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Abdullah is an experienced audit and advisory professional with over 20 years of international experience at leading global firms, including PwC and Ernst & Young. He brings deep technical expertise and strategic insight to complex engagements.

He leads multi-jurisdictional audits and advisory projects, manages client relationships, and ensures alignment with global standards. Abdullah’s expertise includes risk-based audits, IFRS implementation, consolidation audits, and agreed-upon procedures across sectors such as construction, professional services, trading, healthcare, and manufacturing.

Fluent in Arabic and English, he also mentors staff and supports internal training initiatives.

Qualifications

B. Commerce (double major) in Management and Finance from St. Mary’s University in Canada
Masters in Business Administration from the United States
Certificate in International Financial Reporting (ACCA)
Certificate in International Auditing (ACCA

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