Islam Ali
Khobar,01
Summary
Highly skilled accounting professional with extensive knowledge of accounting principles, general ledger entries, and financial records review. Proficient in preparing annual reports, tax return filing, and VAT preparation. Demonstrates strong organisational abilities and is capable of working independently under pressure to produce accurate records.
Possesses excellent soft skills including communication, problem-solving, time management, and negotiation. Experienced in bookkeeping, financial planning, financial reporting, audit report writing, account reconciliation, and revenue recognition understanding. Enthusiastic with an outgoing personality and a solid understanding of IFRS standards.
Accounting professional versed in internal controls, taxation and business accounting practices. Focused on helping improve financial solvency with optimised systems and accurate forecasting. Diligent about auditing records and maintaining compliance standards.
Detail-oriented with financial data and careful to follow accounting best practices and regulatory requirements. Helps drive financial improvements with reliable, accurate and compliant records for forecasting and business planning.
Resourceful accounting professional with Number years of experience in audit preparation and reporting.
Hard-working with strong organisational skills. Achieves company goals through exceptional planning and prioritisation.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Auditor
Abdullah Abdulrahman Al-Marshed Office, Chartered
Khobar, Saudi Arabia
04.2022 - Current
- Improved transparency by providing recommendations for process improvements.
- Created a robust auditing framework to streamline operations within the organisation.
- Prepared detailed models, reports and charts highlighting complex financial information.
- Helped resolve disputed claims as official client representative to tax officials.
- Facilitated training sessions, empowering staff with knowledge on auditing procedures and regulatory requirements.
- Reviewed and certified official financial statements for presentation to shareholders and governing bodies.
- Understood and applied various audit methodologies as appropriate, including internal and external auditing.
- Ensured timely completion of all audit projects without compromising on the quality or integrity of findings.
- Led a team of junior auditors for improved efficiency in audits.
- Automated internal routines to improve focus of audit testing.
- Executed detailed audit procedures including reviewing transactions, documents, records and methods for accuracy.
- Implemented auditing best practices for coherent financial management across the firm.
- Achieved efficient audit processes by developing comprehensive auditing strategies.
- Oversaw small team of accountants performing complex financial audits from full scope audits to targeted reviews.
- Followed up with customers to collect specific financial information and verify details for preparation of forms.
- Ensured compliance with financial regulations by conducting detailed reviews.
- Produced accurate tax returns complying with official requirements and serving client needs for minimising liabilities.
- Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
- Conducted regular financial audits for quality assurance and compliance purposes.
- Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and clear communications.
- Generated Key Performance Indicator reporting to drive better performance.
- Supported team by demonstrating respect and willingness to help.
Internal Auditor
Othaim Markets co
Al-Riyad, Saudi Arabia
03.2020 - 04.2022
- Produced and reviewed audit reports for submission to inspector general and advised inspector general on audit recommendations and internal controls.
- Developed and implemented new audit strategies, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Performed internal audits of financial and departmental operations, developing risk assessments and conducting process walkthrough for compliance with documented processes.
- Wrote reports outlining project progress and results.
- Identified and reported audit issues.
- Streamlined processes by identifying inefficiencies in current systems.
- Investigated discrepancies discovered during auditing process.
- Audited activities of complex matrix organisations.
- Produced audit reports.
- Coordinated resources and reporting within virtual team setting.
- Explained risk and compliance concepts to managers and executives.
- Managed end-to-end audit process from scoping to fieldwork and report writing.
- Investigated suspected cases of fraud and theft involving small numbers of transactions or complex systems.
- Advised management on financial details related to business operations, inventory levels and budgets.
- Verified implementation of controls through testing and interacting with relevant company staff.
- Reviewed and certified official financial statements for presentation to shareholders and governing bodies.
- Prepared detailed models, reports and charts highlighting complex financial information.
- Conducted tests to identify deficient controls or inefficiencies.
- Presented audit results to senior leadership, providing insights into areas needing improvement.
Auditor
Al- hamali & Parents company
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
02.2018 - 02.2020
- Completed audit papers by thoroughly documenting audit tests and findings.
- Analyzed data and findings and prepared reports for lead auditor detailing production.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Analyzed accounting systems for efficiency and effectiveness.
- Making balance sheet , Income statements , Statements of Cash Flow & Retained Earning for companies.
- Training on accounting procedures , ledgers , journal entities & carrying out necessary auditing procedures , inventories & auditing all types of companies.
- Auditing , consulting , accounting outsourcing , and domestic investment, bookkeeping , payroll processing , VAT revision , management consulting services, information system and other accounting.
Senior Auditor
Ragab Mahmoud Ahmed Rizk , Bureau of Accounting & Auditing
Alex, Egypt
07.2013 - 12.2017
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
- Auditing , consulting , accounting outsourcing ,
and domestic investment, bookkeeping , payroll processing , VAT revision , management consulting services, information system and other accounting. - Making balance sheet , Income statements , Statements of Cash Flow & Retained Earning for companies.
Senior Auditor
Shady Fouad Ahmed , Bureau of Accounting & Auditing
Alex, Egypt
07.2013 - 12.2017
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Developed team communications and information for meetings.
- Facilitated financial and operational audits, working with internal and external managers to communicate recommendations or issues surrounding audits.
- Making balance sheet , Income statements , Statements of Cash Flow & Retained Earning for companies.
- Auditing , consulting , accounting outsourcing , and domestic investment, bookkeeping , payroll processing , VAT revision , management consulting services, information system and other accounting.
Accountant
Alex Company For Mineral Oils (AMOC)
alex, EGYPT
06.2008 - 12.2011
- Reviewed accounting structures and procedures on regular basis to identify areas in need of improvement.
Education
Bachelor - Accounting And Finance
Faculty of Commerce
05-2011
Skills
- Accounting principles
- General ledger entries
- Financial records review
- Annual reports
- Enthusiastic
- Capable to work on own initiative and possesses high organizational abilities - Outgoing personality - Accustomed to working under pressure and producing accurate and precise records
- Soft skills (communication, problem solving, time management, and negotiation skills)
- Bookkeeping
- Knowledge of ifrs
- Audit report writing
- Tax return filing
- Account reconciliation
- VAT preparation
- Bookkeeping
- Financial planning
- Financial reporting
- Revenue recognition understanding
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 5 staff members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Enthusiastic to achieve company goals.
- Fast learner , Hardworking , Ambitious & Strong work ethic
Affiliations
- Sports
- Reading
Certification
- Holding IFRS DIPLOMA
- Charted Accountant accredited by the Register of Accountants & Auditors Ministry of Finance Egypt
- Prepare to study CPA
Languages
English
Upper intermediate
Arabic
Native
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Senior Auditor
Abdullah Abdulrahman Al-Marshed Office, Chartered
04.2022 - Current
Internal Auditor
Othaim Markets co
03.2020 - 04.2022
Auditor
Al- hamali & Parents company
02.2018 - 02.2020
Senior Auditor
Ragab Mahmoud Ahmed Rizk , Bureau of Accounting & Auditing
07.2013 - 12.2017
Senior Auditor
Shady Fouad Ahmed , Bureau of Accounting & Auditing
07.2013 - 12.2017
Accountant
Alex Company For Mineral Oils (AMOC)
06.2008 - 12.2011
- Holding IFRS DIPLOMA
- Charted Accountant accredited by the Register of Accountants & Auditors Ministry of Finance Egypt
- Prepare to study CPA
Bachelor - Accounting And Finance
Faculty of Commerce
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