Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Strategic and results-driven Finance Executive with 15+ years of leadership experience across Saudi Arabia and the GCC, driving financial strategy, governance, and transformation. A Chartered Accountant (ICAP, SOCPA) skilled in IPO readiness, treasury and capital structuring, IFRS/SOCPA compliance, ZATCA frameworks, and SAP S/4HANA transformation. Proven record of delivering financial control, cost efficiency, and governance excellence, while aligning finance with Vision 2030 and supporting sustainable business growth. Core Strengths: Financial Strategy | FP&A | Treasury & Funding | IFRS & SOCPA | ZATCA VAT & E-Invoicing | Corporate Governance | CMA & IPO Readiness | SAP S/4HANA | Digital Finance | Team Leadership
As Group Head of Finance / Group Finance Controller at Aldrees Industrial & Trading Company (ALITCO), I lead the Group’s end-to-end financial strategy, governance, and transformation across multiple subsidiaries in Saudi Arabia and the GCC. My mandate centers on strengthening financial performance, capital efficiency, and compliance maturity to support sustainable growth and IPO readiness. Key Leadership & Achievements: • Directed the Group’s finance transformation, implementing robust financial controls, IFRS/SOCPA compliance frameworks, and advanced reporting standards. • Led the SAP S/4HANA transformation integrated with ZATCA FATOORA, achieving 100% e-invoicing compliance and cutting month-end closing cycles by 45%. • Structured and secured SAR 500M+ in multi-source financing, optimizing liquidity, treasury operations, and working capital utilization, resulting in 25% reduction in operational costs. • Oversaw IPO readiness initiatives including CMA compliance, governance modernization, and Big 4 audit coordination, positioning ALITCO for capital market participation. • Partnered with the Board and Executive Leadership to realign fiscal strategy, implement budget discipline, and elevate group-level financial visibility. This role reflects my passion for building resilient finance organizations, leveraging digital transformation and governance excellence to enhance enterprise value, investor confidence, and long-term financial sustainability.
As Group Chief Internal Auditor at Aldrees Industrial & Trading Company (ALITCO), I led the design and implementation of a group-wide internal audit and risk governance framework to strengthen corporate controls, transparency, and financial integrity across subsidiaries in Saudi Arabia and the GCC. I established a risk-based internal audit plan aligned with the company’s strategic objectives and regulatory requirements under SOCPA, ISA, and ZATCA standards. This ensured stronger compliance, early risk detection, and operational accountability at all levels. Key Achievements: • Developed and executed the organization’s first comprehensive audit framework, driving measurable improvements in compliance and process efficiency. • Successfully resolved a 10-year ZATCA audit, achieving a 40% reduction in tax liabilities and safeguarding company resources. • Implemented a unified compliance model for Zakat, VAT, and corporate tax, enhancing reporting accuracy and transparency. • Partnered with senior leadership and the Board Audit Committee to strengthen governance, internal controls, and enterprise risk management. • Improved audit ratings and internal control maturity through continuous monitoring, staff training, and policy standardization. This role deepened my expertise in financial governance, risk oversight, and regulatory compliance core foundations that have supported my transition into strategic financial leadership roles including Group Head of Finance / CFO.
As an IFRS Consultant with Al Shaibany CPA Office, I partnered with senior leadership teams across diverse industries to strengthen financial reporting, compliance, and governance frameworks in line with CMA, SOCPA, and IFRS standards. I advised enterprise clients on implementing international best practices to enhance transparency, financial integrity, and investor confidence ensuring organizations were structurally and strategically prepared for growth, investment, and capital market participation. Key Achievements & Contributions: •Led IFRS and SOCPA transformation initiatives, aligning accounting frameworks with CMA regulatory requirements to enhance reporting accuracy and audit readiness. •Supported IPO preparation and due diligence for clients pursuing capital market listings, ensuring CMA-aligned disclosures and investor-grade financial reporting. •Developed financial feasibility studies, business valuations, and investment appraisals, enabling clients to secure financing and strategic partnerships. •Implemented governance and control enhancements, strengthening board-level financial oversight and risk mitigation processes. Collaborated with CFOs and auditors to streamline reporting cycles and achieve regulatory compliance with ZATCA and other authorities. This role deepened my ability to translate complex financial standards into strategic action a critical capability I bring to Group Finance and CFO roles today. My work bridged technical accounting expertise with executive-level decision support, reinforcing financial discipline, investor trust, and sustainable growth for high-performing organizations.
