Archive · 29 Jul 2025
Abu Dhabi's Syed Javeed Shah Finalist for IFA UK Award
Syed Javeed Shah, who works in finance in Abu Dhabi and is from India, is a finalist for a big award from the Institute of Financial Accountants in the UK.
This award is given to people who are doing great things in finance and helping their communities.
Shah helps manage money for a company across many countries and makes sure they follow tax rules.
He also supports a charity that helps students in India.
He was given a special visa by the UAE in 2021 because of his skills and contributions.
Syed Javeed Shah, based in Abu Dhabi and originally from India, is a finalist for the IFA UK Member of the Year Award.
The award recognizes contributions to finance, governance, and community development.
Shah's work includes cross-border financial leadership and support for international tax compliance.
He is a Sub-Regional Financial Controller at John Crane, overseeing operations across multiple countries.
Shah's philanthropic efforts through the Ujjvall Charitable Trust were also highlighted.
- Who
- Syed Javeed Shah, a finance professional.
- What
- Syed Javeed Shah was named a finalist for the IFA UK Member of the Year Award.
- When
- The award ceremony took place recently.
- Where
- London, UK and Abu Dhabi, UAE.
- Why
- To recognize his contributions to finance, governance, and community development.
- Award
- IFA UK Member of the Year
- Finalist
- Syed Javeed Shah
- Nationality
- Indian
- Current Residence
- Abu Dhabi, UAE
- Employer
- John Crane
- Role
- Sub-Regional Financial Controller and Director
- Philanthropy
- Ujjvall Charitable Trust
- UAE Golden Visa
- Awarded 2021