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Izzeddin Masri, Risk and Internal Audit Director

Izzeddin Masri

Risk and Internal Audit Director·Baladna Food Industries

Qatar

Bachelor's degree, Accounting

Work experience

Total years of experience: 16 years, 11 months

Risk and Internal Audit Director

October 2024 - Present

Baladna Food Industries

Doha, Qatar

October 2024 - Present

Direct Internal Auditstrategyto align with governance, risk, and compliance objectives in accordancewith IIAStandards, COSO, ICOFR, and QFMA.
Deliver measurable improvements in internal controls, achieving a 70% reduction in high residual-risk findings and revitalizing the
ICOFR framework to meet QFMA standards.
Implement advanced analytics and automation tools (TeamMate+, Power BI) to increase audit efficiency by over 50%, enhance issue
detection, and accelerate observation closure.
Strengthen enterprise risk governance by enhancing Group Risk Registers, improving risk tracking and evaluation, and aligning risk
reporting with strategic objectives.
Provide independent assurance to the Board on the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and internal controls while
maintaining IIA Standards.
Introduce and activate whistleblower channels, lead awareness campaigns, and generate significant cost savings through improved
governance practices.
Align the Internal Audit mandate with the Three Lines Model, clarifying roles and responsibilities between management, risk owners,
and assurance functions.
Promote transparency, accountability, and ethical conduct while advising senior leadership on critical governance and compliance issues.
Company industry:
FMCG
Job role:
Accounting and Auditing

Internal Audit Manager

August 2021 - Present

Mazaya Real Estate

Doha, Qatar

August 2021 - Present

Company industry:
Real Estate
Job role:
Accounting and Auditing

Internal Audit Manager

June 2019 - July 2025

Pwc - Qatar

Doha, Qatar

June 2019 - July 2025

Internal Audit Manager in PwC Qatar office with over 11 years of Financial Audit, Internal Audit, risk consulting, controls, and governance consulting experience in several audit and consulting firms.

Provided diversified services such as Internal Audit, Corporate Governance, Internal Control over Financial Reporting, Enterprise Risk Management for wide range of industries.

• Managed and conducted risk assessments, creating a disciplined approach for companies monitored through Internal Audits,
• Ensured that Internal Control over Financial Reporting ICOFR and accounting procedures are adequately designed and properly implemented,
• Ensured Governance and Compliance are controlled and met,
• Identified key weaknesses and financial losses for companies and provided guidance to limit financial losses.
• Assessed procedures and system controls to determine inefficiencies.
• Devised budgets and prepared financial reports to provide management with information to identify risks to company operations.
• Designed Corporate Governance documents tailored to the needs to companies
Company industry:
Accounting
Job role:
Accounting and Auditing

Group Internal Audit Manager

June 2023 - October 2024

Mazaya Real Estate Development Company

Doha, Qatar

June 2023 - October 2024

Established and led the Internal Audit, Risk Management, and Compliance function, ensuring alignment with corporate strategy and
QFMA regulatory standards.
Executed 36+ audits annually, achieving a 100% improvement in audit cycle time and reinforcing internal controls and operational
performance across 47 business units.
Provided strategic assurance to the Risk and Audit Committee and senior management on governance, risk exposure, and control effectiveness.
Led enterprise-wide risk assessments to inform strategic decisions and integrate risk intelligence into organizational planning and execution.
Introduced and completed the ICOFR exercise early in tenure, embedding robustfinancial controls and compliance practices across the Group.
Identified control deficiencies and implemented impactful improvements, delivering significant cost savings in construction,
manufacturing, projects, and inventory management.
Developed audittalentthrough structured coaching, competencyassessments, and rotation programs, enhancingteam capabilityand deliveryquality.
Conducted Board-level awareness sessions on governance frameworks, Board duties, segregation of roles, and Committee
responsibilities, strengthening corporate governance culture.
Company industry:
Real Estate
Job role:
Accounting and Auditing