As Financial Controller / Finance Manager at Nustar Trading DMCC, I led the full financial management lifecycle for a multinational trading business, overseeing accounting, treasury, budgeting, and investment operations across regional markets. Reporting directly to the CEO, I established a finance governance model that strengthened decision-making, improved liquidity, and aligned financial processes with long-term corporate strategy. Key Achievements and Responsibilities: • Directed end-to-end financial reporting, budgeting, and investment analysis, ensuring transparency, compliance, and fiscal discipline across business units. • Re-engineered the working capital framework, resulting in a 10% improvement in liquidity and enhanced funding efficiency. • Implemented cost optimization measures and streamlined month-end closing, achieving a 30% reduction in reporting time and improved cash flow forecasting accuracy. • Designed and enforced internal controls and audit frameworks, achieving zero audit penalties and a strengthened risk governance structure. • Partnered with senior leadership to evaluate new business opportunities, conduct feasibility studies, and support capital expenditure decisions with robust financial models. • Drove ERP system enhancements to improve automation, data accuracy, and management visibility. This role was pivotal in shaping my executive perspective on enterprise-wide finance leadership, integrating operational efficiency, financial strategy, and compliance to support sustainable growth an approach I continue to bring to senior finance transformation mandates at the Group level.
As an Assistant Manager – Audit & Assurance at Ernst & Young (EY), I led and managed audits for multinational and listed companies across manufacturing, construction, and services sectors. My work focused on ensuring full compliance with IFRS, ISA, and corporate governance frameworks, while providing strategic financial insights that helped executive teams strengthen internal controls, transparency, and fiscal discipline. Key Achievements: •Directed multiple end-to-end audits with Big 4–level quality standards, delivering reports and management letters that enhanced client confidence and regulatory compliance. •Partnered with CFOs and Board Audit Committees to identify financial risks and design mitigation strategies that improved financial integrity and reporting accuracy. •Led cross-functional audit teams across Pakistan and the UAE, mentoring junior staff and improving audit efficiency through EY’s Global Audit Methodology (GAMx). •Delivered financial due diligence and analytical reviews that supported corporate transactions, investment evaluations, and performance improvement initiatives. •Recognized for consistent excellence in client service, leadership, and adherence to EY’s global quality standards. This role built the foundation of my financial governance and assurance expertise, equipping me to lead large scale finance functions with the analytical rigor, compliance mindset, and strategic oversight expected of a Group CFO.
As an audit Senior I was responsible for assisting the manager throughout the audit including engagement planning, audit work, and Supervising Junior members of the team and finalization of the audit engagement. I was also involved in, reviewing, validating and analyzing audit evidence from multiple business segments to arrive a the judgement of risk, based on a balance of quantitative and qualitative factors. As an Audit Senior, I was responsible for the execution of audit engagements including planning the audit, allocation of resources, risk assessments, reviewing the work of the team, finalization of audit engagements reporting to senor audit manager. As an Audit senior, i secured PMDP rating of 3.5 out of 5.
As an audit Senior I was responsible for assisting the manager throughout the audit including engagement planning, audit work, and Supervising Junior members of the team and finalization of the audit engagement. I was also involved in, reviewing, validating and analyzing audit evidence from multiple business segments to arrive a the judgement of risk, based on a balance of quantitative and qualitative factors. As an Audit Senior, I was responsible for the execution of audit engagements including planning the audit, allocation of resources, risk assessments, reviewing the work of the team, finalization of audit engagements reporting to senor audit manager. As an Audit senior, i secured PMDP rating of 3.5 out of 5.