Asif Ahmed MBA Acma Cfe
About Asif Ahmed MBA Acma Cfe
Asif Ahmed is a Group Vice President of Business Audit at DP World, with extensive experience in logistics and corporate audit across various regions. He holds an MBA and multiple accounting certifications, having worked in leadership roles at notable companies including Damco Logistics and Philips International.
Current Position at DP World
Asif Ahmed serves as the Group Vice President of Business Audit at DP World. He has held this position since 2023, working in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. In this role, he oversees the business audit functions within the organization, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency.
Previous Experience at DP World
Prior to his current role, Asif Ahmed worked at DP World in various capacities. He served as Director of Logistics for the UAE Region and Corporate Audit from 2022 to 2023. He was also the Head of Logistics for the UAE Region and Corporate Audit from 2020 to 2022, and Senior Manager of Logistics and Corporate Audit from 2015 to 2020. His extensive experience at DP World spans several years and multiple leadership roles.
Experience at Damco Logistics
Asif Ahmed has significant experience with Damco Logistics, where he held multiple positions. He worked as the Regional Business Audit and Control Manager for Africa from 2011 to 2012. Earlier, he served as Assistant Finance Manager for 8 months in 2008 and as Business Controller from 2008 to 2010. His roles at Damco contributed to his expertise in logistics and business audit.
Educational Background
Asif Ahmed has a strong educational foundation in management and finance. He earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from IE Business School, specializing in Corporate Finance, from 2012 to 2014. He also studied at CIMA, achieving the Chartered Management Accountant (ACMA) designation from 2009 to 2011. Additionally, he holds a BComm Honours in Management Accounting from the University of South Africa and a BComm from Stellenbosch University.
Career in Audit and Logistics
Asif Ahmed has built a career in audit and logistics, beginning with his role as a Freight Analyst at Safmarine in 2006. He later worked as an Intermodal Coordinator at Maersk Line. His experience includes a position as Senior Audit Manager at Philips International B.V. from 2012 to 2014. This diverse background has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of the logistics and audit sectors.