Ian Dmello Email & Phone Number

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Subject Matter Expert (Business Strategy) at Saudi Telecom Company

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

On a sabbatical due to family reasons from May 2023. Presently pursuing Masters in Data Science course

Doha, Qatar

Joined organization as Manager Internal Audit Conducted a total of 46 audits annually, distributing responsibilities among a team of three members Ensured comprehensive audit coverage for 17 subsidiaries, individual companies led by a General Manager within Teyseer Group, conducting 46 audits annually with a team of three Provided training on Internal Controls and Risk identification to the General Manager, Finance Manager, and other top 15-20 executives of each of the 17 subsidiary companies at Teyseer Group Spearheaded investigations into suspected fraud committed by Senior Management, ensuring a thorough examination of potential irregularities Generated monthly Management Information System (MIS) reports, incorporating Audit alerts and summaries of audit report observations. Ensured the timely and accurate dissemination of crucial information Took the lead in training employees of subsidiary companies on topics determined by management and the Group Internal Auditor. Prepared essential documentation, including audit programs, risk registers, internal control rating documents, business strategy, and business model change documentation. Facilitated the seamless transfer of knowledge after the submission of resignations Developed presentations for the implementation of Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) and the introduction of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives, demonstrating a proactive approach towards strategic initiatives Successfully spearheaded investigations against Senior Management for suspected fraud within Teyseer Group

Doha, Qatar

Played a pivotal role in driving business development by generating over 70 proposals spanning various business functions Formulated a comprehensive proposal within a single day, securing a substantial project with Qatar Petroleum, now Qatar Energy. The project involved a three-year secondment of Internal Audit resources, valued at millions of dollars Received accolades from the client's CEO for developing a strategic plan aimed at increasing revenue and optimizing expenditure Demonstrated commitment to industry standards by actively ensuring the firm takes the necessary steps to register as an assessor for the "Made in Qatar" initiative Demonstrated effective sales management by achieving a QAR 2 million sales target for the year 2019 within the first three months Documented future business strategy for a family-owned conglomerate in Qatar, emphasizing areas for revenue increase and cost optimization Successfully prepared a five-year business plan for a school and a feasibility report for a greenhouse in Qatar

Doha, Qatar

Reviewed draft financial statements and significantly reduced tax liabilities for the CEO along with ensuring the restructuring of the Finance departmentImplemented internal controls, uncovered excessive expenditure and identified fraudulent activities Conducted an ITGC audit for Al Salaam International, a group with 47 subsidiariesAssisted the IT subsidiary Aaroh to sell IT products

Doha

Supervised the audits for Barwa Real Estate Company (BREC) for the years 2014 and 2015, successfully securing a contract in 2015 that doubled the man-days from the previous year as the Project Manager Appointed as the Internal Audit Head at Al Fardan, a substantial family-owned conglomerate Ensured strict adherence to QFMA regulations for Corporate Governance during my tenure at Milaha Managed resources for the Qatalum project on a call-off basis, facilitating the execution of the audit plan Led a comprehensive project audit for the construction of a QR 300 million greenhouse for ASTAD Finalized approximately 12 business proposals, with the firm securing around 35% of them, showcasing a strong track record in proposal development and business acquisition Identified frauds, such as ghost employees, missing vehicles, and non-collection of rent for leased flats, during an audit of a real estate company in Qatar.Due to the efforts of the team the Managing Director won the Business Man of the year Award for the year in 2017.https://www.protiviti.com/qa-en/protiviti-member-firm-managing-director-andrew-north-named-business-man-year-qatar-british-business#:~:text=Protiviti%20Qatar%20managing%20director%20Andrew,contributions%20in%20the%20British%20community.Sadly, I was not there to celebrate this achievement as I resigned in January 2016. The award was my lasting legacy in the firm, being part of the team that took it to the top of the pyramid of businesses in Qatar as evidenced by the award.

Green Community West, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Led and executed pivotal processes, diligently assessed the work of teammatesFinalized and presented each audit report to the Internal Audit Manager, while also providing constructive feedback to team members post each audit Accomplished the successful completion of approximately 22 assignments within a two-year tenure, collaborated with a team of 47 members to achieve comprehensive audit objectives• Key achievements include –  highlighting payment by vendor of AED 0.5 million via stake checks, where the manager joined the vendor employment;  highlighting credit note fraud of AED 1 million, where the manager joined the vendor employment;  Material difference in the measurement of milk by 2 flow meters on the same pipeline not resolved by calibration. Some of these observations were not highlighted by the previous audit team.Later on, while working in another firm, received a complaint from a Sr. Manager of a vendor firm providing services to the group that he had visited a dance bar with a manager of Dubai Investments, however he had to pay all the bills for the services received at the dance bar. Highlighted this conflict of Interest to the Head of Department via WhatsApp. Lack of information on action taken. Turning whistleblower in the interest of the group which may not have been the best decision for my career.

Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Formulated an extensive three-year audit plan and carried out audits for the Department of Transport and TransAD in Abu Dhabi In the course of audits, brought attention to contracts signed with relatives of the Director, highlighting significant payments (in AED millions) made despite the absence of services. Also, identified instances of payments to a road contractor despite complaints from engineers regarding road quality Led a team at Emirates Aluminium (EMAL) and conducted audits for Saudi American Glass, a subsidiary of Dubai Investments Played a pivotal role in the process reengineering and development of policies and procedures for NDC, a subsidiary of ADNOC Highlighted contracts signed with relatives of the Director, and payments in the millions made despite a lack of service, and payments made to a road contractor despite complaints from Engineers about road quality during an audit of a government department in the UAE Exposed ghost employees and revealed the salaries being paid to the HR manager in a glass company during an audit in Abu Dhabi

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Headed teams overseeing the implementation of SOX compliance in Balco, SiiL, HZL, VAL, and Sterlite Power, ensuring robust internal controls and regulatory adherence Conducted audits at ACCL, ACCCL, and CABOT, specifically focusing on fraud detection and prevention, contributing to enhanced risk management practices Earned client commendation for the comprehensive review reports delivered during the audit at ACC Cements, showcasing a commitment to delivering high-quality and impactful assessments Successfully implemented Corporate Governance frameworks at SiiL and its subsidiaries, fostering transparency, accountability, and ethical business practices across the organization Ensured SOX compliance for an aluminum company with a turnover of Rs 6,000 crore in its first year and led a team of local outsourced resources to achieve compliance

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Uncovered and documented land fraud in a large power company in India, where land owned or purchased by the company was not recorded in the government records, valued at nearly INR 2,000 crore.

Aca, Chartered Accountant, India

Passed CA final in first attempt.

Acma, Cgma, Accounting And Business/Management

Pgpx, General Management

Certified Public Accountant, Accounting And Finance

Completed the course with a aggregate percentage of above 80%.

Cisa, Certified Information Systems Auditor, Usa

Although not my field of expertise passed the exam in the first attempt.

Bachelor Of Commerce (Bcom) (Distinction), Accounting And Finance

Distinction

Certified Internal Auditor