Arif Islam
About Arif Islam
Arif Islam serves as the Director of Internal Audit at Sorenson Communications, a position he has held since 2022. He has a diverse background in finance and auditing, with previous roles at Valaris plc, VIP, Pride International, Downhole Chemical Solutions, and Westlake Chemical.
Work at Sorenson
Arif Islam has been serving as the Director of Internal Audit at Sorenson Communications since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the internal audit processes, ensuring compliance with regulations, and enhancing the effectiveness of risk management practices within the organization. His tenure at Sorenson has been marked by a focus on improving internal controls and financial reporting.
Previous Experience
Prior to his current position, Arif Islam held various roles in finance and auditing. He worked at Valaris plc as Finance Controller in Angola and Brazil from 2011 to 2020, where he managed financial operations for nearly a decade. He also served as a Consultant at VIP and Downhole Chemical Solutions for a brief period in 2021 and 2022. His earlier experience includes positions as Senior Auditor and Senior Financial Analyst at Pride International from 2008 to 2011 and 2007 to 2008, respectively, and as a Financial Analyst at Westlake Chemical from 2003 to 2006.
Education and Expertise
Arif Islam holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Phoenix, which he completed between 2003 and 2005. He furthered his education at the University of Houston, C.T. Bauer College of Business, where he studied Accounting for 11 months in 2006. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in finance, auditing, and internal controls.
Career Timeline
Arif Islam's career spans over two decades in finance and auditing roles. He began as a Financial Analyst at Westlake Chemical from 2003 to 2006, followed by a position as Senior Financial Analyst at Pride International from 2007 to 2008. He then transitioned to Senior Auditor at Pride International from 2008 to 2011. After nearly nine years at Valaris plc as Finance Controller, he took on consulting roles at VIP and Downhole Chemical Solutions in 2021 before joining Sorenson Communications in 2022.