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Credentials
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Certified Environmental, Social, and Governance Analyst (CESGA)
EFFAS - The European Federation of Financial Analysts SocietiesFeb, 2024- Apr, 2026 -
Certificate in ESG Investing
CFA InstituteSep, 2023- Apr, 2026 -
Certified Government Auditing Professional (CGAP)
The Institute of Internal Auditors Inc. -
Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
The Institute of Internal Auditors Inc.
Experience
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United Arab Emirates
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Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
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400 - 500 Employee
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Team Leader - Internal Audit
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Jun 2015 - Present
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Internal Auditor
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Aug 2010 - May 2015
Assisting the Internal Audit Manager in evaluating the organization’s system of internal control to ensure that it is functioning as planned and is updated periodically to meet changes in operating conditions Conducting a risk assessment on the policies and procedures and recommending suitable changes Assisting the Internal Audit Manager in development of the Annual Internal Audit Plan based on risk assessment and monitor it Managing individual audits, ensuring they are adequately resourced, properly reviewed and completed on a timely basis Conducting financial and operational audits as per the scheduled audit plan to ensure the existing processes & related controls are working effectively and recommending suitable changes, if required Designed the Internal Audit Charter and Manual Actively participating in the Fraud investigation cases Promoting the development of the audit staff by providing guidance and training Design audit programs and supervise in key audit assignments. Conducting follow up reviews on implementation of corrective action Identify and design anti-fraud criteria and related controls
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M. H. Alshaya Co.
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Dubai
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Internal Auditor
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Jun 2008 - Jul 2010
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Dubai
Conducting a detailed overview on various operations of the business and analyzing areas of plausible risks and concerns to the management for conducting necessary audits Reviewing existing policies and procedures of the company and conducting compliance audits to ascertain its adherence and reporting to the management on its deviations including the risks involved Identify potential problem areas observed during the course of audits and prepare and/or update audit plans and programs Assisting the management in developing company policies and procedures and conducting review audits on its compliance Conducting comprehensive planning and risk assessments relating to each assignment to ensure that the engagement identifies potential business risks and related controls Monitor and audit the company’s compliance with established internal controls Preparing the audit plan for the team on an annual basis and ensuring its timely adherence
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Sharaf Shipping Agency
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Dubai
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Internal Auditor
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Oct 2005 - May 2008
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Dubai
Identifying, understanding and documenting the various process and procedures surrounding internal controls. Enhance audit proficiencies through implementing appropriate standards, methodologies and processes, and to streamline internal audit workflows Preparation of functional Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), process flowcharts and procedure manuals of various functions in the organization to standardize the operations of the business and ensuring its implementation for better controls Report on the audit findings and making recommendations on improving the systems and controls and monitoring its implementation Review and report on the accuracy, timeliness and relevance of the financial and other information that is provided for management Ensure a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, internal controls and governance processes Implementing the IT Back up plan and Data disaster recovery system for Overseas Network Identify and assess the implementation of new controls as necessary
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ICICI Bank
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Mumbai Area, India
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Risk Manager
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Apr 2005 - Sep 2005
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Mumbai Area, India
Analysis of the Proposals of various companies’ viz. construction, logistics, pharma companies etc., for availing Bank Finance Monitoring the post disbursement activities by verifying limits approved against limits enjoyed, investigating the reasons for overtrading and reporting to the management Analysis of complex transactions to ensure key risk factors are properly identified and evaluated
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Zoom Developers
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Mumbai Area, India
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Accounts Manager
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Jun 2004 - Apr 2005
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Mumbai Area, India
Liaising with the statutory auditors during finalization of accounts and supporting them in preparation of the auditors report as per requirements of Companies Auditor’s Report Order’2003 Responsible for planning and executing the full scope audit of all inter country branches and monitoring its performance Preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual accounts and MIS data as per management requirements Visiting the inter country branches on periodic basis and ensuring the agreed recommendations are duly implemented Assisting the Company Secretary in drafting and maintenance of proper records of all Board Meetings and General Meetings as required by the Companies Act’1956
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Kukreja Builders
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Mumbai Area, India
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Accounts Executive
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Aug 2001 - May 2004
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Mumbai Area, India
Liaising with Banks for availing credit facilities Preparation of various Financial Budgets and Projected Financial Statements on timely basis as per management’s requirements Conducting financial audits on monthly basis to ensure accuracy and completeness of Financial Statements Preparation of MIS Reports on monthly basis to monitor company’s operations and reporting to the management Assisting the external auditors in their Statutory and Tax Audits by way of preparing necessary schedules and annexures as required
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Education
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2015 - 2016Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales
Certification Course on IFRS Learning and Assessment Programme, International Financial Reporting Standards -
2012 - 2012Institute of Internal Auditors
Certified Government Auditing Professional, Government Auditing Standards -
2011 - 2011Institute of Internal Controls
Certified Internal Control Auditor, Internal Controls and Audit -
2010 - 2010Association of Certified Fraud Examiners
Certified Fraud Examiner, Financial Forensics and Fraud Investigation -
2009 - 2009Institute of Internal Auditors
Certified Internal Auditor, Internal Audit -
1997 - 2002The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
Chartered Accountant, Accounts, Audit, Finance and Taxation -
1999 - 2001Institute of Company Secretaries of India
Company Secretary, Business, Corporate and Labour Laws -
1994 - 1997University of Mumbai
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.), Accounting and Finance
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