Shahid Ahmed Barijo

Shahid Ahmed Barijo has a wide range of work experience in the field of internal audit. Shahid Ahmed most recently served as the Group Head of Internal Audit at FINTX starting in September 2022. Prior to this, they held the position of Head of Internal Audit at Wall Street Exchange and Instant Cash, where they were responsible for preparing audit charters and manuals, performing risk assessments, ensuring compliance with internal and external requirements, and supervising and developing team members.

Before joining Wall Street Exchange and Instant Cash, Shahid worked as the Head of Internal Audit at Al Rostamani International Exchange from 2018 to 2020, where they conducted financial and operational audits and identified and prioritized areas of risk. Shahid Ahmed also gained experience as an Assistant Manager Internal Audit at Al Rostamani Group and as a Senior Internal Auditor at Bukhatir Group and Grand Stores LLC, where they worked on various engagements and assignments.

Shahid's early career included roles at Al Ghaith & Co - Public Accountants and Deloitte, where they served as a Senior Auditor and Auditor, respectively. At these firms, they conducted both internal and external audits for a range of clients, gaining experience in planning, execution, and review of audits.

Overall, Shahid Ahmed Barijo has a strong background in internal audit, with experience at various levels and across multiple industries.

Shahid Ahmed Barijo has a diverse education history with a focus on accounting and auditing. Shahid Ahmed obtained their CIA (Certified Internal Auditor) degree from IIA-USA in 2018. In 2016, they earned the UAECA (Chartered Accountant) degree from UAE Academy. During 2010-2012, they pursued a degree from the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), specializing in accounting, auditing, financial management, and financial reporting. Prior to that, from 2006 to 2008, they attended Karachi University and completed their B.Com (Bachelor of Commerce) degree, which covered subjects such as economics, accounting, and auditing. Additionally, they hold several certifications, including Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) from the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) in 2021 and ACCA certification from ACCA in 2011. Barijo also participated in various training programs, such as "20 Nano Tips for Maximizing Excel with Mike Tholfsen" from LinkedIn in 2023.