Manager Management

Executive PROFILE

Seasoned, visionary, and detail-oriented professional, with more than 19 years of experience. Have significant hands-on experience of working directly with the C-Suite, with proven skills of building and leading motivated, high performing cross-functional teams. Possess specific expertise in Internal Audit, Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), and Information Technology controls. Exhibit solid leadership, communication and interpersonal skills to establish rapport with all level of staff and management.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Internal Audit, SOX, Internal Controls

Executive Reporting

GAAP, IFRS & GAAS

Staff Training and Development

Risk Management

Oil and Gas Industry experience

Policies and Procedure review

Process Improvement

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

Won the CFO Award for introducing the initiative that provided an efficient and effective system of internal controls audit in over 35 remote and small locations worldwide.

Successfully directed integration audits following multiple acquisitions and supported systems implementations, resulting in rapid adherence to business processes and acceptance of corporate culture.

Solid experience in Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR), COSO 2013, SOX internal controls 404 & disclosure controls 302 and Canada’s Bill 198 - CSOX.

Established and led global risk-based internal controls compliance function, and instituted framework for sustainable compliance.

Designed scope and testing procedures for major opening balance sheet items during transition and conversion to International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).

Proposed the execution of various ongoing process improvement initiatives in payroll, financial systems, PO system and stock options.

Served as advisor to the IT Steering Committee of BOD. Conceptualized and instituted various initiatives, including the following:

-Implementation of formal IT governance structure and roles

-Enhanced IT security, change management and disaster recovery procedures

-Introduced Audit program for cloud computing

Consistently received outstanding feedback in annual performance reviews for continuously revamping internal audit and SOX programs to achieve quality standards, deadlines, budgets and results. Earned recognition for providing on-the-job coaching to junior staff, excellent communication, technical and administrative skills.

Professional Experience

Cooper Professional Consulting – Certified Internal Auditors Calgary, Canada

Internal Audit, Internal Controls & Management Advisory

Director Audit, SOX & Risk Management 04/2019 - Current

Providing a full spectrum of audit, compliance, consulting and advisory services. Services include: internal audit support – complete cycle from planning to reporting, Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance, internal controls, risk assessment and risk management solutions.

TechnipFMC PLC. (NYSE:FTI) Calgary, Canada Houston, TX, USA (Revenue US$ 18B)

TechnipFMC is a global leader in oil and gas services for surface and subsea projects

Senior Manager Internal Controls, Audit & Compliance 2012 – 03/2019

Held various leadership positions including head for Americas region, head for Asia Pacific region and global head for Surface business. Responsibilities and achievements include:

Led internal controls, audit and risk management programs to ensure that the Company complies with organizational objectives, Board of Directors mandate and auditing standards.

Managed and led value-added operational, financial, compliance and information technology audits. Provided clear, concise and objective reports on the results of audits to the Management on quarterly basis.

Supervised reviews being conducted and ensured that the same are in line with the approved plan. Developed technical capability of the team by driving training and development initiatives.

Advised operations and corporate functions regarding the adequacy of policy, procedure and appropriate controls. Proficient in formulating new policies and procedures adhering to regulatory and statutory requirements.

Led risk management program to ensure that risks are properly documented, risk-controlling activities are well planned and risk mitigation activities are effective.

Led internal controls over financial reporting and disclosure control procedures per SOX requirements. Implemented sustainable procedures for process documentation, control testing and deficiency identification, remediation and reporting. Solid experience in Internal Controls over Financial Reporting (ICFR), COSO 2013, SOX 404 / 302 and CSOX - Bill 198.

Identified several opportunities to strengthen controls and improve processes. Developed productive working relationships with stakeholders; provided value added recommendations to the management and business.

Received the CFO Award on developing and implementing an oversight program to ensure a systematic review of remote or smaller locations is undertaken regularly. The framework provided an efficient and effective system of internal controls audit in over 35 locations worldwide.

