The Experts Behind HarAik
Our team comprises experienced professionals in audit, technical accounting, finance, valuations, due diligence, internal audit, taxation, and technology. With a hybrid onshore–offshore delivery model and deep GCC expertise, we provide Big 4-quality work with personalized attention and faster turnaround.
Arsalan is an experienced partner with around 20 years of professional experience, most of it gained through senior roles at Big 4 firms in Saudi Arabia and Pakistan. He has served as a trusted advisor to financial institutions, family-owned businesses, and publicly listed companies, leading a wide range of audit and business advisory engagements. Known for his balanced and pragmatic approach to risk management, Arsalan has a strong ability to understand client perspectives and deliver solutions aligned with regulatory requirements and market realities. Arsalan’s primary focus has been on serving financial institutions including public listed banks, mutual funds, investment companies and financing companies but he has also served clients operating in telecommunication, petrochemical, services, trading and manufacturing sectors. Arsalan’s experience spans from audit and assurance services to business advisory, consulting and risk assurance. Arsalan has also performed full scope onsite banking inspections on behalf of the Saudi Arabian Monetary Authority and was involved in the internal audit and identification of internal control weaknesses of MCB Bank Limited, Pakistan. In addition, he has acted in the capacity of reporting accountant in connection with the issue of Global Depository Receipts by MCB Bank Limited, Pakistan. He has also represented a Big 4 firm in the panel of Big 4 audit firms responsible for addressing technical IFRS issues including review and coordination in preparation of Illustrative Financial Statements of Saudi Banks.
Areas of Expertise
- Valuations and financial modelling
- IFRS and complex technical accounting advisory
- IFRS 9 ECL and impairment testing
- IT audits, cybersecurity assessments, PDPL compliance reviews and third party risk assurance
- Derivatives and hedge accounting
- Preparation of policies and procedures
- Advisory support to professional services firms, including ISQM compliance
Qualifications
- Fellow Chartered Accountant (Pakistan)
- Certified Financial Consultant (Canada)
- Certified Public Accountants (UK)
- Extensive Big 4 training and leadership experience across the GCC
Farouk is a seasoned partner with over 23 years of professional experience, most of it gained through senior roles with Big 4 professional services firms across Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Pakistan. He has worked extensively with a diverse portfolio of clients, including multinational corporations, family-owned businesses, high-growth companies, and government-related entities. Farouk brings deep expertise in building, scaling, and managing accounting and advisory practices, supported by strong leadership, commercial judgment, and technical rigor. He is known for his practical and solution-oriented approach, helping clients navigate complex financial, regulatory, and transaction-related matters with clarity and confidence. His industry experience spans technology, real estate, entertainment, hospitality, retail, fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), and sovereign wealth fund–backed entities, giving him a broad and nuanced understanding of different business models and risk profiles. As Co-Founder and Partner of HarAik, Farouk has supported numerous corporates and professional services firms across the GCC and other international markets, advising on complex accounting and IFRS matters, governance and control frameworks, audit support, and quality-management and ISQM-related engagements.
Areas of Expertise
- Assurance and audit support services
- Technical accounting and IFRS financial reporting
- Financial advisory and consulting
- Risk, compliance, and governance support
Qualifications
- Chartered Accountant (ICAEW), United Kingdom
- Fellow Chartered Certified Accountant (FCCA), ACCA (UK)
With 22+ years in audit, financial reporting, and advisory, Salman kicked off his career in Big 4 firms and worked in Pakistan and in the Middle East, then led Financial Reporting at a top multinational in Saudi Arabia. Salman is known for building strong relationships with stakeholders, mentoring emerging talent, and developing high-performing teams. He brings practical, solution-oriented insights to complex organizational challenges.
