FAHD MOHAMMED SULEMAN

CPA CMA CIA

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Trust Worthy

Trusted for our unwavering integrity and commitment to building lasting financial confidence.

Experienced

Experienced professionals delivering dependable financial solutions for your financial success.

Professional

A professional chartered accountant delivering precise and dependable financial services with excellence.

Professional Summary

Strategic, execution-focused Finance Executive with over 20 years of progressive leadership across finance transformation, ERP implementation, governance, and compliance in Saudi Arabia. Globally certified (CPA, CMA, CIA), with proven experience in scaling finance operations, optimizing cash flow, and developing high-performing finance teams across diverse industries—including engineering, consulting, hospitality, real estate, healthcare, and manufacturing.

A trusted CFO and business partner with deep knowledge of IFRS, GAAP, VAT, and regulatory frameworks, and hands-on expertise in bookkeeping, financial modeling, and ERP systems (Zoho Books, Odoo, MS Dynamics AX). Adept at aligning finance with organizational strategy to drive sustainable growth and operational efficiency.

Career Path

January 2001 – Present
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Expertise in Technology

Experience in ERP implementation and financial modeling.

User of Advanced Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.

Financial Modeling,  Budgeting, and variance analysis.

Pursuing training in emerging technologies such as RPA (Robotic Process Automation), Blockchain, AI, and Big Data to support future digital finance transformation

Key Achievements

financial operations

Led organizations with revenue exceeding SAR 500M, driving sustainable growth and compliance.

Cash Flow & Treasury

Improved cash flow systems and treasury controls, leading to better use of company funds and a 25% increase in available cash for operations.

Improved

Internal controls and governance, enhancing risk mitigation and audit readiness.

Optimized company-wide

Budgeting and reporting workflows, cutting monthly reporting time by 40% and contributing to cost reductions.

Team Development

Trained and mentored finance staff across multiple organizations, resulting in the promotion of several team members into senior finance roles.

System implemented

Led ERP system optimization and implementation.

Audit & Governance

Collaborated closely with Big 4 external auditors, ensuring strong internal controls, timely reporting, and compliance with IFRS and local regulations.

Executive Dashboards

Designed and implemented financial dashboards and performance reports for the CEO and key stakeholders, enabling faster and data-driven decision-making.

Successfully led

The implementation of Value Added Tax (VAT) across multiple startup companies.

Led the development

Implementation of Authority Matrices and Accounting Policies and Procedures across multiple organizations.

Streamlined Financial

Processes and improved KPI monitoring.

Educational & Professional Certifications

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Guam Board of Accountancy AICPA – USA, 2020

Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)

Institute of Internal Auditors IIA  USA, 2010

Certified Management Accountant (CMA)

Institute of Management Accountants, IMA – USA, 2008

Bachelor of Commerce

University of Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan, 1998

MEMBERSHIPS

Member of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) since February 2009

Member of the Institute of Management Accountants (IMA) since April 2004

Member of the Guam Board of Accountancy since February 2020