DAWOOD KHAN

Title: Council Member

Dawood Khan, FCA, is the Managing Partner of Dawood Saif & Co., Chartered Accountants, leading the delivery of the firm’s multidisciplinary services to a diverse global clientele. With an extensive professional track record of over 20 years, he has worked across multiple regions, including the Arabian Gulf, and has held key managerial positions with DS Touche (Middle East) prior to establishing Dawood Saif & Co.
Throughout his career, Dawood has acquired extensive experience in assurance, financial advisory, risk advisory, and IT advisory, serving leading banking and financial institutions, manufacturing, distribution and trading organizations, oil and gas companies, construction firms, public listed entities, privately held businesses, and government organizations. His client-centric approach is characterized by accessibility, professional commitment, and a proactive advisory mindset.
Dawood’s expertise extends beyond traditional domains, supported by a broad range of cross-functional skills. His experience includes leading internal audit, risk advisory, IT audit, and consulting engagements, particularly within high-growth and complex environments.
In addition to his professional practice, Dawood has conducted numerous technical and advisory training programs across different regions. He has also completed advanced professional training programmes and has led and facilitated numerous capacity-building and professional development initiatives across GCC countries, reflecting his strong commitment to knowledge transfer, leadership development, and continuous professional excellence.