Salma Alattas
Abu Dhabi
Summary
Dynamic Certified Compliance Professional with a proven track record at PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) and extensive experience in internal audit, revenue management, and regulatory reforms. Excelled in transforming financial and operational practices, enhancing stakeholder engagement, and driving business strategy. Skilled in project management and benchmarking, consistently delivering data-driven insights and strategic recommendations to senior management.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Revenue Specialist
Department of Municipalities and Transport
Abu Dhabi
2024.11 - Current
- Provided financial oversight and reported revenue performance across affiliates, ensuring accuracy and completeness
- Calculated costs for new services, and facilitated approvals with DoF.
- Managed service transitions between entities, ensuring compliance with DoF regulations
- Ensured financial reporting accuracy and provided data-driven insights to senior management
Internal Audit Supervisor
Department of Municipalities and Transport
Abu Dhabi
2019.06 - 2024.11
- Managed and Conducted internal audits across multiple entities, including affiliates
- Evaluated governance, financial and regulatory controls, and risk management practices
- Recommended process improvements and cost-saving initiatives
- Managed third-party audit providers and enhanced multiple types of risk controls
Senior Consultant (Secondment)
PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC)
Abu Dhabi
2022.04 - 2022.10
- Implemented regulatory reforms and service restructuring for Abu Dhabi entities
- Led business readiness projects for TAQA subsidiaries (AADC & ADDC)
- Contributed to the establishment of the Emirati Talent Competitiveness Council
Senior Internal Auditor
Al Hilal Bank
Abu Dhabi
2018.09 - 2019.05
- Conducted branch audits & operational reviews, improving efficiency
- Recommended compliance strategies, optimizing financial operations
Senior Internal Auditor
Etihad Airways Group
Abu Dhabi
2013.12 - 2018.08
- Led financial, operational, and revenue audits across business units
- Provided governance support and audit committee reporting
- Conducted in-depth audits for HR, finance, and ancillary services
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Certified Compliance Professional
International Academy of Business And Financial M.
2019-01
MBA - Business Administration
Abu Dhabi University
01.2018
BBA - Finance
Zayed University
Abu Dhabi, UAE2016-12
Skills
- Certified Compliance Professional
- Internal Audit
- Revenue Management
- Regulatory Reforms
- Project Management
- Financial Reporting
- Benchmarking
- Business Strategy
- Transformation
- Stakeholder Engagement
Timeline
Revenue Specialist
Department of Municipalities and Transport
2024.11 - Current
Senior Consultant (Secondment)
PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC)
2022.04 - 2022.10
Internal Audit Supervisor
Department of Municipalities and Transport
2019.06 - 2024.11
Senior Internal Auditor
Al Hilal Bank
2018.09 - 2019.05
Senior Internal Auditor
Etihad Airways Group
2013.12 - 2018.08
Some College (No Degree) - Certified Compliance Professional
International Academy of Business And Financial M.
MBA - Business Administration
Abu Dhabi University
BBA - Finance
Zayed University