Is a finance and audit professional with extensive knowledge and relevant experience in international banking. Based on a profound external audit and consultancy (9 years, Big Four firm) and internal audit (8 years, Bank) background, Moved into the Chief Financial Officer role in a large subsidiary of a Dutch Bank in Saudi Arabia and later in Dubai,(3 years). Continued his career as Chief Financial Officer for an investment bank and private equity firm in Dubai.

Broad understanding of wholesale, corporate, commercial, private and retail banking, treasury, investment banking, private equity.Worked in and set-up complex corporate governance structures (including an investment bank in Saudi Arabia).Extensive experience with M&A subjects (due diligences and acquisition processes).Co-driver of funding initiatives (mezzanine financing) and attracting investors (shareholders and debt providers).In-depth knowledge of systems of financial, operational and internal control.Solid track record in setting-up complete back-offices and internal audit departments.