Muhammad Khalil
Internal Audit
Summary
Seasoned professional with 20 years of diverse experience, excelling in internal audit, risk management, and team leadership. Proven track record in establishing agile audit functions, enhancing service journeys, and implementing effective risk management strategies. Skilled in policy creation and modernizing mindsets.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Internal Audit
SadaPay
Islamabad
2021.07 - Current
- Established Internal Audit function as per the industry and organizational DNA.
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive audit strategy, aligning the function with the organization's objectives and risk management priorities.
- Conducted internal audits professionally and objectively, in line with industry best practices and the Institute of Internal Auditors' standards, contributing to the enhancement of internal control systems.
- Established policies and procedures based on Agile audit methodology, promoting a culture of compliance and continuous improvement
AVP Quality Engineering & Risk Management
i2c
Lahore
2018.02 - 2021.07
- Developed an agile internal audit function, developed a team to deliver results with a modern mindset.
- Implemented standard guidelines of Enterprise Risk Management and carried out periodic risk management exercises.
- Integrated assurance activities on technology platforms to create synergy, reduce uncertainty and align strategy with risk.
- Enhanced Risk Culture through Kaizen and Whistle-Blowing.
Team Lead-Operations
UK MID-COUNTIES CO-OPERATIVE
Kidlington
2016.02 - 2017.09
- Received employee of the month twice in one year.
- Rendered keen eye for details to carry out customer operations with a keen focus on quality of service and safety, also ensured reconciliations of daily operations to identify and prevent risk of theft and leakages.
SVP/Head Internal Audit & Secretary Audit Committee
U MICROFINANCE BANK LTD.
Islamabad
2013.07 - 2015.05
- Established Internal Audit function with policies and procedures aligned with industry and best practices.
- Coordinated meetings of the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors as its Secretary.
Manager/Head Internal Audit
WI-TRIBE PAKISTAN LIMITED
Islamabad
2010.01 - 2013.06
- Implemented Qatar Telecom (Now Ooredoo) group internal audit policies and practices.
- Carried out inquiries and investigations besides planned internal audit engagements.
AVP/Chief Internal Auditor
ASKARI LEASING LIMITED
Rawalpindi
2009.04 - 2010.01
- Engaged in cross-division collaboration to report to the Audit Committee for all matters related to Internal Audit of company.
- Carried out internal audit activities through out the branch network of the company.
Manager Internal Audit
PAKISTAN TELECOMMUNICATION CO. LTD.
Islamabad
2005.03 - 2009.03
- Established comprehensive Learning & Development processes for the Internal Audit team, effectively transforming a legacy mindset into a progressive, forward-thinking approach. This initiative not only enhanced the team's adaptability to new technologies and methodologies but also significantly improved our audit effectiveness and strategic alignment with global best practices.
- Carried out fraud investigations and special projects besides planned internal audit activities.
Planning Officer
PAKISTAN INTERNATIONAL AIRLINES
Karachi
2003.09 - 2005.02
- Received award for best performance in year 2004.
- Processed payments of invoices for repairs and maintenance carried outside the country.
Education
Certified Internal Auditor -
THE INSTITUTE OF INTERNAL AUDITORS
2005.06 - 2005.08
Certified Information Systems Auditor -
INFORMATION SYSTEMS AUDIT AND CONTROLS ASSOCIATION
2010.01 - 2011.01
MBA - Business Administration And Management
QUAID-I-AZAM UNIVERSITY
Islamabad 2000.06 - 2002.08
Cost And Management Accountant - Accounting And Business Management
INSTITUTE OF COST & MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANTS
Islamabad 2000.01 - 2003.05
Skills
Audit Planning & ExecutionRisk CulturePolicies & Procedures development & ComplianceRisks Assessment & MitigationSystem OptimizationProcess ImprovementDisaster Recovery & Incident ManagementOperations Analysis / Process RedesignInformation SecurityBusiness Continuity PlanningERM
Internal audit procedures
Internal Audit Administration
Process auditing
Teaching And Training Experience
- Quiad-i-Azam University, www.qau.edu.pk, 09/2002, 07/2015
- Comsats Institute of Information Technology, www.comsats.edu.pk, 09/2006, 07/2008
- Postal Recruitment and Training Center, psc.edu.pk, 04/2008, 07/2008
- National Tariff Commission, www.ntc.gov.pk, 03/2006
- Iqra University, www.iqra.edu.pk, 01/2003, 08/2003
Training
- Institute of Communication Technologies, www.ictech.edu.pk, Audit Command Language - Basics, 05/2008
- Institute of Communication Technologies, www.ictech.edu.pk, Electronic File Management System in PTCL, 04/2005
- PIA Training Centre, www.piac.com.pk, Quality Management Systems - ISO 9001-2000, 09/2004
- PIA Training Centre, www.piac.com.pk, Seven Habits of Highly Effective People, 10/2003
- PIA Training Centre, www.piac.com.pk, Trust Building in Organizations, 10/2003
- PIA Training Centre, www.piac.com.pk, PIA Management Training Course, 10/2003
Reading & Hiking.
I like to explore new trails and like to read about business and history.
Work Availability
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Quote
If you are not willing to risk the usual, you will have to settle for the ordinary.
Jim Rohn
Timeline
Head of Internal Audit
SadaPay
2021.07 - Current
AVP Quality Engineering & Risk Management
i2c
2018.02 - 2021.07
Team Lead-Operations
UK MID-COUNTIES CO-OPERATIVE
2016.02 - 2017.09
SVP/Head Internal Audit & Secretary Audit Committee
U MICROFINANCE BANK LTD.
2013.07 - 2015.05
Certified Information Systems Auditor -
INFORMATION SYSTEMS AUDIT AND CONTROLS ASSOCIATION
2010.01 - 2011.01
Manager/Head Internal Audit
WI-TRIBE PAKISTAN LIMITED
2010.01 - 2013.06
AVP/Chief Internal Auditor
ASKARI LEASING LIMITED
2009.04 - 2010.01
Certified Internal Auditor -
THE INSTITUTE OF INTERNAL AUDITORS
2005.06 - 2005.08
Manager Internal Audit
PAKISTAN TELECOMMUNICATION CO. LTD.
2005.03 - 2009.03
Planning Officer
PAKISTAN INTERNATIONAL AIRLINES
2003.09 - 2005.02
MBA - Business Administration And Management
QUAID-I-AZAM UNIVERSITY
2000.06 - 2002.08
Cost And Management Accountant - Accounting And Business Management
INSTITUTE OF COST & MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANTS
2000.01 - 2003.05