Husain is responsible for overseeing the company’s operational effectiveness and ensuring alignment across support and control functions. In this capacity, he works closely with department heads to ensure that these critical areas contribute effectively to the firm’s strategic objectives by enhancing operational efficiency, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting risk mitigation efforts. 

He also plays a key role in shaping the company’s strategic direction and business plan. His responsibilities include ensuring that governance, compliance, and risk management frameworks are aligned with the long-term goals of the organization. Additionally, he oversees key financial transactions as an authorized signatory, ensuring sound governance in financial operations. 

Prior to his current role, he served as the Head of Internal Audit at GFH Financial Group, the parent company of GFH Capital. In that role, he led the Bank’s internal audit function, with a particular focus on establishing and managing risk-based audit activities. His work was instrumental in evaluating and strengthening internal control systems, risk management practices, and governance processes across the Group. 

He brings over 22 years of experience in the banking and financial services sector. Before joining GFH in 2006, he worked as an Internal Auditor at Bahrain Commercial Facilities Company (Tasheelat) and began his career with Ernst & Young, one of the Big Four accounting firms. 

He holds a Bachelor of Science degree and a Diploma in Accounting from the University of Bahrain. He is also a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), and holds the Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA).