Aakash Dora

Bachelor of Commerce, Finance

Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

About

Hello and welcome to my profile! My name is Aakash Dora, and I’m a recent graduate of the School of Accounting and Finance Co-op Program at Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson University), with a strong focus on Risk Management and Corporate Finance. Through a combination of academic training and hands-on co-op experiences, I’ve developed a solid foundation in financial analysis, capital budgeting, risk assessment, and strategic decision-making. My professional experiences have strengthened my analytical mindset and taught me the importance of identifying financial risks, optimizing internal controls, and supporting data-driven business decisions. I’m passionate about helping organizations build resilience and make informed financial choices in a constantly evolving economic landscape. Feel free to explore my work experience below, and don’t hesitate to reach out if you'd like to connect or learn more. Outside of finance, I’m an avid basketball player, gym enthusiast, and always on the lookout for new food spots to try.

Experience

  • Data Analyst at Manulife
    Oct 2025 - Present · 9 mos

  • Risk Management Intern at Fidelity Investments
    May 2024 - Aug 2024 · 4 mos

    • Conducted comprehensive risk assessments to identify potential financial and operational risks, contributing to developing mitigation strategies. • Assisted in creating and implementing risk management policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. • Analyzed market trends and financial data to support risk management decisions, utilizing tools such as Excel and Bloomberg. • Collaborated with senior risk managers to prepare detailed risk reports and create RCSAs for presentations with executive leadership. • Participated in cross-functional team meetings to discuss risk management strategies and provide insights on potential risk factors. • Gained hands-on experience with risk management software and tools, enhancing technical skills and industry knowledge.

  • Finance Analyst Intern at Navigatr
    Sep 2023 - Dec 2023 · 4 mos

    • Analyze complex datasets to identify trends, patterns, and insights that inform strategic business decisions. • Develop and automate reports using SQL, Excel, and BI tools such as Tableau and Power BI to provide actionable insights to management. • Create visually appealing and interactive dashboards to effectively communicate key performance indicators and business metrics. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand data requirements and deliver customized reporting solutions. • Perform data validation and ensure data accuracy and integrity across various systems and reports.

  • Finance Media Intern at Juniper Park \ TBWA
    Jan 2023 - Apr 2023 · 4 mos

    • Assisted the Media Strategist and Financial Analyst with the month-end closing, financial analysis, forecasting and budgeting, and risk assessment for multiple media projects • Completed closing of invoice accounts for vendors and ensured the clearing of any discrepancies in the process in an efficient manner • Produce and distribute monthly financial reports exporting information from Microsoft Excel, Mediaocean, Microsoft Access, and Monarch Pro.

  • Stock Associate at ZARA USA
    Jun 2021 - Mar 2023 · 1 yr 10 mos