Riyadh Chapter Board

The IMA Riyadh Chapter Board for 2025-2026 represents a diverse group of finance and accounting professionals dedicated to advancing the management accounting profession in Saudi Arabia. Through strategic leadership, ethical stewardship, and commitment to excellence, the Board guides the chapter’s initiatives in education, certification, and community engagement to support the professional growth of members across the Kingdom.

Dr. Francisco Bastida

President

CMA and Professor of Accounting at Prince Sultan University with 22 years’ teaching experience in finance and managerial accounting. Researcher in public sector accounting, with consulting on cost systems in recycling plants and municipalities. Published case study in IECJ (June 2023); serves on editorial boards of leading accounting journals.

Mr. Hassan Al-Bahes

Past President

Saudi CPA since 1998 with a Master’s in Accounting (USA, 1991). Former board and audit committee member of Saudi listed firms, translator of IMF’s Effective Government Accounting, and active SOCPA and IMA contributor.

Mr. Elhadi Elimam

Director at latge

CMA, CIA, MBA, and global finance leader with 20+ years in financial management and consulting. IMA Global Board Director; CFO and consultant driving governance, analysis, and strategic performance across multiple industries.

Mr. Mohamed Abdulghani

VP, Communications

CMA, PMP, CertIFR finance professional with 16+ years’ experience in accounting, treasury, VAT, and cost control. Proven leader driving efficiency, compliance, and cross-functional collaboration in diverse, high-pressure financial environments.

Mr. Ahmed Serageldin Serag

Director

Financial Controller at Madarat Tech with 20+ years in management accounting, specializing in cost systems, budgeting, and performance improvement across sectors, promoting sound financial governance and operational excellence.

Mr. Hakam H. Kadour

VP, Educational

CA, CMA, CSCA; Strategic CFO with 25+ years’ experience leading financial transformations in KSA. Managing Director at Title Trust Consultants and IMA Board Member recognized for corporate turnaround and governance expertise.

Mr. Ahmed Hassan

Director

CMA-certified Finance Lead with 12+ years’ experience across MEA, leading regional finance. Expert in reporting, forecasting, and Power BI analytics, bridging strategy and finance as an IMA Riyadh Chapter board member.

Mr. Hussien Sami Awd

Director

Financial executive with 14+ years in corporate finance, CMA, CTP, IFRS, C-CFO certified. Director of Partnerships, IMA Riyadh, enhancing automation, sustainability, and governance across industries; also serves on IMA Research Committee.

Mr. Mohamed Mady

Director

MBA, CMA, CSCA, CertIFR; CFO at TrustMed and Strategy Consultant at CSL LLC with 14+ years in finance and innovation; leads transformations and founded Bright Talent, a sports-tech startup advancing strategy and growth.                                

Dr. Mohammad Maaytah

Director

PhD, CMA, CFC, CertIFR; CFO at Al Munif Pipes leading strategy, governance, and IPO readiness. Expert in risk-based auditing, IFRS compliance, and sustainable financial transformation within Saudi capital markets.

Mr. Mohammed Alshamrani

Director

Strategic financial leader with 15+ years’ experience in accounting, ERP, and restructuring. CMA®, SOCPA, IFRS® certified; drives financial control and organizational excellence across complex corporate environments.

Mr. Abdulaziz Haidar

Director

Finance Manager and CMA® with over 10 years’ experience in banking and hospitality. Skilled in financial planning, analysis, and performance management to ensure sound fiscal decision-making and efficiency.

Mr. Samir    Derbas   

director

CFO with 25+ years in GCC finance, strategy, and real estate. IMA member since 2015, leading transformations, optimizing capital, and empowering finance professionals through innovation and governance.

Mr. Ahmed Aref

Board Secretary

Financial and Operations Director with 25+ years in telecom, energy, and consulting. Drives growth through process optimization and financial modeling; active IMA board member fostering professional collaboration and learning.

Mr. Mahmoud Ramadan

VP, Engagement 

CMA, DipIFR, CISA, CFC, PMP; 25+ years’ leadership in multi-billion-dollar financial operations, delivering cost optimization, strategic planning, and governance excellence across international industries.

Mr. Mahmoud Mohamed Elbanna

Director

CMA, DipIFR; Chief Accountant at Saudi Technology Lube Oil Plant with 14+ years in finance. Analytical, collaborative professional dedicated to continuous learning, mentorship, and advancing accounting excellence.