Syed Javeed Shah recognised among Top 5 global finalists at prestigious IFA UK Member of the Year Awards 2025 in London

Syed Javeed Shah, an accomplished finance professional with global credentials as a CPA (USA), CGMA, FFA (UK), FIPA (Australia) and Chartered Accountant, has been named among the Top 5 Global Finalists at the prestigious IFA UK Member of the Year Awards 2025. The recognition was conferred at the annual awards ceremony hosted by the Institute of Financial Accountants (IFA) on 26th June at the Royal College of Physicians, London.

This exceptional milestone highlights Shah’s contributions to global finance, compliance, and governance. His selection as a global finalist is not only a professional honour but also a source of immense pride for India, the UAE, and his home state Telangana.

Hailing from Adilabad, Telangana, and currently based in Abu Dhabi, UAE, Mr. Shah has carved a distinguished path in international finance over the past two decades. He currently serves as Sub-Regional Financial Controller and Director at John Crane a UK listed multinational, a global leader in engineering solutions. In this role, he leads financial operations across 27 countries spanning the Middle East, Caspian, Africa, and South Africa.

Mr. Shah’s consistent pursuit of financial excellence, cross-border compliance, and ethical leadership has earned him widespread recognition in the global finance community. The IFA UK Awards recognized his ability to lead large-scale financial strategies while upholding transparency, accountability, and visionary governance.

“Being recognized on a global platform is truly humbling,” said Mr. Shah. “This honor is not just personal—it reflects the strength, competence, and integrity of Indian finance professionals worldwide. I am proud to bring this recognition to my hometown Adilabad, my state Telangana, my country India, and to the UAE, where I currently reside and work.”

The acknowledgment from IFA UK marks a proud moment for the Indian diaspora, especially for professionals working in international and multicultural environments. Mr. Shah's recognition as a finalist reflects not just individual brilliance, but also the rising influence of Indian professionals on global platforms in finance and governance.

The Institute of Financial Accountants (IFA) is a globally respected professional accountancy body and part of the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA) Group, one of the world’s largest SME-focused accountancy networks, with more than 49,000 members across 100 countries.

Each year, the IFA UK Member of the Year Award recognizes members who demonstrate exceptional leadership, professional innovation, and service to their communities. The 2025 edition attracted nominations from over 40 countries, making Mr. Shah’s top 5 placement a significant accomplishment.

Shah continues to inspire emerging finance professionals globally and remains committed to contributing to ethical and strategic finance leadership across borders. His recognition stands as a beacon of excellence for both Indian-origin professionals and the global accounting community.