About Us
Who We Are
Thecontroller.ai is a professional outsourced accounting firm based in Dubai built by Chartered Accountants who saw a clear gap in how businesses in the UAE and Saudi Arabia were managing their finances.
Most businesses were either overpaying for accounting services that did not fully meet their needs, or managing their finances with inadequate systems that left them exposed to compliance risk. What they actually needed was a complete, expert-managed financial function accurate, compliant, and accessible without the cost and complexity of building it internally.
That is exactly what thecontroller.ai was built to deliver.
We provide end-to-end accounting services to businesses across the UAE and Saudi Arabia from day-to-day bookkeeping and financial reporting to payroll, AML compliance, due diligence, business valuation, and accounts reconciliation. Everything is delivered through a secure, cloud-based platform that gives clients real-time access to their financial data from anywhere, at any time.
Our model is designed for businesses that want professional-grade financial management, full regulatory compliance, and the flexibility to scale without the overhead of managing it all internally.
Integrity. Trust. Excellence.
Our Mission
To make professional, accurate, and fully compliant accounting genuinely accessible to every business operating in the UAE and Saudi Arabia through qualified expertise, modern technology, and a service model that scales with business growth.
Our Vision
To be the most trusted outsourced accounting partner for businesses across the UAE and Saudi Arabia recognised for the accuracy of our work, the depth of our compliance expertise, and the financial clarity we bring to every client.
Our Values
Ownership
We take complete ownership of all our actions as your service provider.
Client-Centric
We are dedicatedly working to cater all the needs of our clients and to attain 100% client satisfaction.
Commitment
We are 100% committed towards our clients and ensure that all the work we undertake satisfies their needs.
Accountability
We take responsibility for every action and ensure transparency, integrity, and reliability in all our work.
Meet the Team
CA Shihabudeen Thangal
Co-Founder & Director
CA Joffy Haneefa
Co-Founder & Director
CA Salil Ahamed
Co-Founder & Director
Najab Sadique
Co-Founder & Director
50+ Years of Combined Experience
Our founding team brings together more than half a century of professional experience across accounting, auditing, compliance, and financial advisory in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and international markets.
Chartered Accounting Expertise
Thecontroller.ai is founded and led by Chartered Accountants qualified professionals bound by the highest standards of accounting practice and professional ethics. When your accounts are managed by our team, they are managed by people who are genuinely qualified to do so.
UAE and Saudi Compliance Knowledge
We have direct, current expertise in UAE VAT, corporate tax, IFRS reporting, free zone compliance, AML obligations, Saudi SOCPA standards, Zakat, and ZATCA requirements. Compliance is not an add-on it is built into every part of our service.
Cloud-Based, Technology-Driven Approach
Our cloud-based platform gives clients real-time access to financial data, automated processing that reduces errors, and a dedicated dashboard that turns accounting records into actionable financial insights accessible from anywhere, at any time.
Scalable Outsourced Model
Our model gives businesses of every size access to a complete accounting function without the cost of building one internally. From a startup processing its first transactions to an established business with multiple entities, our service scales with the business at every stage.
No In-House Accountant Necessary
Your business does not need a full-time in-house accountant. Your team records transactions through our secure platform. A dedicated accountant in our office validates, processes, and manages everything producing accurate, current financial reports you can access online at any time.
Our Partners
Allinial Global
Allinial Global is a leading global association of independent accounting and advisory firms, delivering comprehensive and high-quality professional solutions across industries worldwide.
Talati & Talati
Talati & Talati LLP is a leading chartered accountancy and advisory firm in India, providing audit, taxation, financial consulting, and business advisory services with a strong commitment to professionalism and ethical standards.
Why Should Businesses Outsource Accounting Services?
Outsourcing accounting helps businesses:
- Reduce operational costs
- Improve financial accuracy
- Maintain compliance
- Access qualified experts
- Focus more on core business activities
It also provides scalability as businesses grow.
What Industries Do You Work With?
We support businesses across multiple industries including:
- Trading
- Technology
- Real estate
- Professional services
- Retail
- Financial services
- Manufacturing
- Startups and SMEs
How Do Businesses Benefit From Real-time Financial Access?
Real-time access allows businesses to:
- Monitor financial performance instantly
- Improve decision-making
- Track cash flow more effectively
- Access reports remotely
- Maintain better operational control
This helps businesses make faster and more informed financial decisions.
FAQs
Thecontroller.ai provides outsourced accounting, bookkeeping, payroll processing, financial reporting, AML compliance support, due diligence, business valuation, accounts reconciliation, and compliance advisory services for businesses in the UAE and Saudi Arabia.
Yes. We provide accounting and compliance support for businesses operating across both markets, including UAE VAT and corporate tax requirements as well as Saudi SOCPA, Zakat, and ZATCA compliance standards.
Absolutely. Our outsourced accounting model is designed to support startups, SMEs, and growing businesses that require professional financial management without building a large in-house finance department.
Clients securely upload financial data and transactions through our cloud-based system. Our accounting team processes, validates, and manages the records while clients can access reports and financial information online anytime.
Yes. We assist businesses with VAT compliance, corporate tax preparation, financial reporting, audit readiness, and ongoing regulatory compliance support.
