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Ajman Emirate, United Arab Emirates

➤ Plan, execute, and report on risk-based audits across all relevant divisions, ensuring alignment with industry standards and regulatory requirements➤ Conduct unannounced audit checks at branches to ensure compliance with bank policies, standard operating procedures, and Central Bank of UAE guidelines➤ Identify and assess risks, controls, and governance issues during audits, and compile detailed audit reports➤ Engage in continuous monitoring and follow-up with auditees regarding unresolved audit findings, fostering a constructive and professional relationship with internal audit stakeholders➤ Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the Institute of Internal Auditors standards, the bank's internal policies, and relevant laws and regulations➤ Prepare and organize audit working paper files in accordance with the standardized methodology set by the Institute of Internal Auditors➤ Complete assigned audit tasks and projects within stipulated timelines, working collaboratively with members of the operations and financial audit teams➤ Analyze exception reports as part of the review process in line with the Annual Audit Plan, ensuring thorough coverage and insightful findings

➤ Oversaw financial operations, including the implementation of robust auditing processes to ensure accuracy in accounting and adherence to financial regulations, enhancing the firm's financial transparency and accountability➤ Conduct regular IT audits and system updates to safeguard data integrity and security, while ensuring compliance with evolving technology standards and regulatory requirements in the logistics sector

Sharjah, Sharjah Emirate, United Arab Emirates

➤ Executed and oversaw audit projects as outlined in the annual audit plan, ensuring comprehensive coverage and adherence to timelines➤ Conducted rigorous compliance reviews to verify alignment with Central Bank regulations and internal bank policies➤ Ensured timely & accurate delivery of audit reports to relevant unit management, facilitating prompt decision-making➤ Handled special assignments, including fraud investigations, as directed by the Chief Internal Auditor/Audit Committee➤ Maintained professional knowledge by collaborating with the Institute of Internal Auditors and the Learning and Development department to stay current on compliance updates and best practices

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

➤ Conducted Compliance and Due Diligence audits to ensure organizational adherence to laws and regulations➤ Performed detailed audits across various banking sectors, including Credit, Trade Finance, Treasury, & Private Banking➤ Managed audits for Central Accounts & Finance, Correspondent Banking, General Banking, and Branch Operations, ensuring comprehensive oversight➤ Analyzed Credit Risk Management processes to identify potential risks and recommended mitigative strategies➤ Maintained and updated the Audit Database to ensure accurate record-keeping and data integrity➤ Facilitated and coordinated with External Auditors to ensure a seamless audit process and adherence to standards➤ Linked Audit observations with associated risks to enhance the impact and relevance of audit findings➤ Developed and delivered Executive Summaries and detailed Audit Reports to senior management, providing key insights and actionable recommendations

Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates

➤ Oversaw Wages Protection System (WPS) operations in compliance with the Central Bank of UAE regulations and prepared detailed comparison reports➤ Designed and delivered training sessions and presentations for both staff and clients to enhance understanding and utilization of banking services➤ Managed and nurtured correspondent banking relationships with both local and international financial institutions, expanding the bank's network and capabilities➤ Actively pursue new business opportunities with counterpart banks, focusing on trade business and funding initiatives to drive revenue growth➤ Coordinated directly with the Central Bank of the UAE to stay abreast of and respond to new circulars, notices, and regulatory requirements➤ Maintained and updated the OFAC list to ensure the organization's compliance with sanctions against banned organizations and individuals➤ Analyzed new legislation to assess its impact on the organization and developed systems and procedures to ensure compliance and mitigate risks

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Computer Science

Associate Certified Public Accountant

Membership No. 20260513A

Master Of Professional Accounting

Bachelor Of Accounting