Areas of Expertise
- Financial/commercial due diligence
- Accounting advisory
- Finance transformation
- Reporting
- Stakeholder relations
Qualifications
- ACCA (UK)
Abubakar is a senior assurance and advisory professional with over 15 years of regional and international experience, advising clients across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Pakistan. He has supported listed entities, large family-owned groups, regulated financial institutions, and professional services firms on statutory audits, IFRS conversion, regulatory compliance, and audit quality matters, working closely with boards, audit committees, and senior management. He brings deep technical expertise in IFRS interpretation, first-time adoption, and complex accounting conversions, including transitions from local GAAP to IFRS, impact assessments, accounting policy development, and financial statement restructuring in line with CMA and SOCPA requirements. Abubakar has played a lead role in the implementation and enhancement of audit quality management systems, including ISQM 1 and ISQM 2, for audit and advisory firms operating in regulated environments. His experience includes engagement quality reviews (EQRs), internal and external monitoring, root cause analysis, remediation planning, and regulatory inspection readiness, with a strong focus on CMA expectations, SOCPA standards, and global best practices. He is recognized for his regulator-facing mindset, strong governance orientation, and ability to deliver practical, defensible solutions that balance technical compliance with commercial realities in the Saudi market.
Areas of Expertise
- IFRS accounting, interpretation, and IFRS conversion / first-time adoption
- CMA and SOCPA regulatory compliance and financial reporting requirements
- Audit quality management and ISQM 1 & ISQM 2 implementation
- Engagement Quality Reviews (EQRs) and audit monitoring programs
- Accounting policy development and complex judgment areas
- Regulatory inspection support and audit remediation strategies
Qualifications
- Member, Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan (ICAP)
Shahrukh has over 15 years of professional experience, including more than 10 years of consulting experience in financial advisory, governance, and risk services. He has supported clients across a wide range of industries, including real estate, entertainment, food, education, power, and personal health, delivering advisory solutions aligned with business objectives and regulatory expectations. Since joining HarAik, Shahrukh has led and delivered multiple consulting engagements across different jurisdictions, supporting corporates, investors, and professional services firms on governance and risk assessments, internal audit assignments, financial modelling, and strategic decision support. He is recognised for translating complex financial and risk information into clear, decision-useful insights for founders, boards, and senior management. He also brings extensive internal audit experience, strengthening his end-to-end advisory capability.
Areas of Expertise
- Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC)
- Internal audit and risk advisory
- Digital transformation and restructuring
- Financial feasibility, modelling, and due diligence
Qualifications
- Chartered Accountant (Pakistan) – Finalist
- Master’s degree in Computer Science
Hina has over 15 years of professional experience, including more than 10 years of consulting experience with international firms, delivering advisory, audit, and assurance services across a broad range of sectors. Since joining HarAik, Hina has led a number of advisory and consulting engagements across multiple jurisdictions, supporting clients on valuations, taxation and regulatory compliance, IFRS-based financial reporting, internal audit, and internal control reviews. She brings a strong consulting mindset to engagements, combining technical depth with a practical understanding of regulatory and operational realities. Her experience includes planning and executing complex assignments while identifying opportunities for process improvement and efficiency gains.
Areas of Expertise
- Taxation and regulatory compliance
- Valuations and IFRS financial reporting
- Risk management and internal controls
- Business process improvement
Qualifications
- Chartered Accountant (Pakistan)
- CFA Level II Candidate
- PhD Scholar
- MS in Banking & Finance
- Master’s in Commerce
Asma is an accomplished HR professional with over 30 years of experience in building corporate infrastructure, transforming organizational culture, and ensuring legal compliance within large manufacturing organizations. She has led HR strategies covering staffing, talent management, compensation, learning & development, industrial relations, and corporate communications, and has implemented performance management systems, leadership development programs, and employee engagement initiatives.
Areas of Expertise
- HR strategy and organisational development
- Talent management and leadership development
- Compensation, benefits, and performance management
- Industrial relations and legal compliance
Qualifications
- Master’s in Public Administration (University of the Punjab)
- Diploma in Public Administration (LUMS)
Imran is an experienced technology risk and resilience specialist with 18 years of experience across diverse industries and sectors in the Middle East region, having worked with two Big 4 firms. He leads a successful IT practice delivering customized IT consulting and learning solutions, frequently working with senior stakeholders as a trusted advisor to bridge the gap between business leaders and their operational and technology teams. He has extensive experience in technology audits, consulting, risk management, quality assurance for IT implementation projects, cyber security reviews, strategy development, policy and procedure design, awareness campaigns, risk assessments, enterprise risk management, and business continuity program management.
Areas of Expertise
- Technology audits
- IT consulting
- Cyber security
- Risk management
- Policy development
- Enterprise risk management
- Business continuity program management.
