Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 25 years of experience in international cost accounting, taxation, and revenue, the expert is adept at investigating financial irregularities and providing training on financial management and budgeting. Career highlights include leading audit teams and implementing accounting reforms on USAID initiatives. A significant accomplishment involves uncovering over $500,000 in embezzled funds in Iraq. Previously held roles such as Financial Consultant and Professor of Accounting demonstrate expertise in both local and international contexts, showcasing leadership and technical skills across diverse environments.

Project experience and donor exposure

With a background in collaborating with USAID on various international development cooperation projects, the expert has provided technical assistance, capacity building, and accounting reforms. Worked across governance and financial sector projects, offering training on International Accounting Standards in countries like Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Georgia, and Iraq. These regional and sector-specific projects have focused on enhancing financial management and governance practices, underscoring the expert's ability to navigate complex donor environments effectively.

Sectors and geographic focus

Background includes positions in education, financial services, and capacity building. Responsibilities have included roles such as Financial Consultant, Professor of Accounting, and Technical Advisor, providing expertise in international cost accounting, taxation, and revenue management. The expert has worked on regional and country-specific projects, focusing on governance and financial reforms. Geographic experience spans Turkmenistan, Liberia, Albania, Iraq, and the Central Asian countries of Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, and Kyrgyzstan. Repeated involvement in Central Asia and the USA highlights a deep familiarity with regional development issues and local governance.

Languages and education

Fluent in English, the expert possesses native-level proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking, facilitating effective communication in diverse professional environments. This language competence has been extensively utilized in international settings, including in-country work and collaboration with multilingual teams. Educational background includes a Master of Science in Taxation from Bentley College and a Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Finance from Northeastern University. Additionally, a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting from Southern New Hampshire University provides a strong foundation in taxation, finance, and accounting.