Initiated implementation of disaster recovery procedures, financial systems key reports review and SSAE 16/18 attestation reviews.

Led special assignments, conducted numerous investigations on fraud and business conduct issues.

Served as a key interface with external auditors, executive management, finance directors and external consultants.

PURE ENERGY SERVICES LTD. (ACQUIRED BY FMC TECHNOLOGIES, INC.) Calgary, Canada

Canada’s premier oil and gas production and completion services company.

Manager Audit and Compliance 2008–2012

The position reported directly to the CFO and the Audit Committee. Worked independently with extensive latitude for initiative and independent judgment.

Managed Pure’s audit, risk and compliance program. Presented the annual audit plan and quarterly audit results to the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors.

Implemented risk-based comprehensive audit programs and defined objective, scope and audit approach for each assignment.

Led and monitored Internal Controls SOX compliance program to ensure that internal controls are effective and divisions across the Company comply with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX 404 & 302) requirements. Periodically presented significant control findings to the Management and the Audit Committee.

Established organization's enterprise risk management (ERM) program; annually provided updates to the board to support board oversight and ensured that the Board effectively oversees enterprise-wide risk portfolio.

Ensured optimal audit coverage, continually identified financial, operational and IT activities subject to audit coverage and assessed the degree of risk inherent in each activity.

Introduced control optimization and risk self-assessment processes throughout the organization. Improved efficiency and provided quality and value to the business functions through focusing on high-risk areas.

Developed scope and testing procedures for major opening balance sheet items during transition and conversion to International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).

Provided strategic direction as a member of IT Steering Committee. Evaluated and upgraded financial accounting and financial reporting systems. Instituted formal IT Governance structure and roles. Recommended and monitored the implementation of enhanced IT security, change management and disaster recovery procedures. Introduced audit program for cloud computing.

BIRCH MOUNTAIN RESOURCES LTD. Calgary, Canada

Canadian corporation involved in mineral exploration, development and production

Leader Internal Controls & Compliance 2006–2008

The position reported to the CFO and the Audit Committee. Responsibilities and achievements included:

Led the implementation of SOX 404 & 302 compliance project and managed internal controls compliance program under Sarbanes Oxley Act. Prepared periodic reports for the management and the audit committee covering internal controls and risk managements activities.

Obtained hands-on experience in planning, documenting, testing, reporting and monitoring of company wide internal controls

Responsibilities included liaison with external auditors and communication with regulators on compliance issues.

Effectively handled additional duties as controller of the company for six months during a demanding business cycle.

SITA BUSINESS SYSTEMS Chantilly, VA, USA

Management, Advisory and Professional service provider to midsize companies

Senior Audit Consultant 2002–2006

Job required flexibility and self-motivation in accomplishing demanding tasks of various clients. Responsibilities included:

Conducted on-site audits and supervisory reviews of small and midsize companies to evaluate their financial health, risks in different areas of operations, internal control environment, and compliance discipline.

Performed substantive audit testing of financial statement accounts, including tests of details and substantive analytics.

Documented business processes through interviews, observation and inquiry. Identified gaps and recommended control process re-engineering. Communicated results of audits via written reports and presentations to the management.

Evaluated accounting systems to determine process efficiency and effectiveness. Assisted in analyzing business processes, information and new systems.

Earlier Career

EMIRATES BANK INTERNATIONAL PJSC, United Arab Emirates

Assistant Manager Investment Banking 1997–2002

STATE BANK OF PAKISTAN–BANKING INSPECTION DEPARTMENT, Pakistan

Audit Senior Inspecting Officer 1995–1997

Education and Credentials

Degree & Designations

Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), May 2006

Certification in Risk Mgmt. Assurance (CRMA), 2012

Master in Commerce (MCom.), May 1994

Information Technology

Microsoft Certified System Engineer. (MCSE)

Residence

Canada, Calgary

Citizenship

Canadian

Hobbies:

Travelling and Technology

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