Internal Audit Manager

July 2019 - August 2021

PwC

Doha, Qatar

July 2019 - August 2021

Led internal audit engagements for a diverse portfolio of clients, identifying critical risks and providing actionable recommendations
for improvement.
Developed and executed tailored audit plans, ensuring alignmentwith client objectives, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
Managed and mentored audit teams, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, timely audit reports and findings.
Collaborated with senior stakeholders, offering strategic insights on risk mitigation and strengthening governance frameworks.
Enhanced internal control systems to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and improve operational efficiency.
Company industry:
Accounting
Job role:
Accounting and Auditing

Internal Audit Assistant Manager

September 2014 - July 2019

KPMG Qatar

Doha, Qatar

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September 2014 - July 2019

Provided diversified services such as Internal Audit, Corporate Governance, Internal Control over Financial Reporting, Enterprise Risk Management for wide range of industries.

Undertaken Internal Audit Departments Foundation assignments, designing the IA Strategy, Charter and Manual, proceeded to risk assessments and audit planning for up to 3 years, and has lead Internal Audit engagements across key industries.

• Led the design, build and implementation methodologies, metrics, and reporting dashboards for the analysis, measurement and ongoing monitoring of provided services.
• Worked with key stakeholders to develop data visualization reports and dashboards to provide information that facilitates decision making.
• Planned, budgeted, monitored executed, and reported Internal Audit and Risk Consulting assignments.
• Assessed Corporate Governance of multiple listed companies in the local market, identified gaps, and worked with company’s senior management to apply necessary corrective measures.
Company industry:
Accounting
Job role:
Accounting and Auditing

Assistant Manager, Internal Audit and Risk Consulting

September 2014 - June 2019

KPMG

Doha, Qatar

September 2014 - June 2019

Led internal audit and risk consulting projects across diverse industries, delivering tailored solutions to enhance governance and risk
management.
Developed and implemented Internal Audit strategies, charters, and manuals to align with client objectives and regulatory standards.
Designed and implemented reporting dashboards to monitor audit performance, risk metrics, and KPIs for informed decision-making.
Assessed governanceframeworksforlisted companies, identifyinggapsand recommendingimprovementstostrengthen operational effectiveness.
Identified and addressed risk gaps, driving enhancements in internal controls and operational efficiency.
Company industry:
Accounting
Job role:
Accounting and Auditing

Senior Auditor

September 2009 - July 2014

Ernst & Young

Amman, Jordan

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September 2009 - July 2014

Provided External Audit Services for a wide range of industries and provided External Audit and Review reports on the Financial results for year end, and interim periods.

• Resolved issues as non-routine, complex, and/or unexpected situations occurred.
• Uncovered Fraud cases in a multinational company.
• Ensured compliance with Central Bank, Insurance Authority, and Telecom authority in the local market.
Company industry:
Accounting
Job role:
Accounting and Auditing

Senior External Auditor

November 2009 - April 2014

Ernst and Young

Amman, Jordan

November 2009 - April 2014

Company industry:
Accounting
Job role:
Accounting and Auditing

Accountant

June 2009 - September 2009

Sakkijha for Jewelry

Amman, Jordan

June 2009 - September 2009

Company industry:
Accounting
Job role:
Accounting and Auditing

Education

Yarmouk University

January 2009

January 2009

Bachelor's degree, Accounting

Jordan

Skills

Auditing
Expert
Auditing
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Procurement
Expert
Procurement
Expert
Human Resources
Expert
Human Resources
Expert
Human Capital Management
Expert
Human Capital Management
Expert
Finance
Expert
Finance
Expert
• Leadership, persuasion, motivation
Expert
• Leadership, persuasion, motivation
Expert
• Team building
Expert
• Team building
Expert
• Reporting to Senior Management
Expert
• Reporting to Senior Management
Expert
• Accounting and Financial Reporting
Expert
• Accounting and Financial Reporting
Expert
• Cost reduction options
Expert
• Cost reduction options
Expert
Management
Expert
Management
Expert
Risk Management
Expert
Risk Management
Expert
Internal Audit
Expert
Internal Audit
Expert
Internal Controls
Expert
Internal Controls
Expert
Auditing
Expert
Auditing
Expert

Languages

English
Expert
Arabic
Native Speaker

Training and Certifications

Certifications
CPA
Oct 2014
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Hobbies

  • reading and sports
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