Diana Benjamin

• Led 40+ IFRS-based audit and financial reporting review engagements annually across IT,
retail/FMCG, construction, real estate, healthcare, hospitality, education, trading and
cryptocurrency sectors, managing planning, fieldwork and reporting to tight deadlines.
• Reviewed and analysed P&L, balance sheet and cash flow statements to identify material
variances, presenting findings and commercial implications directly to client management.
• Delivered financial reporting packs with variance commentary and KPI analysis that supported
management decision-making across each engagement.
• Supported UAE Corporate Tax computations and disclosures, ensuring compliance with
current regulatory requirements.
• Supervised and reviewed the work of teams of 2-4 junior auditors and articled clerks per
engagement, allocating fieldwork, coaching on technical queries and reviewing deliverables
prior to partner sign-off.
• Executed revenue audits and certification assignments (including Emirates Post), maintaining
a track record of zero material misstatements identified post-review.
• Investigated financial irregularities in fraud-related assignments, quantifying financial impact
and recommending corrective controls adopted by client management.

• Supported UK audit teams on IFRS-based financial reporting engagements within a global
audit methodology.
• Performed walkthroughs and control testing across key financial processes, ensuring high
quality, audit-ready documentation delivered on strict deadlines.

• Managed month-end close for the finance function, including reconciliations, accruals and
financial statement preparation.
• Played a key role in the Microsoft Dynamics 365 ERP implementation, leading testing,
validation and finance process alignment.
• Prepared cash flow reports and management reporting packs reviewed directly by leadership.
• Ensured VAT compliance and contributed to internal control improvements across finance
operations.
• Managed Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions, improving invoicing and order
processing accuracy and turnaround.

• Executed statutory and internal audit assignments for private limited company clients.
• Prepared internal audit reports covering risk assessments, process reviews and control
observations, presenting findings to engagement seniors and client management.