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Ali Hussain Al Lawati

Senior Financial Auditor
Al-khuwair

Summary

Detail-oriented Financial Auditor with a background in auditing Skilled in evaluating internal controls, ensuring regulatory compliance, and identifying financial discrepancies. Adept at conducting thorough audits, mitigating risks, and enhancing financial accuracy. Known for strong analytical skills, integrity, and the ability to work collaboratively in dynamic environments

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications

Work History

Senior Financial Auditor

Bank Dhofar
01.2025 - Current
  • Lead audits of financial and operational departments, conducting risk-based assessments and process walk throughs to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.
  • Execute the annual audit plan, ensuring a structured, timely, and effective approach to audit activities.
  • Perform in-depth risk assessments to identify high-priority areas and allocate audit resources effectively.
  • Identify accounting errors, control deficiencies, and areas of financial risk, delivering actionable recommendations to strengthen internal controls and enhance reporting accuracy
  • Monitor and follow up on the implementation of audit recommendations, ensuring corrective actions are effectively applied and sustained.
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of audit methodologies by adopting data analytics.

Financial Auditor

Bank Dhofar
01.2023 - 12.2024
  • Perform internal audits of financial and operational processes, developing risk assessments and conducting walkthroughs to evaluate compliance with documented policies and procedures.
  • Review and assess risks, test internal controls, and verify compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Evaluate adherence to laws and regulations, mitigating potential risks and safeguarding the organization’s reputation.
  • Assess internal control systems through detailed risk assessments and recommend practical improvements to enhance efficiency and compliance.
  • Stay current with industry trends and emerging risks to ensure the audit approach and methodology remain relevant and effective

Ruwad Program

Bank Dhofar
05.2022 - 12.2022
  • Gained exposure to key banking functions, including retail banking, corporate banking, risk management, and compliance.
  • Participated in cross-functional rotations to develop a holistic understanding of branch and head office operations.

Governance and Compliance Officer

be'ah
03.2022 - 05.2022
  • Ensuring that company comply with laws and regulations.
  • Assist and review internal policies , procedures , guidelines and practices.
  • Conduct compliance reviews and analysis.
  • Assist in preparing draft reports.

Trainee

Sohar International
07.2021 - 09.2021

Internship was in three different departments:

1- Customer Services:

- Distributing updating forms.

- Opening new accounts.

- Giving ATM card and Cheques books to customers.

- Receiving cheques.

2- Debt collection Department:

- Solving customer problems.

- Follow up with pending issues.

- Reviewing monthly reports of classification.

- Reviewing and checking customers documents.

3- Wealth management:

- Opening wealth accounts for customers.

- Knew the different types of investments like: mutual funds , bonds and stocks.

Trainee

Bank Muscat
08.2019 - 08.2019

Customer Service:

- Cash management.

- Opening new account.

- Application of loan.

- Giving customers ATM Cards and cheque books.

- Solving customer problems.

Education

Bachelor's in Business Studies - Accounting

University of Technology And Applied Science
Oman, Muscat.
09.2016 - 12.2021

Skills

Analytical and Critical Thinking

Interpersonal Communication

Microsoft

Strengths

  • Process Improvement: Focused on identifying inefficiencies and optimizing operations.
  • Collaboration: Effective in working with teams to streamline audit processes.
  • Risk Assessment: Proficient in evaluating operational and financial risks to maintain integrity.

Certification

Certified Anti Money Laundry Specialist (ACAMS)

Timeline

Certified Anti Money Laundry Specialist (ACAMS)

05-2025

Senior Financial Auditor

Bank Dhofar
01.2025 - Current

Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)

09-2024

Financial Auditor

Bank Dhofar
01.2023 - 12.2024

Ruwad Program

Bank Dhofar
05.2022 - 12.2022

Governance and Compliance Officer

be'ah
03.2022 - 05.2022

Trainee

Sohar International
07.2021 - 09.2021

Trainee

Bank Muscat
08.2019 - 08.2019

Bachelor's in Business Studies - Accounting

University of Technology And Applied Science
09.2016 - 12.2021
Ali Hussain Al LawatiSenior Financial Auditor