Assist. Prof. Dr Gihan Ali is an Assistant Professor in business and accounting disciplines with expertise spanning financial accounting, FinTech, and machine learning–driven analytics. The candidate holds advanced academic qualifications in accounting and information technology, with research specializations in bankruptcy prediction, earnings quality, corporate disclosure, and intelligent financial models. Professionally, the nominee has served in academic leadership and teaching roles across business schools, contributing to curriculum development, quality assurance initiatives, postgraduate supervision, and interdisciplinary research projects integrating accounting with data science. Research contributions focus on predictive financial modeling, accounting analytics, and FinTech applications, supported by peer-reviewed publications and growing citation impact. The candidate has actively participated in academic review activities, undergraduate research evaluation forums, and institutional quality teams, demonstrating leadership beyond teaching. Professional development is strengthened through advanced certifications in machine learning and data analysis, reflecting a commitment to research innovation and methodological rigor. Overall, the nominee demonstrates strong scholarly potential, interdisciplinary research capability, and sustained contributions suitable for recognition through a competitive academic award.