Global Audit, Tax and Advisory firm, KPMG Fakhro, today announced the appointment of two new audit partners to strengthen the firm's financial services and owner managed business practices in Bahrain.
Islamic banking specialist, Mahesh Balasubramanian, and owner managed business specialist, Harish Gopinath, were both promoted from within the business.
KPMG Fakhro managing partner, Jamal Fakhro said the appointments reflect KPMG's optimism for the future and the growing needs and expectations of its clients.
"Mahesh and Harish are significant appointments for our expanding financial services and owner managed business teams," said Mr Fakhro.
"The appointments ensure KPMG has senior auditors on the ground to support clients in the growing SME sector in Bahrain and Islamic Banking."
Mr Balasubramanian has extensive experience in banking and financial services, including an in depth knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), and Islamic accounting standards. Mr Balasubramanian is an associate member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India. He leads the Islamic banking services for Bahrain.
Mr Gopinath is an associate member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India and has a CPA from American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. He manages audit, accounting and outsourcing assignments and special assignments for SME clients in Bahrain.
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Ramesh Bhaskar
Manager, Markets
KPMG in Bahrain
Mob: +973 36187909
Ph: +973 17224807
rbhaskar@kpmg.com
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