Saeed Mitwalley

Spearheaded corporate governance and executive stewardship throughout
the transition from a governmental entity to a closed joint-stock company,
ensuring operational continuity and maintaining Board confidence.
Acted as delegated CEO and COO, managing financial communications with
the Board, regulators, auditors, and senior stakeholders.
Directed the transition from IFRS for SMEs to full IFRS, including the
preparation of opening balances and technical accounting positions.
Strengthened audit credibility by systematically resolving historical audit
qualifications and enhancing financial discipline.
Implemented monthly financial closing and reporting cycles, significantly
improving the timeliness and reliability of management information.
Devised Board and executive reporting packs, facilitating informed decision
making on performance, liquidity, and execution.
Orchestrated ERP modernization through Oracle Cloud Fusion
implementation, tailored to professional sports operations.
Revamped finance processes and chart of accounts, embedding automated
controls and improving reporting integration and consistency.
Constructed a scalable finance function through organizational design, role
definition, and targeted recruitment strategies.
Established comprehensive policies, procedures, and internal controls,
enhancing compliance, audit readiness, and data integrity.
Oversaw liquidity planning and banking strategy, managing treasury
products and high-volume cash flows effectively.
Optimized cash deployment and reinforced payment governance, ensuring
financial stability and disciplined operations.
Evaluated investment and expansion proposals through structured financial
modeling and scenario analysis.
Partnered with commercial and football operations teams on complex
transactions and funding decisions, supporting strategic growth.
Embedded cost management and efficiency practices through continuous
process improvement, automation, and supplier engagement.
Aligned value creation initiatives with corporate strategy, preserving
operational and competitive priorities.
Managed finance interface with the SPL, Saudi Arabian Football Federation,
and Ministry of Sport, ensuring compliance with governance and funding
frameworks.
Directed tax governance programs, including VAT, Zakat, and WHT, while
resolving historical exposures efficiently.
Developed rolling five-year business plans to support sustainable growth
and long-term financial visibility.
Identified and escalated financial and operational risks, enabling proactive
Board decision-making.

Directed high-performing audit teams of 12-20 professionals across
concurrent engagements, fostering technical excellence, accountability, and
professional growth.
Built organizational capability and cultivated client trust by mentoring staff,
driving consistent quality delivery, and upholding Deloittes global standards.
Led IFRS audit and assurance engagements for listed and non-listed
corporations, government entities, and government-linked institutions across
various sectors including retail, telecom, automotive, utilities, manufacturing,
construction, investment, pensions, real estate, technology, and public
services.
Managed engagement delivery through comprehensive planning, execution,
quality reviews, and risk mitigation to meet client expectations and comply
with regulatory requirements.
Oversaw high-value client relationships, including Saudi Telecom Company,
Mobily, National Water Company, Public Pension Agency (AUM SAR 500B+),
National Housing Company, Al-Othaim Markets, Tasnee Group entities, Elm
Information Company, and numerous public and private sector
organizations.
Ensured portfolio profitability and maintained service excellence by
managing annual revenues of SAR 6-10 million in audit and assurance
fees.
Delivered complex accounting advisory services, including IFRS and IPSAS
conversions, first-time adoption, audit remediation, and the resolution of
technical accounting, reporting, and governance matters.
Supported clients in achieving financial transparency and compliance,
strengthening reporting integrity and governance outcomes.
Engaged with Boards, Audit Committees, CFOs, and regulators to address
audit findings, internal control deficiencies, and compliance requirements
effectively.
Enhanced transparency and accountability through structured reporting and
advisory on technical accounting and governance matters.
Conducted ERP readiness assessments, finance process mapping, and
internal control design, supporting large-scale system implementations and
finance transformation initiatives.
Strengthened operational efficiency and risk management through process
redesign and control enhancements.
Directed proposal preparation, bid management, and deal negotiations,
achieving strong conversion rates and supporting practice growth.
Expanded client relationships through origination and cross-selling
opportunities, contributing to long-term business sustainability.