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It Internal Audit Knowledge Transfer
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Nada Mustafa Riad

Cairo

Summary

Internal Audit Director with 15+ years in financial services, specializing in risk management and internal controls. Proven track record in leading audit teams and formulating strategic plans to improve compliance and operational efficiency. Successfully managed complex audits, delivering actionable insights that drive organizational improvement.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Internal Audit Director

EFG Holding
03.2025 - Current
  • Develop the annual risk-based audit plan and present in alignment with organizational objectives and risk priorities
  • Design, implement, and continuously enhance internal audit policies, procedures, and frameworks.
  • Lead audit planning activities and oversee the successful delivery of high-quality audit engagements.
  • Oversee complex audit engagements, offering strategic insights and recommendations.
  • Ensure the integrity of financial records, including verification of assets, liabilities, expenditures, and related transactions.
  • Ensure robust internal control systems are in place and support process improvement across the organization.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of audit standards and regulatory requirements
  • Provided coaching to junior team members and supported professional development initiatives.
  • Participated in fraud investigations and investigate anomalies or irregularities in business records and operations to identify root causes and areas of concern.
  • Recommend corrective actions and process improvements to mitigate risk and enhance control environments.

Internal Auditor - Internal Audit Manager

EFG Hermes Holding
02.2012 - 02.2025

Brokerage Analyst

EFG Hermes Securities
07.2010 - 01.2012

Enterprise Banking - SME's

Crédit Agricole Egypt
11.2008 - 06.2010

Junior Auditor & Assurance services

Grant Thornton International
08.2008 - 11.2008

Education

Bachelor of Accounting -

Modern Science And Arts University (MSA)
01.2008

Thanawe ya Amma -

Cleopatra Language School
01.2004

Skills

  • Strategic goal setting
  • Risk assessment and internal controls
  • Leadership and mentoring
  • Decision-making under pressure
  • Accountability and integrity
  • Results-driven professional
  • Written and verbal communication
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Advanced Microsoft Office skills
  • Familiarity with audit software

Certification

  • Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) - Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA), passed Parts I and II, scheduled to take Part III in May 2025
  • Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), completed CISA training course, preparing for certification exam

Accomplishments

  • Implemented and Utilized TeamMate Audit Software: Optimized audit workflows, improving efficiency in planning, execution, and reporting.
  • Audited ISO 27001 Implementation: Led audit to ensure compliance with ISO 27001 standards, contributing to robust information security management systems and enhancing organizational data protection.

It Internal Audit Knowledge Transfer

Engaged in knowledge transfer sessions during outsourced IT audits, focusing on IT audit frameworks, risk assessments, and enhancing control environments. 

Ernst & Young (EY), 2022

  • PwC, 2008
  • Ernst & Young, 2022

Special Skills

  • Strong ability to set and achieve goals while maintaining high performance under pressure.
  • Highly responsible, diligent, and committed to delivering results.
  • Self-motivated team player with confidence, adaptability, and a strong sense of commitment.
  • Capable of thriving in fast-paced, dynamic environments, contributing effectively to interactive, results-driven teams.

Professional Development

EFG Holding - The Academy Programs

  • Emerging Leaders II – Hult Ashridge Executive Education - Dec 2024
  • Emerging Leaders I - Ken Blanchard- Problem Solving – Nov 2022
  • Emerging Leaders I - Ken Blanchard - Coaching Essentials & Building Trust – Oct 2020
  • Emerging Leaders I - Ken Blanchard - Blanchard Management Essentials – Nov 2018

Training & Workshop

  • AI Workshop - Monta AI - February 2025
  • Courageous Conversations Workshop- December 2023
  • First Aid and CPR Training - January 2023
  • The Professional Public Speaking - Yasmine El Baz - May 2021
  • Sukuk Course - Financial Services Institute (FSI) - June 2020
  • Securitization Course - Financial Services Institute (FSI) - June 2020
  • Effective Controls and Processes - Financial Services Institute (FSI) - December 2019
  • IFRS Training - 2019
  • High Impact Presentations - Dale Carnegie Training - July 2019
  • Structured Products - February 2018
  • Effective Report Writing - Informa - May 2015
  • Effective Report Writing and Communication Skills for Auditors - October 2015
  • Business Writing - Kalimat - December 2013
  • Bonds and Fixed Income Markets Course - March 2011
  • Electronic E-commodities and international equity markets - Modern Science and Arts (MSA) - 2007

Annual Compliance Courses

  • Fraud Prevention
  • Financial Crime
  • Information Security
  • GDPR Compliance
  • Introduction to ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance)

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 15 May 1986
  • Nationality: Egyptian
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Place of Birth: Cairo, Egypt

Timeline

Internal Audit Director

EFG Holding
03.2025 - Current

Internal Auditor - Internal Audit Manager

EFG Hermes Holding
02.2012 - 02.2025

Brokerage Analyst

EFG Hermes Securities
07.2010 - 01.2012

Enterprise Banking - SME's

Crédit Agricole Egypt
11.2008 - 06.2010

Junior Auditor & Assurance services

Grant Thornton International
08.2008 - 11.2008

Bachelor of Accounting -

Modern Science And Arts University (MSA)

Thanawe ya Amma -

Cleopatra Language School

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