Heerad Zahedi
About Heerad Zahedi
Heerad Zahedi is a Senior Finance Business Partner currently working at Onfido in London, England. He has a diverse background in finance, having held various roles in accounting and finance management across multiple companies since 2013.
Current Role as Senior Finance Business Partner
Heerad Zahedi currently serves as a Senior Finance Business Partner at Onfido, a position he has held since 2022 in London, England. In this role, he engages in business partnering with various budget holders, including C-level executives, across multiple departments such as Sales & Marketing, General & Administrative, and Research & Development. He is responsible for providing quarterly forecasting and detailed reporting summaries that compare budget versus actual versus forecast figures on a monthly basis.
Previous Experience at Onfido
Heerad Zahedi worked at Onfido as a Finance Manager from 2020 to 2022. During his tenure, he contributed to financial management and reporting processes. His experience at Onfido provided him with a solid foundation in finance within the tech industry, allowing him to develop skills in business partnering and financial analysis.
Career Background in Finance
Heerad Zahedi has a diverse background in finance, having worked in various roles before his current position. He began his career at Aser Group, where he served as a Junior Accountant from 2018 to 2019 and then as a Management Accountant from 2019 to 2020. He also gained experience as a Finance Assistant at Blue Saffron Ltd from 2016 to 2017. This progression through different finance roles has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of financial operations.
Education and Professional Qualifications
Heerad Zahedi studied Accounting and Finance at the University of Brighton, where he earned a BSc in Accounting & Finance (Hons) from 2014 to 2017. He furthered his education by achieving the Certified Chartered Accountant designation through ACCA from 2018 to 2021. His educational background has provided him with a strong foundation in financial principles and practices.
Interests in Technology and Innovation
Heerad Zahedi has a strong interest in exploring advancements in technology, particularly in blockchain and artificial intelligence. He believes in the potential of automation to enhance human efficiency. This interest aligns with his work in finance, where he focuses on metrics such as return on investment (ROI) and lifetime value to customer acquisition cost (LTV/CAC), particularly in collaboration with Sales & Marketing teams.