With over 20 years of international experience in assurance, compliance, and advisory, Ovais Hakeem is a Chartered Accountant and a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW). He leads Keytax, a professional services firm with extensive experience in the UAE market and a growing client base in the UK.

 

Ovais has held senior roles at leading global firms including PwC and KPMG, as well as within the oil & gas sector, equipping him with deep insight into complex financial, regulatory, and governance frameworks across a range of industries.

 

Ovais delivers practical, value-driven solutions to a wide spectrum of clients, from multinational energy companies to regional SMEs. He is a trusted advisor to boards, audit committees, and business owners, known for aligning regulatory compliance with business objectives.

 

Through Keytax, he leads the delivery of a full suite of professional services tailored to both UAE local and international clients. The firm’s strong regional presence ensures UAE-based businesses receive world-class advisory and compliance support aligned with the country’s evolving regulatory landscape.