Some of Our Alumni

Financial Analyst at OpenText
Degree Earned: Master of Financial Accountability
Year Graduated: 2019
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aref-amir-alavi/

Master in York University, which covers corporate governance, risk management, financial analysis, and compensation analysis.

Vice President, Internal Audit – Citibank
Degree Earned: Master of Financial Accountability
Year Graduated: 2019
LinkedIn: linkedin.com

Babs is currently part of the Internal Audit – Global Risk Transformation team of Citibank, Canada. He is an accomplished professional with over 20years experience spanning through international and regional geographies in consulting, commercial and investment banking, corporate governance, audit, compliance, risk management & controls; a mentor and leader with keen interest in providing platforms for the development of other younger professionals.

Babs who is a fellow of Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN), graduated from York University with MFAc in 2019. He also holds a Master’s in Business Administration (MBA) from University of Ilorin – Nigeria and a professional certificate in Risk Management from University of Toronto, Canada.

Babs enjoys soccer, music & tennis.

Manager Model Governance and Advisory at TD bank
Degree Earned: Master of Financial Accountability
Year Graduated: 2017
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-imonikhe-mfac-31166423/

Diana Imonikhe is a Finance, Risk and Governance professional with over 13 years of experience. Her experience includes working for CIBC Mellon Global Securities and CPPIB which are leaders in the global custodian, asset management, institutional investing and large pension fund management. Since graduating from the MFAc program she has worked as a Data Steward implementing Data Strategy and Governance within the Treasury Balance Sheet Management team at TD and currently works as Manager Model Governance and Advisory for TD in the newly minted Corporate Transformation team supporting several areas with Finance. She is an experienced professional with a demonstrated history of leadership, problem-solving, delegating tasks and coaching while working in the banking and financial services sector. In addition, she is known for her great sense of humour along with her depth and knowledge in Risk Management, Regulatory Compliance, Derivatives and Treasury Management.  

Analyst at Hexarem Inc
Degree Earned: Master of Financial Accountability
Year Graduated: 2020
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vishrutee-eshna-bhurtun-b34895b1/

Eshna is currently working in an independent executive compensation advisory firm called Hexarem Inc, where she has been applying the knowledge received from the FACC 6700 course to help develop appropriate and calibrated incentive compensation plan that will support clients during the deployment of their strategic plan over the different period and attract, retain and reward their talent capital. Eshna has worked through different industries (financial services, retail and not-for-profit) and geographies (United Kingdom, Canada). During her time at the university, she founded the MFAc Society and has been actively volunteering at MIAB.

Senior Analyst at Scotiabank
Degree Earned: Master of Financial Accountability
Year Graduated: 2017
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eunice-liu-51644911a/

Eunice Liu specializes in Anti-Money Laundering/KYC investigation and Enhanced Due Diligence with 3 years working experience in financial sector. Eunice graduated from MFAc in 2017, and is now working as a Senior Analyst of AML Operations at Scotiabank. She conducts in-depth and holistic  investigations on high-risk customers to make sure the customers’ risks are commensurate with the Bank’s risk appetite.

Risk Rating Specialist at TD Bank
Degree Earned: Master of Financial Accountability
Year Graduated: 2021
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bestluck/

Fery graduated from MFAc at York university in 2021. His CO-OP experiences in the operating side of the company improved his ability to communicate with the team effectively and also immersed him in learning a new process.
He is currently working at TD Bank as a Risk Rating Specialist, generating Borrower Risk Rating calculations for each request and also knowledge of Moody’s Risk Analyst to help their clients in a timely manner.

Lizzie, a 2022 MFAc graduate, presently holds a position as an analyst specializing in electricity rate applications at the Ontario Energy Board. During her time at MFAc, Lizzie completed two impactful internships within the energy sector. One was with the Inspection and Enforcement Department at OEB, and the other with the Asset Strategy Team at Liberty Utilities. These internships were instrumental in securing her first full-time position at the Alberta Utilities Commission in Calgary where she worked for one year. In the summer of 2023 she returned to work full-time at the Ontario Energy Board as an Analyst with the Major Rate Applications department.

Interestingly, Lizzie comes from a family deeply ingrained in the engineering and utilities field, spanning three generations. Despite this family tradition, it was her internship opportunity at OEB through the MFAc program that sparked her interest in continuing in this field. Notably, both Lizzie’s father and uncle are employed at China’s State Grid, the country’s primary utility company. Her father, an electrical engineer, oversees operational monitoring and safety control at electricity distribution sites.

In her current role at Ontario Energy Board, Lizzie’s responsibilities closely align with her position at Alberta Utilities Commission. She primarily focuses on processing rate applications and has made significant contributions to the development of Alberta’s third-generation performance-based regulations for distribution companies.

CMA, CPA, CA, MFAC Public Licensed Accountant
Degree Earned: Master of Financial Accountability
Year Graduated: 2013
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-mokhtar-bb119138/

Mike is a Chartered Accountant and Certified Management Accountant with 30 years of experience in both accounting and Business. Mike holds masters in Financial Accountability from York University, and finished the CPA Indepth Tax course (3 years program). Mike was raised in his family business (3rd generation) which made him close to the decision making process and introduced him to the business environment at a very early age. That complimented with his Bachelor of Commerce major Accounting, and Law studies. Mike is experienced as an accountant and controller with large companies starting from Liquid Carbonic, Shoppers Drug Mart, Roots Canada, The Salvation Army and T.B.G. Being part of the management team of these very strong and successful companies made Mike an experienced business man with very solid and valuable advice that he offers expertly. Mike has his own CPA public practice firm.

Senior Financial Advisor at Scotiabank
Degree Earned: Master of Financial Accountability
Year Graduated: 2017
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daisysiyuluo/

Siyu Luo is currently working at Scotiabank as a senior financial advisor. She is an experienced Financial Advisor with a demonstrated history of working in the banking industry for over 3 years. She is skilled in Customer Experience, Personal Banking and Financial Planning. She graduated with MFAc at York University in 2017. Customer-centric and First Time Right mindset have always been her motivation to drive forward.

Internship Contact Coordinator at MIAB
Degree Earned: Master of Financial Accountability
Year Graduated: 2021
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ziqing-wang-40b3881a0/

• Knowledge of the risk and regulatory requirements of the Canadian Financial Services industry
• Proven record of leadership and problem-solving skills
• Superior communication skills to closely collaborate with team players and engage with decision-makers and stakeholders
• Bilingual: English (Fluent)and Mandarin (Native)