-Azam Univeristy of Islamabad
Islamabad04-2014
Inter in Commerce I-COM - Commerce
Islamabad Model College For Boys G-7/4, Islamabad.
Islamabad07-2012
Matric - General Studies
Islamabad Model School For Boys G-7/4 Islamabad
Islambad08-2010
Skills
- Risk Management
- Technical knowledge
- Financial Planning
- Best Practices
- Operations Management
- Creative Thinking
- Verbal and written communication
- Powerpoint Presentations
Affiliations
- Volunteer Work: Helped at the local animal shelter with events and fundraising. Gained organizational skills and a commitment to helping others.
- Leadership Roles: Edited the university newspaper, leading a team and improving my leadership and communication skills.
- Hobbies: Enjoy hiking and nature photography, which boosts creativity and love for the outdoors.
- Sports and Fitness: Compete in triathlons, showing perseverance and strong time management.
- Professional Development: Attended finance tech workshops to stay updated and improve my skills.
- Cultural Engagement: Participated in local theater productions, enhancing public speaking and teamwork abilities.
Accomplishments
- Leadership Role: Appointed as Team Leader in 2022 at U microfinance bank, where I successfully led a team of 10 members, resulting in increased profitability of bank due to day and night services to respective branches and valued clients.
- Professional Certification: Earned
1. Account opening documentations
2. Anti-money laundering and terrorist financing
Languages
Punjabi
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Urdu
Proficient (C2)
C2
Timeline
Banking Officer
Allied Bank Ltd.
10.2023 - Current
Senior Officer Account
U micro finance bank Ltd.
04.2022 - 10.2023
Officer Centralized Account Opening
MCB Bank Ltd.
11.2019 - 04.2022
Officer Account Maintenance
Askari Bank Ltd
04.2016 - 11.2019
Master's in Banking & Finance - Banking And Financial Support Services
Virtual University of Pakistan
Bechelor in Commerce (B-COM) - Commerce
Quaid-i-Azam Univeristy of Islamabad
Inter in Commerce I-COM - Commerce
Islamabad Model College For Boys G-7/4, Islamabad.
Matric - General Studies
Islamabad Model School For Boys G-7/4 Islamabad
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