Fahad J. Email & Phone Number

Saudi Arabia

I am currently CFO of Nokia Al Saudia (Nokia affiliate joint venture company). I have played a critical role in steering the company through 3 folds growth since joining and transforming it into an efficient services delivery arm of Nokia Networks, while maintaining a strong financial position. I am a valuable partner to the CEO, providing strategic leadership and sharing the responsibility in representing the company in Board Meetings.I have provided financial leadership to the team… Show more I am currently CFO of Nokia Al Saudia (Nokia affiliate joint venture company). I have played a critical role in steering the company through 3 folds growth since joining and transforming it into an efficient services delivery arm of Nokia Networks, while maintaining a strong financial position. I am a valuable partner to the CEO, providing strategic leadership and sharing the responsibility in representing the company in Board Meetings.I have provided financial leadership to the team and guided the company through changing corporate environment in Saudi Arabia with successful IFRS, VAT and transfer pricing regulations implementation. I am responsible for corporate governance and risk management in the company. In addition, payroll management of 1,500+ employees of the company fall under my domain.I am currently overseeing SAP ERP rollout in the company and providing leadership support to company's IT department. Show less

Saudi Arabia

I was the founder Head of MEA CFO's offshore operations. I laid out the foundations of the department and built a central team which is responsible for carrying out end to end finance function remotely/offshore for 10+ countries in MEA. The team is managing country exits and supporting country entries and business development cases across the region.I had the privilege to be part of Nokia’s global talent pool and leadership program over the years.

Saudi Arabia

I was responsible for corporate controlling which included cash flow management, balance sheet risk management, Technical accounting (IFRS), statutory and external reporting and related audit and governance.I was also responsible for tax planning and handling taxation matters and ensuring compliance with SOX and related NSN principles and procedures.

Saudi Arabia

I was promoted to Financial Controller for Mobily projects within six months of joining NSN.Mobily’s financial performance, control and reporting improved significantly during 2008. The CT team was nominated for “Cash is King Award” in December 2008 and the team was nominated for “MEA Strategy Awards” in 2009 for its financial performance and business development.I was responsible for project's financial planning, controlling, reporting and was involved in key decision making related to… Show more I was promoted to Financial Controller for Mobily projects within six months of joining NSN.Mobily’s financial performance, control and reporting improved significantly during 2008. The CT team was nominated for “Cash is King Award” in December 2008 and the team was nominated for “MEA Strategy Awards” in 2009 for its financial performance and business development.I was responsible for project's financial planning, controlling, reporting and was involved in key decision making related to project execution.I had strong and regular interaction with customer and was managing all financial matters with the customer. Show less

Saudi Arabia

I joined NSN in August 2007 and worked as Senior Business Analyst for Saudi Telecommunications Company (STC) team.I was responsible for analyzing and reporting Customer team financials to management and assisting Head of Business Finance in group and management reporting.

Saudi Arabia

As an Assistant Manager / Acting Manager I was involved in management of audit engagements through planning, execution and conclusion stages of statutory audits. My experience in the firm had enabled me to develop a comprehensive understanding of the corporate, financial and regulatory environments, and accounting and internal control systems implemented at various organizations. My main job responsibilities included:-Leading large teams on various statutory audits, validation of financial… Show more As an Assistant Manager / Acting Manager I was involved in management of audit engagements through planning, execution and conclusion stages of statutory audits. My experience in the firm had enabled me to develop a comprehensive understanding of the corporate, financial and regulatory environments, and accounting and internal control systems implemented at various organizations. My main job responsibilities included:-Leading large teams on various statutory audits, validation of financial reporting packages of multinational concerns and other varied special nature engagements (e.g. risk management , forensic and internal controls review)-In-depth review of financial statements and internal controls of companies in order to ensure compliance with IFRS, auditing and taxation principles.-Engagement management, client relationship management, co-ordination with professionals of various fields like legal, actuarial and IT experts and decision-making for resolution of critical accounting and auditing matters. Show less

Pakistan

I led large teams through the planning, execution and conclusion stages of statutory audits, validation of financial reporting packages of multinational concerns and other varied special nature engagements. My responsibilities included engagement management, client relationship management, co-ordination with professionals of various fields like legal, actuarial and IT experts and decision-making for resolution of critical reportable matters. My experience in the ABAS Group of the firm… Show more I led large teams through the planning, execution and conclusion stages of statutory audits, validation of financial reporting packages of multinational concerns and other varied special nature engagements. My responsibilities included engagement management, client relationship management, co-ordination with professionals of various fields like legal, actuarial and IT experts and decision-making for resolution of critical reportable matters. My experience in the ABAS Group of the firm has enabled me to develop a comprehensive understanding of the competitive and regulatory environments of diversified industries and the accounting and internal control systems implemented at various organizations. Show less

International Directors Program, Corporate Governance

Member Of Institute Of Chartered Accountants In England & Wales

Professional Certificate In Islamic Finance, Banking

Fellow Member

Passed foundation and intermediate examinations in first attempt. Awarded Honor shield for distinguished performance in intermediate.

Strategic Cfo Program

A-Levels

Completed 2 years course in 1 year

O-Levels

Awarded Honor Shield by the school for distinguished performance (A grade in 8 Subjects)

Education record

Awarded Bill Clinton's Award for Outstanding Academic Achievement in Middle School (in Houston)