Dr. Abeer Srour

Chartered Accountant ESAA #4042 | Assistant Professor, Benha University | Carbon Footprint Verifier

SUMMARY

Academic and professional accounting expert specializing in carbon footprint reporting, sustainability accounting, and international financial reporting standards. As an Assistant Professor at Benha University and Chartered Accountant (ESAA #4042), Dr. Abeer Srour bridges the critical gap between traditional financial accounting and emerging ESG disclosure requirements.

With specialized certifications in ISO 14064-1, ISO 14067, and carbon footprint verification, Dr. Srour brings unique expertise in the intersection of accounting, auditing, and climate-related financial disclosures. Her work focuses on helping organizations implement IFRS S1 (General Requirements for Disclosure of Sustainability-related Financial Information) and IFRS S2 (Climate-related Disclosures) with accounting rigor and compliance excellence.

An expert trainer in both academic and professional contexts, Dr. Srour equips accountants, auditors, and financial professionals with the technical skills needed to navigate the rapidly evolving landscape of sustainability reporting and carbon accounting.

Current positions

Assistant Professor of Accounting

Benha University, Faculty of Commerce

Chartered Accountant

 Egyptian Society of Accountants and Auditors (ESAA #4042)

Carbon Footprint Verifier

ISO 14064-1 & ISO 14067 Certified (NQI/CFP/09/23/34)

ESG Reporting Specialist

IFRS S1 & S2 Implementation Expert

Qualifications & Certifications

Academic Degrees

  • PhD in Accounting and Auditing - Benha University (2018)
  • Master's in Accounting - Benha University (2011)
  • Bachelor's in Accounting - Benha University (2004)

Carbon & Climate Certifications

  • Carbon Footprint Verifier - National Quality Institute (NQI/CFP/09/23/34)
  • ISO 14064-3 & ISO 14065 verified
  • ISO 14064 Series - Organizational & project-level GHG quantification, validation and verification
  • ISO 14067 - Product carbon footprint calculation and life cycle assessment
  • ISO 14065 & 14066 - GHG validation and verification body requirements
  • Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) - EU regulation compliance

Professional Development

  • Training of Trainers (TOT) Diploma - American University of Sciences, Oregon, USA (2022)
  • Professional Public Speaking (P.P.S) Diploma - EDMORE E-Learning University (2022)
  • Digital Transformation Fundamentals - Center Unit of IT Training (2023)

Sustainability Reporting Standards

  • IFRS S1 - General Requirements for Disclosure of Sustainability-related Financial Information
  • IFRS S2 - Climate-related Disclosures and TCFD alignment
  • Egyptian Accounting Standards (EAS) - ESAA (2023)
  • Egyptian Auditing Standards - ESAA (2023)

Digital & Professional Skills

Fundamentals of Digital Transformation (FDTC) - Center Unit of IT Training (2023)

Training of Trainers (TOT) Diploma - American University of Sciences, Oregon, USA (2022)

Professional Public Speaking (P.P.S) Diploma - EDMORE E-Learning University (2022)

Statistical Analysis Software - Advanced research and data analysis (2022)

Key Achievements

  • Assistant Professor at Benha University teaching integrated accounting and sustainability
  • Chartered Accountant ESAA #4042 with full professional recognition
  • Dual ISO Certification for organizational (14064-1) and product (14067) carbon footprint verification
  • IFRS S1 & S2 Pioneer among first Egyptian professionals certified in sustainability disclosure standards
  • Published Research in accounting, auditing, and sustainability accounting
  • Professional Trainer for accountants and auditors in carbon verification and ESG reporting

Professional Experience

Carbon Footprint Verification

Organizational GHG inventory verification (ISO 14064-1), product carbon footprint assessment (ISO 14067), carbon accounting systems evaluation, GHG reporting assurance

Academic Teaching

Financial Accounting, Cost Accounting, Auditing, IFRS Standards, Carbon Footprint Accounting, Sustainability Reporting (IFRS S1 & S2), Environmental Accounting

Professional Training

IFRS S1 & S2 implementation for accountants, carbon accounting and verification, ESG financial disclosures, audit of carbon footprint reports, climate risk financial assessment

Teaching & Training Focus

IFRS S1 & S2 for Accountants and Auditors 

Implementing sustainability disclosure standards with financial statement integration

Carbon Accounting and Verification Workshop

ISO 14064-1 and ISO 14067 technical training for accounting professionals

ESG Financial Disclosures Masterclass

Materiality assessment, data assurance, and integration with traditional financial statements

Auditing Carbon Footprint Reports

Verification techniques and quality control for GHG emissions assurance

Climate Risk Financial Assessment

Quantifying climate-related financial risks per TCFD and IFRS S2

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