Certified Professional

Internal Audit & Risk Management Expert

Strengthening governance, advancing accountability, and delivering risk-based insights across financial, operational, and IT processes in the public and private sectors.

CIA CICS ISC² CC MBA U.S. Citizen
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Leila Amer
12+
Years in Internal Audit & Financial Management
15
Years Teaching Risk Management & Accounting
3
Professional Certifications
100%
Remote Work Ready
Professional Profile

About Me

A strategic partner in governance, compliance, and risk management with a proven track record in municipal and donor-funded environments.

As a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Internal Control Specialist (CICS), and ISC² Certified in Cybersecurity (CC), I bring over 12 years of specialized experience in internal auditing, financial management, and municipal governance.

My expertise spans risk-based audits across financial, operational, and IT processes, strengthening internal controls while providing leadership with actionable insights. I've successfully implemented control frameworks aligned with COSO and SOX principles, evaluated IT general controls and cybersecurity practices, and partnered with external oversight bodies to enhance fiscal accountability.

Currently serving as Director of Internal Auditing at Al-Bireh Municipality, I've been recognized with the Integrity and Anti-Corruption Award for advancing transparency and ethics in the public sector.

U.S. Work Authorization
U.S. citizen authorized to work remotely for U.S.-based organizations, with willingness to travel up to twice annually.
Academic Excellence
15 years of university teaching experience in accounting, internal audit, risk management, and fraud examination at Birzeit University.
Continuous Learning
CRMA (Certification in Risk Management Assurance) candidate, advancing expertise in risk management frameworks and assurance.
Professional Credentials

Certifications & Qualifications

Industry-recognized certifications demonstrating expertise in internal audit, controls, cybersecurity, and risk management.

CIA
Certified Internal Auditor
CIA
2024
CICS
Certified Internal Control Specialist
CICS
2016
CC
Certified in Cybersecurity
ISC² CC
2025
MBA
Master of Business Administration
MBA
Distinction - 2012
CRM
Risk Management Assurance
CRMA Candidate
In Progress
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Integrity & Anti-Corruption Award
Public Sector Recognition
2023
Core Competencies

Areas of Expertise

Comprehensive skill set spanning audit, risk management, financial controls, and governance frameworks.

Internal Audit & Assurance

  • Risk-Based Internal Auditing
  • Financial, Operational & IT Audits
  • Internal Controls Over Financial Reporting (ICFR)
  • COSO & SOX-Aligned Control Frameworks
  • Audit Planning & Execution
  • Compliance & Regulatory Frameworks
  • Fraud Examination & Detection

Risk Management & Governance

  • Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)
  • Risk Assessment & Mitigation
  • Municipal & Public Sector Governance
  • Policy Development & Implementation
  • Stakeholder Engagement & Reporting
  • Ethics & Anti-Corruption Initiatives

IT & Cybersecurity

  • IT General Controls (ITGC) Assessment
  • Application Controls Evaluation
  • Cybersecurity Best Practices
  • Access Controls & Data Integrity
  • ERP System Analysis & Enhancement
  • System Testing & Validation

Financial Management

  • Financial Analysis & Reporting
  • Budget Management & Oversight
  • Donor-Funded Program Finance
  • Cash Flow & Variance Analysis
  • U.S. GAAP & IPSAS Standards
  • Cost Control & Resource Optimization
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Get In Touch

Available for remote consulting engagements and full-time opportunities with U.S.-based organizations. Open to travel up to twice annually for onsite collaboration.

Email
leila.taweel@gmail.com
Phone
123-456-7890
Location
Palestine (Remote Available)