Mohanad Abu Zir
Abu Dhabi,UAE
Summary
To utilize my auditing experience at a role that allows me to use my analytical, problem solving, leadership, and people skills. To thrive in an environment of talented professionals, and to have access to mentors that can help me navigate my career.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Consultant - Risk Advisory
Deloitte
Abu Dhabi, UAE
05.2024 - Current
- Led internal audit engagements across various organizations, covering finance, human resources, procurement, and facility management, ensuring process integrity and adherence to corporate policies.
- Conducted risk assessments, updated risk registers, and developed three-year internal audit plans to enhance risk mitigation strategies.
- Played a key role in developing internal audit charters, governance frameworks, and audit committee policies to strengthen internal control environments.
- Assessed financial and operational risks by evaluating business processes, identifying control gaps, and implementing risk mitigation measures.
- Held stakeholder meetings with process owners and senior management to discuss audit findings, provide recommendations, and drive process improvements.
- Executed audit fieldwork, performed control testing, and prepared comprehensive audit reports with findings, risk impact analysis, and corrective action plans.
- Experienced in conducting audits in accordance with risk-based audit methodologies, focusing on areas such as financial transactions, compliance, and operational efficiency.
- Adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure effective governance, regulatory compliance, and internal process enhancements.
- Key Clients: Centre of Excellence for Applied Research & Training (CERT), Department of Economic Development (DED)
Associate - Risk Advisory
KPMG LG
Abu Dhabi, UAE
09.2022 - 03.2024
- Led risk assessment initiatives, creating and refining risk records for over 100 departments, and updating risk registers.
- Held meetings with process owners, ensuring thorough risk assessment coverage and fostering collaborative relationships
- Prepared and presented the annual risk assessment report, contributing valuable insights for strategic decision-making and risk mitigation efforts.
- Played a pivotal role in developing a comprehensive three-year internal audit plan, aligning audit activities with organizational goals and priorities.
- Conducted diverse audit tasks across various entities and prepared audit reports.
- Assisted in formulating the audit office strategy.
- Contributed to the development of internal audit manuals and charters.
- Prepared quarterly and annual audit committee and board presentations.
- Conducted follow-up tasks, demonstrating strong dedication to audit steps comprehension, continuity, and professional development.
- Prepared and submitted proposals.
- Demonstrated thorough understanding and application of ADAA resolution no. 89 in relation to internal auditing.
- Key Clients: Abu Dhabi Police, Department of Finance
Analyst
KPMG LG
Abu Dhabi, UAE
02.2022 - 09.2022
- Conducted risk assessments and actively participated in various audit tasks, including audit reports, follow-up procedures, and process improvements.
- Assisted in developing internal audit charters and audit committee charters.
- Facilitated meetings with process owners to conduct comprehensive risk assessments and coordinate internal audit operations.
- Led efforts in understanding activity and operational processes, preparing comprehensive matrices of risks (RCM) and controls, executing fieldwork, and evaluating relevant control procedures.
- Key Clients: Department Of Finance - DoF (Abu Dhabi)
Accountant
Chalhoub Group
Amman, Jordan
12.2021 - 02.2022
- Employed at Chalhoub Company for three months as an integral member of the intercompany reconciliation team.
- Primarily focused on managing accounts receivable (AR) processes.
- Assisted in comparing and reconciling transactions between different entities within the same organization.
- Identified discrepancies or errors in transactions and collaborated with relevant teams for resolution.
Intern
Grant Thornton
Abu Dhabi, UAE
12.2020 - 06.2021
- Assisted in tax advisory tasks, including customer communication and reviewing tax invoices for compliance with UAE tax laws and public clarifications.
- Conducted external audit tasks, including:
- Assessing and allocating Ministry of Education expenses and validating spending methods.
- Working on cash, accounts payable, and PPE sections during the internship.
- Visiting client sites and discussing operations with different management levels to understand business needs.
- Examining accounts, financial records, and other documentation.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Princess Sumaya University for Technology
Jordan 02.2017 - 08.2020
Skills
- Team Management
- Public Speaking
- Project Management
- MS-Office: Excellent
- Oracle: Beginner
- TeamMate: Intermediate
- Time-management
Languages
Arabic
Native
English
Upper intermediate
Certification
- CFE – Association of Certified Fraud Examiners
- Certified GRC Professional (GRCP)
- Certified GRC Auditor (GRCA)
- Certificate in International Financial Reporting (CertIFR) – ACCA
Timeline
Consultant - Risk Advisory
Deloitte
05.2024 - Current
Associate - Risk Advisory
KPMG LG
09.2022 - 03.2024
Analyst
KPMG LG
02.2022 - 09.2022
Accountant
Chalhoub Group
12.2021 - 02.2022
Intern
Grant Thornton
12.2020 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Princess Sumaya University for Technology
02.2017 - 08.2020
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