Abdul Rehman Merchant

Abdul Rehman Merchant has a diverse work experience spanning several companies and roles. Abdul Rehman began their career as an Industrial Trainee at Mafatlal Fine Industries in Mumbai, India, where they gained experience in budgeting, financial statements preparation, and internal audits. Abdul Rehman then worked as a Senior Auditor at A. F Ferguson & Co. in Mumbai, India, conducting external audits for prominent companies such as Tata Motors and Tata Steel.

Merchant then moved to Yusuf Bin Ahmed Kanoo Company Ltd in Saudi Arabia, where they held the position of Internal Audit Manager. In this role, they conducted independent reviews of accounting and operating controls, ensured compliance with accounting policies, and provided recommendations for cost reductions. Abdul Rehman later became the Chief Finance Manager at Yusuf Bin Ahmed Kanoo Company Limited, overseeing the day-to-day operations of the finance, accounts, and treasury department.

Abdul Rehman'smost recent role was as the Group Chief Internal Auditor at Middle East Paper Company (MEPCO). Abdul Rehman was responsible for evaluating the company's risk management, internal control, and corporate governance processes, as well as identifying and mitigating risks.

Abdul Rehman Merchant's work experience showcases their expertise in auditing, finance management, and internal controls across various industries and functions.

Abdul Rehman Merchant has a diverse education history. Abdul Rehman attended ST MARY'S SCHOOL (ISC) MUMBAI, INDIA from 1962 to 1972 and earned an Indian Certificate of Secondary Education (ICSE). Abdul Rehman then pursued their Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) degree in Accounting & Auditing at the University of Mumbai from 1973 to 1977. Later, from 1977 to 1980, they went on to the INSTITUTE OF CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS OF INDIA, where they achieved the degree of Fellow, Chartered Accountant in the field of Accounting and Finance.