Muhammad Waseem Idrees
H. No. 26, Street No. 17, River Gardens Housing Society, Expressway,Islamabad
Summary
Government audit professional with over 18 years of experience in audit risk management and compliance review within public-sector and regulatory authorities. Expertise in providing independent assurance on governance, risk management, and internal control frameworks according to best practices. Proficient in managing the full audit cycle, including planning, execution, supervision, and reporting, with a focus on evidence-based reporting and risk ratings. Holds certifications in CISA (USA), forensic audit (CIPFA UK), and PIPFA Pakistan.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Audit Officer (Internal Audit) – on Deputation
Establishment Division
Islamabad, Pakistan
03.2026 - Current
- Oversee internal audit engagements for the Establishment Division, including planning, execution, supervision, and reporting.
- Provide independent assurance on governance, risk management, and internal control frameworks.
- Review compliance with approved policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements applicable to federal secretariats.
- Developed audit plans and schedules in line with organisational priorities.
- Reviewed working papers for sufficient documentation to successfully complete audit scope and objectives.
- Analysed financial statements and records for accuracy, compliance, and potential fraud.
- Prepare evidence-based audit reports with findings, observations, risk ratings, and actionable recommendations for senior management.
- Track, monitor, and follow up on corrective and remedial actions; report progress to management and oversight bodies.
- Apply public-sector governance frameworks (Pakistan) and interact with senior leadership.
- Analysed operational procedures to identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements.
- Built and maintained strong working relationships with senior management, gaining confidence of people at all levels.
- Led comprehensive internal audits across various departments to identify risk areas and recommend improvements.
ASSISTANT AUDIT OFFICER
Director General Audit Defence Services
Rawalpindi, Pakistan
03.2017 - 03.2026
- Conducted financial, compliance, and performance audits of federal public-sector entities.
- Assessed adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, identifying weaknesses and recommending improvements.
- Prepared audit reports with findings and risk-based recommendations for the Departmental Accounts Committee (DAC).
- Analysed financial data extensively to identify discrepancies, fraud, and inefficiencies, enhancing organisational accountability.
- Led audit teams in fieldwork, coordinating tasks and managing timelines to meet strict deadlines.
- Employed analytical skills to dissect complex financial records, uncovering hidden risks and opportunities.
- Implemented best practice audit methodologies, raising the standard of audit procedures and outcomes.
- Utilised advanced auditing software and tools for accurate data analysis and reporting.
- Presented audit outcomes to senior management and board members, providing strategic insights for decision-making.
SENIOR AUDITOR
Director General Audit Defence Services
Rawalpindi, Pakistan
09.2006 - 03.2017
- Performed audit fieldwork, tests of controls, and substantive procedures for public-sector audits.
- Assisted in preparation of draft audit paras and compliance reviews.
- Conducted thorough reviews of internal controls, recommending enhancements to mitigate risks and improve processes.
Education
MBA - Finance
AIOU
Islamabad01-2009
Skills
- ACL (Audit Command Language)
- Qlik Sense
- Power BI
- IS Audit Tools
- Advance Excel
- Risk assessment
- Compliance auditing
- Internal controls
- Financial analysis
- Audit reporting
- Analytical thinking
- Team leadership
- Audit methodologies
- Data analysis
- Teamwork
- Report-writing
Certification
- CISA (USA), Certified Information Systems Auditor
- Forensic Audit, CIPFA (UK)
- PIPFA, Pakistan Institute of Public Finance Accountants
- Diploma in IPSAS, International Public Sector Accounting Standards – CIPFA (UK)
Custom Section
PIPFA, Member
Websites, Portfolios and Profiles
[LinkedIn URL]
Languages
English
Upper Intermediate
B2
Urdu
Proficient
C2
Hobbies and interests
- Data Analysis
- Cybersecurity
- Play Cricket
Accomplishments
- Detected Rs. 900 million in fake payments of Pay & Allowances, using the ACL tool.
- Detected fraudulent pension payments of Rs. 20 million using data analysis tools (Qlik Sense).
- Detected different discrepancies in DSOP / GP Fund using the ACL Tool.
Timeline
Audit Officer (Internal Audit) – on Deputation
Establishment Division
03.2026 - Current
ASSISTANT AUDIT OFFICER
Director General Audit Defence Services
03.2017 - 03.2026
SENIOR AUDITOR
Director General Audit Defence Services
09.2006 - 03.2017
MBA - Finance
AIOU