Hassan Ismail
About Hassan Ismail
Hassan Ismail is a Group Manager in Finance Operations at WNS Global Services, with over 13 years of experience in financial services. He holds a BSc from The London School of Economics and has worked in various finance roles, specializing in finance operating models and transformation.
Work at Convex Insurance
Hassan Ismail currently serves as the Group Manager of Finance Operations at Convex Insurance. He has held this position since 2019, overseeing financial operations and reporting processes. His responsibilities include managing end-to-end financial reporting, ensuring timely delivery of reporting packs, and leading finance diagnostics projects to prepare the finance function for future challenges. His role is critical in maintaining the financial integrity and operational efficiency of Convex Insurance.
Education and Expertise
Hassan Ismail studied at The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), where he obtained a BSc degree from 2007 to 2011. He also completed his ACCA qualification, enhancing his expertise in finance. His educational background is complemented by over 13 years of experience in financial services, focusing on finance operating models and finance transformation. He specializes in the design, implementation, and management of business operating models and standard reporting suites.
Background
Hassan Ismail's educational journey began at Royal College, where he completed his primary and secondary education from 1994 to 2003. He furthered his studies at Lyceum International, Nugegoda, achieving secondary education from 2003 to 2007. His professional career includes various roles at WNS Global Services and EY, where he gained extensive experience in finance management and operations across different regions, including Sri Lanka and the United Kingdom.
Professional Experience
Hassan Ismail has held multiple positions at WNS Global Services, including Offshore Delivery Manager for Aviva Plc, Finance Manager for IT Governance & Control, and Operations Lead for Expense Management & Accounts Payable. His tenure at WNS spans from 2011 to 2021, during which he developed a strong foundation in financial operations and management. He also worked as a Senior Associate at EY from 2008 to 2010, contributing to his comprehensive understanding of the finance sector.
Achievements in Finance Operations
Hassan Ismail has a proven track record in managing complex financial reporting processes and implementing finance applications such as Hyperion and Oracle Cloud ERP. His involvement in finance diagnostics projects demonstrates his commitment to enhancing financial operations and preparing organizations for future challenges. His expertise in finance transformation has positioned him as a key player in the financial services industry.