Michael Farah

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About Michael Farah

A seasoned c-suite executive, offering 22+ years of rich experience in directing finance operations, internal and external auditing functions for multinational businesses across diverse sectors. Mastered leading internal and external audit engagements, developing and implementing audit plans and driving controls effectiveness over both business processes and financial reporting processes. Championed providing strong financial leadership and controllership- enforced best practices in all policies and processes, accelerated continuous improvement efforts while ensuring internal controls and compliance requirements are met. Proficient in business continuity planning, assessing readiness for dealing with the unexpected, and ensuring that there is clarity and alignment in the statements of risk appetite and the desired state of preparedness. Expert in building and sustaining a culture which thrives on continuous improvement and process excellence across the operations function. Technology savvy, proficient in implementation of small and large- scale process improvements, driving innovation and delivering progressive change. Recognized for delivering best-in-class financial governance, ensured that the finance and operational interlinkage effectively underpins organization’s business as it grows in size, scope and complexity.