Experience

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  Mazars

  Jan 2009 - Jan 2011

  Auditor

  Develop an understanding of the audit approach, methodology & tools.Establish working relationships with client personnel. Review client accounting and operating procedures and systems of internal control. Provide recommendations for improved controls and enhanced business efficiency. Prepare financial statement reports and documentation supporting audit opinions.

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  Rsm albazie & co.

  Jan 2012 - Nov 2014

  Senior auditor
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  Ey

  Dec 2014 - Sept 2015

  Senior auditor
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  Kuwait finance house

  Sept 2015 - Jun 2022

  Directed the preparation of consolidated financial statements in compliance with IFRS standards, providing transparency and consistency for stakeholders.Oversaw all aspects of financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial reporting, aligning with organizational objectives.Prepared and presented timely financial statements and reports to senior leadership and external auditors, ensuring compliance with IFRS/GAAP standards.Specialized in IFRS 9 implementation and preparation, ensuring accurate classification, measurement, and impairment of financial instruments.Managed month-end and year-end close processes, improving efficiency and accuracy through process optimization.Strengthened internal controls to mitigate risks and ensure regulatory compliance, safeguarding organizational assets.Led and mentored a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous development.Partnered with cross-functional teams to provide actionable financial insights, supporting strategic decision-making.Spearheaded cost optimization initiatives, enhancing profitability while maintaining operational excellence. Show less

  • Assistant Manager Financial Controller

    Apr 2021 - Jun 2022

  • Chief Accountant Financial Controller

    Apr 2019 - Apr 2021

  • Senior Accountant Financial Reporting

    Sept 2015 - Apr 2019
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  Ey

  Jul 2022 - now

  Successfully led audits for high-profile, listed US clients and prominent UK banking institutions, ensuring compliance with US GAAP, IFRS, and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements.Managed end-to-end audit engagements, including planning, risk assessment, execution, and final reporting, while collaborating with cross-functional teams across multiple regions.Played a key role in identifying process improvements and strengthening internal controls for complex financial reporting systems.Supported clients through regulatory changes and ensured timely delivery of high-quality audit deliverables, enhancing stakeholder confidence.Built and mentored high-performing audit teams, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development. Show less

  • Manager Assurance, Banking and Capital Markets

    Jun 2024 - now

  • Assistant Manager Assurance, Banking and Capital Market

    Jul 2022 - Jun 2024