Muhammad Tayyab

Execute internal audit engagements as part of BDO KSA, seconded to Yanbu Aramco Sinopec Refining Company
(YASREF) Ltd, a world-class joint-venture refinery of Aramco and Sinopec, delivering financial, operational,
compliance, and governance audits in line with agreed audit plans. Actively involved in audit planning and scoping,
risk assessments, walkthroughs, internal control design and operating effectiveness testing, and end-to-end
fieldwork, culminating in clear, value-added audit reports aligned with regulatory requirements, GIAS 2024, and
industry best practices. Support senior consultants and internal audit management in identifying control
deficiencies, process inefficiencies, and compliance gaps across refinery operations and corporate functions
through data analysis and substantive testing, and recommend practical, risk-based improvements to strengthen
internal controls, enhance governance, and improve overall organizational effectiveness.

Led internal audit engagements across Finance, Sales, HR, Supply Chain, Production, Governance, and Compliance, managing a team of 5+ auditors and delivering actionable insights that bolstered internal controls and refined operational efficiency.

Played a key role in SAP Business One (SAP B1) implementation by embedding robust internal controls across modules to ensure accurate financial reporting, and collaborated with senior leadership during the IPO process to ensure full regulatory and listing compliance. Spearheaded preparation for the BASEC Certification audit, achieving successful accreditation and positioning Fast Cables as the first cable manufacturer in Pakistan to obtain this prestigious international certification.

Led internal audit engagements across Finance, Sales, HR, Supply Chain, Production, Governance, and Compliance,
managing a team of 5+ auditors and delivering actionable insights that bolstered internal controls and refined
operational efficiency.
Played a key role in SAP Business One (SAP B1 ) implementation by embedding robust internal controls across
modules to ensure accurate financial reporting, and collaborated with senior leadership during the IPO process to
ensure full regulatory and listing compliance. Spearheaded preparation for the BASEC Certification audit, achieving
successful accreditation and positioning Fast Cables as the first cable manufacturer in Pakistan to obtain this
prestigious international certification.
Key Achievements Responsibilities
• Directed a team of 5+ auditors to execute audits across key functions, ensuring alignment with engagement
objectives. Streamlined audit planning and execution under the approved audit plan, reducing turnaround time
by 20%.
• Enhanced internal control processes across departments, resulting in measurable improvements in compliance
and reporting accuracy.
• Developed and applied SOPs and risk registers, driving consistency and accountability in operations.
• Coached and mentored junior auditors, improving audit quality and staff development.
• Carried out pre-audits of major procurements and final settlements as a preventive control measure,
identifying non-compliances and potential overpayments, thereby preventing financial losses and strengthening
internal governance.
• Supported the Head of Internal Audit in departmental governance and urgent decision-making.
• Prepared Audit Committee reports and meeting minutes, improving management visibility on critical findings
and corrective actions.
• Oversaw compliance work requirements by training, assigning tasks, scheduling, and guiding junior auditors to
ensure timely and high-quality deliverables.

Managed external and internal audits for clients across diverse sectors, including financial services, manufacturing,
petroleum, and textiles. Delivered comprehensive assurance, compliance, and advisory services in accordance with
IFRS, ISAs, and BDOs Global Audit Methodology, ensuring high-quality deliverables, regulatory compliance, and
valuable insights to enhance clients financial reporting and control environments.