Group Head of Internal Audit
Qatar Building Company Group
Total years of experience :10 years, 10 Months
● Successfully established the internal audit department at QBC, outlining its objectives, roles and responsibilities.
● Defined the reporting lines and created a clear organizational structure for the department.
● Appointed competent and experienced internal audit team members.
● Managed a team of auditors and ensured the completion of audit engagements in accordance with established timelines and objectives.
● Developed and implemented comprehensive internal audit policies and procedures, aligned with industry best practices and regulatory requirements.
● Created a risk-based audit methodology to identify and prioritize areas requiring audit attention.
● Established an internal audit manual outlining standardized audit processes, methodologies, and reporting formats.
● Executed a wide range of audits, including financial, operational, compliance and information system audits including special audit assignments.
● Established effective communication channels with senior management, the board of directors and relevant stakeholders.
● Provided regular updates on internal audit activities, significant findings and recommendations for improvement.
● Delivered high quality audit reports with actionable recommendations to enhance internal controls, operational efficiency, and risk management.
● Conducted external audits for a diverse portfolio of clients, including clients in the fields of construction, trading, medical practice, hospitality sectors, non-for-profit, multinational companies, and public entities, ensuring compliance with auditing standards and regulatory requirements.
● Supervised financial statement audits and reviews for listed/unlisted clients in the fields of construction, Trading, Medical practice, Hospitality sectors, Non-for-profit and others.
● Conducted wide range of finance and accounting advisory projects.
● Led and supervised audit teams, providing guidance, reviewing paperwork, and ensuring adherence to timelines and quality standards.
● Performed risk assessments, identified control weaknesses, and recommended processed improvements to enhance internal controls and mitigate risks.
Prepared audit reports, including findings, recommendations and management responses and presented them to client management and audit committee.
● Developed strong client relationships, fostering open communication and collaboration to address concerns, provide value added insights, and maintain client satisfaction.
● Monitored and trained auditors facilitating their professional development and contributing to a high performing audit team.
• Cooperating with management to ensure
achievement of targets.
• Ensuring customers satisfaction.
• Providing customers service and handling
customers’ queries.
• Providing support for internal departments.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Certified Management Accountant (CMA)