CA Santosh Khanal is a seasoned Chartered Accountant (ICAI) with more than a decade of distinguished experience in financial services, audit, and advisory. Based in Dubai, he specializes in external and internal audits, financial reporting, DFSA and FSRA regulatory reporting, FATCA/CRS compliance, and UAE corporate tax and VAT advisory. His expertise further extends to developing internal controls, AML compliance, risk management, and forensic accounting, positioning him as a credible and forward-thinking leader in financial governance and compliance.

Alongside his professional journey, Santosh is deeply committed to social causes and community service. He actively supports initiatives that promote education, financial literacy, and social welfare, embodying his conviction that true service lies in pairing professional excellence with meaningful societal impact. Guided by his strong belief in the transformative power of education, he also serves on the Board of an educational institution.

As Chairperson of the Nepali Professional Accountants Foundation, Santosh brings vision, dedication, and leadership to the community of Nepali finance professionals, inspiring others to pursue excellence while contributing positively to society.