Sumaia Akram

Accounting & Audit Professional | ACCA Finalist | CA Finalist | Internal Audit • Financial Reporting • IFRS • Risk Assessment • Budgeting • SAP | 6+ Years Experience

Doha, Qatar

About

I am an Accounting, Finance, and Audit Professional with 6+ years of diversified experience across technology, construction, manufacturing, trading, and service sectors. My expertise spans internal auditing, financial reporting, budgeting, risk-based audits, IFRS compliance, and financial statement preparation. I specialize in identifying control gaps, strengthening financial accuracy, and supporting management through insightful analysis and reporting. I have a proven record of enhancing internal controls, improving process efficiency, and ensuring compliance with IFRS and corporate standards. Throughout my career, I have: ✓ Performed internal audits, control testing & risk assessments ✓ Prepared IFRS-compliant financial statements (SOFP, P&L, Cash Flow, Equity) ✓ Improved internal controls through remediation plans ✓ Managed AP/AR, GL, reconciliations & month-end closing ✓ Ensured regulatory compliance including SECP, tax filings & corporate reporting ✓ Delivered budgeting, forecasting & variance analysis ✓ Coordinated successfully with external auditors ✓ Led and mentored audit teams of up to 8 members ✓ Worked with SAP, QuickBooks, Wave, ERPs & advanced Excel As an ACCA Finalist and CA Finalist, with strong analytical skills and a commitment to high-quality financial reporting, I bring technical expertise combined with leadership, accuracy, and a passion for continuous improvement. I am immediately available, hold a transferable Iqama, and am open to opportunities in Qatar.

Experience

  • Assistant Manager - Internal Audit at Al Jaber Trading & Contracting Co.
    Jul 2023 - Jun 2025 · 2 yrs

    • Tested key controls over financial reporting, achieving 95% effectiveness in design and operation • Ensured 99% compliance with IFRS, accounting policies, and internal control frameworks • Identified and remediated 90% of control deficiencies, reducing audit risks by 25% • Supported external auditors, reducing documentation time by 30% through efficient preparation and analytical reviews • Planned and executed audits aligned with the approved plan, covering 100% of high-risk areas • Assessed internal controls, identifying weaknesses that led to $200k cost savings through process improvements • Monitored implementation of audit recommendations, achieving 85% closure rate within timelines • Delivered clear, insightful audit reports for senior management and the Board, driving 20% improvement in governance • Used SAP to analyze financial and operational data, ensuring 99% data integrity & compliance • Reviewed monthly management accounts and profitability reports, contributing to 15% YoY growth

  • Assistant Manager - Financial Reporting at Brick Stone Trading & Contracting
    Apr 2022 - Mar 2023 · 1 yr

    • Prepared complete IFRS-compliant financial statements (SOFP, P&L, Cash Flow, Equity), achieving 99% accuracy and zero compliance issues • Ensured 100% adherence to IFRS and internal accounting policies, resulting in a 25% reduction in audit adjustments • Oversaw AP/AR processes, reducing outstanding balances by 20% through efficient management • Managed bank reconciliations with 98% accuracy, ensuring cash flow visibility and reducing reconciliation time by 30% • Maintained general ledger and fixed assets, contributing to 15% reduction in operational costs • Managed tax filings including sales tax and income tax, ensuring 100% compliance and avoiding in penalties • Prepared annual budgets & forecasts, achieving 90% variance analysis accuracy and identifying QAR30k in cost savings • Delivered strategic financial insights to the CEO & Directors, driving 10% cost savings • Ensured regulatory compliance including SECP requirements, with zero non-compliance issues in the past 2 years.

  • Audit Intern - Audit Senior at M. Asif Jamil & Co.
    Sep 2018 - Mar 2022 · 3 yrs 7 mos

    • Executed audits under ISA standards across Refineries, FMCG, Textiles, E-commerce, Trading, Education, NPOs, and Power sectors. • Evaluated internal controls and recommended effective remediation strategies. • Reviewed financial statements for IFRS compliance and accuracy. • Supervised and mentored audit teams of up to 8 members. • Prepared detailed audit reports and presented findings to senior management. • Demonstrated adaptability across diverse business environments.