Data Entry Sox Compliance

Mohammad Abrar Hussain, CPA, FCA, FCMA, MBA

+1-781-***-**** ********@*****.***

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mohammad-hussain-0a2bb72/

Open to relocate within the United States

Key Highlights

Professional Qualifications & Education

Fellow Chartered Accountant (ICAEW)

CPA (Washington State Board)

Fellow Chartered Management Accountant (CIMA, UK)

MBA (Manchester Business School)

M.Com (Punjab University, Lahore)

Training & Development

Leadership

People Management

Time Management

Change Management

Health, Environment & Safety

IFRS, VAT, SOX Compliance and Controls, etc.

Professional Teaching

Qatar Financial Center: Delivered CPA, CMA & CIA preparatory courses

University of Aberdeen- Qatar: Faculty in Accounting & Finance

SUMMARY

Strategic and results-oriented finance leader with 30+ years of multinational experience in accounting, financial management, and controllership across the oil & gas, infrastructure, and higher education sectors. Expertise in ERP implementation, Projects Cost Control, Merger Integration, IFRS and SOX compliance, financial reporting, and audit management. Proven record of driving operational efficiency, implementing robust internal controls, and delivering multimillion-dollar cost savings. Recognized for building strong teams, streamlining financial processes, and partnering with executives to support organizational growth.

Core Competencies:

Financial Management Accounting & Reporting US GAAP & IFRS ERP Implementation Audit & SOX Compliance Budgeting & Forecasting Cost Control & Variance Analysis Taxation Policy & Procedure Design Joint Ventures (PSA/JVA/DFA) Leadership & Mentorship Stakeholder Collaboration Contract Review & Procurement Process Optimization.

KEY ACHIEVEMENTS

US$1.1B loan restructuring: Led funding reschedule at QatarEnergy LNG venture, improving cash flow and capital structure.

US$9.4M annual savings: Negotiated new insurance and tariff agreements at Occidental Petroleum, reducing costs by 12%.

US$2.2M project recovery: Implemented revised cost allocation methodology for QatarEnergy.

Maintained 99.9% accuracy in cost recovery audits and 'No Major Observations' in internal reviews for 10+ years.

Directed two ERP and payroll system implementations with zero business interruption.

Trained 300+ professionals on IFRS 9, 15 & 16, Qatar Tax Law, and VAT compliance.

Standardized finance policies, internal controls, and cross-functional training frameworks across multiple regions.

Professional Experience

Parsons International Saudi Arabia July 2024 – July 2025

Projects Control Director:

Directed financial and cost control teams across Parsons’ Saudia Arabia Central Sector, ensuring alignment with organizational financial objectives.

Oversaw project budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to maintain profitability and compliance.

Implemented cost management frameworks, optimize vendor contracts, and ensure compliance with accounting policies and controls.

Ensure compliance with financial policies, procedures, and regulations, financial matters and compliance.

Al-Arakan Group - Qatar August 2019 – June, 2024

Advisor Finance:

Advised CEO and GM on strategic financial planning, risk management, and capital allocation.

Designed financial policies, internal controls & compliance frameworks across multiple operations.

Streamlined ERP and reporting systems improving data accuracy and financial efficiency.

AFG College with University of Aberdeen August 2019 – Dec, 2023

Lecturer - Accounting and Finance;

Delivered undergraduate courses in Audits, Taxation, Financial Accounting, Management Accounting, Business Strategy, New Venture Development.

Mentored students and oversaw academic and administrative responsibilities.

QatarEnergy LNG Doha, Qatar (March 2013 - June, 2019)

Head of Venture Controls – Refinery (Jan 2018 – June 2019):

Led financial management for two refineries; ensured IFRS compliance and fiscal integrity.

Collaborated with SAP system enhancements and process automation.

Directed venture-level budgeting and reporting to shareholders and government agencies.

Led cross-functional reviews of commercial agreements and contract compliance

Advisor Tax, Technical Accounting & Graduate Training (Mar 2016-Dec 2017):

Supported tax law compliance and graduate development programs for Qatari nationals.

Led VAT implementation compliance and reporting frameworks across multiple ventures.

Designed and trained finance teams and senior management on IFRS 9, 15 & 16.

Venture Controller – QG1 (Mar 2013-Feb 2016):

Managed financial operations for QG1 Upstream and Downstream ventures, ensuring accurate reporting under IFRS and PSA frameworks.

Ensured commercial agreements, contracts, and budgets are aligned with fiscal and joint venture agreements.

Ensured smooth execution of external, internal and JV partner audits.

Occidental Petroleum of Qatar Ltd: (Apr 1996 – Feb 2013)

Controller Finance: (June 2009 – Feb 2013)

Directed full-cycle accounting and led controllership functions ensuring GAAP and SOX compliance.

Implemented ERP and payroll automation systems improving accuracy and transparency.

Managed procurement, audit, and reporting functions across multiple divisions.

Negotiated contracts saving US$4.8M/year in insurance and US$4.6M/year in tariffs.

Maintained 99.9% accuracy in cost recovery audits.

Chief Accountant, Senior Financial Analyst & Budget Analyst: (April 1996 – May 2009)

Managed general ledger, project costing, and monthly closing and reporting under US GAAP and PSA frameworks.

Oversaw Oracle R12 modules and implemented automation for improved reporting.

Supported procurement reviews and ensured compliance with corporate and SOX standards.

Prepared budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses for executive management.

Supported audits (internal, SOX, and statutory) and implemented cost control improvements.

Mentored finance teams and led cross-functional training initiatives

Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu July 1992 – Apr 1996

Audit Senior: Accountabilities:

Planned and executed statutory, internal, and tax audits for corporate clients.

Advised clients on internal controls, tax strategy, and compliance.

Led rollout of Deloitte’s audit methodology, improving audit efficiency by 35%.

References available if required

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