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Khalid Ahmed Financial Modelling and Investments ExpertKA

Khalid Ahmed

Financial Modelling and Investments Expert
  • Suggested rate
    €448 / day
  • Experience15+ years
  • Response rate100%
  • Response time1 hour
The project will begin once you accept Khalid's quote.
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Dubai City, United Arab Emirates
Can work on-site at your office in
  • and around Dubai City (up to 50km)
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Khalid in a few words
I help businesses, investors, and startups unlock financial clarity and make smarter decisions. With 18+ years of global M&A and investment experience, I build robust, easy-to-use financial models tailored to your goals—whether you're raising capital, assessing acquisitions, or optimizing business performance.

Services include:
  • Custom Financial Models (3-statement, DCF, LBO, Operating models, etc.)
  • Business Valuation for fundraising, buy-side/sell-side, or strategic planning
  • Transaction Support (Due diligence, deal analysis, investor presentations)
  • Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) and budgeting tools
  • Startup & Pitch Deck Financials with clear, investor-friendly metrics
  • Presentations and reports for IC or Board

I bring a deep understanding of finance and a hands-on, collaborative approach—no fluff, just clear, actionable insights to move your business forward.
Experience
  • Hapag Lloyd AG (UASC)
    Senior Manager, Investments and Projects
    April 2022 - August 2024 (2 years and 4 months)
    Dubai - United Arab Emirates
    German Shipping, Transport and Logistics Company Senior Manager, Investments and Projects

    • Spearheaded M&A and business development initiatives, overseeing the entire process from due diligence through integration, successfully completing transactions worth over $700 million.
    • Led the creation and refinement of complex financial models, conducting detailed valuation analyses to assess the economic feasibility of potential investments, resulting in the successful identification of three high-impact opportunities (Terminals).
    • Developed and tracked transaction execution plans, ensuring that 100% of internal and external deadlines were met, significantly enhancing project delivery timelines.
    • Coordinating transaction execution with team members, tracking deliverables and liaising with internal and external partners.
    • Authored and presented detailed reports to the Board and Investment Committee, enabling informed decision making and contributing to the approval of key strategic investments.
  • RAK GAS LLC
    Senior Economist
    July 2017 - February 2022 (4 years and 7 months)
    Ras Al-Khaimah - Ras al Khaimah - United Arab Emirates
    National Oil and Gas Company of the Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah Senior Economist (investments and divestments)

    • Led financial modelling and scenario analysis for Exploration and Production Sharing Agreements (EPSAs), assessing fiscal terms and supporting negotiations with governments in Africa and the Middle East.
    • Developed and negotiated Joint Venture (JV) agreements and Sales and Purchase Agreements (SPAs), ensuring strategic alignment and value optimization.
    • Negotiated EPSA terms with government stakeholders, balancing risk and reward to align with corporate investment thresholds.
    • Advised the Government of Ras Al Khaimah (RAK) on structuring and successfully executing the emirate's upstream oil and gas licensing round.
    • Streamlined communication and collaboration with global investors and E&P companies to enhance deal execution and foster long-term partnerships.
  • Duff and Phelps Securities Ltd
    Vice President, Corporate Finance
    June 2015 - June 2017 (2 years)
    London, UK
    Leading U.S midmarket consulting firm focused on M&A and restructuring advisory Vice President, Corporate Finance

    • Led end-to-end M&A transactions in the upstream and downstream oil and gas sector, including sell-side and buy-side deals, managing all phases from due diligence and valuation to negotiations and closing, ensuring seamless execution across all stages.
    • Served as the primary point of contact for clients, maintaining strong relationships and ensuring high satisfaction levels by delivering on all mandate milestones.
    • Developed and implemented advanced valuation models based on specific EPSA terms (DCF, LBO), providing clients with critical insights for investment decisions.
    • Managed and mentored a team of three analysts, overseeing their deliverables and providing training in financial modeling and M&A processes to improve overall team performance.
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Education
  • MSc. Banking & Finance
    Business School, City University London
    2006
    MSc. Banking & Finance
  • Bachelor of Arts
    University of Michigan Ann Arbor
    2002
    Bachelor of Arts
Certifications
  • CFA
    CFA
    2001