Reesha Ibrahim
Desa Petalling
Summary
Entrepreneurial professional with several years of experience and successful career in planning, developing, and executing events and initiatives to achieve maximum potential. Creative and highly strategic with excellent leadership and client relations abilities. Professional and outgoing with success in building relationships and attracting new clients.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Risk Officer
Island Aviation Services Limited
09.2024 - 09.2025
- Developed risk management framework
- Analyzed regulatory compliance across all aviation services.
- Implemented risk assessment processes for safety protocols.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to address emerging risks in aviation.
- Facilitated training sessions on risk awareness and mitigation strategies.
- Established communication channels for reporting and addressing risks promptly.
- Conducted risk assessments and recommended changes to enhance health, safety, security and environmental facets of different products.
- Participated in board meetings as an advisor on matters relating to risk management.
- Ensured accuracy of financial reporting by performing regular reviews of accounting records.
Risk & Compliance Manager
Maldives Ports Limited
Male'
08.2021 - 08.2024
- Conducted audits to ensure adherence to internal compliance protocols.
- Coordinated training sessions for staff on compliance and safety regulations.
- Implemented risk assessment strategies to identify compliance gaps.
- Monitored changes in laws affecting port operations and updated policies accordingly.
- Prepared reports detailing compliance findings and recommendations for improvements.
- Developed and implemented policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, standards, and best practices.
- Ensured effective communication of changes in regulations or policies throughout the organization.
- Provided guidance on complex regulatory issues to senior management and other departments.
- Created reports outlining compliance activities for executive leadership review.
- Performed research on current industry trends and developments in order to remain up-to-date on best practices.
Senior Internal Auditor
Maldives Ports Limited
08.2019 - 08.2021
- Evaluated internal controls and compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Developed audit plans aligned with organizational goals and risk assessments.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure effective audit processes.
- Prepared detailed reports on audit findings for management review.
- Mentored junior auditors in auditing techniques and best practices.
- Recommended process improvements based on audit observations and insights.
- Assisted in the development of internal policies and procedures for compliance.
- Provided guidance on technical accounting matters such as revenue recognition, inventory costing.
- Participated in cross-functional teams focused on developing strategies for improving existing processes or implementing new ones.
- Developed effective working relationships with all levels within the organization to facilitate communication between departments.
- Monitored status of identified issues, ensuring timely completion of corrective actions taken by management.
Senior Finance Officer
Obeyra Private Limited
Male'
01.2015 - 08.2021
- Financial Management: Overseeing financial transactions, budgeting, and financial reporting.
- Account Reconciliation: Ensuring accuracy and reconciliation of financial records and accounts.
- Supervision: Leading and supervising accounting staff, providing guidance and support.
- Audit Preparation: Preparing for internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with financial regulations.
- Financial Analysis: Conducting analysis of financial data, trends, and performance to inform decision-making.
- Risk Management: Identifying and mitigating financial risks, implementing internal controls.
- Policy Compliance: Ensuring adherence to financial policies, procedures, and relevant regulations.
- Reporting: Generating financial reports and statements for management and stakeholders.
- Vendor Management: Managing relationships with vendors, negotiating contracts, and ensuring timely payments.
Research Analyst
Spire Research and Consulting Sdn Bhd
02.2019 - 07.2019
- Literature Review: Conducting a thorough review of existing literature related to the research topic.
- Data Collection: Assisting in the collection of relevant data through surveys, interviews, experiments, or document analysis.
- Data Analysis: Helping with the analysis of collected data using appropriate statistical or qualitative methods.
- Documentation: Maintaining accurate and organized records of research procedures, data, and findings.
- Research Design: Contributing to the development of research methodologies and experimental designs.
- Assisting in Experiments: Participating in experiments, observations, or fieldwork as required by the research project.
- Writing Reports: Drafting reports or summaries of research findings, contributing to research papers, and preparing presentations.
- Adherence to Ethical Guidelines: Ensuring compliance with ethical guidelines and standards in research practices.
Intern
KPMG
Male'
01.2012 - 12.2012
- Advisory of Sales, inventory, cash counts and credit review in trading sector.
Education
Ph.D. - Management
Asia Pacic University
01-2029
Masters in Business Administration -
MI College
Male', Maldives12.2023
Diploma in Shariah and Law -
Villa College
Male', Maldives08.2022
International Certicate in Enterprise Risk Management -
Institute of Risk Management
01.2022
ACCA -
ACCA
02.2021
Bachelor of Accounting and Finance -
Inti International University
Malaysia05.2019
BSc (Hons) - Marketing
Sunway University
Malaysia08.2016
Skills
- Self-motivated
- Team player
- Organizational skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Training
- Mentoring
- Public speaking
- Presentation skills
- Problem-solving
- Leadership
Accomplishments
- Executive Risk Committee Secretary - MPL
- Safety and Security Committee Member - MPL
- Policy Review Committee Member - MPL
- Raising Star Award - 2023
- Hosted Enterprise Risk Management Forum - 2022
Languages
- Hindi
- Hanguk-eo
- Dhivehi
- English, Advanced
- Hindi, Elementary
- Hanguk-eo, Intermediate
- Dhivehi, Native
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 12/18/94
- Nationality: Maldivian
Projects
Enterprise Risk Management Forum 2022 Enterprise Risk Management Forum 2023 Risk Management Framework & Policy of MPL Business Continuity Plan & Disaster Recovery Plan - Policy Fraud Control Policy
Risk Management Framework & Policy - Island Aviation Services Limited
Certifications Courses
- Certified Master in Enterprise Risk Management
- Port Safety Forum
- Professional Training on Coaching, Counselling and Mentoring
- ERM Forum 2023
- Introduction to Enterprise Risk Management
- ERM Forum 2022
- Train The Training
- Writing Policies and Effective Procedure Training
Timeline
Chief Risk Officer
Island Aviation Services Limited
09.2024 - 09.2025
Risk & Compliance Manager
Maldives Ports Limited
08.2021 - 08.2024
Senior Internal Auditor
Maldives Ports Limited
08.2019 - 08.2021
Research Analyst
Spire Research and Consulting Sdn Bhd
02.2019 - 07.2019
Senior Finance Officer
Obeyra Private Limited
01.2015 - 08.2021
Intern
KPMG
01.2012 - 12.2012
Ph.D. - Management
Asia Pacic University
Masters in Business Administration -
MI College
Diploma in Shariah and Law -
Villa College
International Certicate in Enterprise Risk Management -
Institute of Risk Management
ACCA -
ACCA
Bachelor of Accounting and Finance -
Inti International University
BSc (Hons) - Marketing
Sunway University