Qualifications
- Gold Member of ISACA (CISA, CISM)
- Doctoral student
Suleman is a seasoned legal professional with over 20 years of legal experience, advising clients across both contentious and non-contentious areas of legal practice. His work spans a broad spectrum of general civil and commercial matters, supporting corporates, entrepreneurs, and high-net-worth individuals on complex legal, regulatory, and transactional issues. He brings substantial experience across commercial and corporate law, telecommunications, construction, pharmaceuticals, energy, property and real estate, family law, contractual negotiations, business structuring, litigation, arbitration, and mediation. Suleman is particularly recognised for his ability to navigate complex disputes and negotiations with a practical, solution-oriented approach, balancing legal rigor with commercial realities. As part of HarAik’s extended advisory team, Suleman supports cross-border and multi-jurisdictional engagements, providing integrated legal input alongside finance and advisory teams. His role includes advising on transaction structuring, contract drafting and negotiation, regulatory compliance, dispute resolution strategies, and governance-related legal matters, ensuring that legal considerations are effectively aligned with broader business objectives.
Areas of Expertise
- Commercial and corporate legal advisory
- Contract drafting, review, and negotiation
- Litigation, arbitration, and dispute resolution
- Mediation and alternative dispute resolution (ADR)
- Property and real estate matters
- Regulatory and legal compliance
- Business structuring and organisational advice
Qualifications
- Barrister, Honourable Society of Lincoln’s Inn (2005)
- Master’s in International Business Law – London School of Economics (LSE)
- Advocate Supreme Court of Pakistan
Arsalan Azhar
Co-Founder and Partner
Farouk Shaikh
Co-Founder and Partner
Salman Siddiqui
Partner
Abubakar Binyousaf
Partner
Shahrukh Malik
Partner
Hina Shahrukh
Partner
TEAM STRENGTH
Technical accountants
Our technical accountants provide expert guidance on complex accounting matters, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with international accounting standards.
Valuation & FDD analysts
Our valuation and financial due diligence (FDD) analysts deliver robust financial models, business valuations, & transaction insights to support mergers, acquisitions, and strategic decisions.
IFRS Specialists
Our IFRS specialists support organizations with implementation, interpretation, and transition to IFRS, helping ensure consistency, transparency, and regulatory compliance.
Internal Auditors
Our internal auditors strengthen governance and risk management by assessing internal controls, operational efficiency, & regulatory compliance across organizations.
Finance Managers
Our finance managers provide strategic financial oversight, budgeting, forecasting, and performance management to support informed decision-making and sustainable growth.
Tax Specialists
Our tax specialists deliver comprehensive tax advisory, compliance, and planning services, helping clients manage tax risks while optimizing tax efficiency.
BI analysts
Our business intelligence (BI) analysts transform financial and operational data into actionable insights through dashboards, analytics, and data-driven reporting solutions.
Audit seniors & associates
Our audit seniors and associates execute audits with precision and professionalism, ensuring high-quality assurance services aligned with auditing standards and client expectations.
Technical accountants
Valuation & FDD analysts
IFRS Specialists
Our technical accountants provide expert guidance on complex accounting matters, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with international accounting standards.
Our valuation and financial due diligence (FDD) analysts deliver robust financial models, business valuations, & transaction insights to support mergers, acquisitions, and strategic decisions.
Our IFRS specialists support organizations with implementation, interpretation, and transition to IFRS, helping ensure consistency, transparency, and regulatory compliance.
Internal Auditors
Finance Managers
Tax Specialists
Our internal auditors strengthen governance and risk management by assessing internal controls, operational efficiency, & regulatory compliance across organizations.
Our finance managers provide strategic financial oversight, budgeting, forecasting, and performance management to support informed decision-making and sustainable growth.
Our tax specialists deliver comprehensive tax advisory, compliance, and planning services, helping clients manage tax risks while optimizing tax efficiency.
BI analysts
Audit seniors & associates
Our business intelligence (BI) analysts transform financial and operational data into actionable insights through dashboards, analytics, and data-driven reporting solutions.
Our audit seniors and associates execute audits with precision and professionalism, ensuring high-quality assurance services aligned with auditing standards and client expectations.