Chief Internal Auditor

• Jan 2019 - Present

Finance Director

• Sep 2015 - Sep 2018

Introduced Business Efficiency recommendations to remove redundancies and increase effectiveness and operational efficiency. Activated budget control on both corporate and project expenses. Developed a comprehensive reporting and costing structure for the Qatar Rail Integrated Program (QRIP). Introduced streamlined processes to bring about control, accountability, proper utilization of resources and responsibility accounting. Tackled legacy operational and financial issues including but not limited to; funding, vendor/customer relationships and a huge backlog of transactions. Show less

Chief Financial Officer / Director of Finance

• Jul 2012 - Mar 2015

DFI is dedicated to film appreciation, education, and building a dynamic film industry in Qatar that focuses on nurturing regional storytellers while being entirely global in its scope. With culture, community, education and entertainment at its foundation, DFI serves as an all-encompassing film hub in Doha, as well as a resource for the region and the rest of the world. DFI is dedicated to film appreciation, education, and building a dynamic film industry in Qatar that focuses on nurturing regional storytellers while being entirely global in its scope. With culture, community, education and entertainment at its foundation, DFI serves as an all-encompassing film hub in Doha, as well as a resource for the region and the rest of the world.

Chief Financial Officer

• Mar 2008 - Jun 2012

Established the Finance and Administration function from scratch. Reporting to and partnering with the CEO, the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) sets Silatech Nonprofit’s financial policy and direction while also being an active participant in, and driver of, the organization’s overall strategy. The CFO leads all financial, administration, business planning, and budgeting activities. As a member of the senior leadership team, the CFO works closely with a motivated and engaged finance and governance committee of the board of directors. The CFO leads Silatech Nonprofit’s finance, human resources (HR), and information technology (IT) staff. Show less

Director of Corporate Forecast & Development

• Jan 2007 - Mar 2008

Developed and maintained reporting capabilities for all reporting entities. This includes development of appropriate systems and processes that support business reporting requirements. Consolidated annual operating plans, re-forecasts and period-end financial reporting requirements. Monitored, tracked, assessed and advised management of key spending and business trends.

Finance Manager/Deputy Head of Support Services

• Nov 2004 - Jan 2007

Established the Finance function from scratch. Developed policies, procedures and business processes in accordance to industry best practices as well as the IFRS.Implemented an ERP system (Oracle) on two phases. First phase included GL, AP, FA, and Procurement. Second phase included HRMS, AR, and Cash Management.Designed and implemented an effective Internal Control Structure.Oversaw the operations of the support departments (Finance, HR, GS & Admin.)Provided recommendations for improvement based on ad-hoc management requests. Show less

Senior Internal Auditor/Assistant Audit Manager

• Sep 2000 - Nov 2004

Developed comprehensive audit programs. Recommended re-organizations and significant manpower cost reductions as part of audit engagements. Shared and contributed to the start up of Qatar General Electricity & Water Corporation (KAHRAMAA). Provided consultancy and guidance services to all line departments during the start up period of Kahramaa. Recommended development of policies and procedures (financial, administrative, operational, ect.). Extensively shared in the implementation of an ERP system (JD Edwards). Prepared risk-based annual audit plans. Contributed to the development of an Internal Audit Charter. Performed other operational, financial, compliance and contracts auditing. Conducted fraud investigations and followed up corrective actions with the State General Prosecution. Supervised the activities of assigned Auditors and ensured compliance with audit standards and programs. Show less

Senior Internal Auditor

• Sep 1999 - Sep 2000

Developed comprehensive programs of audit coverage for the organizations and systems involved in contracts and projects, operational areas as well as financial and computer systems. Recommended re-organizations and significant manpower cost reductions as part of audits. Developed comprehensive programs of audit coverage for the organizations and systems involved in contracts and projects, operational areas as well as financial and computer systems. Recommended re-organizations and significant manpower cost reductions as part of audits.

Materials & Cost Accountant

• Aug 1995 - Aug 1999

Led a major re-organization task in the Drilling Department, due to the drop of oil prices in 1997–1998. Re-designed business processes and saved a significant manpower cost. Handled inventory accounts and related adjustments. Performed necessary reconciliation and maintained control over stock movements. Occupied the position of Accounts Payable Accountant due to limited resources within the Finance Department. Responsibilities included processing invoices against all types of commitments and exercising necessary controls. Show less

External Auditor

• Dec 1992 - Aug 1995

Prepared audit programs and accounts risk analysis. Followed up on the client’s relationship, with emphasis on exceeding client’s expectation. Offered advisory recommendations to clients, as value added services. Evaluated internal control structures as part of performed audits. Performed audits in major oil companies, airline companies, brokers/dealers, banks and other trading companies. Participated in the preparation of claim reports submitted to the United Nations for losses sustained as a result of the Iraqi invasion of the State of Kuwait. Show less