Muawia H. Alhadrab
Ryiadh,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Finance leader with 16+ years of experience in financial reporting, finance transformation, and strategic finance across public and private sector organizations in the Middle East. Strong expertise in IFRS, IPSAS, and financial governance, with a proven track record in improving financial reporting and control environments. Trusted partner to senior leadership in driving financial strategy, performance, and risk management, with the ability to build high-performing teams and enhance overall finance function effectiveness
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
2010
2010
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Director - Accounting Advisory Services
KPMG – Saudi Arabia
2018.08 - 2026.03
- Leading accounting advisory engagements, including IFRS conversions and IPSAS implementation projects and complex reporting matters.
- Supporting senior executives and government entities in understanding financial reporting frameworks and governance improvements.
- Facilitating business development initiatives, including strategic pursuits, proposals, and client relationship management.
- Contributing to delivery of accounting advisory services through collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
- Facilitating technical training programs and thought leadership initiatives related to IFRS and IPSAS.
Manager – Assurance department
Ernst & Young (EY)
, Jordan and Iraq
2014.01 - 2018.07
- Managing audit and assurance engagements across various industries under IFRS reporting frameworks.
- Supporting audit planning, risk assessments, and internal control evaluations for complex organisations.
- Aided audit teams in delivering quality financial reporting and maintaining compliance with professional standards.
- Providing guidance to clients on financial reporting issues, internal controls, and accounting enhancements.
Auditor – Assurance department
Arab Professionals – Member firm within Grant Thornton International
Amman, Jordan
2012.02 - 2014.01
- Performing audit procedures, risk assessments, and financial statement reviews in accordance with IFRS.
- Evaluating internal controls and assisted clients in improving accounting systems and processes.
- Preparing financial reports using International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
- Collaborated with external auditors to maintain regulatory compliance.
Accountant and Credit Controller
Logicom Jordan L.L.C
Amman, Jordan
2010.02 - 2012.01
- Managing accounts receivable, credit control, and cash flow monitoring.
- Preparing financial reconciliations and supported monthly financial reporting and inventory control.
- Developing cash projections and credit management processes.
Education
Bachelor - Accounting, Financial and Banking Sciences
Yarmouk University
JordanSkills
- Finance strategy and CFO consulting
- Technical accounting and financial reporting (IFRS, IPSAS, USGAAP, and Accounting Standards as promulgated by AAOIFI)
- Accounting transformation and change management
- Budgeting, planning, and performance oversight
- Governance, risk, and internal controls
- Government finance and public sector expertise
- ERP finance process optimization
- Client relationship and business development
- Team leadership and organizational change
Certification
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Guam Board of Accountancy
- Certified Management Accountant (CMA).
- Certificate in International Public Sector Accounting Standards (CertIPSAS)
- Over 600 CPEs hours in various IFRS, Banking, auditing and accounting topics
Languages
Arabic
Native
English
Advanced
References
Available upon request
Thought Leadership & Speaking Engagements
- Accounting Innovation Forum - General Court of Audit (guest speaker)
- Al-Tammayuz leadership program (guest speaker)
- IFRS 9,15, and 16 Workshop – Jordan Association for Management Accountants (guest speaker)
- Basic and Advanced IFRS Trainings (Facilitator)
- Basic and Advanced IPSAS Trainings (Facilitator)
- Islamic Banking training - (Facilitator)
Industries
- Public Sector & Government: Ministries (Finance, Justice, Health) and other public sector entities
- Financial Services: Commercial & Islamic banks, investment entities, and financing companies
- Industrial & Manufacturing: Oil & gas, pharmaceuticals, food & dairy, cables, aluminum, concrete, and apparel manufacturing
- Services & Infrastructure: Aviation (airports & airlines), healthcare, hospitality, transportation, and third-party administrators
- Commercial & Trading: Electronics and automotive sectors
- Real Estate & Energy: Real estate and renewable energy
Timeline
Director - Accounting Advisory Services
KPMG – Saudi Arabia
2018.08 - 2026.03
Manager – Assurance department
Ernst & Young (EY)
2014.01 - 2018.07
Auditor – Assurance department
Arab Professionals – Member firm within Grant Thornton International
2012.02 - 2014.01
Accountant and Credit Controller
Logicom Jordan L.L.C
2010.02 - 2012.01
Bachelor - Accounting, Financial and Banking Sciences
Yarmouk University