Stephen has held positions of Finance Lead at Puma Energy (OMC) and Blue Ocean Limited (BDC) then transitioned finally into Financial Controller (Deputy Finance Manger) where he developed a good knowledge of the Oil and Gas Industry.

Prior to that, he worked with Ernst & Young (EY) as an audit assistant manager in the Audit and Assurance service line where he led various audit engagements especially in the Mining and Oil and Gas Industries. He was also part of the Financial Accounting Advisory Services (FAAS) team in EY which ensured that companies reported accurately based on the International Financial Reporting Standards and provided consultancy and training services to firms.

He is a chartered accountant with the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), UK and has been in the accounting profession for 8 years. He is a member of the ACCA