Shehzad Iqbal, FCA, CPA, CIMA

Doer
DISC Type : ds

VP Finance & Compliance at flynas

Riyadh Region, Saudi Arabia

Overview

Shehzad is a senior finance executive with over 20 years of leadership experience in financial strategy, IPOs, and corporate governance. A dual-qualified Chartered Accountant, he has a proven record of driving financial excellence across the aviation, retail, and manufacturing sectors. He currently serves as the VP of Finance & Compliance at flynas.

He is a Certified Director, indicating a strong focus on corporate governance leadership skills. Colleagues have described him as one of the best finance professionals they have worked with, highlighting his ability to deliver valuable experiences to others.

Unique fact: Shehzad was awarded a Gold Medal for his academic achievements in his Chartered Accountancy examinations.

Personality Overview

Deliberate Doer

Long-term Focused

Risk-Accepting

They might take some time to make their mind up but once they do, they don't change it easily.  They are very professional in their approach and can weigh multiple perspectives together. Reading between the lines and seeing beyond your words comes naturally to them.

Topics They Care About

IPO Execution
He spearheaded the IPO readiness and execution for Flynas, which was the first aviation company to be listed on the Saudi Tadawul exchange.
Capital Structuring
He has extensive experience structuring and securing multi-million-dollar syndicated Murabaha financing to optimize capital structure and liquidity.
Digital Transformation
His leadership focuses on ERP & BI-driven financial transformation to deliver faster reporting cycles and optimize financial processes.

Media Appearances

Shehzad has no verified media appearances

Work History

4-2012
VP Finance & Compliance at flynas
6-2008 - 3-2012
Manager Finance at National Air Services
4-2004 - 6-2008
Manager Finance at IKEA Saudi Arabia
9-2000 - 3-2004
Internal Audit Manager at Textile Industries
2-1996 - 8-2000
Auditor at E&Y - Ford Rhodes Sidat Hyder & Co. (Chartered Accountants)

Education

Chartered Accountant from ICAEW
1996 - 2006
Chartered Accountant from The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan

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Insights For Selling To Shehzad

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Let them know of potential risks but suggest mitigation methods alongside
  • Stick to your standard pitch and qualifying script, don't try to wing it
  • Suggest clear next steps with confidence, don't be vague or hesitant

DONT's

  • Don't take their patience for granted, avoid long-winding sermons
  • Don't get into pricing discussions early on, steer conversation towards proven results
  • Avoid putting conscious effort into relationship-building

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Shehzad is

  • Strong proof of impact and their conviction will matter the most, but they wouldn't want to act unilaterally either
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Shehzad

  • They will say no if they are not convinced but you will have to prompt them.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Shehzad move?

  • They will want to understand things well but can move fast once they have a clear picture.
  • Can Shehzad take some risk or not?

  • They have good risk tolerance but are likely to think it through once or twice.

You And Shehzad

Personality Compatibility


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