A seasoned Finance Professional and Fellow Member (FCMA) of the Institute of Cost Accountants of India, with over 25 years of extensive managerial experience across banking, insurance, FMCG, manufacturing, real estate, hospitality, media, and mining sectors. Specialized in UAE VAT and Corporate Tax compliance, advisory, and implementation, delivering practical and strategic tax solutions for both local and multinational companies. Skilled in managing tax matters across nine countries with a strong commitment to operational excellence and strategic financial leadership. Experienced in diverse markets including India, Bahrain, Egypt, Indonesia, Singapore, and the UAE, working with MNCs and family-run enterprises. A former Board Director for publicly listed companies in Egypt, Kenya, and Oman, with comprehensive exposure to multicultural environments and varied management styles. Core expertise spans financial controls, fraud prevention, ERP systems, corporate restructuring, mergers & acquisitions, business planning, and risk management. Successfully served as interim CEO, demonstrating robust commercial and operational leadership. Passionate about people development, executive coaching, and mentoring, fostering a culture of continuous growth and excellence.