ABDULLAH AL SHALWA
Saudi Arabia
Summary
Senior Financial professional with Over 5+ years of experience in internal audit, financial reporting, and risk management. Expert in GRC frameworks and IFRS compliance, with a proven track record in optimizing operational processes and reducing financial closing cycles by 30%. Experienced in auditing complex projects, contract review, and supporting ERP implementations. Committed to enhancing governance and ensuring alignment with international internal audit standards (IIA).
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Senior Financial Accountant
Saudi Development & Export Service Co. Ltd
2022.09 - Current
- Supported internal audit activities by reviewing financial controls and identifying process improvement opportunities.
- Assisted in evaluating operational and financial risks to strengthen internal control effectiveness.
- Reduced month-end closing cycles by 30% through process automation and ERP system optimization.
- Supported ERP implementations and monitored project financial accuracy, identifying and correcting budget variances.
- Developed comprehensive financial reports and audit working papers to support strategic decision-making.
Accountant
Saudi Development & Export Service Co. Ltd
2019.09 - 2022.08
- Prepared monthly/annual financial statements and performed rigorous bank reconciliations to ensure data integrity
- Assisted in internal audit functions and financial planning, ensuring alignment with corporate policies.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Finance
University of Evansville
Evansville, USA Skills
- ERP Systems (SAP / Oracle), Microsoft Excel (Advanced)
- Exposure to project auditing, variance tracking, and MS Office Suite
Core Competencies
- Identifying operational/financial risks and implementing mitigation controls.
- Evaluating project deviations, reviewing contracts
- Execution of audit cycles (Planning, Fieldwork, Reporting) in line with IIA standards.
- Process automation, variance analysis, and stakeholder management.
- Budgeting, forecasting, and IFRS-compliant financial reporting.
Certification
• GRCP– Governance, Risk and Compliance Professional (2025)
• IRMP– Integrated Risk Management Professional (2025)
• PMP Training– Project Management Professional (36 Hours)
Timeline
Senior Financial Accountant
Saudi Development & Export Service Co. Ltd
2022.09 - Current
Accountant
Saudi Development & Export Service Co. Ltd
2019.09 - 2022.08
Bachelor of Business Administration - Finance
University of Evansville