Dr. Ahmad Almeghames

Dr. Ahmad Almeghames serves as Chief Executive Officer of the Saudi Organization for Chartered and Professional Accountants (SOCPA) since 2006. With more than 25 years of experience in accounting, auditing, and professional regulation, he has been playing a key role in advancing the accounting profession in Saudi Arabia and across the region.

He holds a Ph.D. in Accounting from Mississippi State University, United States, and began his career in academia at King Saud University before assuming leadership roles at SOCPA. Under his leadership, SOCPA has strengthened its position as a leading voice in global accounting reform and innovation.

Internationally, Dr. Almeghames is a Board Member of the International Federation of Accountants (IFAC) and Chair of the Regional Partnership for promotion of Sustainability Reporting under UNCTAD-ISAR. He also represents Saudi Arabia in the United Nations Intergovernmental Working Group of Experts on International Standards of Accounting and Reporting.

Throughout his career, Dr. Almeghames has contributed significantly to the development of international best practices in financial reporting, quality assurance, and sustainability. His leadership has been recognized globally, including receiving the ICAEW Award for outstanding contribution to the profession.