Asif Bashir is a highly experienced audit and risk advisory professional with over 14 years of expertise in assurance, risk management, financial consulting, and internal controls. As a Senior Manager at Grant Thornton Saudi Arabia, he manages a diverse client portfolio across construction, trading, hospitality, and various service sectors, ensuring businesses meet the highest financial reporting and regulatory compliance standards.
His extensive experience spans local and multinational organisations, both listed and unlisted, across industries including oil & gas, telecom, textile, finance, NGOs/NPOs, manufacturing, and services. Asif has successfully led complex statutory audits, risk assessments, financial due diligence, and internal control evaluations, helping clients enhance financial governance, mitigate risks, and improve operational efficiencies.
Prior to joining Grant Thornton Saudi Arabia in 2018, Asif held key positions in both professional services and industry. As the Chief Audit Executive (CAE) of a leading listed textile company. He previously worked as an Assistant Manager in the Risk Advisory Services (RAS) division of Grant Thornton Pakistan, specialising in internal audits, business performance reengineering, and outsourced financial advisory.
With strong technical expertise in IFRS, financial reporting, and risk management, Asif ensures clients receive practical, high-quality advisory and assurance solutions that align with best industry practices. His deep industry knowledge, strategic insight, and commitment to audit excellence make him a trusted advisor to businesses navigating complex financial and regulatory landscapes.
