Financial Audit Expert
Dubai, United Arab Emirates • tabbio.com/jaberdababneh
Highly skilled & qualified finance professional with over 20 years of experience in EY, Deloitte, & UAEPL looked after many public & non-public entities. Seeking a long-term opportunity to invest my knowledge and experience in promoting organizational growth.
Interpersonal Skills • Time Management Skills • Analytical Skills • Problem-solving skills • Communication skills • HR Technology Proficiency • Data Analysis & Reporting • Change Management • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) • Talent Acquisition & Employer Branding
Spearheaded financial audit processes at UAE Pro League, ensuring compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and AFC Club Licensing Regulations.
Provided training, mentoring, and performance evaluations to audit team members at Deloitte & Touche M.E., fostering a positive learning culture.
UAE Pro League | Full-time | Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Spearheaded financial oversight for Club Licensing (CL) at the UAE Pro League (UAEPL), the official organizer of major football competitions including the ADNOC Pro League and ADIB Cup. Managed relationships with key stakeholders at FIFA, AFC, and UAEFA, ensuring seamless collaboration on financial aspects of professional clubs' participation in the Asian Champions League (ACL) and domestic leagues. Championed the alignment of CL Regulations and Financial Handbook with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and IAASB standards, guaranteeing compliance with AFC Club Licensing Regulations. Annually revised and updated CL regulations, the financial handbook (Arabic and English), and the AFC Club Licensing Administrative System (CLAS) to optimize licensing cycle implementation and facilitate ongoing development. Oversaw the work quality of 14 finance managers across professional football clubs during each licensing season, ensuring adherence to rigorous standards. Conducted timely assessments of financial criteria, proactively addressed potential issues, and provided comprehensive reports to UAEPL management, contributing to the smooth and efficient licensing process.
Deloitte & Touche M.E. | Full-time | Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
Led and managed comprehensive audit engagements for diverse clients across various sectors including education, manufacturing, retail, real estate, automotive, and financial services, ensuring adherence to Deloitte's rigorous quality and risk management standards. Leveraged expertise in financial analysis, reporting, and internal control to deliver insightful recommendations and drive business process improvements. Proactively managed all phases of the audit lifecycle, from strategic planning and risk assessment to control testing and reporting, consistently delivering high-quality results. Successfully led and mentored large, diverse audit teams, improving team performance and reducing turnover through targeted training, on-site presence, and proactive team-building initiatives. Streamlined audit processes and enhanced client communication by serving as the primary point of contact, effectively managing expectations and resolving issues in real-time. Improved the effectiveness of internal controls by drafting comprehensive audit reports with actionable recommendations. Verified implementation of corrective actions, ensuring elimination of repeat audit findings. Managed engagement financials, including staffing optimization and fee tracking, ensuring projects remained on time and within budget. Enhanced examination processes through clear and proactive communication among client executives, team members, local management, and stakeholders, providing transparency on project status, risks, and proposed solutions.
Ernst & Young M.E. | Full-time | Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Led the development and implementation of risk-based audit strategies and plans, resulting in a 15% increase in audit efficiency. Conducted comprehensive audits to evaluate internal controls, operational efficiency, and compliance with regulations. Leveraged data visualization techniques to improve audit planning, risk assessment, and sampling methodologies, leading to a 10% reduction in unnecessary testing. Executed and reviewed complex audit procedures, directing diverse teams on large client engagements. Collaborated with client management to identify key controls and communicated testing results and recommendations, leading to improved control environments. Fostered a positive learning culture by coaching and mentoring junior team members, contributing to their professional development and increased team performance. Cultivated strong internal relationships within assurance and across service lines, and fostered productive client relationships. Provided clients with strategic advice on control improvements to mitigate identified risks. Proactively communicated audit progress, potential issues, and key risks to stakeholders, ensuring timely decision-making.
Yarmouk University Jordan - Irbed
GPA: Very Good (GPA 78.5%)
The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
Strategic Professional Certificate (Oct 2020) Advanced Diploma in Accounting and Business (Apr 2016) Diploma in Accounting and Business certificate (Jan 2015)