Umer Mahmood

Umer Mahmood, FCCA, CPA, currently holds the position of Senior Manager, Finance - EMEA at Kognitiv Corporation, specializing in designing and managing loyalty programs using data-driven technology. Prior to this, Umer served as Group Financial Controller at Lyve Global, where responsibilities included overseeing digital solutions for business logistics. Umer's professional background includes experience as Finance Manager - MENA at UHY International, managing audits and regulatory reporting, and several roles at EY, progressing from Audit Associate to Audit Senior 2, focusing on sectors such as real estate and hospitality. Umer began a career at Kreston Menon, completing ACCA training. Educational qualifications include a BSc (Hons) in Applied Accounting from Oxford Brookes University, and certifications as a Certified Internal Auditor and UAE Chartered Accountant.