MUHAMMAD AMEEN

• Lead the full internal audit cycle — annual risk assessment, audit planning, fieldwork, and reporting — across multiple business units/entities, operating with minimal supervision and managing concurrent engagements.

• Act as audit lead, directly supervising teams of 5–8 auditors and reviewing workpapers to ensure compliance with IIA International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing and internal audit methodology.

• Develop risk-based audit plans and engagement strategies aligned with the organization's risk universe; proactively identify emerging risks and control gaps in collaboration with the Head of Internal Audit and Audit Committee.

• Maintained productive relationships with senior management and process owners; assessed stakeholder satisfaction and resolved complex process, compliance, and internal control matters.

• Reviewed and finalized audit reports, control assessments, and management letters; delivered clear, actionable findings and recommendations for Audit Committee presentation.

• Leverage CaseWare/audit management software, Power BI dashboards, and SQL-based data analytics to enhance audit coverage, strengthen internal controls, and improve engagement turnaround times.

• Delivered insights on control weaknesses, process inefficiencies, and operational risks, fostering a proactive, risk-aware audit function.

• Monitor audit progress against the annual plan; track issue remediation, follow up on management action plans, and coordinate timelines with the Head of Internal Audit and Audit Committee.

• Led engagement teams through planning, fieldwork, and completion for internal audits across banking, insurance, and energy sector business units, addressing key operational, financial, and compliance risks.
• Reviewed audit files prepared by associates for compliance with IIA Standards and regulatory requirements; identified issues and proposed actionable solutions to Audit Manager.
• Mentored and coached junior associates, delivering structured feedback and fostering professional development aligned with internal audit standards.
• Assisted managers in scheduling engagements and coordinating stakeholder timelines to ensure timely delivery of high-quality audit results.

• Executed tests of controls and substantive procedures to assess compliance and risk management across insurance, energy, and manufacturing sectors.
• Prepared detailed audit documentation providing sufficient and appropriate basis for audit conclusions in line with IIA Standards and internal audit methodology.
• Maintained professional scepticism during engagements and promptly escalated significant findings to supervisors, ensuring timely resolution.

• Prepared financial statements in accordance with IFRS and conducted audit procedures aligned with ISA and firm methodology to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Led audit planning and execution for diverse client portfolios, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
• Mentored junior associates, enhancing team performance and knowledge in auditing practices.
• Conducted detailed financial analysis to identify discrepancies and recommend corrective actions.