Ahmed Yasen Jifri is a Certified Public Accountant accredited by the Saudi Organization for Chartered and Professional Accountants (SOCPA) and holds the ACCA Diploma in International Financial Reporting (DipIFR). He brings over a decade of professional experience in audit and assurance, supporting clients across Saudi Arabia with robust financial reporting and regulatory compliance solutions.
Since joining KPMG Professional Services in Jeddah in 2015, Ahmed has advanced through multiple leadership roles, being appointed Associate Director in October 2024. He has successfully led audit engagements across a broad range of industries, including financial services, asset management, real estate, hospitality, and retail/consumer sectors. His expertise covers digital audit, IFRS-based reporting, internal controls, and audit quality management.
In his current capacity, Ahmed oversees multiple engagement teams, ensuring high-quality audit delivery, professional objectivity, and adherence to regulatory standards. He provides clients with actionable insights into accounting and financial reporting matters, helping them navigate complex compliance landscapes. A strong advocate of talent development and innovation, Ahmed also integrates data analytics and technology-driven solutions to enhance audit efficiency and deliver measurable value to clients.
- Certified Public Accountant (SOCPA) – June 2017
- ACCA Diploma in International Financial Reporting (DipIFR) – January 2019
- STEP Advanced Certificate in Advising the Family Business (CLTI) - February 2022
- Leadership Communication with Impact (Insead) – August 2022
- STEP Advanced Certificate in Family Business Governance (CLTI) - February 2024
- Local Content Certified Auditor – October 2023
- Bachelor of Science in Accountancy, Northern Arizona University, USA – May 2015
- Certificate in Corporate Financial Management, Northern Arizona University, USA – May 2015
