Sara Ismail
Abu Dhabi,UAE
Summary
Professional and work-focused individual with Big Four experience at PwC. A detail-oriented Senior Auditor with extensive experience managing complex audit projects (Financial Audits, ESG Audit , AUP and ICFR audits) in both the public and private sectors.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Auditor
Pricewaterhousecoopers
Abu Dhabi, UAE
07.2024 - Current
- Financial Audit Conducted comprehensive financial audits to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
Identified areas for process improvement and enhanced financial reporting accuracy. - Led Audit planning, execution, and completion stages for different business entities includes Agriculture, and health entities
- Audited Financial Statements and reported on discrepancies in accordance to International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
- Acted as project senior and led a team of junior auditors for multiple governmental and Private audits in different sectors such as ADQ, GAL, AMMROC, ADA , Etihad, NMC Hospitals, and Al Nahda group.
- ESG Audit Senior Auditor for ESG Audit, leading comprehensive audits for big clients such as Fertiglobe, focusing on environmental, social, and governance criteria. Evaluated greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across multiple operational sites. Assessed waste management practices to ensure compliance with regulations and sustainability goals. Reviewed and Audited governance structures to ensure transparency and accountability in ESG reporting. Performed diversity audits to evaluate inclusivity and equity within organizational practices.
- Agreed-Upon Procedures (AUP) Audit Executed AUP audits for big clients such as Department of Health, DOH to provide specific insights based on client needs, ensuring tailored recommendations.
- Internal Control over Financial Reporting (ICFR) Audit
- Audited internal controls for major clients such as Etihad Engineering, ensuring compliance with ICFR standards.
Reviewed and tested controls across critical areas, including, Revenue Recognition, Purchase and Payables, Treasury, Payroll, Leases, PPE , and CWIP. - Identified and mitigated control deficiencies, enhancing overall compliance and operational efficiency.
Provided actionable recommendations that led to improved internal control frameworks for clients.
Experienced Associate - Auditor
Pricewaterhousecoopers (PwC)
Abu Dhabi
09.2023 - Current
- Worked on Audit planning, execution, and completion stages for different business entities includes Agriculture, and health entities
- Audited Financial Statements and reported on discrepancies in accordance to International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
- Conducted AUP on high profile clients.
- Performed ESG Audit on high profile clients.
- Coordinated with clients to perform tests on organizational internal controls.
- Prepared audit reviews after detailed checking of client accounts.
- Planned and executed follow-up audits at appropriate intervals.
- Did walkthrough with client to gather data needed to conduct audits.
- Followed established auditing processes to meet internal and regulatory requirements.
- Communicated with client to obtain necessary information for audits.
- Analyzed data and findings to prepare reports detailing financial information.
- Identified control gaps in processes, procedures and systems through in-depth research and assessment and suggested methods for improvements.
- Performed analytical procedures and test of details for balance sheets and income statement accounts during audits
- Managing team members.
- Assured regulatory compliance by conducting regular audits.
Associate - Auditor
Pricewaterhousecoopers (PwC)
Abu Dhabi
09.2022 - 09.2023
- Did stock counts for big companies.
- Performed observations and evaluated supporting documents to supplement audit findings.
- Assisted in planning work in audit engagements.
- Reviewed transactions, documents, records and reports for accuracy and effectiveness.
- Vouching invoices and supporting documents.
- Worked on Audit planning and execution.
- Did walkthrough with client to gather data needed to conduct audits.
- Communicated with client to obtain necessary information for audits.
Education
Master's degree - Master of Science Global Finance and Banking
King's College London
Bachelor's degree - Business administration in Accounting
Abu Dhabi University
High School Certification -
Rawafed Private School
Skills
- Audit & other software's: Aura, connect, Manager Software, EdrawMax Program
- Problem Solving and Analytical skills
- Microsoft - Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and adaptable to new software
- Task Prioritization and Time Management
- Team Leading
- Problem-Solving Abilities
- International Accounting Standards & IFRS
- ESG Audit and Reporting
- Ability to adjust to changing regulations, technologies, and client needs
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Certification
- ACCA - Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, Currently pursuing 5th exam.
- CIMA certificate in Business Accounting (CIMA Cert BA), 07/2019
Accomplishments
- Honored at Dean's list appreciation Ceremony for 8 times
- Golden Residency
Languages
Arabic
Native
English
Fluent
Timeline
Senior Auditor
Pricewaterhousecoopers
07.2024 - Current
Experienced Associate - Auditor
Pricewaterhousecoopers (PwC)
09.2023 - Current
Associate - Auditor
Pricewaterhousecoopers (PwC)
09.2022 - 09.2023
- ACCA - Association of Chartered Certified Accountants, Currently pursuing 5th exam.
- CIMA certificate in Business Accounting (CIMA Cert BA), 07/2019
Master's degree - Master of Science Global Finance and Banking
King's College London
Bachelor's degree - Business administration in Accounting
Abu Dhabi University
High School Certification -
Rawafed Private School
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