Karim Ibrahim
Experienced Auditor | Finance Transformation Consultant| ACCA in Progress
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Summary
Auditor and finance professional with over 7 years of experience in external auditing, financial reporting, and governmental accounting. Skilled in applying IFRS,and IPSAS standards to deliver accurate and compliant financial statements. Proven track record of auditing high-profile government entities and private sector clients, improving reporting processes, and ensuring adherence to international best practices.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Finance Transformation Consultant - Auditor
Abdulrahman Al-Shabishiri, Chartered Accountants & Auditors
05.2024 - Current
- Managed bookkeeping and financial reporting for major governmental clients, including Holy Makkah Municipality and Jeddah Development Authority.
- Recorded accounting transactions on an accrual basis, ensuring compliance with IPSAS.
- Prepared and updated PPE registers, improving asset tracking efficiency.
- Produced monthly and quarterly financial reports, supporting decision-making for senior management.
- Supported accrual accounting transition by recording POs and invoices, and generating IPSAS-compliant financial reports via the national transformation platform.
- Executed end-to-end audit engagements for corporate clients, from planning and fieldwork to reporting, leveraging the Audit 1 platform to streamline audit processes.
Experienced Associate Auditor
BDO Dr. Mohamed Al-Amri & Co
11.2023 - 05.2024
- Conducted audits for clients across multiple sectors, ensuring compliance with IFRS and SOCPA.
- Performed substantive testing, control evaluations, and audit documentation.
- Participated in audit planning, identifying risks, and designing audit procedures.
Senior Auditor
Alsaleh, Alzoman & Alfahad CPA
03.2021 - 05.2023
- Prepared analytical review procedures, internal control examinations, and substantive audits.
- Drafted financial statements, notes, disclosures, and consolidated financial statements.
- Contributed to management letters and evaluated internal control systems.
- Proposed adjusting journal entries and discussed audit findings with clients.
- Developed audit programs and working papers for engagement team review.
- Conducted comprehensive financial audits to identify material misstatements.
- Reported issues to engagement managers/partners promptly.
Associate Auditor
Forvis Mazars Mostafa Shawki
03.2018 - 12.2020
- Reviewed financial statements (balance sheets, income statements).
- Evaluated accounting procedures to ensure compliance.
- Checked records for accuracy and completeness.
- Identified potential issues requiring further investigation.
Education
Cairo University
Faculty Of CommerceSkills
- Risk Assessment & Internal Control Testing
- IFRS, & IPSAS Compliance
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
- Audit 1 (Audit Management Software)
- Strong Analytical & Communication Skills
Certification
IFRS Diploma – ACCA, Dec 2019
Timeline
Finance Transformation Consultant - Auditor
Abdulrahman Al-Shabishiri, Chartered Accountants & Auditors
05.2024 - Current
Experienced Associate Auditor
BDO Dr. Mohamed Al-Amri & Co
11.2023 - 05.2024
Senior Auditor
Alsaleh, Alzoman & Alfahad CPA
03.2021 - 05.2023
Associate Auditor
Forvis Mazars Mostafa Shawki
03.2018 - 12.2020
Cairo University
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