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Meet Our Experts
Ziad Hamdy, CPA, CMA, ESAA – Audit & Advisory Partner | IFRS Specialist | Regional Trainer
Ziad Hamdy is the Audit & Advisory Partner at Nearshore Middle East, where he leads the firm's audit, IFRS advisory, and financial due diligence practices. With nearly two decades of experience spanning auditing, financial advisory, IFRS implementation, and corporate finance, Ziad is trusted by leading companies across Egypt and the Middle East for delivering clarity, insight, and strategic value.
Prior to Nearshore, Ziad served as CFO of Nile Air and began his career at Ernst & Young Egypt (EY), advising over 40 major clients across multiple industries. He is also a recognized regional trainer, having delivered over 10,000 hours of professional training in IFRS, CPA, CMA, and ACCA programs, helping to shape the next generation of finance leaders.
Salama Ibrahim – Tax Partner – Service Line Leader | Strategic Tax Advisor
Salama Ibrahim is the Tax Partner and Service Line Leader at Nearshore Middle East, where he leads the firm's innovative approach to tax advisory and compliance services. With nearly two decades of experience, Salama specializes in transforming complex tax challenges into strategic opportunities that drive growth, mitigate risk, and unlock long-term value for businesses.
His career spans leadership roles at leading Egyptian and international firms, including PwC, where he advised clients across industries such as manufacturing, financial services, retail, and energy. Salama combines deep technical expertise with a client-centered mindset, leveraging technology and data to deliver forward-looking tax solutions that align with both business and personal financial goals.
May Eliwa, FMVA – Financial Accounting Advisory Partner | IFRS & Finance Transformation Specialist
May Eliwa is the Financial Accounting Advisory Partner at Nearshore Middle East, where she helps businesses navigate complex financial reporting challenges and modernize their finance operations. With over a decade of experience in advisory, accounting, and IFRS consulting, May delivers practical, growth-focused solutions — from outsourced finance operations to technical accounting support for mergers and acquisitions. She began her career with a Top 10 international audit firm before joining EY Egypt, where she led audits for multinational companies and provided IFRS advisory services across diverse industries.
May’s expertise covers IFRS and EAS implementation, financial due diligence, outsourced accounting, and complex transaction advisory.
Ahmed Mamdouh, CMA – Tax Partner – VAT | Indirect Tax Strategist | Regional VAT Expert
Ahmed Mamdouh is the Tax Partner – VAT at Nearshore Middle East, leading the firm’s indirect tax advisory and compliance practice across Egypt and the region. With over 15 years of specialized experience and a decade in leadership roles, Ahmed helps businesses design tax-efficient structures, manage VAT compliance, and resolve complex tax disputes with clarity and confidence.
His career spans key roles at the Egyptian Tax Authority, PwC, and Leoni Wiring Systems, where he led tax strategy across multiple jurisdictions. Ahmed combines deep technical expertise with a strong commitment to building future tax leaders through professional training in VAT, M&A taxation, and international tax practices.
Ahmed Bakr – Tax Partner | Corporate & International Taxation Expert
Ahmed Bakr is a Tax Partner at Nearshore Middle East, where he advises businesses on navigating complex tax landscapes and turning tax challenges into strategic growth opportunities. With over 15 years of specialized experience, Ahmed works closely with local and multinational clients to develop proactive tax strategies, optimize structures, and ensure full compliance with evolving regulations.
His career spans leadership roles at leading international firms, where he advised clients across manufacturing, real estate, retail, and financial services sectors. At Nearshore Middle East, Ahmed continues to lead on corporate tax structuring, cross-border transactions, double tax treaty planning, and dispute resolution.