Omar Ghannam, Cpa, Msa
About Omar Ghannam, Cpa, Msa
Omar Ghannam is an Audit Manager at Marcum LLP, where he has worked since 2021. He has extensive experience in public entity debt and equity transactions and manages a team of six employees.
Work at Marcum
Omar Ghannam serves as an Audit Manager at Marcum LLP, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he manages a team of six employees and reports directly to the firm's Partners. His responsibilities include ensuring compliance with various accounting standards such as IFRS 15, IFRS 9, IFRS 16, ASC 606, and ASC 842. He also explores new business opportunities, drafts proposals, and supports business development initiatives.
Previous Experience at EY
Before joining Marcum LLP, Omar Ghannam worked at EY for a total of seven years in various capacities. He began as an Associate in 2008 and later advanced to the role of Assistant Manager, which he held from 2010 to 2017. His experience at EY took place in Jeddah Governorate, Saudi Arabia, where he gained valuable skills in audit management and client relations.
Career at KPMG
Omar Ghannam's career began at KPMG, where he worked as an Associate for eight months in 2007. This role was based in Amman Governorate, Jordan. His time at KPMG provided foundational experience in auditing and financial services, contributing to his professional development in the accounting field.
Education and Expertise
Omar Ghannam holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from Applied Science Private University, which he completed from 2003 to 2007. He furthered his education by earning a Master of Science in Accounting from Western Governors University in 2019. His academic background supports his extensive expertise in handling public entity debt and equity transactions, including options, warrants, private placements, and convertible debts.
Professional Collaborations
In his role, Omar Ghannam collaborates with various experts, including income tax specialists, IT professionals, lawyers, actuaries, and independent assessors. This collaboration enhances the quality of audits and ensures comprehensive support for clients' financial needs.